Prenatal Movement
Redefined
Virtual Prenatal Yoga & Pregnancy Q+A with Adelaide Meadow
Pregnancy pain and discomfort is normalized, but it’s not how it has to be.
From nagging low back pain to SI joint or hip pain, the aches of pregnancy are often dismissed as unavoidable, leaving women feeling resigned to discomfort.
“It is what it is” simply ain’t it.
If you…
- crave supportive movement that you can come back to again and again
- don't know how to adapt your movement practice to your pregnancy
- know that pregnancy doesn't mean your body is broken, but everyone acts like using your pregnant body is risky
- want guided movement that focuses on your physiology, not just your fitness
- believe your aches and pains are call for support, not “normal” symptoms to dismiss
- are tired of prenatal programs centered around minimizing weight gain
- want to prepare your body for your best birth
The truth is: most standard prenatal yoga classes are not actually designed for what pregnant women need.
Modifying regular yoga classes to ensure the belly doesn’t compress isn’t enough! And many classes often include frequent deep squatting and forward folding, which are ultimately not supportive for a strong and stable pregnant body.
Pregnant women deserve movement flows that support the unique physiology of pregnancy and thoughtfully prepare the body for the biomechanics of birth.
"Adelaide’s yoga class was the best prenatal care of my entire pregnancy."
- Celia, homebirth midwife
After years of attending births, teaching yoga, and supporting hundreds of mothers in Born Through Movement, it has never been more clear: there is a gap in physiological prenatal movement knowledge.
But pregnancy isn’t about gaining knowledge, it's about gaining felt sense in the body.
Which is why in these live classes, you will get the chance to be accurately cued for your body, ask questions, and receive answers that honor the nuance of your individual body, so you can better understand and feel the biological reality of your pregnancy.
"Adelaide's prenatal sessions were the highlight of my week throughout my pregnancy. From 14 to 36 weeks, Adelaide helped with all my ailments through her extensive knowledge of the pregnant body. I learned more about my body from her than from any of my doctors!"
- Darby
Who is this for?
What stage of my pregnancy do I need to be to join?
You are welcome to join at any stage of pregnancy! All trimesters are welcome. If you are nearing your due date, feel free to sign up for class one week at a time. While, the focus will be on the pregnant women, you are also welcome to join if you are in your preconception phase.
Are you a yoga teacher or someone who supports pregnant women?
You’re welcome, too! It is such a gift to be able to witness and be in the presence of women growing babies. You will learn how to support pregnant women in your classes and your own communities through participating in this series. While focus will be on the pregnant women during our shares, you are still more than welcome to join us. If you want to share this class with your clients or to women in your community, you can sign up here to be an affiliate.
Not pregnant, but want to join in?
If you are in the preconception phase of life, yes, we would love to have you, too! What is supportive for growing a baby is supportive for preparing to grow a baby. If you are newly postpartum, check out Movement for the First Forty Days instead. If you are learning how to move in your postpartum body, my True Core Health program is for you.
Class Details
90 minutes classes from 12:00 to 1:30 pm ET
Every Thursday, July 17th - August 7th
Class Flow:
Guided Movement Practice (45-60 min):
- Supportive actions for spaciousness and stability in birth
- Repeatable movement sequences that you can practice throughout your pregnancy
- Pain resolution movement sequences to utilize when specific pregnancy-related discomforts arise
Q+A (15-30 min):
- Bring any and all pregnancy, movement, and body questions
- get individualized support for the reality of YOUR body
Meet Your Instructor:
Adelaide Meadow
Adelaide is a physiologist, yoga teacher, bodyworker, and homebirth attendant who is passionate about the radical feminist reclamation of the body. Her genius is her ability to read the female body- specifically, women's sacred posture and the magic of the female pelvis.
She is passionate about liberating movement practices from biologically inaccurate and harmful bodily teachings that are grounded in male physiology, and rebirthing female movement practices. She is a sought-after teacher, leader, and speaker on women's health and women's culture, as well as the author and illustrator of a children's book about undisturbed birth.
“When I gave birth, I felt so in tune with my body. I had a thorough understanding of how my anatomy and my movements in labor were bringing my baby forth. Thank you Adelaide.”
- Hannah Grace, mother of 2
"Attending Adelaide's prenatal yoga class was the absolute highlight of my experience in moving from Maiden to Mother. I spent so much time learning and preparing for my birth, but these yoga classes gave me the opportunity to truly connect with my baby and feel into the capacity in which my body was able to hold. My first birth was rhythmic and easeful. I whole heartedly attribute that ease to Adelaide's movement classes."
- Karissa, mother of 3
Frequently Asked Questions
Can I join if I'm not pregnant?
Do I need to be planning a certain type of birth?
What kind of equipment do I need?
What if I can’t make a class live? Will I be behind?
Are there any refunds?
Have another question?
Should you have any additional questions, our team is ready to assist.
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