NCT Relax & Stretch with Baby is a unique and fun exercise after pregnancy programme designed for mother and baby.
Rsb provide's a wonderful opportunity for you as a new mother to ease your way back into exercise after birth. Each class comprises gentle yoga-based exercises for both you and your baby to do together. Classes are suitable for you and your baby to attend from six weeks after birth.*
Structure of Class:
Classes will start with circle time were we discuss a different topic each week for example teething, followed by Yoga inspired exercise for both mother and baby using lots of nursery rhythm's to help with interaction and brain development, we also look at breathing and relaxation techniques whichcan be used in day to day life.We will finish with Tea and Cake.
Mums will have the opportunity to do post-birth exercise and stretching to:
· strengthen and tone your muscles; especially abdominals, pelvic floor and back muscles.
· increase your fitness levels.
· regain and maintain good posture.
· provide some vital relaxation.
· re-energise and motivate you for the rest of the week.
Babies will have the opportunity to experience some yoga and massage especially for them to:
· encourage their reflexes to develop.
· enhance their motor development.
· increase their awareness of their surroundings.
· calm and relax them, helping them to sleep better.
The class has a fun and relaxed atmosphere. We play music, sing, and allow time for you and your baby to bond, enhancing your understanding of your baby.
Ultima actualización 3 de Enero de 2022 a las 11:08 UTC
I am an Antenatal teacher for the NCT who has undergone extra training with the university of Worcester to enable me teach Pregnancy yoga Postnatal and Baby yoga. I am passionate about yoga and believe exercise has a positive impact on pregnancy and birth.