Pregnancy and Post-Natal Exercise

This low impact Pilates and Physiotherapy-based class is specifically designed for pregnant women and new mums.

The class concentrates on exercises to strengthen the abdominal, hip and pelvic floor muscles during pregnancy and after childbirth.  They help your body adapt to the postural changes during pregnancy and to regain tone and fitness after pregnancy.

The class is a small group class so exercises can be adapted to suit your individual needs and can be attended from 12 weeks of pregnancy.  We advise that you discuss the classes with your GP, Obstetrician or Midwife before attending.

Women can attend post-natally from 6 weeks depending on their mode of delivery.

A one on one session with a Women's Health physiotherapist is required before attending.

Why Pilates during Pregnancy?

Pilates during pregnancy can be beneficial for:

• Posture

• Strengthening your core

• Strengthening your pelvic floor

• Helping with back, rib, shoulder, hip and neck pain

• Improving your flexibility

• Improving labour stamina

• Why Pilates after Pregnancy?

Pilates after the birth will help with:

• Posture

• Strengthening your core

• Strengthening your pelvic floor muscles

• Improving your fitness

• Improving your flexibility

Classes are available in both Naracoorte and Bordertown, depending on demand and physiotherapist availability.

Participants are welcome to bring their babies (until crawling only while COVID restrictions are in place) to all the sessions.

Own exercise mat, chi ball and theraband encouraged, but not essential.