Tips for Bringing Your Baby to a Postnatal Pilates Class

Bringing your baby to postnatal Pilates class can be a great way to ease back into exercise after giving birth without the complications of needing a babysitter or trying to figure out feeds! However, it can also be quite daunting, especially if it's your first time and your bub is still quite young. Here at Articulate we want to make sure leaving the house with your bub is an enjoyable experience. Here are our tips for making the experience as smooth as possible!

Firstly, make sure you bring everything you might need for your baby. This includes nappies, wipes, a change of clothes, food and drink, a blanket to lay on, toys to keep them entertained and anything else you think they might need. It's better to be safe than sorry, but never fear, other mums are always happy to help if you forget something important.

Secondly, keep your expectations low. It's likely that your baby will spend most of the class sleeping or eating, and that's perfectly normal. Don't expect to get a full workout in! Instead, focus on enjoying the time spent with your little one and being gentle with yourself as you ease back into exercise.

Thirdly, give yourself plenty of time to get there. Arriving rushed and stressed is not going to set you up for a relaxing class! Aim to arrive at least 15 minutes early so you can get yourself and your baby settled.

Bring anything you need for you! In the early days a spare top and some breast pads are often vital. Nothing is worse than trying to exercise will covered in spit up or leaking!

Finally, know that it will get easier. The first few postnatal Pilates classes might be a bit of a challenge, but stick with it and things will start to become more familiar (and less stressful!) in no time. Soon, you'll be wondering why you ever found it difficult in the first place!
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Our Tarragindi Postnatal Pilates Classes are the perfect way to rehab and build strength post birth, and a lovely low pressure way to meet other mamas! We have intakes starting every few weeks - get in touch if you want to find out more! Call us on 07 3706 3407 or email info@articulatephysiotherapy.com.au - our Tarragindi Physiotherapists would love to meet you and your little one :)