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Myth: “You Need to Be Flexible to Do Pregnancy Yoga”
This is one of the most common things I hear from pregnant mums before they join my pregnancy yoga classes: “I’m not flexible enough for yoga.” Let me kindly contradict this, you do not need to be flexible to practice pregnancy yoga . Not even a little bit. Pregnancy Yoga Is NOT About Touching Your Toes Pregnancy yoga isn’t about fancy poses, bendy bodies, or pushing yourself into shapes. It’s about supporting your changing body, your nervous system, and your baby. Pregnancy

Mariella
Jan 122 min read


Embracing the New Year: Mindful Tips for Pregnant and New Mums to Honor Their Journey
The start of a new year often brings pressure to set goals, bounce back, and “get back to normal.” For pregnant women and new mums, this pressure can feel overwhelming. Instead of rushing to meet expectations, it’s important to focus on loving your body and its changes while honoring the recovery process. This post offers practical tips to help pregnant and postpartum mums embrace the New Year with kindness, mindfulness, and gentle care. Breathe and Relax Understand the Pre

Mariella
Jan 33 min read


Reflecting on the Year and Honouring Your Own Journey
As the year comes to a close, I have a tradition, to take time reflecting on the year just passed and write a letter to my future self, and read my own letter from the past year. This is my time to reflect. To notice what has changed. To be present. And this is my invitation to you. If you’re pregnant or a new mum, this reflection can feel especially tender. Your body, your identity, your priorities, everything may look and feel different from this time last year. This is a

Mariella
Dec 29, 20252 min read


Embracing Self-Care and Love During Pregnancy and Postpartum This Christmas
Christmas often brings joy and warmth, but it can also create pressure, especially when you are pregnant or recently had a baby. The festive season tends to come with many expectations: attending gatherings, hosting events, traveling, shopping, and keeping up appearances. When pregnancy hormones, exhaustion, recovery, or sleepless nights are added to the mix, the season can quickly feel overwhelming. This Christmas, self-care means something different. It is not about doing m

Mariella
Dec 18, 20253 min read


The fourth Trimester: What I Wish Every Mum Knew
You’ve heard of the three trimesters. But what about the fourth ? The fourth trimester — those first 12 weeks after birth — is a time of...

Mariella
Jun 22, 20253 min read


Your Pelvic Floor: Support for Pregnancy, Birth & Beyond
We don’t often talk about the pelvic floor until something feels off—but during pregnancy and the postnatal period, it deserves our...

Mariella
Jun 18, 20252 min read


Why the Body Feels So Stiff After Birth—and What Can Help in your Fourth trimester
After the incredible effort of giving birth, many new mothers are surprised by how stiff and tight their bodies can feel during your...

Mariella
Jun 15, 20252 min read


Preparing for the Fourth Trimester: Why Planning Ahead Matters for your Postnatal Transition
We spend so much time preparing for birth—packing hospital bags, writing birth preferences, choosing car seats—but what about the days...

Mariella
Jun 10, 20252 min read


Why Postnatal Yoga Is More Than Just Exercise
The early weeks and months after birth are a whirlwind of emotions, physical changes, and new beginnings. It's a time of healing,...

Mariella
Apr 21, 20252 min read


Self-Care Rituals for Each Trimester: Nurture Yourself Through Pregnancy
Pregnancy is a sacred time of transformation—physically, emotionally, and spiritually. As your body works hard to grow new life, it's so...

Mariella
Apr 14, 20252 min read


Better Sleep During Pregnancy: How Yoga Can Help You Rest Well
Getting a good night's sleep during pregnancy can feel like an impossible dream—especially as you get closer to the end of your...

Mariella
Apr 6, 20252 min read


The Magic of Mobility in Pregnancy: Move Freely, Birth with Ease
Pregnancy is a time of incredible change, and as your body adapts, staying mobile can make all the difference. While rest is important,...

Mariella
Mar 9, 20252 min read
The Power of Mindset: Building Mental Strength for Labour
Labour is as much a mental journey as it is a physical one. When we talk about preparing for birth, we often focus on breathing techniques, positions, and pain relief options. But what about the power of the mind? Your mindset can shape your entire birthing experience. If you enter labour feeling fearful and tense, your body responds by tightening up, making contractions feel more intense. On the other hand, if you approach birth with trust, confidence, and calm, your body is

Mariella
Feb 23, 20252 min read
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