Pregnancy fitness/exercise/water aerobics/calmbirth/hypnobirth classes in S.E Melb.

[HeathiePie]

I haven't done it, but Inspire Physiotherapy in Beaconsfield does Pilates for pregnancy.

[gypsy79]

I've done the Inspire classes that HeathiePie mentioned. There are 2 types of classes - one straight pilates, and one cross training type thing, which combines low impact aerobics with pilates. I did both classes and found them both good. Oh, and because it's run by a physio, you can claim it on your health insurance.

[HeathiePie]

Has anyone come across a local calm birth or hypnobirth class? I had an emergency cesarean last time after going to 8cm dilation due to foetal distress and am pregnant with my second now. Not that I think it contributed, but in retrospect I realise that I didn't really breath when I had a contraction and can't help thinking that I may feel more in control this time if I have some sort of strategy for getting through each contraction rather than just curling my toes up . I'm really hoping for a successful VBAC this time.

[Loula]

I also did a calmbirth class with a MW from Monask who takes the classes in Seaford!

[melbel]

I did a fantastic calmbirth class with the same midwife as Loula.....she is on the web under Lotus Calmbirth....her name is Lainey and she is awesome

[HeathiePie]

Thanks for that info, I was wondering if you could let me know what the cost was. I'd love to do it but may need to go a different route if we can't afford it.

[melbel]

It was $380 for the two day weekend. Included the books and dvds as well in that cost.

[Babyluv]

Has anyone come across a local calm birth or hypnobirth class? I had an emergency cesarean last time after going to 8cm dilation due to foetal distress and am pregnant with my second now. Not that I think it contributed, but in retrospect I realise that I didn't really breath when I had a contraction and can't help thinking that I may feel more in control this time if I have some sort of strategy for getting through each contraction rather than just curling my toes up . I'm really hoping for a successful VBAC this time.

HeathiePie read Birth Skills by Juju Sundin, I just finished it & feel much more prepared.
It teaches you about your bodies natural pain relieving hormones, how to utilise them through breathing and movement etc. It's a really good read

[HeathiePie]

Thanks for your help everyone. Melbel thanks, I think $380 is pretty reasonable for a whole weekend for a couple and then the resources on top of that. I had thought about getting a doula but the midwives were so fantastic where I was that I think this is a much better use of the money.

Babyluv thanks for the suggestion of the book - and sorry for hijacking your discussion!