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Faith Matthews | Yoga | South Hams
Pregnancy yoga
A holistic, empowering approach to pregnancy and birth
Supportive face-to-face pregnancy yoga sessions led by mother of two Faith.
Suitable for all from 14 weeks of pregnancy, no previous yoga experience necessary.
Yoga classes include
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Yoga postures to relieve aches and pains during pregnancy and to develop strength and flexibility in readiness for labour
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Breathing techniques to promote calm throughout pregnancy and during birth
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Pranayama (breathing exercises), meditation, visualisation and affirmation for mental stability and resilience
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Guidance on pelvic floor health
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Movements to encourage optimal foetal position
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Yoga philosophy interwoven through some sessions (with a light touch) for overall wellbeing – for you, your bump and beyond.
Useful info
I currently offer Pregnancy yoga workshops as special 'pop up' sessions - either as 75min workshops or half day prenatal retreats.
I also run customised courses, offering a series of more regular sessions to small groups of Mamas-to-be, based on their stages of pregnancy and topics that will support their personal circumstance the most.
Both are held in a friendly and supportive setting with the aim of providing you with tools to take with you on your pregnancy journey.
For all pregnancy yoga sessions you will need a Birthing Ball (anti burst, inflated to 75cm). Yoga mats and blocks are provided.
TO REGISTER INTEREST email Faith direct and complete the health questionnaire that she will send you.
What Mamas' say about the class
Birthing was an absolutely incredible experience in water. Extremely healing following my first birth. Thank you Faith for helping me with the prep. I will certainly be recommending your classes.
Faith's approach to yoga in pregnancy is really inspiring. She has a wealth of knowledge and teaches in a very calm and clear way. Classes are always professional and interactive.
I recommend!
I just wanted to say a big thank you to you - I have really enjoyed the yoga sessions and I felt like I had a lot of help from it whilst in labour, especially with the breathing and focusing
My partner was surprised I managed to stay calm and focused through labour and it had a lot to do with me using the breathing and other techniques from your yoga sessions.
Faith’s approach to pelvic floor health was great and has encouraged me to do exercises correctly.