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Beyond Birth: Pondering Postpartum
When you are expecting a child, you do so much to prepare for your birth. You go the the Doctor’s appointments, read all the books, take birth prep and prenatal yoga classes, and get the nursery ready. You condition your mind and body to prepare for birth.
But what about the time beyond birth? You expect the sleepless nights, the exhaustion, the snuggles, the mess, but there is so much more to this season, and more often than not, you might find yourself underprepared for the reality of life with a newborn. This happens at the same time that health care drops dramatically for you. Before your baby was born, you were likely going to regular check-ups. Now, you are taking your baby to the Doctor for regular check-ups, but who’s checking on you?
In collaboration with postpartum doula, Joana Allis of Reach Perinatal Support, I am offering the workshop, Beyond Birth: Pondering Postpartum. This workshop is designed to get you thinking more deeply about postpartum life. Together, we will discuss what postpartum life might look like and prepare for some unexpected realities.
In this workshop, you will…
Enjoy a prenatal yoga class with your partner or support person
Discuss YOU in the postpartum period
Have opportunities to ask questions, discuss worries, fears, and hopes
Discuss body care, rest, and nourishment postpartum
Discuss relationship care
Much more!
Date: Saturday, October 11
Time: 1-4 pm
Location: Pilgrimage of the Heart Yoga
3301 Adams Ave, San Diego, CA 92105
Investment: $80 for you and your partner or support person
*No one will be turned away for lack of funds. Please contact Joana at reachperinatal@gmail.com if the price is not accessible for you.
Prenatal Yoga serieS
Late Summer Series: August 18-September 22 *no class on September 1
Fall Series: October 20-November 17
5-Class Pack: $90
Drop-In: $23
Location: Pilgrimage of the Heart Yoga Studio 3301 Adams Ave, 92116
Time: 5 pm
Livestream available!
Prenatal Yoga is an opportunity for you to prepare mentally, physically, and emotionally for birth and parenthood. All carrying people are welcome!
In this series, you will…
Build strength and endurance physically and mentally, as you prepare for birth
Find relief for the common discomforts experienced during pregnancy
Find community with other expectant parents
Build a deeper connection with your growing baby and changing body
Learn basic birth education, including coping skills, birthing positions, etc.
Learn simple prenatal accommodations in yoga to empower you to take non-prenatal classes.
late summer Series: August 18-September 22
Fall Series: October 20-November 17
BABY AND Me yoga series
Current/Upcoming Dates:
Late Summer Series: August 21-September 25 *no class on September 4
Fall Series: October 23-November 20
5-Class Pack: $90
Drop-In: $23
Location: Pilgrimage of the Heart Yoga studio, 3301 Adams Ave, 92116
Time: 10 am
*The Postpartum support group meets at 11 am at the same location, and it’s free!
Livestream available!
In this series, you will:
Learn baby massage techniques to support your baby’s nervous system and aid in digestion
Be in a space where you and your baby are welcome however you show up. It’s okay if babies cry in class, need to eat, need a diaper change, etc., and it’s okay if you are not your best self too.
Build balance in the pelvic floor and gentle toning for the abdominal muscles
Find relief for the aches and pains that often come with carrying babies and all their gear!
Create your village with other new parents.
Practice and learn about the importance of self-care as a new parent
Learn how to incorporate your baby into your yoga practice
late summer Series: August 21-September 25
*no class on Thursday, September 4
Fall Series: October 23-November 20
Loving Touch for Birth (in person)
When: Saturday, July 12 from 1-3 pm
Where: Pilgrimage of the Heart Yoga, 3301 Adams Avenue, SD, CA 92116
Investment: $80 per couple ($40 each)
Having a trusted person with you when you are giving birth can help you feel supported during labor. Anyone who you trust and feel comfortable with while you are giving birth such as the other parent-to-be, a relative, or a close friend can be your birth partner.
Loving Touch for Birth is a workshop designed to teach you and your birth partner techniques to use during labor that can help you cope with the intense sensations of contractions, relax between contractions, and get you through challenging moments.
In our two hours together, I will discuss different techniques that can be used during birth and lead a prenatal yoga practice where we can incorporate these techniques. Please bring a yoga mat, a notebook and pen, water, a snack, and, if you would like, a camera to take photos of the techniques you are learning.
In the Loving Touch for Birth workshop, you and your birth partner will…
Practice movements and poses to help increase intimacy and connection with your birth partner
Learn techniques such as counter pressure and massage, which have been clinically proven to help ease pain and regulate the nervous system
Practice movements that can aid in labor
Learn techniques that can be helpful during contractions and techniques for in-between contractions.
Move your body in a prenatal yoga practice
Discuss questions to ask your care provider and what to expect with a hospital, birth center, or home birth.
Discuss possible scenarios that might come up during labor and strategies to deal with them.
I hope you will join me!
Free Postpartum Support Group
The support group meets on Thursdays at 11 am after Baby and Me Yoga when the series is in session. Click the photo above to RSVP for the support group. Babies of all ages and stages are welcome to the support group!
Meet Your Guest Speakers
Click the photo above to connect with Ariel.
Click the photo above to connect with Om Baby Bliss
Click the. photo above to connect with Angela
Postpartum Guest Speaker Registration
Guest speaking at our postpartum support group is a wonderful way to collaborate and connect with the community. You can provide helpful information for new parents and connect directly with people who could benefit from your services!
Your Postpartum Support Group Guest Speaker registration includes:
Exclusive guest speaker status for 1 Postpartum Support Group
Free guest pass to that week’s Baby and Me yoga class
Free guest pass to 1 Prenatal yoga class
Promotion on my social media accounts of your guest speaking date
Your event highlighted prominently on my website
Promotion of your guest speaking date in 1 email (when you register at least 2 weeks before your speaking date)
Discount code for $5 off that week’s Baby and Me Class drop-in to share with your clients (as space allows)
Investment: $40 per speaking date