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Pre/Postnatal Exercise and Yoga

We all know that keeping our bodies in good working condition requires working out or otherwise being active. We have a very sedentary culture. There are many ways we can get in shape for labor and birth and stay in shape afterward. Prenatal exercise and postnatal exercise are an important part of staying well. Many classes allow you to take baby with you so you can start instilling the importance of being fit at an early age.

The breath work and stretching of yoga will benefit both you and your baby. It helps by bringing you into balance as well as being a form of self care. It is a wonderful way to connect with other mothers. Appreciate your body and baby by preparing for birth with yoga. Recovering from birth or taking a mother and baby class are also great options.

See alphabetical listings below. Please contact the practitioner directly to schedule an appointment or if you have any questions. Be sure to let them know BirthLink sent you!

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- FatherBirth by John B Franklin Phd and Cher Martin Franklin Phd

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Practitioner Spotlight

At Sweet Pea's Studio, my intention is to create a safe space for self care and discovery within a supportive community. My Yoga classes are gentle in nature, with plenty of opportunity to expand on previous experience, or to discover Yoga for the first time.

Our focus is on Prenatal, Baby and Me and Hatha Yoga classes, Childbirth Prep classes, Infant Massage and Children's classes.

See below for more details.

  • Jennifer Barron Fishman LCT

    Sweet Pea’s Studio
    Chicago, IL
    773-248-Yoga (9642)
    sweetpeasstudio.com/
    Area Served: Chicago & Suburbs

    Prenatal massage, infant massage, prenatal yoga, Baby & Me Yoga, Bouncing Back from Baby program. Jenny has had birth doula training. Massage therapist since 1991, and yoga instructor since 1996. Kriya Yoga Temple, member ABMP, and ICEA. ICEA Certified Childbirth Educator.

  • Bloom Yoga Studio

    Chicago, IL
    773-463-YOGA (9642)
    www.bloomyogastudio.com/
    Area Served: Chicago & Suburbs

    Bloom specializes in supporting women and families during the childbearing year. With daily Prenatal Yoga classes, Prenatal and Postpartum Massage, as well as Mom & Baby Yoga (….and beyond – all the way up to yoga for toddlers, preschoolers, and big kids!), our sunny, spacious, welcoming studio in Lincoln Square is the place to for families to get happy and healthy.

  • Lauren M Keller DC DABCA

    Elemental Chiropractic Inc
    Addison, IL
    331-307-7110
    birthfit.com drlaurenkeller.com
    Area Served: Chicago’s West Suburbs

    Chiropractic physician, Acupuncture Diplomate, BIRTHFIT Regional Director offering treatment of pregnant women, postpartum care and children/families. Services include Webster Technique, McKenzie therapy, rehab, functional training, acupuncture, nutrition and massage.

  • Wild Onion Yoga

    Cheryl Henley
    Evanston, IL
    847-869-0250
    wildonionyoga.com
    Area Served: Chicago’s North Suburbs

    Long time Iyengar trained instructor offering classes including prenatal yoga. I welcome Pregnant/Postpartum or Peri-Menopause or Menopausal Women. Classes are held in Rogers Park and south Evanston. Call or e-mail us for more information or to register. Visit our website too.