Eating well and healthy during pregnancy is one of the best things you can do not only for you but also for your baby. “Eating for two” advice is not healthy. It is important to maintain a healthy weight gain as you are getting enough nutrients to fuel your baby’s growth. 300 extra daily calories
As nutrition is a key element for a health pregnancy, private consultations will help you get a personalized nutrition plan. Book a private appointment with our nutritionist
As nutrition is a key element for a health pregnancy together with exercise, our classes about pregnancy nutrition and postpartum allow you to learn about healthy eating habits, important nutrients, appropriate weight gain and weight loss, and a healthy diet to meet your energy requirements Pregnancy Nutrition class is a group setting class in person
The weight you should gain during your pregnancy depends on your weight before you got pregnant. The BMI (Body Mass Index) is often used as an indication about the health of weight for your height If you are underweight with a MBI under 18.5, the recommended total weight gain is between 28 to 40 pounds
It is best to transition back to physical activity with a postpartum-specific type of exercise as your body is recovering from pregnancy, labor, and a couple of weeks or months of sleep deprivation, hormonal imbalance, breastfeeding and low physical activity engagement Exercise with a focus on a healthy core and posture Pelvic floor exercises Caution
Sign- up to class to book your spot Make sure you have already discussed with your OBGYN your willingness to resume exercise during your postpartum check and that you are released to exercise Come 10 minutes prior to class time
A mat A baby carrier A pair of dumbbells (2-3 Lbs. weights) Non-slippery socks for safety and hygiene Water bottle Your diaper bag and all you need for your baby Baby Blanket
Depending on the type of delivery you had, you may start exercising after giving birth at different times. If you had a healthy pregnancy and a normal vaginal delivery, you may be able to start exercising again soon after the baby is born. 6-week postpartum with a vaginal delivery 8-week postpartum with a C-section delivery
Per ACOG (The American College of Obstetricians and gynecologists) guidelines, postpartum women should exercise at least 150 minutes of moderate-intensity-aerobic activity per week. Thus, we recommend the following: 2 to 3 times a week – Body Belly Baby BBB Mommy & Me Classes 2 to 3 times a week – Walk 30 minutes daily Listen
Always start with a postpartum designed class to avoid hurting yourself or making some postpartum conditions worse. Aim to stay active for 30 minutes a day and try simple postpartum exercises. Mommy & Me classes Postpartum Pilates Kegel exercises to prevent urinary incontinence Diastasis Recti – safe exercises to prevent from deepening the abdominal separation
