This is a relaxing breathing technique that can be used for general relaxation and coping with insomnia as well as preparing for labour. The intention is to gradually lengthen your exhalation. This sends a signal to the whole body to relax. During labour, this will help the body to produce and release the hormones necessary… Continue reading #11 Golden Thread Breathing
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Pregnancy Yoga 12 – Love Your Feet
Whatever you think of your feet, they are incredible pieces of natural engineering which allow us to stand upright, walk and balance. During pregnancy our body's weight and centre of gravity gradually changes as our babies grow and this has an impact on our feet! By loving our feet with warmth, exercise and massage we… Continue reading Pregnancy Yoga 12 – Love Your Feet
Preparing for Birth with Yoga
A series of two workshops, each lasting two hours, for pregnant women and their birth partner/supporter. Ideally the workshop 1 would be taken at around 32 weeks pregnant and workshop 2 at around 36 weeks. However, they can be also be taken together as a one day or weekend retreat.
Partner Yoga and Massage
Moving Together, Breathing Together, Being Together.
This is a half hour yoga and massage session for you and a partner. It is designed to help you move together, breathe together and trust each other.