Prenatal & Postnatal Wellness Programs
Empowering Mothers Through Yoga and Mindfulness
Motherhood is a profound journey of joy, growth, and transformation, but it also comes with unique challenges that can often feel invisible. Transitioning into motherhood is not only about welcoming a new life but also about navigating physical, mental, and emotional shifts.
Prenatal and postnatal yoga and mindfulness go far beyond building strength, stamina, and flexibility. These practices offer vital support for a mother's emotional, mental, and social well-being during this life-changing time.
Research-Backed Benefits
• Physical Relief: Reduces pregnancy discomforts such as headaches, nausea, back pain, and sleep disturbances while enhancing immune function.
• Healthier Outcomes: Lowers the risk of prenatal complications such as preterm labor, labor induction, and cesarean sections while supporting shorter labor stages and less pain.
• Emotional Wellness: Decreases stress, improves relationships, and boosts quality of life during and after pregnancy.
• Postnatal Recovery: Eases depressive symptoms and enhances psychological well-being and life satisfaction.
Program Information
Offered how often: two times a year
Length of Programs: eight weeks long
Where is it offered: online via Zoom every week and in-person at various locations across three counties
Sublette County Library- Pinedale, 1st Tuesday of the month
Teton County Library- Jackson, 2nd Tuesday of the month
Lincoln County Library- Alpine,
3rd Tuesday of the month
Partner Sponsored Support
We couldn't offer this course at a low cost without support from all three of the counties we serve. Thank you to the...
Maternal Support Program
Sublette County offers a peer support program from moms monthly in Pinedale and Big Piney. Visit Mothers Together to learn more.
Our Program Design
Our 8-week programs, tailored for the prenatal and postnatal stages, combine the latest research with mindfulness techniques to meet mothers' unique needs.
Key Focus Areas
• Stress Reduction: Breathing techniques and mindful movement activate the parasympathetic nervous system, easing stress.
• Physical Comfort: Gentle postures to alleviate pregnancy and postpartum discomfort.
• Endurance and Resilience: Meditative practices to build mental and physical strength for labor and beyond.
Our mission is to empower mothers to prioritize their well-being, ensuring they thrive alongside their babies.
When to start
Prenatal: Anytime trimester that you feel ready.
Postnatal: Typically six weeks after vaginal delivery or eight weeks after cesarean.
You know your body best. Talk with your health care provider if you're unsure.
Costs
We have worked with partners to reduce the class rate to $10/class. To sign up, please visit our Events Page.