Three decades ago Janet Balaskas introduced the western world to exercises during pregnancy and to the concept of Active Birth. It was an exciting and revolutionary time in changing how we viewed pregnancy and birth. In our 1980's antenatal classes we began to get women off their backs -...
A Flexible Pregnancy Support Belt was preferred by 82% of the pregnant women who were suffering from symphysis pubis dysfunction (SPD) in a recent small pilot study. Over the years international research has shown the benefit of wearing a support belt during pregnancy...
CONGRATULATIONS on Your Pregnancy When your excitement turns into 'help there is so much to think about' - you need a list and a plan. Here are some of the things you can add to your 1st trimester to do list. Begin Managing Your Current Lifestyle - make your day to...
The first twelve weeks of pregnancy are dynamic for you and your growing baby. The astonishingly rapid hormonal changes are responsible for the formation and ongoing growth of your baby, as well as preparing your body for the birth. And although each day may seem to take forever...
The hormonal and physical changes that occur when you are pregnant can affect much of your daily routine and sleep is one of them. Why Sleep is Difficult During Pregnancy Relaxation of your ligaments and soft tissues (fascia) happens so your body has room for baby to grow but also causes...
