Has anyone tried any antenatal yoga DVD's?

Jo1984 · Dec 15th, 2009, 08:09 AM

I've been looking on internet at some but I dont know if there's any to avoid? Or any that are better than others??

Any ideas??

Thanks
J xx

Sparx · Dec 15th, 2009, 08:12 AM

I recently got "Yoga With Nerissa : Pregnancy & Childbirth" and I hate it. The woman's voice is SO annoying and really all you do is sit around and stretch. I didn't feel warm let alone sweaty! I definitely wouldn't get it again!!!

Maybe check with your local library - they may have some you can hire before buying? Or if you're with Love Film you could get a few to try?

Jo1984 · Dec 15th, 2009, 08:35 AM

Thanks - Thats a good idea to hire one

I don't think you're supposed to get sweaty during yoga (might be wrong though) it's just meant to tone muscles etc.

I feel too dizzy to do any "proper" exercisse, like on my stepper etc so thought Yoga might help me keep in shape a bit without having to get too hot & bothered.

Joanne xx

chele · Dec 15th, 2009, 08:37 AM

Have you thought about classes? I love them as I get to meet other pregnant ladies too xx

Jo1984 · Dec 15th, 2009, 14:17 PM

Thats also a good idea!

How would I find out where classes are in my area though??

Joanne xx

chele · Dec 15th, 2009, 14:26 PM

I just did an internet search and found one up the road, but I live in a city and there were loads of options. or you could ask your midwife

Jo1984 · Dec 15th, 2009, 14:49 PM

Do you think it's helped / helping you relax etc??

Joanne xx

chele · Dec 15th, 2009, 14:53 PM

Yes definitely, even if you get a DVD you can use the techniques to help you when you're feeling stressed.

I like the classes as I like someone to explain in my time what to do and love getting the chance to meet other ladies who are pregnant and discuss what we're going through.

I like that we get a nice 15 minute relaxation at the end and you can learn to use this technique once the baby is born. Apparently 30 minutes of this yoga sleep is equal to 2 hours deep sleep.

Jo1984 · Dec 15th, 2009, 14:56 PM

Sounds great! Might have to ask about it at my 16 week appt tomorrow .

Thanks

Joanne xx

chele · Dec 15th, 2009, 14:58 PM

Let me know if you get one/find a class

Chele x

Dec 15th, 2009, 08:09 AM	#1
Jo1984 Mum (Mom) Chat Happy BnB Member Join Date: Nov 2009 Location: Washington (UK - Near Newcastle) Posts: 1,633	Has anyone tried any antenatal yoga DVD's? I've been looking on internet at some but I dont know if there's any to avoid? Or any that are better than others?? Any ideas?? Thanks J xx

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Dec 15th, 2009, 08:12 AM	#2
Sparx Pregnant (Expecting) Active BnB Member Join Date: Aug 2009 Posts: 219	I recently got "Yoga With Nerissa : Pregnancy & Childbirth" and I hate it. The woman's voice is SO annoying and really all you do is sit around and stretch. I didn't feel warm let alone sweaty! I definitely wouldn't get it again!!! Maybe check with your local library - they may have some you can hire before buying? Or if you're with Love Film you could get a few to try?

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Dec 15th, 2009, 08:35 AM	#3
Jo1984 Mum (Mom) Chat Happy BnB Member Join Date: Nov 2009 Location: Washington (UK - Near Newcastle) Posts: 1,633	Thanks - Thats a good idea to hire one I don't think you're supposed to get sweaty during yoga (might be wrong though) it's just meant to tone muscles etc. I feel too dizzy to do any "proper" exercisse, like on my stepper etc so thought Yoga might help me keep in shape a bit without having to get too hot & bothered. Joanne xx

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Dec 15th, 2009, 08:37 AM	#4
chele Mum (Mom) BnB Elite Join Date: Apr 2009 Location: Sheffield Posts: 10,837	Have you thought about classes? I love them as I get to meet other pregnant ladies too xx

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Dec 15th, 2009, 14:17 PM	#5
Jo1984 Mum (Mom) Chat Happy BnB Member Join Date: Nov 2009 Location: Washington (UK - Near Newcastle) Posts: 1,633	Thats also a good idea! How would I find out where classes are in my area though?? Joanne xx

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chele Mum (Mom) BnB Elite Join Date: Apr 2009 Location: Sheffield Posts: 10,837	I just did an internet search and found one up the road, but I live in a city and there were loads of options. or you could ask your midwife

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Dec 15th, 2009, 14:49 PM	#7
Jo1984 Mum (Mom) Chat Happy BnB Member Join Date: Nov 2009 Location: Washington (UK - Near Newcastle) Posts: 1,633	Do you think it's helped / helping you relax etc?? Joanne xx

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Dec 15th, 2009, 14:53 PM	#8
chele Mum (Mom) BnB Elite Join Date: Apr 2009 Location: Sheffield Posts: 10,837	Yes definitely, even if you get a DVD you can use the techniques to help you when you're feeling stressed. I like the classes as I like someone to explain in my time what to do and love getting the chance to meet other ladies who are pregnant and discuss what we're going through. I like that we get a nice 15 minute relaxation at the end and you can learn to use this technique once the baby is born. Apparently 30 minutes of this yoga sleep is equal to 2 hours deep sleep.

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Dec 15th, 2009, 14:56 PM	#9
Jo1984 Mum (Mom) Chat Happy BnB Member Join Date: Nov 2009 Location: Washington (UK - Near Newcastle) Posts: 1,633	Sounds great! Might have to ask about it at my 16 week appt tomorrow . Thanks Joanne xx

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chele Mum (Mom) BnB Elite Join Date: Apr 2009 Location: Sheffield Posts: 10,837	Let me know if you get one/find a class Chele x

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