BIRTH PREPARATION WORKSHOPS: Workshops held at weekends for pregnant women and their birth partners which cover the physiology of labour, the stages of labour and how your birth companion can support you through the journey of labour and birth emotionally and physically using different positions, breathing and the birth ball.  We also explore the options for pain relief with emphasis on the complementary therapies. Annabel Hargrave is also a doula with 10 years experience of working with women in the ante and post natal period. The workshop cost £85 per couple. Please call Annabel directly on 0208 287 5411 for more information and to book.

BEGINNERS/GENTLE YOGA: A gentle AND BASIC class concentrating on the foundation of postures, breath and relaxation. This class is suitable FOR beginners as well as for pre/post-natal mums. Mondays at 6.30pm-7.30pm, Wednesdays 10 am – 11.15 am, no need to book.

ACTIVE BIRTH – PRE NATAL YOGA: A course specifically designed for pregnancy to prepare the body and mind of mothers to be. Active Birth Yoga consists of gentle yoga-based exercises using breathing, relaxation techniques, and positions to prepare for labour and birth. It includes a discussion on birthing issues, and provides an opportunity to meet other pregnant women. Suitable from the 16th week of pregnancy.
6 week courses and workshops, booking required, call Annabel on 0208 287 5411.

PREGNANCY PILATES: A course specifically designed to help you build the core strength you need during pregnancy and beyond, enabling you to feel more comfortable when your baby is born. Please call reception to find out about course dates.

HYPNOBIRTHING: A really enjoyable and relaxing course during which mums-to-be and their husbands/partners get taught how to have an enjoyable, easier and natural birth of their baby using a range of techniques such as progressive relaxation, birthing affirmations, prenatal bonding, visualisations etc. Contact Helianthe on 0845 1080419 for more information and to book.