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Prenatal Vinyasa Yoga and Short Forms 2 DVD Set

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2 DVD set ~ 4 different Practices!
*15 minute
*30 minute
*45 minute
*75 minute

**plus Partner Yoga Poses & Labor Poses!

Namaste, Welcome to Prenatal Vinyasa Yoga & Short Forms 2 DVD Set with Jennifer Wolfe. Combining the first award winning DVD Prenatal Vinyasa Yoga and the Short Forms Version featuring 3 different practices,15,30, & 45 minutes and including Labor poses and partner yoga poses.

New York Times said of Prenatal Vinyasa Yoga, “Make(s) you feel good, even with a big belly…my arms and legs got a workout, and I felt stretched, connected and relaxed.”

These DVD’s were specifically developed for women who are pregnant and have experience with Ashtanga, Vinyasa, or Power Yoga before pregnancy; but can also be used by those with less experience or practitioners of other forms of yoga if they listen to their bodies, use the 3rd trimester modifications, start with the 15 minute practice and only do poses which feel good.
These DVD’s were created to be challenging while giving women different modifications for each stage of their pregnancy. They focus on breath and body awareness to safely achieve a vigorous practice.

This product is manufactured on demand using DVD-R recordable media. Amazon.com’s standard return policy will apply.

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Prenatal Kundalini Yoga with April Bernardi Pregnancy

PRENATAL KUNDALINI YOGA WITH APRIL BERNARDI

More and more studies continue to show the correlation between stress and anxiety and the negative effects they may on a fetus making meditation so beneficial during pregnancy. Let April ‘Nirankar’ Bernardi guide you in this Pre-Natal Kundalini Yoga DVD. Here you will discover a new way of connecting to your baby and preparing for your miracle to arrive. By bringing the practice of Kundalini Yoga into your life, you are bringing a sense of overall balance and well-being to body, mind and spirit, which is then passed on to your baby. This type of yoga helps in opening your hips, increasing circulation, relieving tension from your lower spine and more. It helps you learn to focus your energy and breath, creating a sense of calm. This focus will also help during the delivery of your baby and beyond. Prenatal Kundalini yoga provides the same benefits while also increasing blood flow to the unborn baby and preparing the pregnant woman’s body and mind for labor. A carefully composed set of postures is created especially for the mother to be. These exercises are accompanied by original music including repetitive chants and lyrics, which allow the pregnant woman to fall into a meditative state.

Running Time: 35 minutes

User Ratings and Reviews

5 Stars better than I thought
I got it because of the price and I would have paid twice this much If I knew it was so good. I am leaving a review because I almost didn’t buy it because it had no reviews. Very good DVD.

4 Stars pretty good
Hi all, this video is pretty good and the asanas are excellent for us gals that are oh-so-swelling with life. Easy on the sensitive areas, doesnt uncomfortably squish baby or bladder, and provides some much needed relaxation and stretching. I have a feeling this is a valuable tool in my labor and delivery aresenal, as I feel the exercises really do open up the hips and help get the baby in proper birthing position. Try it, especially if you don’t mind a little chanting with your yoga!

5 Stars Outstanding
Wonderful, effective, very easy to follow. April Bernardi and her 35 week pregnant student demonstrate a series of fantastic yoga movements that relax and energise. Great for easing discomfort, making room for your baby and preparing for delivery. Like all yoga the breath is at the centre to the practice and Kundalini yoga always involves a fair amount of chanting that might not be everyones cup of tea. The slightly bland production values may annoy some but personally I prefer a well planned workout to a stunning backdrop. The exercise sequence is about 35 minutes long, just right for me as I have a busy toddler to look after. Great for all stages of pregnancy.

2 Stars not so pleased
I was really looking forward to this DVD and then it came in the mail. The main yoga instructor is not pregnant so for me personally that made it a little less appealing and then the whole thing is shot on a ugly set in front of a brick wall. Not very soothing scenery at all. I have no comment on the exercises as I haven’t even tried them yet. I just didn’t want to sit in front of a screen watching a such an ugly set for an hour.

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Dr Christine Andersons Dynamic Prenatal Yoga

Dr. Christine Anderson is a Los Angeles Chiropractor who specializes in pediatrics and pregnancy. She has been teaching fitness classes for over 25 years and practiced yoga during her three pregnancies. Dr. Chris has designed this Prenatal yoga program to accommodate all levels of fitness during pregnancy by modifying typical yoga poses. Those who have been practicing yoga will appreciate the challenging modifications while beginners will receive detailed instruction. The regular practice of yoga during pregnancy prepares women for the challenges they will face during childbirth- physically, emotionally and spiritually. This DVD edition allows you to flow through the entire 90-minute practice or perform individual sessions through the chaptered program. For a 3 minute preview of the video go to youtube.com/watch?v=nVHa1NBtERM and for more information on Dr. Anderson go to kidchiropractic.com . TESTAMONIALS As a Childbirth Professional, I love this DVD! As the founder of Hypnobabies, many Prenatal Yoga DVDs have been sent to me to review, and Dr. Christine’s Dynamic Prenatal Yoga is my favorite. It goes beyond the gentle stretching and relaxation of most of the ones I’ve seen before, and gives the expectant mom a real Prenatal Yoga session, helping her to easily tone and condition the muscles that she will use to give birth to her baby, along with wonderful breathing exercises to start the workout with. Peace and serenity are evident in all of the movements at the same time that excellent work is being done. All of this compliments what we teach in Hypnobabies, and I highly recommend this DVD! Kerry Tuschhoff, HCHI, CHt, CI, (Cypress, CA ) Founder of Hypnobabies When I teach an expecting mother the problem I hear is they don’t have time to exercise. This video allows you to do yoga in your own home or office so that you don’t have to be on someone else’s schedule. Dr. Christine Anderson’s Dynamic Prenatal Yoga brings the yoga to you. Dr. Anderson clearly understands the importance of yoga to relax, prepare, and strengthen the mommies before their delivery day. It doesn’t matter what level of fitness you have; if you are pregnant buy this DVD! JoAnna Ross- Yoga Instructor Los Angeles,CA This DVD is a wonderful resource for all pregnant women to enable them to follow our recommendations of exercise, time for self, stress reduction and stretching. Drs. Jim Bob and Cindy Haggerton, Lifetime Family Wellness Center- Hurst, TX I love this DVD. It is challenging yet sensitive to my pregnancy limitations. I only wish I had more time to do it more often. It is by far the best pregnancy exercise video I have ever encountered. Leah Herlihy- San Pedro, CA This is a great DVD. It has some unusual poses as well as more common prenatal yoga poses. Dr. Anderson gives excellent instruction during the DVD, giving modifications depending on the trimester, and it’s easy to follow. I highly recommend it. Elizabeth Bonet- Broward County, Florida

User Ratings and Reviews

2 Stars Decent but long workout, disconcerting imagery
If you have 1.5 hours to get through the entire dvd it is helpful, but the background folk Christian and punk art-deco style (?) imagery (e.g., headless naked blue mannequin wrapped in outdoor lights standing behind the instructor) is out-of-place, as is the image of the instructor herself. I also found it hard to relax looking at the harsh contrasting lime green, black, and blue colors in the instructor’s studio/living room. Finally, Dr. Anderson is a chiropractor not a medical doctor so don’t let the title fool you into thinking she brings medical knowledge to this — in fact, she advises everyone use a chiropractor during pregnancy — something I’ve never heard or read anywhere else!

1 Star don’t buy it
I bought this product after reading good reviews. What a waste of money. It is the worst kind of quality you can imagine. Real home movie stuff and although the yoga moves are good, the instructor is so right on that it just puts you off. Save your money and go for a walk!

5 Stars Excellent
Excellent video. I am 8 months pregnant and have been doing this video since month 3…it has been challenging each month. It’s a great combo of stretching and strengthening. It is quite long (90 minutes) but divided into chapters, so you can choose to do all or part of the video. The cover looks very strange but the instructor is actually pretty normal… as far as yoga teachers go.

3 Stars Annoying…but good workout
I have done yoga for over 10 years, and have to say that this was the most annoying CD I have ever done. Christine was mono-tone, boring, and like another reviewer said, put in her sales pitch for chiropractic medicine which I found tasteless. The music makes you want to fall asleep. The only think that keeps you awake are the poses. She does a decent job with the yoga…but again, their is no fluidity.

2 Stars too long and to hard for me
i am sure it is a great DVD…

but for women who are expecting a baby and not really working….. 90 minutes it is a lot…

i thought it would be 90 min , but with different parts… to be able to do whatever you have time to do … choose a part… and come back without starting from the beginning… i couldn’t do the all thing…. and i feel i always have to start from the beginning again…. i don’t think it is good to skip the beginning and start from where i stopped the last time.

All the women on DVD are VERY pregnant , and all really comfortable with each exercises… it is amazing!!!

Also i am a beginner, and it is ok to follow the exercises… pretty much…but better to know about yoga …

i also bought the DVD, The Perfect Pregnancy Workout vol. 1 from Karyne Steben for workout and loved it… short , different levels… i could almost do it everyday… better for me.

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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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Amiras Belly Dance and Yoga for Pregnancy DVD an Instructional Video for Prenatal Exercise and Workout

Amira brings the ancient arts of Yoga and Belly Dance together in a modern world, with a program that teaches gentle and effective
techniques to help every woman on the path to one of life’s most profound experiences - motherhood.

Amira’s Bellydance And Yoga For Pregnancy provides a perfect balance of well thought out routines for an expectant mother to prepare herself for the wonderful and challenging journey ahead. Amira gently leads you through warm-ups, exercise, and cool downs and covers moves that are beneficial, and those that should be avoided during pregnancy. You will learn the benefits of stretching and exercise, learn to relax, to breathe, and to center yourself with confidence and feminine grace, leaving you feeling invigorated and
re-energized. Clear explanations are given every step of the way with alternate, modified versions of many moves. Packed with information, in this DVD Amira explains the origins of belly dance and its age-old benefits for women in labor, and encourages you on the road to a healthy lifestyle and a smooth, happy
pregnancy.

Amira is an internationally renowned belly dance artist whose passion for the arts, combined with the solid years of medical studies spent earning an RN degree have given her a unique perspective into the benefits of Yoga, dance and exercise on a women and her baby’s health before, during, and after pregnancy. By applying her experience and training to her own daily life and her own pregnancy, Amira has acquired a deep understanding of women’s health issues, become a strong advocate of better living and better pregnancy through better diet, proper exercise, and better lifestyle choices.

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5 Stars Wonderful
I love this DVD. Amira does an excellent job breaking down moves, setting an inviting atmosphere, and passing along some very important information. The performances are beautiful and inspirational. The interviews are great.

5 Stars Wonderful prenatal exercise program
I viewed this video from the perspective of a Certified Nurse Midwife and teacher of Prenatal Belly Dance, and I must say that I realy like this DVD! It is very well done - excellent production, nice relaxing and reassuring words and body language!

In this video, Amira’s obvious comfort with her body, her lovely pregnancy glow and her gently encouraging words offer a role model for women looking for an alternative to feeling fat and clumsy during pregnany. Our world needs more images of beautiful mother goddesses celebrating their abundance!

The yoga stretches and strengthening sections are a really nice addition. I do believe that yoga and belly dance are wonderfully complimentary to each other.

It is a really nice, safe, and do-able program, with very good instruction and a nice pace in which a woman can take her time and follow along.

The DVD is also packed with extras. I loved the 2 beautiful performances by Amira, and the out-takes were fun! While the interviews might be somewhat helpful to the pregnant women using the video, I felt they did not add much to the overall quality of the information offered.

Thanks to Amira for producing this DVD - it is an excellent addition to the world of prenatal exercise videos, and I will happily recommend it to pregnant women!

Cathy

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5 Stars I Only Wish I’d Bought This SOONER!!!
I was able to work out at the gym daily through my sixth month of pregnancy, but when it became too much (and my gym pass expired) I struggled to find an enjoyable way to keep moving. If only I had bought this DVD a lot sooner!

Amira gives concise and understandable instructions for exercises that almost any pregnant woman can do (I can do them, and I’m at 37 weeks!). The movements are gentle, fun, and relaxing, but best of all, I feel they are useful in preparing me for my upcoming childbirth. And my little one seems to enjoy them, too!

Amira says many positive and affirming things along the way. She encourages you to respect the limitations of your body and not overdo anything. She looks like a pregnant goddess and glows with respect for her body.

I wasn’t too impressed with the extra footage - the interviews and such - but really, the workout alone was worth the purchase. It’s a great buy and I would recommend it to anyone!

5 Stars THE BEST FOR ALL WOMEN
I bought this DVD for my pregnant friend and we watched it together. I wish this sort of information was around when I was pregnant. I never knew that belly dance historically is a “birth dance”. It makes all makes sense now. This DVD will help you to get ready for birth not only physically but also mentally. None of the other pregnancy DVDs go in so much depth like this this one does. AND ITS OVER 3 HOURS LONG. I also loved the interviews with belly dance mothers very much. There is so much information on this DVD, it’ll take you days to watch it all through. I think every woman, pregnant or not, should know this information, it’ll make you appreciate yourself more, the woman you are. Great job Amira, this DVD was well needed.

4 Stars Celebrate your pregnant self
I have really been enjoying this DVD! It took me a while to find a belly dancing workout especially for pregnancy; in the meantime I tried out a few beginning belly dance DVDs that were not specifically for pregnancy and found most of them hard to follow. Amira does a very good job of breaking down the moves. The movements in themselves are simple, yet even after following the video twice I felt a huge difference in my hips and muscle tone. That being said, I didn’t think that the warm up segment was that great; I didn’t feel especially warmed up after doing it, so what I do now is warm up with some of my other DVDs and then skip straight to the strengthening and belly dance sections. The labor exercise segment is also very helpful. However, I was not too impressed with the interviews. There is good information there, but if you already have any experience with (natural)birthing you will probably not hear anything that you didn’t already know.

As a side note, I was at a sandwich shop with my 2 year old daughter the other night and she got up and started doing hip circles to the pop music that was playing there

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