Why Postnatal Plus?
Postnatal Plus is designed to support your body's recovery from pregnancy and birth, and go further. These evening sessions are for mums of babies and toddlers who want dedicated, baby-free time to rebuild strength, reconnect with their bodies, and carve out space for themselves.
Expect movement that is informed, safe and effective, rooted in deep biomechanical understanding and tailored to the physical realities of early motherhood. We'll strengthen the core and pelvic floor, ease aches and pains from life with a little one, and create space to breathe, move and reset.
This class is for you if:
- You're ready to rebuild strength and reconnect with your body
- You're managing symptoms like diastasis or prolapse
- You want to reduce the aches and pains of motherhood
- You're seeking a calm, supportive space for yourself
- You want to feel more grounded, capable and strong in your body and mind
Come as you are, no baby, no pressure, just time for you.
My postnatal journey
My postnatal journey was very hard. Physically, my yoga practice kept me in really good health, for which I'm so thankful, given how difficult the rest of my experience was.
My baby would not sleep. It sounds like such a small thing unless you're going through it. On top of that, we had a very sudden death in our close family, financial worries, isolation and a difficult birth experience, all just as we were coming out of the anxiety of the COVID pandemic.
I had postnatal depression (PND), but I didn't seek support for it until 6-7 months postnatal. Many people who suffer with PND don't talk to their health visitor or doctor for various reasons, which is part of why having a safe environment to work on your body and your mind is so important.
Frequently Asked Questions
Can I bring my baby to class?
These sessions are just for the mums / birthing parents. It's a space to regroup, focus on yourself and your health, and catch up with other mums.
My baby is now a toddler. Am I too late to join?
Healing after birth doesn't just stop at 12 months, which is why this class is for mums of babies and toddlers. Whether you're back to work or a stay at home parent, these classes are designed for you to have some much needed me-time along with all the great strengthening needed postnatally.
I've never done yoga before. Will that be a problem?
30% of my postnatal yoga mums have never done yoga before, but in all honesty, you wouldn't be able to tell! The classes are slow paced and the exercises are simple but effective. Teaching the classes live and in-person means that I can tailor the classes to the group, and make sure no one gets 'left behind'.
I've not fully recovered from pregnancy and birth, can I do this exercise?
As long as you have been OKed by your GP, you can attend. I have training in prolapse and diastasis recti and incorporate exercises specifically related to these issues in my classes. This said, obviously it depends on your exact circumstances, and it may be helpful to have a private lesson to start with if you're unsure about joining the group.
When can I start doing yoga after giving birth?
Suitable from 6 weeks postnatal or 8 weeks if you had a caesarean, until your little one is crawling. Please let me know before the class if you have any recovery issues or general injuries that may affect your practice (I'll send a form before the lesson, or you can turn up early to tell me face-to-face).
Can I join if I have been a surrogate, had a miscarriage, still born birth or SIDS trauma?
My heart is with you at this time. This group isn't a specific support group for these experiences, but anyone who has given birth - in whatever scenario - is very welcome. The conversation will often be centred around babies and children, so it's up to you.