Every child brought into this world represents a Bright Beginning. A bundle full of innocence and possibility. Those first few weeks of the postnatal period can be a rollercoaster ride of ecstatic highs of joy followed by heavy fogs of fatigue and overwhelm.
Babies do not develop an understanding of themselves as a separate being until around 6 months old (which explains why your personal space seems to have disappeared overnight). For this reason, practising Postnatal Yoga will benefit your baby just as much as it will you. Hence why we call it Parents and Bubs Yoga.
Bright Beginnings approaches postnatal yoga from a place of compassion. Rather than rushing to rediscover your pre-baby body, or regain your pre-pregnancy exercise regime, there is a focus on practicality and accessibility. Parents are supported to nurture themselves and their babies as they adjust to their new roles.
The format of each Parents and Bubs Yoga Class is adapted on the day to suit the temperament and needs of the babies (and the parents).
Gift Vouchers Available
Improved health and wellbeing could be the greatest gift you can give. Consider gifting some postnatal yoga classes to the new parent (or parent-to-be) in your life, or if you are pregnant, perhaps put a hint out for your baby shower or blessing.
Postnatal Yoga may support new parents by:
Gently and gradually restoring the tone and strength of the abdominal and pelvic muscles that are stretched during pregnancy
Fostering the parent-child bond
Decreasing stress and anxiety
Providing restorative and rejuvenating practices to address fatigue
Improving stamina to manage the rigours of parenthood
Supporting breast and bottle feeding
Providing an opportunity to network with other parents
Providing a safe place to discuss and process your matrescence journey
Supporting the transition and adjustment to parenthood
Introduction to Pre/Postnatal Yoga Workshop
2hr WORKSHOP $45
This workshop provides a comprehensive overview of Prenatal and Postnatal yoga. If you are considering incorporating yoga into your postpartum journey, this is the place to start.
The workshop provides experiential learning around the following topics:
the benefits of prenatal and postnatal yoga
why yoga is so much more than just poses or exercises and how this makes it a wonderful holistic practice to support your journey into parenthood
what is matrescence and why should you know about it
the golden rules of prenatal and postnatal yoga
simple home practices you can implement straight away
what to expect in a prenatal or postnatal yoga class at The Centre of Bright Beginnings
This event is suitable for anyone who is currently pregnant, early postpartum or planning a pregnancy. Babes in arms are welcome. Attendance allows you a $25 discount for the Postnatal Yoga Program.
Postnatal Yoga Program
PACKAGE $225
($200 if attended Introduction Workshop or Prenatal Program)
Group Classes:
Wednesdays of School Term 10:45am -11:45am
This program provides comprehensive support for parents who have recently birthed. All factors are considered - from physical recovery and strengthening, to opportunities for deep rest, through to mental health support.
Please bring a few of your baby’s favourite playthings and a rug or towel for them to lay on. Suitable for parents who are at least 6 weeks postpartum with babies who are not yet mobile.
What is included?
90min Private Postpartum Consult (can be booked on a Mon, Wed or Fri)
Personalised home practice recommendations
Yoga Nidra for Postpartum recording
4 x 60min Postnatal Yoga Classes (max 4 per class)
Total Value $386 - you pay $225
Private Postnatal Yoga Classes
Initial Personalised Postnatal Yoga Class
PACKAGE $111
30min Lifestyle Consultation
+ 60min Class
+ detailed Home Practice Recommendations & Guidance
+ personalised audio/video
Follow-up Private Postnatal Yoga Classes
60 MINUTES $75