Exhale Birthing and Beyond

29/03/2023

Hello!

Wanted to share about my next in person and online group course dates coming up in May. Perfect if you are expecting a baby in June/July/August.

The Mindful Birth Group In person course is run over one day ( Sat 20th 9.30-4.30pm)
or online option is for 4xThursdays 7-9pm starting Thursday 18th May

Includes 8 hours of live learning as well as some really amazing online bonuses such as:

💫weekly online live pregnancy yoga sessions (recorded to catch up in own time if can’t make love)
💫monthly relaxation sessions (again recorded)
💫dedicated postnatal prep session (learn all about how you might feel both physically and emotionally in the first few months postpartum)
💫online baby care videos from well known professionals and experts
💫online resources hub
💫online parent community hub to chat with others in the area or those who are expecting around the same time as you
💫a free postnatal doula session (you can use however you wish)
💫an ask the midwife hub where you are free to ask any questions to our resident midwives at any time
💫weekly online parent and baby yoga sessions once your baby is here (recorded to catch up in own time if can’t make live)

Genuinely wish something like this had existed when I was pregnant.

Feel free to reach out if would like to know more and fancy having a chat about it in more detail

Thanks 😊

24/03/2023

MAY GROUP COURSES

I’m running both an in person group course on Sat 18th May in Exeter and a group online course for anyone not so local or for anyone who prefers learning from their sofa in the evenings, starting Thursday 18th May 7-9pm for 4 weeks

Both courses include all the amazing online benefits and support which you gain access to as soon as you sign up!

Book via link in bio or through the website 🤍

Any questions or would like more info just holla! 💙

18/03/2023

I will be here today 12-4 talking about Pregancy yoga as well as the The Mindful Birth Group course packages I teach! If you’re in Exeter pop along and see us, there will be several other baby related businesses too! It’s free but you can reserve your ticket here 👇

https://www.eventbrite.co.uk/e/all-things-baby-event-tickets-558076902037

If you’re there come and say hi 👋

🤍

14/02/2023

I’m really excited to be at the Baby and toddler show at the Bath and West show ground this weekend with The Mindful Birth group.

I also have a bunch of free tickets available. If you would like a couple, comment on this post and I will send you a link to claim your 2 free tickets so you can come along and see us and loads of other amazing brands and services.

Hopefully see you there xx

04/11/2022

This will be so useful for anyone thinking about a home birth!

🏡Homebirth information evening🤰

We are super excited to announce our brand new monthly Homebirth information evening, starting Monday 21st November!

We hope to be able to vary the location once we've got everything up and running, but will be based in Exeter for now.

We look forward to seeing you there! 💛

19/10/2022

Next term of Pregnancy yoga:

23rd November
6 weeks
Wednesdays 6.45-8.15pm
The Baby Room Exeter

💥LIMITED SPACES REMAINING💥

A combination of pregnancy yoga to ease aches and pains and put you into balance - allowing your baby to get into the best position for birth. Get out of your mind and into your body

Alongside active birth antenatal education, teaching you about the different stages of labour and breathing techniques, finishing with a guided relaxation

Please feel free to get in touch if you would like to make sure it's 'your thang'

link to book 👇
https://www.exhalebirthingandbeyond.co.uk/pregnancyyogaandbirthclasses

or message for more info 💙

14/10/2022

The REALLY juicy benefits of pregnancy yoga 💫

I mean there are an abundance of benefits doing the yoga moves during your pregnancy but this 👆is a powerful one.

Are you doing any yoga or movement during your pregnancy and did you know about this benefit?

26/09/2022

After taking a little break over the summer (and then being struck with a bad run of illness 🙄) I am so excited to say that a new term of Pregnancy yoga classes are back with a new time AND a new venue! (Ooooosh)

The classes are moving into the super exciting NEW The Baby Room Exeter, in the city centre on Paris Street 🙌

I can't wait to be a part of it all, teach in the new space and to welcome a new pregnant bunch 🤰

The new 6 week term starts on Wednesday the 12th October at 6.45-8.15pm

These classes are ideal if
✨ this is your 1st, 2nd, 3rd, 4th or subsequent pregnancy
✨ you are 14+ weeks pregnant
✨ would love to meet other expectant parents
✨ fed up with those glamorous pregnancy aches and pains and would like to feel a little light relief from them
✨ want to learn about all the stages of labour and birth and how to support your body throughout
✨want to know how you can prepare yourself physically and mentally for birth
✨ would love to learn some breathing techniques for labour and birth
OR
✨ you quite simply want to take some time out for you 💛

Spaces are already filling up so if you are interested, follow the link below or feel free to get in touch with me if you would like to know a little more committing to a term! Happy to answer any questions you might have 😊

https://www.exhalebirthingandbeyond.co.uk/pregnancyyogaandbirthclasses

Can't wait to meet you and bump really soon 😊

20/05/2022

Did you know how important the role and function of your pelvis is for giving birth??

It’s integral and therefore it’s a really good idea to avoid certain postures during pregnancy and focus on doing certain stretches and strengthening exercises to make sure it can function at its best!

Have you been doing any in your pregnancy so far?

Follow for more useful tips on how to support you pregnant body for birth

18/05/2022

PREP YOUR BODY FOR BIRTH

Eeeeeeekkkkk

I’m so excited to be offering a FREE prep your body for birth masterclass!!

On Thursday 9th June at 6.30pm I will be guiding you through a session where you will learn about your birthing muscles and the importance of a balanced pelvis, all the tools and techniques to get your body into alignment, positions to be doing throughout your pregnancy to ensure your muscles are stretched and lengthened and positions you can use for labour! I will also throw in how to use your birthing ball and few breathing techniques 🙌

There’s actually probably loads more too that I’ve forgotten to mention but if you fancy joining you can sign up through the link in my bio!

Did I mentioned it’s totally free too!!!

17/05/2022

ℙℝ𝔼𝔾ℕ𝔸ℕℂ𝕐 𝕐𝕆𝔾𝔸

Puppy pose 🐶

This pose offers a good alternative to Downward Dog as it’s less strenuous. Its powerful and energising, great for pregnancy as it stretches out the hamstrings, calves, opens the shoulders and relieves back discomfort by lengthening the spine.

Start in all 4’s. Hands forward, take the knees a little wider if needed to allow space for bump. Avoid dipping the lower back and dropping belly toward the floor. Head can come to the floor or rest on a cushion or block pressing your palms into the ground keeping the arms active and lifting the forearms. Then several deep breaths……enjoy

13/05/2022

ℍ𝕆𝕎 ℂ𝔸ℕ 𝕐𝕆𝕌ℝ ℙ𝕆𝕊𝕀𝕋𝕀𝕆ℕ ℙℝ𝔼𝕍𝔼ℕ𝕋 𝕋𝔼𝔸ℝ𝕀ℕ𝔾 𝕀ℕ 𝕃𝔸𝔹𝕆𝕌ℝ

Did you know? Your position in labour can influence your chances of tearing.

Positions where there is less space and therefore extra stress on the pelvic floor and perineum will increase your chances of tearing.

Freedom to move into positions that feel good, that feel comfortable, right for you and create more space will massively help.

What positions did you birth in? Sis you find it more comfortable being more upright?