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There's no doubt that pregnancy is one of the most amazing experiences that a woman can live. Just thinking about the miracle of life itself, the blessing of feeling your baby growing inside of you, the unique bonding you already can have with your little one from the very beginning is so magnificent that there're no words to describe it. However, there are some small downsides that during pregnancy can be quite common, some of theme are well known, others are not, and they can definitely surprise you! Let's see in more details what expects from those 9 incredible months. Something is happening... During the first month you probably already know that you are pregnant, perhaps you are not totally aware of it, but at least you begin to suspect that something different is going on. Early symptoms can guide you to understand more about your body and if you are actually pregnant or not. Breast Changing First of all your breast changes, a lot! It is sore, heavy and swollen, and if you are a stomach sleeper you definitely need to find different positions or otherwise planning a sleepless night. Moreover, make exercise and sex can be very uncomfortable, your partner needs to be very gentle and extra careful. Even a normal hug, sometimes, can make you jump for the pain, and even though you don't need to change bra size yet, you might avoid wired bras and looking for gentler support. When will your breast start to change? It can occur as early as few days, or one to two weeks after conception — technically, weeks three and four of pregnancy. Quite early indeed! The high sensitivity of the nipples too is correlating to the whole new "breast situation". Your entire body is flooding with hormones that will allow your little one to develop and grow, you breast reacts increasing its volume and preparing the milk ducts for breastfeeding. After two or three months your breast will be less sore, but will keep growing until birth when your body will be ready for breastfeeding. Perhaps you'll need to buy new bras two or three times during the all pregnancy period, bear in mind that later on you'll need comfortable and practical breastfeeding bras, think to invest your money even during pregnancy in buying some of those. Gas, lots of gas... and constipation! It is not commonly known (maybe because pregnancy is a magical time and all about the miracle of life?), but especially during the first three months you most probably will experience constipation and a significant increase of gas. The higher amount of hormones, in particular progesterone, are going to relax all your muscles in order to let your baby growing comfortably inside your uterus. As a consequence, the bowels will also relax and slow down their movements (peristalsis) causing evacuation difficulties and... lots of gas! Probably, at the beginning you'll feel quite bloated and it seems like you already have got a little bump, I'm sorry to tell you it's not your baby showing, it's just your intestines crying for help! What to do? Try to eat slower and to drink as much as possible still water and no gas drinks. Also, introduce in your diet lots of fibres, you can find them in vegetables, different kind of seeds, fresh and dried fruits, and whole-grain food (such as whole-grain pasta, bread, oats, rye and barley, but also in buckwheat, corn, brown rice, etc.). Very useful are kiwis, rich in vitamin C and with 3gr of dietary fibre per 100gr, they act effectively accelerating the intestinal peristalsis. You can start eating one kiwi before breakfast and see how it goes. If still nothing changes, you can try to eat more kiwis (two, three or four always before breakfast or distributed during the day before principal meals and snacks). If you don't like kiwis (or they are not just for you), you can try dried fruits during breakfast or as a snack. Prunes and apricot are the most effective ones, both are very rich in Vitamin A and have got 7gr of dietary fibre per 100gr. Their action is related to the high amount of fibres that can significantly help in moving your bowels. Moreover, it is vital to stay hydrated also for your intestines sake! You'll need to drink plenty of water everyday, at least 2 litres, because your hormones and metabolism will change how your entire body works, your little one will need more and more fluid to develop, and if you go through the annoying morning sickness and vomit, you'll definitely need to stay hydrated! Simple water doesn't sound appealing? You can drink fruit and herbal infusions, infused water (cut some slices of cucumber - or lemon, lime, orange and pineapple - put them in a jar full of water and refrigerate. Wait at least four hour before drink it) or just add some fresh lemon or orange juice to your water. Fatigue and Tiredness You won't believe the amount of hours you're capable sleeping! Yes, fatigue and tiredness are true stuffs especially during the first three months. You'll find yourself already exhausted earlier in the evening and even though you're watching your favorite serie or film, even though you're eager to finish that amazing book you're reading, you'll fall asleep soon and quite easily! It's like a strange force just switch you off and you cannot do anything else but surrender. Even during the day you can find yourself looking with loving eyes that comfortable sofa or bed, especially if you are. wisely reducing you caffeine intake, there's nothing that can strongly wake you up! Well, it's a perfect moment to relax, get rest and regenerate your energy. Your little one needs lots of energy in order to develop and already with the implantation (around day 8-9 after ovulation) he or she will start to suck your blood as nutriment (yes, like a little hungry vampire!). Also, your body is going through a hormonal hurricane and your metabolism is adapting to the new situation, it is just normal to feel tired and sleepy. Elevated Basal Temperature Suddenly you start to feel warmer, you sweat more without doing any physical exercise and perhaps you're looking at summer clothes even though is still freezing outside! Don't worry, you're perfectly fine! It's just a normal effect of the increased blood flow in your body. While usually the uterine artery receives 100ml of blood per minute, during early stages of pregnancy it receives 120ml and at the end of pregnancy almost triplicates reaching 350ml. Studies revealed that the total amount of blood in a pregnant woman rises by 40-50%, as a result the metabolism is boosted of about 20% and the core temperature grows from 37°C to 37.8°C. Not only the placenta (and the baby) needs more and more blood throughout the months, but also every mother's organs do, since they are significantly working more. The famous pregnancy glow also depends on the increased blood flow, which is responsible for the considerable activity of the oil glands of the skin. The combination of more oil secretion and hormones can lead some women to develop pimples and acne, but don't worry, everything will go back to normal once the baby arrives! What to do? Wearing natural fabric clothes, especially underwear, is extremely helpful. Not only natural fibres will allow your body to stay fresh all day, but also they are more gentle against your skin, which now is also more sensitive than ever. Drink lots of water! Yes, water again! But it's crucial to stay hydrated and it helps you cooling down a little bit your temperature. Choose your clothes wisely. Instead of wearing just a heavy jumper - because it's winter and it's cold, you should layer lighter clothes, so that it's easier to get rid of something if you feel too hot and start sweating. Think about your bedding. During night the body slows down, the metabolism is at its minimum activity and being relaxed and almost still while sleeping it also contributes to reduce the energy consumption. In pregnancy not every bodily activity is shut down, your baby is growing and your heart is pumping lots of blood toward any department. Lots of women cannot sleep properly and some of them develop insomnia. One of the main causes could be the elevated core temperature which can negatively influence the quality of the sleep. Check if your duvet it too much for you now, if your pyjamas is too warm or if the heating in your bedroom is too high, you'll find out that little adjustments can significantly change your life (or at least your night!). Headaches... Merciless Headaches Yes, unfortunately it's common to experience headaches during pregnancy, the increased amount of blood and hormones are the main responsible for them. Moreover, the latter has significant effect on the function of the liver, that now has lots of work to do! What to do? It isn't easy to deal with headaches during pregnancy, especially because you should avoid drugs as much as possible and take some lighter medication only if you're in a great pain (for instance a small amount of paracetamol). You should try, instead, some natural remedies that could ease the pain and sometimes get rid of it completely. Lemon juice! Lemons are your friends for life, in particular during your nine months journey. The stimulation of the Citric Acid can enormously benefit the gallbladder and the liver during the digestion and their multiple detoxicating activities. Because the liver has a strict connection to the circulatory system, lots of vascular headaches and migraines can be caused by its overloaded work. As a consequence, helping liver and gallbladder it also means ameliorating the blood circulation and the symptoms related to i such as headaches and migraines. Moreover, the Citric Acid (a weak organic acid) has the capacity of reacting with the Gastric Acid (one of the most strong acid existing) generating in the stomach an alkaline solution. This means that if you suffer for heartburn and/or acid reflux, lemon juice is the perfect natural remedy. Change your eating habits. Anything can change during this time, in particular your appetite! Perhaps you're indulging your desire of chocolate or chips too much and the gastrointestinal and hepatic system are not happy with your cravings. Be aware of what your body does't like, anytime that after a particular meal or snack an headache appears, write down what you've eaten. Confront the list of food you've intake before an episode and look for similarities (it can be just a particular food - always chocolate - or a group of food - dairy). Stretching, oil massage and heat bags. Your whole body will considerably change, your vertebral column curves will be more accentuated because of the baby's growth and weight, and you'll assume a different posture every month too. Sometimes, the body struggles to promptly adapt to this constant modification and some tension can develop along the spine and in general along your back and neck. Tension headaches can be very annoying, you can try to ease the pain doing a gentle stretching of your whole vertebral column and gentle circular movements of your neck. You can also ask someone to do a very soft and gentle massage with an oil you like (almond and coconut oils are very good for your skin) or oil 31which is a blend of essential oils extracted from medicinal herbs (deeply helpful with muscle strain). Think about buy a heat pack, but do not exaggerate with the heating! Remember that your core temperature is higher, your blood pressure is lower and you don't want to over heat your body (which is definitely NOT good for the baby). If you feel at any point that your temperature is increasing, just take the pack off and drink a glass of water. Cherry stones heat pack is a good option, you can apply it on your neck or where you feel your muscles stressed. Sleep. Being able to sleep well is vital! Some women develop sleeping problems while pregnant, it may depend on the new hormonal and metabolic situation, but also on new thoughts and worries that is very normal to have during this life changing period. Moreover, think about if there's something that bothers you and change it. Perhaps your mattress is not comfortable enough? Or your pillow is too low or too soft? Or your duvet is too warm? Or your pyjama is too tight? In order to induce sleep, set up a relaxing atmosphere in your room so that is more welcoming the sleep. For example you can open your bedroom window for at least 20 minutes one hour before going to bed in order to fill the room with oxygen and fresh air. you can buy Himalayan salt lamps, they are known not only because diffuse a nice pinky light, but also for being "natural ionizers". Releasing ions in the air, they can contribute in cleaning the air in your home, soothing allergies, boosting your mood and helping you sleep. Even though there are some small "side effects" that could make your dream pregnancy a little less "dreamy", you'll totally fall in love with be expecting. Those nine months will definitely change your life, enjoy them as much as you can, fast your seat belt and start your incredible journey. #pregnancy #earlysymptompsinpregnancy #osteopathy #ostreopathyduringpregnancy #healthypregnancy

Do you know that everything you eat and drink will be transformed by your body and will become indeed part of you? Take a moment and think about what you eat. Are you sure that you have got a healthy nutrition? Even though people who regularly practice sport have usually more knowledge in this field, knowing how to combine food and what is actually good for you can be tricky. Let's go into further details about what is really beneficial (and what is not) for people who do sport. First of all, there are many different kinds of sports, but they all have got in common one thing: the muscle-skeletal strain of the body. As a consequence of the physical activity, the Musculoskeletal System will determinate different metabolic reactions that will require a perfect cooperation between the organs in order to supply the energy needed and to regulate the body homeostasis. The strong connection existing between the function of the heart and the kidneys, for instance, is clearly evident in sportsmen and sportswomen who are more predisposed to have an increment of the levels of creatine (fundamental parameter of the renal function) as well as the presence of blood cells in urine. Moreover, the tendency to intake large amount of proteins can easily stress the kidney that will need to overwork in order to dispose of those big molecules. A good nutrition, therefore, is fundamental not only to obtain good results in sport, but especially to take care of our body. So, what do you need to eat if you are a sportsman or sportswoman? Every physical activity requires energy that is primarily furnished by carbohydrates. In order to avoid glycaemic imbalance, which can lead to diabetes in people with a genetic predisposition to this disorder, it is vital to properly combine carbs with other food. Before looking into it, we must understand the quality of different carbohydrates. There are two main groups of carbs: "simple carbs", that are broken down quickly producing high levels of glycaemia, and "complex carbs", that are broken down slowly guaranteeing in this way long-lasting energy levels, crucial for sport. Before particularly demanding trainings or high resistance physical activities (such as marathons, cycling, tennis, etc.), it is necessary to plan meals rich in complex carbohydrates associated with some proteins and minerals, in particular potassium and calcium. The will to develop or constantly maintain high muscles mass is what led some amateur athletes to do serious nutritional mistakes regarding the amount of protein eaten, even when they avoid artificial protein supplements and shakers. So how we can eat properly in order to sustain our muscles during sport without falling into common mistakes that can stress more our bodily functions? Let's have a look at some simple bio nutritional principles that we need to be aware off in order to maintain a perfect balance and heath. 1 - Different sources of protein. We can find good proteins not only in meat, but also in eggs, cheese, fish and beans. People who need to lose body fat should prefer eggs, fish and lean meat, and limit cheese especially if there are risks of high levels of cholesterol, gallstones and kidney stones. 2 - Avoid to exceed with proteins during a single meal. It is better to eat protein during the whole day in every meal, during breakfast, snacks, lunch and dinner. Proteins, that must always be associated to a right percentage of carbs, should be combined also with vegetables or fruits rich in water: the former will give energetic support to the hepatocytes (the cells of the liver), while the latter will supply the necessary fluids for the biological activities of the liver and to facilitate the kidney during the expulsion of the catabolites. 3 - The quality of proteins is extremely important. The bioavailability of amino acids (the capacity of the body to absorb a certain substance, such as amino acids) and the organic tolerance are maximum with raw proteins and minimum with prolonged cooked proteins. Examples of raw proteins are cured ham, bresaola (air-cured beef), carpaccio, speck (smoked cured ham), smoked salmon, etc. Quicker ways of cooking proteins (such as grilled, wok-fried, stir-fried, etc.) also are valid alternatives and should be preferred to slow cooking modalities. Moreover, eggs must be fresh and organic, while cheeses must have a guaranteed denomination of origin and fish should never come from intensive breedings. 4 - Keep hydrated! During the physical activity is extremely essential to maintain a good hydration in order to keep right levels of bodily fluids for the correct function of the organs and to supply muscles with essential minerals. Instead of drinking plain water or super artificial energy drinks (that often have a counterproductive effect on the body) you may try to do your own "energy drink". Mix some water with lemon or grapefruit juice, a pinch of sugar or a tea spoon of honey and a dash of marine salt. This is a very thirsty-quenching and highly mineralising solution, you will love it! Finally, before a training or a competition you can also eat small pieces of dark chocolate or Parmesan cheese or nuts, they will provide you with essential minerals and good fats for a proper boost of energy! Try this recipe! The day before an intense training or a competition you can treat yourself with a tasty and balanced dinner. Here there is an example for you to try! Fresh pasta with ragù, scramble eggs and courgettes Ingredients for 1 person: First dish: - 150 g of fresh pasta - 125 g of minced beef meat - 60 g of minced pork meat - 1/2 onion - 180 g of tomato sauce - 10 g of concentrated tomato paste - 1/2 glass of white wine - Meat or vegetable broth - Fresh basil leaves - Salt and black pepper to taste - Extra virgin olive oil Second dish: - 2 or 3 courgettes - Parsley - One table spoons of pine nuts or 3 walnuts or 10 almonds - 2 eggs - Butter and/or extra virgin olive oil to q.s. Directions: Pasta Finely chop up the onion and stir-fried it with some olive oil. When it reaches a nice gold color, add the minced meats and keep stirring for about 10 minutes or until the liquids are totally absorbed. Add the white wine and let the alcohol to evaporate completely, then add the tomato sauce, the concentrated tomato paste, a ladleful of broth (or water if you prefer), some basil leaves, a dash of salt and pepper. Let it simmers on low flame with the lid on, when the sauce becomes thick, the ragù is ready! Cook the fresh pasta in boiling salted water for few minutes. Remember: when the pasta is "al dente" is easier to digest (and tastier!). Drain and add the ragù. Enjoy the pasta with all your senses! Eggs and courgettes In order to have a more balanced meal, it is good to eat during the same meal some vegetables combined with good fats (from the nuts) and more proteins (from the eggs). Direction: Wash and chop up the courgettes (rich in potassium, perfect for your muscles) and stir-fried them in some olive oil. Add some parsley, a dash of salt and pepper. When almost ready, add finely chopped nuts (pine nuts or walnuts or almonds, they will guarantee a good amount of calcium, magnesium and fat acids) and keep stirring until cooked. Add to the courgettes the scrambled eggs previously cooked with a bit of butter or olive oil. Enjoy your perfectly balanced dinner, the day after you will feel full of energy and ready for your training! #nutrition #sport #sportmen #sportwomen #athletes #nutritionforathletes #health #goodfood #balance #knowhowtoeat

Osteopathy for Baby, Mum & Children “Giving birth and being born brings us into the essence of creation, where the human spirit is courageous and bold, and the body a miracle of wisdom.” – Harriette Hartigan - Special Osteopathy Special moments and special people require special attention. Expecting mums, babies, toddlers and children have different and constantly changing needs. Their body need particular care and the usage of specific osteopathic tests and techniques that are the most suitable and safe for them. Osteopathy for pregnant women and new mums Even though a woman's body is prepared fro pregnancy and birth, it undergoes through so many changes in just nine months that is not always easy to adapt to the new condition. A growing baby, a bigger and heavier bump, an expanding pelvis, a different posture, an increased amount of hormones and blood flow, water retention and an intense metabolic activity are just few of the many elements that characterise the state of pregnancy. Moreover, some other common physical discomforts of this period are headaches, back and neck pain, sciatic nerve issues, round ligament pain, constipation, contractions, nausea and vomit, short breath, sleeping disorders, etc. In order to peacefully enjoy your amazing nine months journey, your body should be helped out in dealing with its continuous evolution and treated with love and care. Not only the mum-to-be will benefit from a periodic osteopathic treatment, but also the baby in the womb will. He or she can keep growing inside a perfectly balanced environment free of tension, pain and inflammation. Osteopathy is also a great help in preparing your body for a gentler birth and to restore a perfect balance once your baby is born. Infant osteopathy and cranial osteopathy for babies Newborns can be treated, with a special type of osteopathy, from just one hour after birth. Their body is a wonderful system that can efficiently restore health. Not only osteopathy can help in resolving effects due to problems happened during pregnancy and birth (mother’s high blood pressure, infections, falls and traumas, illness, light or strong contractions, C-section, ventouse, forceps and difficult delivery, etc.), but also serious conditions such as plagiocephaly, incapability of lifting the head or to do certain movements, hip dysplasia, etc. More common infant troubles that can be successfully treated are difficult birth consequences, reflux, vomit, colitis, constipation, sleeping and breastfeeding issues, etc. Toddlers and Children From 12 months after birth, a toddler, and later on a child, is more and more independent, he or she will experiment new movements, will start to walk (and fall a lot!), perhaps to do dangerous things, but also his or her growing body will increasingly change and special attention it's vital in order to provide a healthy development. Osteopathic treatments are a profound help for their wellbeing. Treatments First Appointment Book now In order to provide the best care possibile, a first appointment is necessary so that I can understand better your or your little one’s needs. Because pregnancy and postpartum (or postnatal) are very peculiar time for both baby and mum, it is vital to have special care in treating your body. Similarly, a baby, a toddler and a child require a unique attention, their developing body will not only change constantly, but also has different needs in different times. If you or your little one have never done an osteopathic treatment with me or if our last osteopathic treatment was done more then one year ago, a first appointment is necessary in order to start properly a treatment plan or to update medical and osteopathic records. At the beginning of our first appointment, I will ask you questions about your whole pregnancy or, if the treatment is for your baby or child, about how was your pregnancy and birth. Moreover, we will go through the medical history and lifestyle, as well as any symptoms present. Afterwards, I will examine the body in order to make a complete and detailed diagnosis. If you are uncomfortable with any part of this, you have the right to ask me to stop at any stage, without prejudicing future treatments. With your consent, I will perform very gentle hands on osteopathic techniques which are perfectly tailored for pregnant women, new mums, babies and children with the aim to restore balance and a healthier condition. At the end of the session we will talk about the treatment and we can also design together the most suitable treatment plan for you or your baby or child. If you are pregnant or a new mum, let the osteopathic treatment help you during the whole pregnancy and after birth. Your body is a miracle and you and your baby deserve to fully enjoy this precious time. Osteopathy can also deeply help your baby, toddler or child in growing perfectly balanced and serene. Give them the chance to be free from tension from the very beginning. Time: Up to 1 hour Price: £75 Complete Follow-Up Book now The Complete Follow-Up treatment is the most efficient way to improve your or your little one's health. It is especially recommended after the first osteopathic appointment, at the beginning of the treatment plan and during the whole pregnancy. It deeply works in taking care of any bodily changes, that are inevitable especially during pregnancy, to better restore your, your baby's or child's physical condition and to speed up the healing process. During the assessment, which consists in a range of delicate tests thoroughly selected, we will talk about any improvements, changes and new symptoms that may have appeared since the past session. Then, I will proceed with a full osteopathic treatment which includes a range of tailored gentle hands on techniques with the aim to enhance the health and to promote relaxation and wellness. At the end of the session we will talk about the treatment done and what to do next in order to keep improving your little one's health or yours. A powerful way of taking care of your little one's health or yours. The healing process is a wonderful path where the osteopathic treatment is a trustworthy companion. Time: Up to 45 minutes Price: £70 Short Follow-Up Book now The Short Follow-up Treatment is great after few osteopathic treatments when the body already has release a good amount of tension and there aren't any acute pain or discomfort that need to be promptly tackled. Extremely useful in keeping a good quality of health and for check-ups. Moreover, because it requires less time compared to a complete follow-up, it is a good option for babies, toddlers and children that are impatient and cannot laid down quietly for a long time. After briefly talk about any improvements, changes and new symptoms while I will do a short osteopathic assessment with delicate tests thoroughly selected, I will perform some tailored gentle hands on techniques with the aim to ameliorate the health condition. At the end of the session we will talk about the treatment done and, if necessary, what to do next in order to keep improving your little one's health or yours. Keep improving and taking care your little one's wellbeing or yours, nothing is more worthy than be healthy. Time: Up to 30 minutes Price: £50

Reiki "Emotions is the chief source of all becoming-conscious. There can be no transforming of darkness into light and of apathy into movement without emotion. " - Carl Gustav Jung - About Reiki The word Reiki is made of two Japanese words - Rei which means "God's Wisdom or the Higher Power" and Ki which is "life force energy" and can be translated as "spiritually guided life force energy." Reiki is a Japanese technique that promotes balance and health and is good to reduce stress, increase relaxation and improve our emotional responses. It is based on the idea that an unseen "life force energy", that flows through us, is what causes us to be alive. When this “life force energy” is low, t’s more likely to get sick, feel stress or unwell. A state of unbalance can also negatively influence our emotions, thoughts and can generate physical problems. Restoring a good flow of energy, therefore, is essential in order to maintain a good quality of life and health. A Reiki session feels like a gentle and kind wave of radiance that flows through and around the person receiving the treatment. It can reach every aspect of a person (body, emotions, mind and spirit) creating many beneficial effects including a feeling of peace and calm. It is a simple, natural and safe method of healing that everyone can benefit. It also works well in conjunction with other medical or therapeutic techniques with the aim to relieve side effects and promote recovery. Reiki Treatments Standard Treatment Book now A perfect choice if you have enough time and you want to be in contact with your inner self in a more gentle way. You will experience a soft wave caressing your body and emotions while releasing tension and blocked energy. You will comfortably lay down with your eyes closed while I will use Reiki putting my hands above and/or on your chakras and some special body areas that need to be released and energised. If you feel uncomfortable in any way, you can stop me anytime. Step by step and on your own time, you will understand yourself more and reconnect with aspects of you that need to be seen and heard. "Conflict exists strictly as an opportunity to raise our consciousness". - Carl Gustav Jung - Time: 45 minutes Price: £70 Short Treatment Book now Even though you haven't got a lot of time, this is a great alternative to the extended or standard treatment. Sometimes, the most important thing is to dedicate a moment of total presence and love to yourself. You will comfortably sit or lay down with your eyes closed while I will use Reiki putting my hands above and/or on some areas that need to be released and energised. Thosecan be either chakras or specific points, depending on what has the priority and is more convenient for your situation that need to be released and energised. If you feel uncomfortable in any way, you can stop me anytime. Take advantage of the time you have got and let yourself fully enjoy of this blessing moment. Time: 30 minutes Price: £50 Extended Treatment Book now This is the best option for a full energetic bath and deep relaxation. You will receive this healing energy while you'll just enjoy this peaceful and restoring moment, which is a gift you deserve far from negative thoughts, stress and everyday problems. Immerse yourself in a gentle loving cloud of energy and let everything go. You will comfortably lay down with your eyes closed while I will use Reiki putting my hands above and/or on your chakras and special body areas that need to be released and energised. If you feel uncomfortable in any way, you can stop me anytime. Dedicate this time to be with yourself honestly, to be in touch with your emotions and your thoughts. Time: 60 minutes Price: £90

Classes From pregnancy to birth, from newborn to toddler From pregnancy to birth The miracle of life happens from the very beginning of pregnancy when two cells finally fuse together becoming a zygote. This increasingly proliferates and differentiates within just few days until evolving into a very small but already perfect human being. The wonderful time of pregnancy is essential not only for the formation of the baby, but also for the metamorphosis of the couple into new parents. A beautiful way for them to be prepared for the new arrival is to attend Hypnobirthing antenatal course so to learn about pregnancy and be ready for their baby's birth. Hypnobirthing is not only the answer for a calm and empowering birth, essential for both baby and mum, but it is also a perfect way for the parents to share relaxing and loving moments during the lasts moths (or weeks or days) of pregnancy. Giving birth could be gentle, calm and easy because it is one of the most natural process for a woman, her body is design for it. Learn how to achieve the best birth for you and your baby, be empowered and confident in yourself, you already are an amazing mum bearing a little miracle of life. From newborn to toddler Infant massage is the perfect way to bond with your baby. Research has demonstrated several clinical benefits for a baby massage, it can be done from birth and it is a gentle and healthy way to bond with your baby while stimulating his senses. Learn how to delicately touch your baby, how to stroke him and how to recognise what he likes and wants and what he doesn't. Have you ever heard of baby and toddler yoga classes ? You can attend the classes with your little one, while you both will have fun, your baby or toddler will also develop awareness and his entire body will benefit from a very gentle physical activity. Classes Hypnobirthing Book now A complete antenatal course, perfect for both couples and single mums, but also a marvellous way to learn more about your body, to enjoy your pregnancy and to experience the best labour and birth for you and your baby. ​ During the classes, you will understand the basic anatomy and physiology of birth, why and how hypnobirthing can help you in achieving the best birth possible for you and you baby, the options you have and how to make informed decision, anything you want to know about pregnancy, labour and birth. You will also receive essential materials for your practise and personalised support until the birth of your little one. Depends on your needs, you can choose between online or in person group classes, online or in person private classes, online or in person semi-private classes. Every pregnancy, labour and birth are different, but they are special and vital moments of yours and your baby's life. A good start it's the best gift ever for your little one and Hypnobirthing will help you with it. Trust your maternal instinct, feel empowered, feel ready. Learn more at www.hypnobirthinguk.co.uk Infant Massage Learn how to massage and gently touch your little one, the infant massage has many benefits for both mum and baby. It helps with common ailments such as constipation, trapped wind and colics, lack of sleep and fussiness. Research has demonstrated that is significantly helpful to mothers in dealing with postnatal depression, to preterm babies in gaining weight without increasing the milk intake and in general can strength the bond between mum and baby especially when bottle fed. You can choose in person or online group classes, in person or online private classes and in person or online semi-private classes. Book now Yoga for Babies and Toddlers The yoga classes for babies and toddlers consist in a series of gentle movements perfectly designed to stimulate your little one's body and nervous system. It will significantly increase his awareness and coordination while supporting his natural growth. You will learn how your baby or toddler moves, what results he achieve throughout the practise and what he likes to do. During classes your bond will strength even more and, even though it is not an adult yoga class, you will have lots of fun with your little one. You can choose to join group or private classes. Book now