“I was fortunate enough to meet Bernadette when I was expecting my daughter. Her knowledge, teaching methods and kindness helped me immensely during a pregnancy which could have been very stressful as I have already had three miscarriages. Her lessons are well structured yet very relaxed. They are a wonderful time ro learn about one’s strengths and how to make use of them”.
Perinatal
Pregnancy Yoga
1-1 sessions in person or online
Pregnancy yoga is an ideal way of supporting physical, mental and emotional health and well- being for both mum & baby. A woman’s body goes through huge, rapid changes in a short space of time, whilst she is growing a new human being which can impact on everything from joints and muscles, to organs and hormones.
All practices are dedicated pregnancy yoga techniques, suitable for various stages and take into account challenges such as PGP (pelvic girdle pain), sciatica, heartburn, carpal tunnel and many more, either as ways to minimise or avoid these conditions or as a way of improving and managing them.
A range of techniques is also included to enable a woman to face labour with less fear and more confidence in how to manage this singular event in life. The sessions will also give the opportunity to take some time for the two (or maybe 3) of you.
Being able to both relax and breathe is not only one of the most valuable aspects of self care you can provide for yourself but also has a real benefit in improving the function of the placenta. Each session ends with Yoga Nidra.
Contact Bernadette info@peacefulpractice.co.uk or 07816 443319 to discuss or book for 1-1 sessions either online or in person.
“I’m very grateful for Bernadette’s yoga classes…They helped me tremendously during labour thanks to the techniques I learnt. I kept positive, knew what was going on and the visualisation techniques helped me to keep calm. My midwife even said she couldn’t believe it was my first birth.”
Clara
Invaluable techniquesI have given birth naturally to my second daughter on 18th Sept at mayday hospital. It was a much better process this time. It all happened very quickly. I managed to stay home and by the time I got to hospital I had no time for checks and baby was out within 45 mins after reaching hospital. Thank you so much for your support in bringing the courage back to birth safely. Please see attached recent photo of baby Jacqueline. She was born small but healthier than expected for pre eclampsia baby at 2.75kg full term. I think last minute yoga even helped.
J.C.
I have given birth on Monday to Stella who came to the world weighing 3.09kg. It was a natural delivery and I cannot thank you enough for all your great teaching. All I used was breathing, lots of visualisation, upright positions, hot shower and aromatherapy so lots of learning from yoga. No gas/air or other pain relief! When I got to the birth centre I was fully dilated! I just had your words about opening in my mind all the time and your voice telling about creating space… Thank you for your class
S x
Mum & Baby Yoga-1-1 classes
Classes in your own home - Greenwich & Lewisham boroughs
“Would you like to enjoy a class which helps to revive your energy levels – gently toning muscles and easing joints, yet at the same time being relaxed, informal and fun for your baby as well?”
These are dedicated practices, designed specifically for women’s bodies.
Namely women who have grown a baby for the best part of a year and have given birth (however that was) and are now wanting to address how they can recover & regain deep muscle tone & maintain pelvic floor health.
Gentle, effective movements to ease stiffness in necks, shoulders & backs are added.
Action rhymes with your baby are included, that stimulate their body systems in fun & playful ways, to promote restful sleep, aid digestion, respiration & circulation and stimulate the nervous & immune systems.
Some baby massage movements are also incorporated.
Fiona
Mum & Baby yoga class“Thanks for your marvellous teaching…you have been inspirational & probably done more for a happy, calm Daisy than anything.”
Baby Massage
Home Visit Tuition
Baby massage home visits are short, two session courses for adult carers with babies up to the pre-crawling stage.
Although baby massage can continue well into early childhood, once the techniques have been learnt, it is easier to learn the ropes whilst your baby is not yet at crawling stage.
This is a unique way of communicating with your baby using the sense of touch-to which babies are extremely receptive. It is especially suitable for prems, C section & low birth weight babies & offers the mutual benefits of relaxation and enjoyment to both baby & carer. A simple yet effective short, full body baby massage routine is taught. This includes specific techniques to help ease digestive issues and encourage restful sleep.
Adults find it is another way of getting to know their baby & become more relaxed and confident in their handling of & ability to nurture their child. For the baby all major body systems are stimulated, including circulatory, respiratory, nervous and digestive.
A massage manual & oil are provided and yours to keep. Guidance on teething and colic are also given. Each session lasts for 1hr.
Bernadette is also happy to offer these short, two session courses for a group of friends with new babies, within the boroughs of Greenwich & Lewisham, within a home environment.
ContactBernadette: email info@peacefulpractice.co.uk or call 07816 443319
Pregnancy Massage
Benefits of pregnancy massage
Pregnancy massage treatment is very popular. Pregnancy can be a time in a woman’s life when various “ailments” arise-such as poor sleep patterns, cramp, blood pressure changes, heartburn, sciatica, anxiety & fear, to name a few! Some women are fortunate enough not to experience much in the way of ailments and instead relish the opportunity to let go & enjoy some “me” time.
Pregnancy massage incorporates all the techniques used for a regular full body massage and lots of supports are used during the treatment to ensure that the client is at her most comfortable.
Each consultation also gives the client an opportunity to express herself in a supportive environment and because of Bernadette’s wide and lengthy experience as a pregnancy yoga teacher she can offer techniques to help alleviate most conditions or to advise about diet, lifestyle, etc
Fees
Fees for Pregnancy Massage:
Venue: Ageless Beauty, 148 Trafalgar Rd, Greenwich, London SE10 9TZ
60 mins treatment £55
90 mins treatment £75
Full Back Massage:
30 mins treatment £40
If you want to discuss this or any other treatment before booking please feel free to contact Bernadette:
email info@peacefulpractice.co.uk or call 07816 443319
The perfect gift!
Pregnancy Massage Gift vouchers are available
Valid for 6 months from date of issue
Email Bernadette for bookings or gift vouchers:
info@peacefulpractice.co.uk or call: 07816 443319
Ageless Beauty
148 Trafalgar Rd, Greenwich, London SE10 9TZ