Postnatal

Founded in 2013 by sisters Dr Chiara Hunt and Marina Fogle, The Bump Class offers what The Times described as “a revolutionary concept”. Our antenatal classes are packed with information from professionals, experts in their field who not only have a wealth of information but are also great teachers. Crucially they are also fun, managing to convey sometimes complicated biology and medicine in a way that everyone will understand. So successful were the classes, that we were approached by the biggest publishing house in the world to write a book. The Bump Class; An Expert Guide to Pregnancy, Birth and Beyond has been praised for its down to earth, yet professional approach, giving pregnant women the accurate, practical and pragmatic information which proves invaluable.

The Active Birth Centre was founded by Janet Balaskas in 1986 and is the place where pregnancy yoga was invented. Today it is a centre of excellence for birth preparation, postnatal classes and complementary therapies led by only the most experienced teachers and practitioners. We aim to give you inspiration, information and support in a unique and custom made environment. With us you will find the space to relax, focus on what is most important and enjoy the time and attention you and your baby deserve. We invite you to come and discover an oasis of calm and a truly special experience. Janet Balaskas, Active Birth Centre Founder.  

Maternally Fit conducts exercise classes for pregnant and post-natal women. All classes are conducted by a Physiotherapist, with specialist training in exercise for pregnancy and the post-natal (after birth) period. Our classes are appropriate for both the novice and experienced exerciser, and each class will be individually tailored to your fitness needs and abilities. Classes are one hour in duration and consist of both cardio-vascular fitness and strength training. Classes are based around the use of the exercise ball and hand weights. Classes have a particular focus on core stability and pelvic floor training – the muscles you need to support your growing baby and your changing body. To enable Maternally Fit to give you the highest level of care, we take detailed information about many aspects of your pregnancy, and continue to monitor you throughout your time with us. To enable you to get the most out of our program, we expect members to attend at least one class per week. Classes are pre-booked and pre-paid. Our ultimate goal is for you to have a happy, healthy pregnancy, physically preparing you for one of the greatest challenges of your life – motherhood.

NCT and Active birth trained teacher Jessica James offers ante and post natal classes for people interested in an open-minded, holistic and energising approach to birth and beyond . With gentle active birth yoga, supportive, knowledgeable advice, based on 30 years’ experience, and a focus on positive birth and early parenting on your own terms without guilt. Her package is comprehensive, an alternative to NCT classes and weekend workshops, Jessica’s groups allow parents the space and time to build confidence, practical skills and relationships in a relaxed baby focused local environment. Jessica’s Birth Classes: Jessica’s classes come in a package integrating active birth yoga, couples birth and parenting and post-natal classes. Classes start from about 24 weeks in pregnancy and continue weekly until your baby’s birth and afterwards for mothers and babies. Do get in touch with any questions about how Jessica’s birth classes differ from any other kinds of classes preparing people to become parents.

Greenwich Fitness and Pilates as well as offering Pilates, Yoga, Running and Body Conditioning, specialises in Rehabilitation, Women’s Health and Pre and Postnatal. With our specialist Pilates teachers and Physiotherapists we are able to offer one to one sessions as well as small group classes to help support you in your specific needs. Our treatment room offers; Physiotherapy, Osteopathy, Cranial Osteopathy, Massage, Homeopathy, Women’s Health Physiotherapist, Private Pilates Sessions.

Brighton Natural Health Centre (BNHC) is a registered charity that’s been helping keep Brighton healthy and happy for over 30 years. Based in the North Laine, Brighton, we run Yoga, Dance, Pilates, Tai Chi, Qigong, Hula Hooping, Pregnancy & Post-Natal classes, courses and workshops for all ages and levels of fitness. We offer quality teaching from some of Brighton and Hove’s most experienced teachers in bright, airy, sunlit studios, and a welcoming and friendly environment.

Pregnant? Come join our sessions to prepare mind body and spirit for empowered pregnancy, birth and beyond.  

Busylizzy provide pre and postnatal exercise classes. One monthly membership gives you access to either a Pregnancy Package with access to our Mums to Bee range of classes, whilst the Pick’n’Mix 8 for mums of little ones membership gives access to Mummy & Me Fitness classes where baby comes along as well as fun Baby classes. All your classes are in one monthly package and whats even better, if you don’t use all of your credits they roll over each month. Classes can be cancelled up to two hours before and booked up to 30 minutes before a class. Minimum membership is only 3 months so no yearly tie in… we know how important flexibility is and this is embedded in everything we do! Try your first class for free!

A doula supports women and their families during pregnancy, childbirth and early parenthood. It is becoming increasingly common for women to use a doula in addition to receiving pregnancy care from a midwife. Birth doulas provide flexible and continuous support before, during and often after the child is born. They may help with other children, encourage a partner with support while the child is being born, nurture and support the mother, and give support to help establish breastfeeding. Doulas also offer individualised support for mum to be as well as their partner preparing for birth drawing birth proposals, talking in depth about options and choices during pregnancy, labour and post birth as well as pain relief, breathing techniques and often a more natural and positive approach to pregnancy and labour making you feel always in control and giving you all the information you need to make informed decisions. Doulas often provide also a space to debrief from previous births especially if they were difficult or traumatic. Having a doula present can: shorten first-time labour by an average of two hours, decrease the chance of caesarean section by 50% and decrease the need for pain medication. In addition, having a doula […]

Birth Support My birth package includes 2 prenatal visits, support during your labour and until you and baby are settled, and a postnatal visit usually within 10 days of the birth. During our prenatal meetings we will discuss your birth options, work on your birth plan, and discuss how we can make your birth a positive, and empowering experience. During the labour I will help you to feel safe and supported, making you comfortable with massage, acupressure or cold compresses, and helping you and your partner advocate for yourselves. I will stay until breastfeeding is established. In the 10 days after the birth I will make 1 postnatal visit, which will give you an opportunity to process the birth and to ask questions about breastfeeding or newborn care. Postnatal Support We will meet prenatally to create a personalised postnatal support plan. Once your baby is born we will schedule visits typically 3 or 4 hours in length. The goal of my work is to nurture you and your family and to give you confidence in your parenting skills: helping you adjust to your new lives as parents, giving you a chance to re-charge, offering guidance on newborn cues, supporting you […]

Abingdon NCT branch offers a range of courses to local parents and parents-to-be. Each course is led by a qualified practitioner, who takes part in on-going training and supervision in order to meet the high quality expected of the NCT. Courses Offered: Refresher Antenatal Classes Postnatal Classes Mother and Baby Yoga    

Learn gentle poses to stretch and tone muscles along with guided breathing techniques that will allow you to reach a deep relaxation and sense of harmony and well-being. If you are pregnant our small and friendly group size is the perfect way to build new friendships with other pregnant ladies in a supportive and relaxing environment. Aqua Flow yoga classes are suitable for beginners and everyone regardless of age, fitness, swimming ability or whether you have practiced yoga before. Everyone is welcome to experience this magical journey. Hope to see you in pool soon 🙂 Contact: claire@aquaflowyoga.com Visit: www.aquaflowyoga.com #aquanatalyoga #aquaflowyoga #Hampshire #Southampton #Winchester #Eastleigh #Romsey