Embodied Movement for Pregnancy
MOVEMENT AND MINDFULNESS TO EASE PREGNANCY + PREPARE FOR BIRTH
Are you looking for a class to help keep you moving through pregnancy, have space to connect to yourself, meet other pregnant mums and learn more about approaching birth with confidence?
8 weeks of movement and mindfulness specifically for pregnancy that combines modern scientific approaches with ancient knowledge to help you find a more spacious and calm way through pregnancy as your body changes and develops.
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Choose your price and join us in March 2025 in Frome.
Sliding scale pricing - choose what you pay
"Emilie is down to earth and friendly; she creates an inclusive and warm environment for the classes. Every session she listens to what is going on with each of us and tailors the class to what we need to help relax, strengthen and connect with our babies. I really recommend these classes for the all essential 'me' time during pregnancy as they've really helped me to breathe, stretch and properly listen to my body."
- Susie
Why this class?
Maybe you've been told to find a pregnancy yoga class, or are keen to gather with a group of women at a simialr stage to you to begin to form a much-needed community. Pregnancy is a great time to explore your body and deepen your sense of awareness and connection, and this trauma-informed course makes space for these essential social and individual needs.
I'm Emilie, a doula, embodied pregnancy coach and yoga teacher with over 15 years experience of working with birthing families.
Why this, instead of a pregnancy yoga course?
I don't believe that women need to be told how to move or breathe.
This is all about making a space for people to discover what feel right for them. It's all built around awareness and choice, alongside having space to share experience, ask questions and explore the experience of pregnancy. Bits might include yoga poses, other bits draw on biomechanics, embodiment and mindfulness techniques that are proven to help navigate these changes.
“MINDFULNESS TRAINING FOR PREGNANT WOMEN CAN EFFECTIVELY REDUCE ANXIETY AND ENHANCE CHILDBIRTH SATISFACTION.” 2024 Study
“PREGNANCY YOGA MAY EFFECTIVELY DECREASE STRESS LEVELS, ANXIETY SCORES, DEPRESSION SCORES, AND PAIN RESPONSE AS WELL AS INCREASING MATERNAL IMMUNITY AND EMOTIONAL WELL-BEING.” 2020 review
“ANTENATAL RELAXATION CLASSES CAN SIGNIFICANTLY ENHANCE THE EMOTIONAL WELL-BEING OF EXPECTANT MOTHERS.” 2024 Research
The course
8 weeks of embodied movement, relaxation, breath and mindfulness for pregnancy.
THEMES
Sessions will cover:
• Grounding + Stability
• Your Changing Body
• Inner Strength
• Breathwork + Centring
• Making Space
• Relaxation + Rest
• Body-Mind Instincts
* Rhythm + Ritual
DATES
Sessions are on Thursdays at 6pm in person in Frome
They will be recorded and available for you to watch afterward, but won't be on zoom.
START: 6th March
END: 24th April
INFO
Where:
RISE Frome in the big hall downstairs
What to bring:
A mat / blanket / cushions / travel cup
Stages:
All (provided midwife / GP happy)
Experience needed:
None
This course blends biomechincs, mindfulness, yoga and embodiment in a friendly community based class.
ANSWERING YOUR QUESTIONS...
Who is the teacher?
I've never been to a class like this...
“Emilie helped me feel more in control, less apprehensive and to know what to expect, so I could navigate a calmer way through - knowing how to listen and respond to my body.”
- Alice
SEED
Priced for those who need a little support.
BLOOM
For those able sustain their own payment.
FLOURISH
You have enough and can support others.
What happens next?
After payment you'll be directed to a page to complete the pre-course info. Please take a few minutes to complete that so you're fully signed up. Check your inbox for messages from me - sometimes they land in the spam. Looking forward ot welcoming you to class soon, Emilie x
© 2024 - Emilie J Rowell / the body doula