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PreNatal Yoga PostNatal Yoga 2 Pack with Shiva Rea

PreNatal: The best thing about this prenatal yoga dvd is that there is a model for each trimester. Instructor Shiva Rea demonstrates each of the stretches and exercises for the first trimester, and two pregnant women show modifications for the second and third trimesters (they’re even dressed in different colors for easy reference). This removes the self-doubt home-exercisers often have about the safety of certain moves–especially in that cumbersome final stage of pregnancy. Using gentle voice-over instruction, Shea and her assistants take viewers through a half hour of meditational stretches using blocks and chairs for support. She follows that up with 16 minutes of floor work: lunge pose, bridge pose, child’s pose, plank pose–all with the necessary adjustments. She winds things up with a four-minute guided relaxation on her back–the traditional position–with the second-trimester woman on her side and the third on her side with one leg up on a chair. By including the different adaptations, Shea has made a tape with the flexibility to carry an expectant mom through her entire pregnancy–and beyond, if she wishes.
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PostNatal: Post-pregnancy is a most important time for a woman to regain her physical strength and stamina, and POSTNATAL YOGA is a perfect way to get back in shape. This gentle program focuses on moves and exercises that help alleviate the stress incurred by giving birth.

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Prenatal Sun Salute An Energizing Yoga Practice for a Healthy Mother and Baby

Sun Salute is the classic invigorating yoga routine for greeting the day. Our prenatal version offers the same energizing benefits while showing you how to modify the sequence for your changing body. Best of all, if you don’t have time for a long practice, you’ll find it’s the most effective and efficient way to completely change your state in as little as 5 minutes. Three tracks offer three practice choices: BASIC INSTRUCTION teaches the routine in just 20 minutes. FLOWING VERSION moves through the sequence one movement per breath and takes 5 minutes. HOLDING VERSION lets you stay in each pose longer to work it deeper or take it slower. Program ends with a guided relaxation. Want more yoga? Check out our companion DVD “Prenatal Yoga: A Complete Home Practice.”

User Ratings and Reviews

5 Stars Not Just For Pregnant Women
The beautifully produced DVD provides pregnant women a way to continue to practice yoga as their bodies change to accommodate the new life within them. The set is aesthetically pleasing, the voice over is instructional and soothing, and the props used make the postures safe for both mother and child. An unexpected advantage to this product is that, having shown it to my mom, she now practices yoga! The use of props serves to modify the postures in a way that makes seniors able to practice yoga with comfort and ease so that they too, can experience the benefits of a yoga practice.

An inspired product.

5 Stars Well-done adaptation of a yoga favorite!
I have been searching high and low for something like this! I wanted a program that was:

1. Geared for pregnancy

2. Based on the sun salutation

3. Not too long

4. Had pleasant production values

This one fits the bill. The video is done entirely by a woman who looks to be in her 7-8th month of pregnancy. She does not speak, but the voice-over is done by the lady who also does the introduction to the program at the beginning of the DVD. Her voice is neutral and pleasant, without being monotone or boring. The set is attractive, decorated in a warm cranberry color that matches the exerciser’s leotard. The music is unobtrusive and pleasant as well.

I’m 42, pregnant with my 6th child and I very much appreciate the modifications in this DVD. Even with the modifications though, I feel a lot of energy and release of tension using this routine. I viewed the 20 minute “teaching” routine first. It could certainly be used daily if you wanted a longer salute with more repetitions, but I really like the 10-minute “flowing” version. It’s just long enough to give me a lift first thing in the morning, but not so long that I am tempted to skip it because I do not have time or am not feeling the best. There is also a 5 minute version of the routine, but I have not done that one because I really am enjoying the 10 minute version so much.

With this pregnancy, I find myself having to take my exercise in smaller chunks and this is a great first step each day. Perhaps if a woman was younger and a more experienced with this type of exercise, she might not find it challenging enough, but I’m not sure.

Incidentally, the instruction on this DVD does not use any Sanskrit words or any very mystical verbage that makes some of us uncomfortable, if we are not of that spiritual persuasion. I really appreciate that. They have a motto on the video at the beginning, something like “movement for everyone” and it really seems like they have tried to do that. Highly recommended!

5 Stars Perfect, in more ways than one!
I bought the Prenatal Sun Salute DVD for a friend, but decided to check it out before I wrapped the gift. After only a week of trying this wonderful program, my back and shoulders are more flexible! The “holding version” only lasts 10 minutes, and it is easy to find the time. A beautiful, soothing way to start the day! So yes, I highly recommend this DVD. If you are a grandmother-to-be, get an extra copy for yourself!

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Prenatal Yoga A Complete Home Practice for a Healthy Mother and Baby

Selected by Fit Pregnancy magazine as a 2006 Editors Pick, this program has three yoga routines and three guided relaxations to help you be more comfortable now and prepare you for childbirth. The routines can be done separately or linked together for longer practice sessions. Equal emphasis is given to movement, breath, and relaxation. OPEN: seated and kneeling poses to connect your body, mind and breath. Breathing lesson — full flowing breath. (25 min.) FOCUS: standing and seated poses to energize and build strength. Breathing lesson — deep ‘ocean’ breath. (35 min.) SURRENDER: floor poses to help you relax and release. Breathing lesson — space between breaths. (20 min.) Use the 10-minute guided relaxations to end your practice, or do them on their own for a restful break in your day. FLOWER, FEATHER and CLOCK appeal to different senses to help you relax, release tension, connect more deeply with your baby, and replenish your energy. “As the former editor of a yoga magazine, I’ve seen a lot of yoga videos. This is one of the best — pregnant or not. It’s clear and concise, and the relaxations at the end are fantastic for overwhelmed moms-to-be.” Hillari Dowdle. [See also our companion DVD "Prenatal Sun Salute: An Energizing Yoga Practice" and CD "Deep Relaxations for Pregnancy."]

User Ratings and Reviews

5 Stars Good pick for pregnant women.
I have been using yoga videos for 6 years. Now that I am late in my second trimester of pregnancy I have found some of the traditional yoga poses are becoming difficult and uncomfortable. Prenatal Yoga seems to be more gentle and appropriate for the pregnant body, while still providing opportunity for muscle tone. I have also liked how there are three routines that each last between 23 and 32 minutes, so one session is a perfect length for me to fit into my morning schedule. I have not tried any of the breathing relaxation exercises, but imagine that this woudl be useful preparation for childbirth.

2 Stars Prenatal Yoga for beginners
This DVD is good for pregnant women who have never done yoga before and are also in bad shape. If you have experience in Yoga or if you used to excercise regulary before your pregnancy, this DVD is not for you.

3 Stars Ok Yoga Video
I ordered this DVD when I was at the end of my second/entering my 3rd tri-mester. I tried the 3rd session, which is recommended for the 3rd trimester and I found one of the positions very uncomfortable and not able to do it. I am not overly big, and I have only gain 24 1/2 pounds, and I am on my 35th week, however, I found this one particular position unobtainable. Besides this I would suggest for viewers to have a soft floor to lay on and lots of room to move around.

5 Stars My friend loved it!
I got this for my friend who is pregnant and was bummed out when her Yoga class got cancled. She really seems to enjoy it and has used it quite a bit! From all I can tell she loves it and was super happy to get it!

5 Stars Great Preparation for Labor
I am so glad I bought this DVD, it has everything I wanted plus some stuff I didn’t know I’d want. Before I bought it I used only Shiva Rea’s yoga DVD almost every day for a few months and I needed variety. It has done a lot to lessen my hip pain (which was making it nearly impossible to move around before I started) and done a lot to help me relax and deal with anxiety problems and practice relaxations I will use in childbirth.

Pros

- It does a fabulous job of training you to move with your breath, which is what yoga is all about and is a great preparation for labor.

- The exercises are challenging but not too hard.

- The exercises really focus on positions that will help you during labor.

- There are three stand alone routines of about 20-30 minutes each so you can do just one a day or do a few in a row if you want a longer workout. After four or five months of doing the exact same workout every day this is a huge bonus.

- There are special features so you can choose to listen to just the music or just the instructions once you’re familiar with the exercises.

- The way they put it together is very relaxing.

- It also contains three separate guided relaxations so that you can rotate around and do different ones on different days.

- This DVD was put together by a yoga center instead of an individual yoga teacher and as a result I think the routines are better and the DVD overall has a lot more to it.

Cons

- The exercises may not be challenging enough earlier in your pregnancy if you already have been doing a lot of yoga. I didn’t get this until my 3rd trimester and it was great then because it’s so hard to move around when you’re so big, but it might be too easy if you do it in the beginning. Even if this is too easy for you at first, I still highly recommend you give it a try in your 3rd trimester.

- If you’re not into the more spiritual side of yoga the quiet relaxations and things that are so great about this DVD may not appeal to you.

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The New Method Baby and Mom Prenatal Yoga

Relaxing, strengthening, and allowing oneself to feel rather than think have long been associated with ancient yoga practice. Instructor Gurmukh Kaur Khalsa expertly ties this essential combination of physical experiences together in a gentle exercise video for pregnant women of all fitness levels. Prior to the 45-minute routine, Gurmukh Kaur Khalsa discusses the role of yoga in helping with pregnancy; the calm and security that develop through guided breathing and gentle movement are transferred from the mother’s body to her growing baby. The nonimpact routine itself provides ample warm-up, toning, and conditioning portions, as well as a deep, head-to-toe relaxation and visualization segment. Ten pregnant students (all pleasantly unrehearsed) stretch, bend, and learn along with the viewer, to the peaceful sounds of a live band consisting of wood flute, bass, quiet drum, and shimmering bells. Every bit as enriching for the soul as it is for the body. –Liane Thomas

User Ratings and Reviews

1 Star Not What I Was Looking For in a Yoga DVD
I have been practicing yoga for over seven years now with a studio, through various classes, and using home DVDs when my schedule is hectic. I did a fair bit of reading about prenatal yoga once I found out we were pregnant, and I knew my body would be very happy to have the yoga continue to help my back and my poor sciatic wonky-hip pain. My yoga studio has a prenatal class, but the schedule does not work with mine so I thought I would get a DVD to supplement until I could make it to classes again.

This was not the right video for me. There was too much discussion, too much commentary, and not enough actual yoga going on for my taste. I did not appreciate this woman attempting to facilitate my relationship with my “bay-bay” (hug your bay-bay, dance with your bay-bay, your bay-bay loves it when you do this move, etc). I have my own special time 24/7 with this beeb in my belly, and I did not get this dvd to inform me of the fact that I’m supposed to hug and love my belly. I needed some quiet time (she never stops talking) with some gentle moves to keep my back happy, my body moving, and my mind at ease. This DVD is currently sitting by the door as I will not use it again.

I’m not sure why I didn’t just go with the Gaiam dvd… it is now on order.

1 Star Creepy
I watched for 10 minutes and I had to stop. They make you chant at the beginning as a part of the workout and it’s really creepy. I was looking for a nice workout, not an introduction to a new religion.

3 Stars A very easy exercise
I was at my 16 weeks when I started to use this DVD. This is my first pregnancy. I enjoy exercising and before I got pregnant, I go to the gym at least once a week. I enjoy challenging lower-body toning exercises, bodycombat (high-cardio) classes, machine-weights to tone my upper body. I have done beginner to intermediate yoga classes and do not have a very flexible body. I now swim twice a week (20 minutes) and exercise to this DVD every other day.

The instructor is not pregnant in this video and looks very “zen-ish” with her head dress (a white turban looking thing). The video starts out with a 10-15 minute clip of her talking about how yoga is good for the mother and the baby.

During the next 5 minutes or so, she instructs the class to sit in an upright cross-legged position, with eyes closed and chant to a language I do not understand. Apparently, it means “I bow to the divine power in myself” or something to that effect. I find this section disturbing and do not like the sound of it at all, so I typically fast forward to the point where the lesson proper begins.

The class has a live band playing at the back of the room. Music is okay. The venue looks rather old-fashioned. However, lighting was okay. You will see some camera man moving behind the flowers and pillars once in a while. The women were dressed in big T-shirts and tights, others in full body suits. They have make-up on, and some look quite pretty and attractive. Nothing fanciful or appealing about the set, in general.

The next 30-minute section has very good exercises to help a pregnant woman stretch and relax her body. Gentle stretches and exercises that are only enough to get my heartbeat up by a little. However, even though the exercises are simple, I feel very good after at the end of it. I feel good to have stretched the thighs, arms, toes, calves, lower and upper back, neck, kegel muscle. All in all, if you are looking for a non-strenuous and gentle stretching exercise to help you to remain flexible and to relief stiff joints and aches, this would be the DVD. One thing to note, the instructor in this video emphasizes a lot on “feeling” the movements in the body and to release all inhibitions.

This is not the DVD if you are looking to tone those hips, butts and thighs and sweat it all out.

The video ends with another session of chanting (which I skip). Apparently, the words are supposed to heal and give you strength or something like that. And after that, we all lie down and close our eyes to relax, as with all yoga classes.

I am still waiting for two DVDs to arrive:

1) The Perfect Pregnancy Workout

2) Shiva Rea Prenatal Yoga

2 Stars Helpful exercises drowned in silliness
I was looking forward to a gentle challenge for my last month of pregnancy when I popped this video into the VCR (It was a hand-me-down tape from a friend). After losing my patience with the turban and muu-muu wearing instructor’s long monologue that opens the tape I fast-forwarded until I saw the typical exercise-video setup.

This was the beginning of the end for me. I resisted completely turning off the tape but couldn’t help laughing as I watched some of the overly-enthusiastic participants writhing around while the instructor croons “Your baaaaby loves to mooooove this waaaay.” It made me feel ridiculous.

The reason I gave it two stars is that there are a few truly useful exercises that can be learned if you can ignore the instructor, participants, and music to get to them. If you’re interested in trying this video, see if you can borrow it from the local library before you spend any money on it.

4 Stars Great for labor prep
Kinda silly looking as I guess it’s “look” is quite outdated now. But this video is wonderful. It’s very gentle and easy but felt great when I was 7 months and beyond during my pregnancy. I feel it’s focus is much more towards preparing and opening a woman’s body for birth rather than a typical yoga workout.

Retrospectively, it was this video and all the yogic philosophy that goes along with it that allowed me to birth naturally.

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Simple Yoga For Pregnancy

The yoga in this video is suitable for pregnant women from the 14th week until the end of pregnancy. The clearly described yoga is demonstrated by pregnant women and is easy to follow if you are new to yoga. The presenters are ERYL HOLT from the BBC’s Fast Show, and MARION SYMES who was a midwife for 12 years and now teaches yoga and birth preparation. Both are qualified yoga teachers and therapists who studied under pregnancy expert, Francoise Barbira Freedman.

User Ratings and Reviews

4 Stars Great DVD!
I’m so glad I got this DVD for my wife. It has helped here in so many ways. I’m not sure what the other reviewer was talking about, but it definitely has been good for her. I’d highly recommend it to anyone on bedrest or not. I’ve bought quite a few DVDs from this company and have been satisfied with everyone. They have really good instructional dvds. Thanks!

5 Stars Great DVD!
I DONT EXERCISE ALL THAT MUCH. just the ocassional walk. but i knew that my labor would be easier if i did. so i thought i’d try this. and i love it! it really stretches and works out my muscles (though it doesnt seem so at the time).also i’m usually a very light sleeper, but after i started using this i noticed i slept better and deeper. i highly recommend “Simple Yoga For Pregnancy” for anyone who, like me, doesnt exercise much or who has never really done yoga.

1 Star A bit too simple!
If you have ever done yoga before, this DVD is not for you. The poses are very simple and will definitely not raise your heart rate. It may be good for those women who are on bedrest.

With the exception of the relaxation portion of the program, there was very little to no background music.

5 Stars gentle yet effective
This is very gentle yoga that anyone can do during the pregnancy. It gives me a better posture, uplifts my mood and relaxes me. You will probably hate it if you like working hard, sweating or having sore muscles the day after. But if you are looking for relief in your pregnant body, you will love it.

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Jennifer Giannis Fusion Pilates for Pregnancy

Discover how yoga infused Pilates can keep you in shape during your pregnancy. Jennifer Gianni’s Fusion Pilates for Pregnancy is the first Pilates based workout designed to give pregnant women a challenging workout, without compromising safety. This unique workout includes modifications that are appropriate for each trimester. Pregnant woman of all fitness levels will be challenged and motivated by this inspiring workout.

This unique and inspiring workout: • follows guidelines from The American College of Obstetrics and Gynecology • includes modifications that are appropriate for each trimester • challenges and motivates pregnant women of all fitness levels

Part 1 Safety Precautions for Pregnancy 2 Minutes Part 2 How to access and strengthen the Pelvic Floor 5 Minutes Part 3 The Pregnancy Workout 55 Minutes

User Ratings and Reviews

4 Stars Great!
This video is great. It encompasses exercises specifically for pregnant women, but also exercises to keep your body toned that are appropriate during pregnancy.

5 Stars Highly recommended
I really enjoy this DVD. I’ve been doing Pilates for quite a few years now, and this DVD is refreshing. I’ve been waking up sore lately and these

exercises have been making me feel better. The stretching and exercises are so relaxing, yet you still feel like you’re working out. My legs are actually firm and fit. This DVD really helps me relax myself and my muscles. I look forward to doing this every time.

4 Stars Great Beginner Workout
I am really glad that I ordered this dvd. I have never done any pilates before this. I was very pleased with the way she was really clear in her instructions. It’s easy to understand and follow. I wasn’t very active before my pregnancy, due to a surgery, but I can keep up with it and I truly do have more energy afterwards. I recommend this product, especially to anyone who has never done pilates before…you’ll enjoy it.

4 Stars Great moves to Combat Pregnancy Pains
I bought two pregancy videos—this one and The Perfect Pregnancy Workout. Perfect Pregancy is my main stay because I feel like it really works me out. This one is much more low key and easier to do, and I do this video about once or twice a week. I like it because I feel like it has good moves to help my back and hips to not hurt. Negatives are that it’s not difficult enough for it to be my everyday workout. It has modifications for your third trimester. I’ve never done Pilates before, but I found it pretty easy to pick up. You need a small ball, a dowel (which I took apart my broom and used the stick portion), and 2-3 pound weights. Good video but better as a secondary workout.

2 Stars Let’s just say I won’t be doing it again.
This DVD is not awful, but I certainly won’t be doing it again. I agree with the other reviewers that it was boring, and not a great workout. I hardly even feel stretched out, much less worked out. The arm sequence was probably my favorite, but even that was both boring and too short.

Finally, she asks those of us in our third trimester to watch “Cassie and I” (not the real name). No - it’s Cassie and ME. The bad grammar was actually really distracting. Maybe it’s just because I’m hormonal, but it drove me nuts.

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Yoga Pregnancy

YOGA FIT PREGNANCY Pre- and Post-Natal Yoga Workouts
Presented by Heather Seiniger - certified Yoga Instructor… and Mom.

Pregnancy and Mothering are some of the most challenging and fulfilling times in a woman s life. An appropriate yoga practice can help us stay healthy, happy and calm, both as we prepare for and recover from our baby s arrival. The 30-minute pre-natal sequence is designed specifically to help moms-to-be develop the strength, flexibility and mental focus that will help them not only in the delivery process but also in facing the new challenges of mothering.

The post-natal program addresses the needs of moms who want to get back in shape while also releasing tension and fatigue. This 30-minute routine provides safe ways to build core strength, as well as effective tools for increasing energy and reducing stress. Using breath and mental focus, yoga is one of the most effective tools for training the body and calming the mind. Led by yoga instructor, Heather Seiniger, women of all levels of yoga experience can work safely and will improvement with regular practice. Modifications are offered to increase difficulty and provide a more challenging routine, as needed.

Two Workouts On One DVD Will Help:
Control Weight Gain
Alleviate Back Pain
Ease Delivery
Get Your Body Back Fast!

User Ratings and Reviews

5 Stars Excellent prenatal workout
This is my second pregnancy and I am definitely out of shape. This video makes me feel like I can get exercise back into my life. I felt great after doing just one workout. It was very relaxing and the stretches were just right for being pregnant. the 30 minute routine is also a wonderful thing, because its easy to fit into my schedule. I highly recommend this video!

4 Stars yoga fit pregnencyit
it is a very good program designed for pregnant women. i practice almost everyday and i have already felt the benefit of practicing. i feel more relaxed and calm during my pregancy.

5 Stars Buy this!
This is the only video that I really loved doing while I was pregnate. It is easy to follow and not too difficult for a beginner or intermediate. I plan on using it again for the next one or loaning it out to other moms in the area.

5 Stars The best prenatal yoga!
This is a wonderful DVD for pre-natal stretching, and back & leg relief. It’s perfect for beginners. It flows at a relaxing pace and the poses are very comfortable and easy to do. This routine will leave you in a very peaceful state.

5 Stars Stretch it out in 30 minutes!!!!
I love this video!!! Im 8 months now & got the video about 1 1/2 ago, along with pre-natal yoga classes I do once a week, I do this video 2-3 times in addition, and find it extremely helpful in loosening up tight muscles and especially the hips!!! Its only 30 minutes which I like esp when you just need a quick relaxation and stretch! I recommend it for all prego moms out there !

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Prenatal Yoga

Studio: Gaiam Americas Release Date: 04/19/2007

User Ratings and Reviews

3 Stars Overall a good yoga DVD, but not as vigorous as I prefer
To introduce myself, I am 30 years old and weighed about 118 pre-pregnancy. I consider myself to be in good shape.

With that said–I do enjoy doing this DVD. It is very relaxing but it does have some challenging poses that encourage strength and stretch. It is a good DVD to do when I need to just relax while doing gentle movements. It’s a perfect way to start out my day or unwind in the afternoon.

On the flip side, I don’t rely on this DVD for my only activity for the day, as I prefer to actually feel more challenged. I pair this DVD with a trip to the gym or a long, brisk walk. I go to a prenatal yoga class 1-2 times a week that is more vigorous and doesn’t treat me like I am fragile. So, if you exercised regularly before you got pregnant and have done at least a few yoga classes, this one may make you yawn, although I am not advising against it (like I said, it is beneficial, just not for getting you energized). I have ordered FitMama and Pilates for Pregnancy so we’ll see how they measure up…

Hope this helps.

2 Stars Good for stretching, not to get a workout.
I’ve been to yoga classes where you get more of a workout than this one. This is more like a stretching exercise. My complaint is a lot of the stretches seemed to repeat many times. The equipment required for use to follow the exercise like the block, straps are kinda specialised items you’d have to buy. I tried to substitue with items I can find at home like a step stool, and rope.

For a real workout, I prefer the Perfect Pregnancy workout dvd with Karyne Steben.

5 Stars prenatal yoga dvd
Great yoga workout for pregnant women! Seems up-to-date with modifications for pregnant women, unlike other “prenatal” videos I’ve tried. I like the style, the selection and overall tone of the dvd.

5 Stars Nice for the Price
I enjoyed this. Very relaxing music and positions are demonstrated for each trimester. Was not expensive either.

5 Stars Prenatal Yoga
I love this workout! I am in my second trimester, I’m not showing yet, so I am able to follow the first trimester poses for the most part. This video moves at a wonderful pace, has a very nice setting with no annoying music or constant talking. It’s pure instruction and very effective! I absolutely recommend this video to anyone!

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PreNatal Yoga PostNatal Yoga 2 Pack with Shiva Rea

PreNatal: The best thing about this prenatal yoga dvd is that there is a model for each trimester. Instructor Shiva Rea demonstrates each of the stretches and exercises for the first trimester, and two pregnant women show modifications for the second and third trimesters (they’re even dressed in different colors for easy reference). This removes the self-doubt home-exercisers often have about the safety of certain moves–especially in that cumbersome final stage of pregnancy. Using gentle voice-over instruction, Shea and her assistants take viewers through a half hour of meditational stretches using blocks and chairs for support. She follows that up with 16 minutes of floor work: lunge pose, bridge pose, child’s pose, plank pose–all with the necessary adjustments. She winds things up with a four-minute guided relaxation on her back–the traditional position–with the second-trimester woman on her side and the third on her side with one leg up on a chair. By including the different adaptations, Shea has made a tape with the flexibility to carry an expectant mom through her entire pregnancy–and beyond, if she wishes.
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PostNatal: Post-pregnancy is a most important time for a woman to regain her physical strength and stamina, and POSTNATAL YOGA is a perfect way to get back in shape. This gentle program focuses on moves and exercises that help alleviate the stress incurred by giving birth.

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Pilates Pre Natal Program

User Ratings and Reviews

3 Stars Okay workout–best before 20 weeks
I rented this DVD from my local library and found that much of the Pilates work is done on your back–without modifications made for those of us past the 20-week mark. This DVD is made in Australia and does not follow the guidelines of the American College of Obstetricains and Gynecologists which says to avoid any exercises on your back after 20 weeks. I tried to make modifications, but since I’m not a Pilates expert, that was difficult. I really enjoyed the stretching parts and the Pilates that I could do, but I would have enjoyed the workout more if I could have done more of the exercies (currently 34 weeks pregnant). The instructor does comment that pregnant women should not be on their back long and so he spreads out the on-the-back exercises so that you would be on your back for several shorter sessions rather than one big long session. Just understand this workout’s limitations before you decide to buy.

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