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"To the world you might be one person, but to one person you might be the world." ~Anonymous

Giving birth was an act of surrender,

suddenly I was no longer the center of the

universe. The light so bright that the love

for this child will lift you out of the middle into

celebration. Let your "self" fall away and become

something greater than what you have ever

imagined." ~Gurmukh Khalsa

What is Prenatal Yoga?

Prenatal Yoga is an empowering class designed to inspire women to give birth as naturally and actively as possible, enabling the expectant mother to feel in control of her pregnancy and delivery. Prenatal Yoga prepares you both physically and mindfully for your journey of labor and passage into motherhood.

This class is designed to keep you comfortable throughout your pregnancy, by addressing specific needs of each expectant mother. It also focuses on preparing the physical self with strengthening, stretching and breathing; and the mindful self with vocal toning, breath, and visualization. This unique combination helps you discover your own body wisdom allowing you to instinctually listen and trust your inner voice. Your intuitive awareness of your unborn baby will deepen, creating a lifelong bond between you and this new life within.

Yoga will support you as you make appropriate decisions for a safe and healthful pregnancy and birth.

Be sure to consult your physician or midwife before beginning a prenatal yoga practice or any other form of physical exercise.

Child Pose

Cat and Cow Stretch

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Testimonials from Prenatal Students

"I wanted to thank you for all your support and care during my pregnancy. Being at Lotus Yoga prenatal class was one of the best parts of my pregnancy. The class helped lift my spirit, and to stay focused while meeting other woman who were going through the same experiences. Your teachings helped me incredibly and the Couples Yoga class was key for us during labor. We have a healthy and happy boy, and some of that we owe to you! I highly recommend your class...It was truly a blessing for us. Thanks again!"

     ~Lorna, David and Baby Davien

"I wanted to have a natural childbirth experience but didn't know what to expect since it was my first pregnancy. I took all the childbirth classes and also prenatal yoga with Melissa Little. When it came time for labor I relied mainly on my yoga practice to see me through. Many of the labor positions asked of me felt so natural because of Melissa's instruction. And it was the yoga breath I used rather than the lamaze technique. My midwife complemented me on my extreme inner focus during labor. I met my goal of delivering naturally and could not have done it without yoga or Melissa. Now I am back with pregnancy number two!!!!"

     ~Betsy Landers

"I can't begin to tell you how beneficial I found Melissa's prenatal class! The environment she creates is so nurturing and supportive that I felt her class was a perfect fit from day one! I only wish I had found it sooner....Regularly practicing the poses and stretches she showed us kept leg cramps away, and eased the pain in my back considerably. If that was all I got from prenatal yoga, I would have been grateful, but there was so much more to the class than the physical benefits....Thanks for all you do, Melissa!"

     ~Allison Arey

"I am so thankful for all the help Melissa gave me during my pregnancy, delivery and postpartum period. Melissa's prenatal class gave me confidence during pregnancy, a coping mechanism during labor and reassurance during my phase of being a new mom....I cherished the prenatal classes....I thank her for sharing her beautiful womanly/motherly wisdom with us."

     ~Jennifer Perry-Hildalgo

Namaste!