Antenatal
The ideal time to commence these programmes is from around 12 weeks of your pregnancy. This will allow you to gain the most benefits. However it is possible to start the programme into your third trimester.
This is a 4-week educational exercise programme designed specifically for pregnancy and the challenges it can bring. The programme focuses on understanding the changes your body goes through, the importance of posture, safe and effective exercises in pregnancy and abdominal and pelvic floor muscle exercises.
You also learn how to physically prepare yourself for labour and learn the invaluable skill of relaxation.
Instructors can run these programmes on a one to one basis or in groups of up to 8.
Each antenatal session lasts for 1 hour. Each session covers a short topic of discussion including the pelvic floor, safe exercise during pregnancy and physical preparation for labour, followed by gym ball and mat based exercises. You are also taught effective stretches to reduce joint and muscle stiffness. This is more than just a prenatal exercise class!
The exercises are designed specifically to support your changing body, with a special focus on your spine, abdomen and pelvic floor. Aiming to make you feel better, reduce back and pelvic pain during pregnancy and aid a quicker recovery after the birth of your baby. We will supply you exercises cards and information booklet so you can continue your exercises at home or at the gym and an optional gym ball.
Benefits of the programme:
- - Reduced pelvic and back pain
- - Reduced incidence of stress incontinence
- - Stronger core
- - Improved posture
- - Meet other pregnant women and share pregnancy experiences
Because our antenatal classes are run by Chartered Physiotherapists, programme costs may be covered by Medical Cash Plans such as Simply Health and Healthsure and certain Private Medical Insurance Policies. Check your policy for more details. You may need a referral from your GP. Your FitBack & Bumps Instructor can provide you with receipts to claim costs back. Costs of the programmes may vary depending on your location and whether you attend one to one sessions or a class setting.
All our Physiotherapist instructors have attended specialised training to become part of the team. You are paying for the knowledge you`re in safe hands during this crucial time!
