For you, future mom!
If you’re pregnant and want to keep up with your physical activity:
- Obtain your doctor’s approval before engaging in any physical activity.
- During the first trimester, we recommend continuing with your usual routine if you’re feeling well.
- 4th/5th month, intense classes are not suitable anymore; it’s recommended to step down to a lower level (intermediate or beginner).
- 8th month, we recommend attending beginner classes.
Make sure to let the instructor know that you are pregnant before the class, and pay attention to how your body feels during the exercises.
The benefits of Reformer Pilates for pregnancy:
- Improved posture: Pilates strengthens the core muscles, helping to support the spine and improve posture, which can relieve common lower back pain during pregnancy.
- Strengthening the pelvic floor muscles: Reformer Pilates helps strengthen the pelvic floor muscles, which is crucial for supporting the additional weight of the baby and can aid in childbirth and postpartum recovery.
- Improved blood circulation: The exercises promote better blood circulation, which can reduce the risk of swelling and varicose veins.
- Reduced stress and improved relaxation: Pilates exercises promote relaxation and help reduce stress, which is beneficial for the mental well-being of the expectant mother.
- Maintaining overall physical fitness: Pilates helps to stay active and fit during pregnancy, contributing to better energy levels and overall well-being.
- Facilitated postpartum recovery: The muscle strengthening gained during pregnancy can aid in a quicker recovery after childbirth.
A few blogs/stores that might interest you:
Blogs :
- Physical Activity and Exercise During Pregnancy and the Postpartum Period, ACOG
- Pregnancy guidelines at a glance
Shops :
- L’envie de Fraises, Parenting concept store
- Oysho, Maternity activewear
- H&M, Maternity clothes for everyday and sportswear
- Marelle, Organic care from Switzerland
Our trusted midwives :
- Amandine Filou : +41 78 698 91 77, amandine.filou@gmail.com
- Astrid Pascal : +41 78 768 48 03, pascal.astrid@gmail.com
- Lucie Van Belle : 076 690 87 06, lucievanbelle@hotmail.com