Yoga pregnancy is a kind, calm, yet very effective practice to bring into you and your baby’s life! If you are new to Yoga, pregnancy is the ideal time to start a safe, energetic and nourishing practise. Yoga focuses on the union with the breath, the expectant mother is breathing for two, there is a constant state of union naturally linking pregnant ladies to Yoga.

The benefits of Pregnancy Yoga include…….
Connection with an easy and natural flow to the breath. Release of every day stresses and tensions. Help with physical aches and pains. An ability to relax, which aids restful sleep. Yoga postures to help with birth preparation. Helps to connect with the baby. Prepares for labour and childbirth

Pregnancy yoga is now recognised as an ideal exercise for expectant mothers and has the backing of midwives and doctors as a recommended way to keep both fit and mobile.

Classes with Bahia Yoga will focus on key holistic areas, such as breath work, deep relaxation, Yoga postures, movement, meditations for all stages of pregnancy (from 16 to 42 weeks).

Paid time off work for Pregnancy Yoga classes
Women in full time employment are entitled to paid time off work to attend yoga classes, which are covered by the category antenatal appointments and relaxation and parent craft classes. We encourage students to exercise their right to this time off work. For further details of the legal obligation of employers to pregnant workers, please see click here

Health in Pregnancy Grant (HIPG)
Since April 2009 onwards you can claim a one-off, tax-free payment from H M Revenue & Customs (HMRC) if you’re a mum-to-be who’s at least 25 weeks pregnant. The payment is called ‘Health in Pregnancy Grant’ and is to help you prepare for the birth of your baby. For full details please see the Government’s website: http://campaigns.direct.gov.uk/money4mum2be/”Money4mum2be

How do I register?
You need to complete a comprehensive registration form prior to beginning the programme. Each session will incorporate a supportive sharing time to assess and evaluate the changing physical and emotional needs of each student.

Please see the Group Classes page for up to date news on Pregnancy Yoga sessions. Remember you can also book regular private one to one sessions during your pregnancy.

• Monday mornings 9.30am to 10.45am (City Centre)
• Thursday evenings 5.30pm to 6.45pm (Nottingham, NG7)