Exercise and stretching during pregnancy maintains the strength and mobility that that your body needs for a rapidly changing posture and body shape. It can help a lot with the common musculo-skeletal aches and pains as well as preparing your body for the birth. After the birth you will recover more quickly and be able to get your body back into shape.

The exercises shown on this web site are designed to be used as gentle strengthening and mobilising exercises suitable in most healthy pregnancies. If you suffer from any illnesses, have a specialist managed pregnancy or previous injuries, you need to seek the advice of your GP, personal trainer, Osteopath etc. before undertaking any new exercise.

There are many forms of exercise available - if you have any special needs consider visiting an Osteopath for a set of exercises specifically designed for you. There are also many good anti-natal Pilates classes you can attend.

Use your common sense - if anything feels uncomfortable, painful or makes you feel dizzy stop immediately. 'No pain, no gain' is not appropriate in pregnancy!

Set your own pace and number of repetitions depending on your fitness and stage of pregnancy.

The exercises shown are adapted from Pilates & Yoga and are designed to be done in a relaxed fashion with slow, controlled movements.
Breathing is important - try to breath out on the effort as this helps you relax into the movement.

Mum & Baby at Home cannot accept responsibility for any injuries sustained whilst exercising