Instructor: Ms Rita Chen

Time for the classes: Thursdays : Post-Natal Yoga (7.00pm - 8.30pm)
                                                 Pre-Natal Yoga  (8.30pm - 9.30pm)

                               Sundays    : Post-Natal Yoga (10.00am - 11.30pm)
                                                 Pre-Natal Yoga  (11.30am - 12.30pm)

Price: S$180 for 10 sessions (Please call to register before you come).
         S$22 for walk-ins (please call 97988455 before you come).

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QUESTIONS AND ANSWERS

HOW EARLY CAN I START ON PRE-NATAL YOGA ?

Mothers can start from 3 months onwards into their pregnancy if there is no problem with their pregnancy or if it is a healthy pregnancy.

UNTIL HOW LATE CAN I DO PRE-NATAL YOGA ?

Mothers can do until they are due if they are confident with their pregnancy and again if there is no problem with their pregnancy.

WHAT IS PRE-NATAL YOGA

Mothers who are pregnant look most beautiful in certain months that they are expecting and it is time to love herself more especially at this stage and to nurture her body.  But unfortunately with pregnancy comes all the woes of stress, physical and mental exhaustion, difficult temperament, difficulties during the pregnancy and the trauma of childbirth because each delivery is different in every aspect.  The hormonal changes and the pregnancy cycles that a woman go through during pregnancy are tremendous especially during the 3rd trimester.  This is where the experience of yoga comes into play.  It is the preparation for a pregnant mother to prepare herself in body and in mind and to be strong for her upcoming delivery.  The fetus becomes aware of this as well with the reduced stress from the mother.  Connect with your body and baby during this period of time and mothers will perceive a fresh sense of well being.  If this pratice of ancient knowledge is maintained with regularity, a state of health will be experienced and enjoyed for all mothers to be.

WHO CAN ATTEND PRE-NATAL YOGA

It is open to all pregnant mothers who are healthy during the second and third trimesters i.e. from the third month of their pregnancy and can enjoy it unto their delivery if they are still fit to practice.  Mothers who do not have experience doing yoga before are not to worry as it is not necessary to have experience and complete beginners are always welcome.  Anyway the Instructor Ms. Rita is a very patient instructor.

PROBLEMS THAT CAN ARISE DURING PRE-NATAL CLASSES

If you ever experience any of the following symptoms while performing the yoga exercise, stop immediately and notify your gynecologists or your doctor for that reason:

1. Onset of pain anywhere in your body
2. Vaginal bleeding or heavy discharge
3. Dizziness or faintness
4. Increased and pronounced shortness of breath
5. Rapid heart beat (Heart rate not exceeding 140 beats per minute)
6. Any other type of discomfort

CONTRA-INDICATIONS

Any pregnant women with any of the following conditions as stated below should not exercise without their doctor's permission or written consent:

1. High blood pressure
2. Heart Disease
3. Pregnancy induced hypertention
4. Pregnancy induced Diabetes
5. Early contractions, or with such history
6. Vaginal bleeding
7. Premature rupture of membranes
8. Low placenta
9. Order given by Doctor for bed rest


BENEFITS OF PRE-NATAL YOGA

1.   Yoga can be an ideal way to stay in shape during pregnancy
2.   This practice enhances your muscles and keeps it tone.  Gives better strength, stamina, energy and mental focus during 
      pregnancy.
3.   Improves your balance
4.   Boost energy and reduces fatigue
5.   Reduce physical and emotional tension and stress caused by work hazard
6.   Helps with blood circulation
7.   Minimal impact on your joints
8.   Meeting or socializing with other pregnant mothers who can be of great support for one another
9.   Keeps motivation up to continue exercising
10. Gives emotional boost.  Lifts your spirit and balances your mood.
11. Look and feel your best during your pregnancy
12. Improves posture, stability and balance
13. Relieve pregnancy discomforts such as backache, digestive problems, constipation, bloating, dvt, swelling etc.
14. Create optimal health and awareness
15. Keeps you healthy throughout pregnancy
16. Keeps you calm and relaxed with better temperaments
17. Promotes better sleep
18. Increased sense of control and self-confidence
19. Gives you pampering time for yourself
20. Regular exercise during pregnancy provides better ability to cope with the rigors of labor.
21. Builds self-confidence
22. Lower cholesterol and high blood pressure
23. Alleviate symptoms of diabetes and asthma
24. Helps keep the central nervous system calm
25. A closer relationship is created between body and mind

 DO I HAVE TO PURCHASE YOGA MATS

Golden Wellness Therapeutic Pte Ltd will provide for the yoga mats and will sterilize the mats each time after classes in order for good hygiene practices so there is really no need to bring your own.  Anyway if you intend to bring your own mat you are welcome to do so.

DO I HAVE TO BUY YOGA OUTFITS

You can use yoga outfit for pregnancy if you have one but if not, any loose fitting but comfortable garment is fine.