Things to remember before you attend your first prenatal yoga class <\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li>
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<\/span>The right style of yoga <\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n
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<\/iframe><\/div>\n<\/div><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p>Though prenatal yoga is the best choice during pregnancy, there\u2019s nothing to stop you from attending regular classes if the teacher is ok with it. You\u2019ll want to opt for something like Hatha Yoga or Restorative Yoga, and <strong>avoid any Hot\/Bikram Yoga classes<\/strong> as <a rel=\"noreferrer noopener nofollow\" target=\"_blank\" href=\"https:\/\/www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov\/pmc\/articles\/PMC3994790\/#:~:text=Answer%20With%20the%20increased%20risk,practising%20hot%20yoga%20during%20pregnancy.\">these can be dangerous for your unborn baby<img src=\"https:\/\/safesleepsystems.com\/wp-content\/themes\/acabado-6\/img\/extlink.png\" alt=\"Opens in a new tab.\" title=\"Opens in a new tab.\" class=\"externallinkimage\" style=\"background-image:none;\"><\/a>. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>If you choose to attend a regular class, it\u2019s vital that you inform the teacher of your stage of pregnancy, and more important than ever that you listen to your body and get clued up on the particular movements that you need to avoid during the second and third trimester.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>The safest option is to choose a prenatal class, where every pose will be modified for pregnancy, and your teacher can carefully guide you through each movement as a group. This way, there\u2019s also no concern that your teacher might forget to give you a modification. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>It\u2019s important to remember that prenatal classes are designed for the pregnant body and though you might feel comfortable in your regular yoga class during the first – and maybe second – trimester, those later weeks of pregnancy are best spent in courses tailored to your needs. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>By attending a prenatal yoga class, you\u2019ll also learn relaxation tools that will help you with labor, birth, and motherhood! And that kind of knowledge is not to be missed. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Find_a_certified_teacher\"><\/span>Find a certified teacher<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\"><figure class=\"aligncenter size-large\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"576\" src=\"https:\/\/safesleepsystems.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/06\/pregnant-yoga-teacher-1024x576.png\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-3742\" title=\"\" srcset=\"https:\/\/safesleepsystems.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/06\/pregnant-yoga-teacher-1024x576.png 1024w, https:\/\/safesleepsystems.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/06\/pregnant-yoga-teacher-300x169.png 300w, https:\/\/safesleepsystems.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/06\/pregnant-yoga-teacher-768x432.png 768w, https:\/\/safesleepsystems.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/06\/pregnant-yoga-teacher-1536x864.png 1536w, https:\/\/safesleepsystems.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/06\/pregnant-yoga-teacher.png 1643w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><\/figure><\/div>\n\n\n\n<p>Once you\u2019ve found prenatal classes and teachers that are local to you, you can ask to see their certification to be sure that they have been trained as prenatal yoga teachers. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>The <a href=\"https:\/\/www.yogaalliance.org\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener nofollow\">Yoga Alliance<img src=\"https:\/\/safesleepsystems.com\/wp-content\/themes\/acabado-6\/img\/extlink.png\" alt=\"Opens in a new tab.\" title=\"Opens in a new tab.\" class=\"externallinkimage\" style=\"background-image:none;\"><\/a> will accredit some teachers, but it\u2019s not compulsory and doesn\u2019t necessarily mean that the teacher is any more qualified for teaching prenatal yoga. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>It\u2019s imperative to choose a teacher who is trained as a prenatal yoga teacher as they have all of the knowledge necessary to teach women at all stages of pregnancy. This will not only keep your practice safe, but it will make your experience much more enjoyable. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Choose_a_class_that_will_last_for_your_pregnancy\"><\/span>Choose a class that will last for your pregnancy<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\"><figure class=\"aligncenter size-large\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"576\" src=\"https:\/\/safesleepsystems.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/06\/pregnant-yoga-class-3-1024x576.png\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-3750\" title=\"\" srcset=\"https:\/\/safesleepsystems.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/06\/pregnant-yoga-class-3-1024x576.png 1024w, https:\/\/safesleepsystems.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/06\/pregnant-yoga-class-3-300x169.png 300w, https:\/\/safesleepsystems.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/06\/pregnant-yoga-class-3-768x432.png 768w, https:\/\/safesleepsystems.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/06\/pregnant-yoga-class-3-1536x864.png 1536w, https:\/\/safesleepsystems.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/06\/pregnant-yoga-class-3.png 1920w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><\/figure><\/div>\n\n\n\n<p>When looking for your prenatal yoga teacher or prenatal yoga class, make sure that the teacher you choose offers courses up until the end of pregnancy (for most teachers and studios, they will accept students until around 38 weeks). <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>There\u2019s nothing worse than finding the perfect yoga class and yoga teacher, only to find out later that they only accept students who are in the second trimester and that you\u2019ll have to change to another class for the third trimester! <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>It\u2019s also helpful to have one teacher follow you from the beginning of your prenatal yoga journey right up until the end (especially if they offer mommy and baby classes!). Staying with one teacher is beneficial because they will quickly learn about the specifics of your body and pregnancy, and be able to offer you tailored advice and alterations throughout the class. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>By attending a class with the same group of women throughout your pregnancy, you\u2019ll be able to add to the group of VIW\u2019s (Very Important Women) that will become your support network in the first few months of motherhood. And who knows, you might even make some lifelong momma friends! <\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Look_for_a_connection_%F0%9F%A4%B0\"><\/span>Look for a connection 🤰<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-embed-youtube aligncenter wp-block-embed is-type-video is-provider-youtube wp-embed-aspect-16-9 wp-has-aspect-ratio\"><div class=\"wp-block-embed__wrapper\">\n<div class=\"jetpack-video-wrapper\"><iframe loading=\"lazy\" title=\"Prenatal Yoga - 5 Poses for All Trimesters\" width=\"640\" height=\"360\" src=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/embed\/0cKnStmV1dI?feature=oembed\" frameborder=\"0\" allow=\"accelerometer; autoplay; clipboard-write; encrypted-media; gyroscope; picture-in-picture; web-share\" referrerpolicy=\"strict-origin-when-cross-origin\" allowfullscreen><\/iframe><\/div>\n<\/div><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p>Pregnancy is often a time where many of us experience heightened levels of anxiety and stress; you don\u2019t want your regular yoga class to add to that. We want our yoga class to reverse these unpleasant feelings. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Look for a teacher who is empathetic and who you have a connection with – the same goes for the other students in the class. Look for a group of women who are supportive of one another and welcoming towards you when you join the class. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Pregnancy is one of the most incredible times in our lives – only beaten by the birth of our children! Cherish it by enrolling in a class where you feel empowered by and comfortable with the women around you. Our relationships during pregnancy are one of the most important things for helping us to feel confident and supported. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>If you don\u2019t like the vibe of the class, see if there\u2019s another prenatal class or teacher in the same studio, or look elsewhere. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Check_the_schedule\"><\/span>Check the schedule <span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\"><figure class=\"aligncenter size-large\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"576\" src=\"https:\/\/safesleepsystems.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/06\/nature-pregnant-yoga-1-1024x576.png\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-3748\" title=\"\" srcset=\"https:\/\/safesleepsystems.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/06\/nature-pregnant-yoga-1-1024x576.png 1024w, https:\/\/safesleepsystems.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/06\/nature-pregnant-yoga-1-300x169.png 300w, https:\/\/safesleepsystems.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/06\/nature-pregnant-yoga-1-768x432.png 768w, https:\/\/safesleepsystems.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/06\/nature-pregnant-yoga-1-1536x864.png 1536w, https:\/\/safesleepsystems.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/06\/nature-pregnant-yoga-1.png 1920w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><\/figure><\/div>\n\n\n\n<p>Make sure that the prenatal yoga classes offered by the teacher that you have chosen fit around or into your schedule. If you decide to attend a class on a Wednesday morning during the holidays when you would usually be working, remember that you probably won\u2019t be able to miss work every week so that you can head to yoga! <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Find a class that is accessible for you and at a time that you will be able to commit to every week easily – this also makes it less likely for you to stay on the sofa and skip class. Though as always, listen to your body! If you need a day on the sofa, take it. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Try_a_few_classes\"><\/span>Try a few classes <span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-embed-youtube aligncenter wp-block-embed is-type-video is-provider-youtube wp-embed-aspect-16-9 wp-has-aspect-ratio\"><div class=\"wp-block-embed__wrapper\">\n<div class=\"jetpack-video-wrapper\"><iframe loading=\"lazy\" title=\"Pregnancy Stretching Routine | Best Stretches to Relieve Pregnancy Symptoms!\" width=\"640\" height=\"360\" src=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/embed\/g7jtkqEUM_Y?feature=oembed\" frameborder=\"0\" allow=\"accelerometer; autoplay; clipboard-write; encrypted-media; gyroscope; picture-in-picture; web-share\" referrerpolicy=\"strict-origin-when-cross-origin\" allowfullscreen><\/iframe><\/div>\n<\/div><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p>Sign up to a few different classes with different teachers in your area so that you can find the one that suits you the best. Don\u2019t stress yourself too much on researching the best class and narrowing it down that way. Instead, please make a list of every local class and get a one-class pass to each of them. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"What_if_there_are_no_prenatal_yoga_teachers_near_me_%F0%9F%A4%B0\"><\/span>What if there are no prenatal yoga teachers near me? 🤰<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\"><figure class=\"aligncenter size-large\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"576\" src=\"https:\/\/safesleepsystems.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/06\/pregnant-yoga-at-home-1024x576.png\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-3744\" title=\"\" srcset=\"https:\/\/safesleepsystems.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/06\/pregnant-yoga-at-home-1024x576.png 1024w, https:\/\/safesleepsystems.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/06\/pregnant-yoga-at-home-300x169.png 300w, https:\/\/safesleepsystems.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/06\/pregnant-yoga-at-home-768x432.png 768w, https:\/\/safesleepsystems.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/06\/pregnant-yoga-at-home-1536x864.png 1536w, https:\/\/safesleepsystems.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/06\/pregnant-yoga-at-home.png 1643w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><\/figure><\/div>\n\n\n\n<p>If there are no prenatal yoga teachers near you, you could consider taking online classes. There are plenty of apps (such as <a href=\"https:\/\/shrsl.com\/2c3bi\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener nofollow\">Yoga Download<img src=\"https:\/\/safesleepsystems.com\/wp-content\/themes\/acabado-6\/img\/extlink.png\" alt=\"Opens in a new tab.\" title=\"Opens in a new tab.\" class=\"externallinkimage\" style=\"background-image:none;\"><\/a>) and online classes that will guide you through prenatal classes for whichever length of time that you desire! <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Just remember that you won\u2019t have an actual instructor present to monitor your movements and make adjustments – so it\u2019s even more important to listen to your body. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>You could also look at hiring a private yoga teacher who will be able to come to your house and give you classes tailored to your exact needs and stage of pregnancy. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Things_to_remember_before_you_attend_your_first_prenatal_yoga_class\"><\/span>Things to remember before you attend your first prenatal yoga class <span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<ul><li>Eat a light meal before your class – this will ensure that you have enough energy for the class while ensuring that you won\u2019t be too full or feel sick. <\/li><li>Take a snack with you to eat after the class when you\u2019re more than likely going to be feeling a bit hungry. <\/li><li>Bring a water bottle with you – it\u2019s crucial to stay hydrated during any form of physical activity, especially during pregnancy. Even if you don\u2019t like drinking during a class, you\u2019ll be able to hydrate after the class. <\/li><li>Check with your midwife or doctor that you can safely take part in the class – your pregnancy is individual to you. And while some women can continue physical exercise, it is advised that others do not exercise due to certain complications. <\/li><li>Be willing to try a few different classes! Don\u2019t be disheartened if your first prenatal yoga class did not live up to your expectations. It\u2019s ok to try out as many as you need to to feel comfortable with the studio, your teacher, and the rest of the group. <\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p>Have fun in your search for the perfect prenatal yoga teacher; they will be one of the most influential people in making you feel empowered and healthy during your pregnancy. <a href=\"https:\/\/safesleepsystems.com\/prenatal-yoga-equipment-review\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Prenatal yoga<img src=\"https:\/\/safesleepsystems.com\/wp-content\/themes\/acabado-6\/img\/extlink.png\" alt=\"Opens in a new tab.\" title=\"Opens in a new tab.\" class=\"externallinkimage\" style=\"background-image:none;\"><\/a> can get you through birth and a lifetime of parental stress – making it one of the best things to spend your time on during pregnancy. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-text-align-center\"><strong><a href=\"https:\/\/safesleepsystems.com\/outdoor-yoga-vs-indoor-yoga-which-is-better\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Outdoor Yoga Vs Indoor Yoga: Which Is Better?<img src=\"https:\/\/safesleepsystems.com\/wp-content\/themes\/acabado-6\/img\/extlink.png\" alt=\"Opens in a new tab.\" title=\"Opens in a new tab.\" class=\"externallinkimage\" style=\"background-image:none;\"><\/a><\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image is-style-rounded\"><figure class=\"aligncenter size-thumbnail\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"150\" height=\"150\" src=\"https:\/\/safesleepsystems.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/05\/IMG_20190309_112402-150x150.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-3296\" title=\"\" srcset=\"https:\/\/safesleepsystems.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/05\/IMG_20190309_112402-150x150.jpg 150w, https:\/\/safesleepsystems.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/05\/IMG_20190309_112402-300x300.jpg 300w, https:\/\/safesleepsystems.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/05\/IMG_20190309_112402-1024x1024.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/safesleepsystems.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/05\/IMG_20190309_112402-768x768.jpg 768w, https:\/\/safesleepsystems.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/05\/IMG_20190309_112402-1536x1536.jpg 1536w, https:\/\/safesleepsystems.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/05\/IMG_20190309_112402.jpg 924w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 150px) 100vw, 150px\" \/><\/figure><\/div>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-text-align-center has-small-font-size\"><strong>Keira Shepherd<\/strong> is a <strong>certified yoga teacher<\/strong> living in <strong>Toulouse, France<\/strong>. Originally from the UK, Keira received a <strong>First-Class Honours<\/strong> degree in <strong>Education Studies at Oxford Brookes University<\/strong> after completing her dissertation on the topic of using <strong>special technologies when teaching children with autism<\/strong>. Keira is a <strong>keen traveler<\/strong> and has spent a lot of time teaching a variety of different practices \u2013 such as <strong>yoga and scuba diving<\/strong> \u2013 around the world. Now settled in France, she is a<strong> mother of one<\/strong> and shares her <strong>passion for an environmentally sustainable life<\/strong> through <strong><a rel=\"noreferrer noopener nofollow\" href=\"http:\/\/www.mindfullymaman.com\/\" target=\"_blank\">her motherhood blog<img src=\"https:\/\/safesleepsystems.com\/wp-content\/themes\/acabado-6\/img\/extlink.png\" alt=\"Opens in a new tab.\" title=\"Opens in a new tab.\" class=\"externallinkimage\" style=\"background-image:none;\"><\/a>.<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"References\"><\/span>References<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<ul><li><a rel=\"noreferrer noopener nofollow\" href=\"https:\/\/www.sciencedirect.com\/science\/article\/pii\/S0091743512003301\" target=\"_blank\">https:\/\/www.sciencedirect.com\/science\/article\/pii\/S0091743512003301<img src=\"https:\/\/safesleepsystems.com\/wp-content\/themes\/acabado-6\/img\/extlink.png\" alt=\"Opens in a new tab.\" title=\"Opens in a new tab.\" class=\"externallinkimage\" style=\"background-image:none;\"><\/a><\/li><li><a href=\"https:\/\/www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov\/pmc\/articles\/PMC3994790\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener nofollow\">https:\/\/www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov\/pmc\/articles\/PMC3994790\/<img src=\"https:\/\/safesleepsystems.com\/wp-content\/themes\/acabado-6\/img\/extlink.png\" alt=\"Opens in a new tab.\" title=\"Opens in a new tab.\" class=\"externallinkimage\" style=\"background-image:none;\"><\/a><\/li><li><a rel=\"noreferrer noopener nofollow\" href=\"https:\/\/www.yogaalliance.org\/\" target=\"_blank\">https:\/\/www.yogaalliance.org\/<img src=\"https:\/\/safesleepsystems.com\/wp-content\/themes\/acabado-6\/img\/extlink.png\" alt=\"Opens in a new tab.\" title=\"Opens in a new tab.\" class=\"externallinkimage\" style=\"background-image:none;\"><\/a><\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Yogi approved by Keira Shepherd, Certified Yoga Instructor with a 1st Class Honors in Education Studies. 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