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"The In Bloom Pregnancy Massage Package helped me to commit to some really valuable ‘me’ time (which I appreciate all the more, having now had my baby!), and it was fantastic to just stop and relax completely for that hour at each visit. I found that at different stages of my pregnancy, the massage helped in different ways – the earlier sessions were more about relieving general stress and tiredness, but later on, it was good to focus on particular trouble spots such as lower back pain. Plus the stretches and exercises that you suggested helped to prolong the benefits of the massage once I got home. I’ve recommended it to loads of people, and had a lot of people recommend it to me. Oh, and the pack of aromatherapy goodies was fantastic too…" Melanie Kozak - mum of Thea 8 weeks "The beautiful one-hour post natal massage I had from Jo a week after Noah was born really helped during that tough first couple of weeks. Jo not only has magic hands, she has a wonderfully calming presence, and the massage left me feeling far better, both physically and emotionally. See you again soon!" Kylie Smith - Mum of baby Noah. Hi Sam, I just wanted to write and reiterate what an AMAZING experience my massage yesterday was. I am still on cloud 9 and honestly wish I could now afford to have a massage a week. Your down to earth & friendly personality combined with your magic hands made my birthday treat a very special one. I have raved to everyone I know about how amazing it was and I can't wait to be spoilt again... dropping hints left, right and centre! Wishing you a fabulous Christmas and hope to see you again soon. Best wishes & many thanks. Vanessa Rehm |
Yoga Classes, Retreats and WorkshopsCheck this page regularly or become our fan on Facebook for news on upcoming workshops, classes and events.Massage in Pregnancy & Birth Workshop l Birth Works Ante Natal Class l One Day Pregnancy Retreat l One Day Mums Retreat l Birth Dance Workshop l Yoga, Bellydance & Chocolate Workshop l Yoga for Pregnancy l Yoga for Mums & Babies lMassage in Pregnancy and Birth Workshop. A fun, practical workshop for women and their birth partners, teaching them the techniques and benefits of massage during pregnancy and in the birth room. During this workshop you will learn .... Why massage is an essential & much appreciated way to care for a pregnant woman & her baby. The 10 most effective and blissful massage strokes to soothe and relax her during pregnancy and labour. 5 important skills that a birth partner can use to play an active and supportive role in the birth process How different massage techniques, positions and breathing can be used during labour to ease discomfort and increase relaxation. What Others Say ...."Also a note on the Massage Workshop, I confess I brought a somewhat less than obliging fiancée who balked at giving up his Saturday afternoon to humour me and our unborn child. But drove home with a total convert who has been recommending it to all our mates whether they be pregnant or not!" Karen O
"If there is one piece of advice I can give - its that all partners should attend Jo's massage course. Rickie was awesome with his massage and it really, really helped." Michelle S.
"Thanks so much for the course on Saturday… Jared & I found it SO helpful and informative, we learnt so much more than we have at our antenatal classes! We both feel so much more confident going into the birth now. And yesterday Jared gave me a wonderful foot rub, for the first time in our 8 years together! It was worth coming for that alone!! I’ve been raving about it to pregnant friends & their hubbies so I'm sure you’ll get some more bookings. Thanks again." Sarah & Jared Places are limited so book now to avoid disappointment!
 The ancient and feminine art of belly dance has been used for centuries by women to condition and prepare their bodies for pregnancy and childbirth. When combined with yoga, the gentle and fluid exercises are an excellent way to improve flexibility and strength, ease tension and learn how to intuitively move and breathe during labour – and most of all its lots of fun! During this class you will learn simple belly dance techniques including hip circles, figure 8's and undulations - all specifically designed to tone and strengthen the pregnant body as well as gentle yoga stretches to ease tension and increase relaxation. No previous Belly Dance or Yoga experience necessary. The belly dance class was fantastic very relaxing, beautiful and yet effective. It's a spiritual mix of yoga, gentle dancing and meditation. Ive absolutely enjoyed every minute of it. The class made me feel so feminine and happy about myself and my body, which is not always easy these days! The beauty of the class is that you don't have to be a dance star, you just let yourself go with a flow and enjoy the music.. And I strongly believe that happy Mum makes a happy baby :) Anastaysia - 28 weeks.
Yoga, Bellydance & Chocolate - a deliciously decadent workshop! Take time out from your busy week to stretch, savour and undulate. This workshop encompasses all of the good things in life including deeply relaxing yoga poses to wring out tension from the body and mind, simple and fun belly dance techniques to celebrate and strengthen our womanly curves as well as a meditation on that most sacred of substances – dark chocolate.No previous yoga or belly dance experience necessary, although an appreciation of all things chocolate helpful. Please bring a friend, a smile, a pretty scarf or belt to wrap around the hips. (bare bellies are entirely optional! Yoga, Bellydance & Chocolate? I'm neither a yogi nor a dancer but was intrigued by the combination. Being a novice I was a little nervous, and when the day came and I had a pounding hangover from a 40th the night before I was having second thoughts. But Jo is an amazingly welcoming and experienced teacher who creates an environment of warmth, fun and celebration of womanhood. A wonderful, energising, restorative experience, and highly recommended as a hangover cure! I can't wait for the next one! Liz HS. Date to be confirmed - 2pm to 4pm @ The Albany Yoga Room.Cost $35To book - phone Jo on 486 1121 orTutor : Jo Hogan. Jo has been teaching yoga for nine years and more recently enjoying the fusion of her practice with tribal fusion style belly dance. Her love affair with chocolate goes back even further. NB: As this workshop is a little bit more dynamic it is not suitable for pregnancy - instead pregnant women are invited to attend the preceding 'Birthdance' workshop (which also contains chocolate!). Yoga for Pregnancy
Mum & Baby Yoga Course
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