Mum and Baby

BOOKING FORMS for our courses are now available to download from our website as Word documents or PDF files (see below). To download a free copy of Adobe Acrobat Reader, please click here.

Quick links to courses & workshops: PREGNANCY YOGA BIRTH PREPARATION WORKSHOPS POSTNATAL YOGA FOR MUMS & BABIES BABY MASSAGE & STRETCH Tel. 020 8853 5944 email: bking@bernadette52.freeserve.co.uk

PLEASE NOTE : if the closing date for booking a course has passed or the course has already started, please contact Bernadette as you may be able to join a course that is currently running.

PREGNANCY YOGA COURSES are an ideal way of enhancing pregnancy by strengthening, toning and preparing muscles particularly those which are used during labour. Each course teaches techniques which can either help to alleviate pregnancy ailments or prevent them from developing.. Deep relaxation and breathing techniques are central themes of her approach and time is given to strengthen the connection between mother & child. A range of techniques is taught to enable women to enter into labour with less fear and more confidence in how to manage this singular event in life. Bernadette is a member of FEDANT (Federation of Ante Natal Teachers).

The courses are suitable for women who are at least 12 weeks pregnant, whether or not they have any experience of yoga. They take place in Deptford, Blackheath & Greenwich, evening & daytime classes. Course notes are provided. She has also produced a Pregnancy YOGA CD so the practice can be followed more frequently (see products page).

PREGNANCY YOGA COURSE DATES & VENUES:

Deptford Albany, Douglas Way SE8:

• Monday 12th May - Mon 23rd June 2008 (Please note: no session on 26th March)
  19.30 - 21.00 (6 week course) £60
• Monday 30th June - Mon 11th August 2008
  19.30 - 21.00 (7 week course) £70

Mycenae Hse, Mycenae Rd Blackheath SE3:

• Weds 7th May - Weds 18th June 2008 (Please note: no session on 4th June)
  11.00-12.30 (6 week course) £60
• Weds 25th June - Weds 30th July 2008
  11.00-12.30 (6 week course) £60

Download Pregnancy Yoga booking form:
Word [43K] | PDF [87K]

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MASSAGE TREATMENTS are available at her clinic in Lewisham - she has specialised training in Pregnancy Massage . (see Massage & Healing page).

BIRTH PREPARATION WORKSHOPS are an ideal way for women at least 32 weeks pregnant & their labour supporter(s) to prepare more fully for the imminent birth, with the practice of breathing, positions, sound, movements, visualisation, relaxation & massage. It makes sense to commit to preparation to both feel useful as a supporter and more in control as a woman. Women do not need to bring a supporter in order to attend.

“I wanted to thank you for preparing me so well...I feel your classes were invaluable & although I did not give birth the way I would have liked I still feel I experienced the most natural birth I could in the circumstances.” Helen

These workshops take place in Blackheath on Saturday mornings, monthly. Course notes supplied.

It is possible to purchase a birthing ball by prior arrangement - please email Bernadette: bking@bernadette52.freeserve.co.uk

POST NATAL YOGA FOR MUMS & BABIES is a lot of fun - very informal & a great way to revitalise body, mind & spirit after labour & birth & to help with the major demands of being a mother. Physical strength & emotional equilibrium are regained. Babies love the songs and movements practiced with them, which help with their respiration, circulation and digestion. Courses are extremely popular & run for a 6 week period. Many women meet up again with women met on the pregnancy courses, which also makes it a good social contact for both them & their babies. Suitable for babies up to 6 months old. These take place in Deptford on Fridays.

POST NATAL MUM & BABY COURSE DATES & VENUE

Deptford Albany, Douglas Way SE8:

• Tuesday 17th June - 22nd July
  Session (a) 10.30 - 11.30
  Session (b) 11.45 - 12.45
  These are 6 week courses costing £60.

Download Post Natal Mum & Baby Yoga course booking form:
Word [30K] | PDF [58K]

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BABY MASSAGE & STRETCH COURSES These are short 2 session courses for adult carers & babies up to about 6 months old, although baby massage can continue well into early childhood, once the techniques have been learnt. It is a unique way of communicating with your baby using the sense of touch-to which babies are extremely receptive. It is especially suitable for prems, C section & low birth weight babies & offers the mutual benefits of relaxation and enjoyment to both baby & carer.

Adults find it is another way of getting to know the baby & become more confident in their handling & ability to nurture their child & to feel more relaxed whilst doing it. For the baby all major body systems are stimulated, including circulatory, respiratory, nervous and digestive. Indeed massage tends to improve the appetite. A massage manual & oil are provided. Courses are held in Blackheath. Bernadette is also able to offer bespoke classes for individuals or groups.

BABY MASSAGE COURSE DATES & VENUE: Mycenae Hse, Mycenae Rd, Blackheath SE3:

• Monday 2nd & 9th June 2008 14.30-15.30
• Monday 7th & 14th July 2008 14.30-15.30
• Monday 4th & 11th August 2008 14.30-15.30

Download Baby Massage course booking form:
Word [30K] | PDF [83K]

For others taking place please email Bernadette: bking@bernadette52.freeserve.co.uk

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