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ANTENATAL YOGA CLASSES
Janet has been teaching yoga for over 8 years and qualified with the British Wheel of Yoga taking their 80 hour pregnancy teaching module in 2005
The practice of yoga during pregnancy gives substantial benefits to the expectant mother. Traditional Yoga postures, breathing techniques and deep relaxation are adapted to provide a strengthening, fun and safe method of exercise that helps prepare for the birth.
Postures strengthen and tone the muscles whilst encouraging flexibility. The constant changes occurring during pregnancy require the body to continually adapt and yoga supports this process perfectly.
Breathing techniques are a valuable tool during the pregnancy and throughout the different stages of labour. Techniques which encourage the bodies own anesthetics to be produced.
Deep relaxation is said to be as beneficial as several hours sleep, so when sleep can be disrupted by pregnancy it is a vital practice to maintain a healthy level of rest and rejuvenation.
DTI Maternity Rights
"KEY FACTS
• All pregnant employees are entitled to time off for antenatal care.
• All time off for antenatal care must be paid at the employee’s normal rate of pay.
• Antenatal care may include relaxation and parentcraft classes, as well as medical examinations.
• These rights apply regardless of the employee’s length of service."
For advice on yoga for pregnancy, click here
Prenatal & Baby links click here
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