It is a wonderful way to incorporate the whole family and strengthen the connections and feelings of closeness while relieving the typical discomforts that may accompany pregnancy.
Studies have shown that by immersing yourself in water you have better control of weight gain, less edema, and reduced back pain. Studies are also showing that water has a mildly meditative, relaxing effect when we are in, on or under water. In addition to the physical relief it is a calming and relaxing way to focus on yourself, and bond with your partner and your baby. There are many links between physical well-being and mental health, an important link is that it helps create a more calm and conscious pregnancy and birth, and makes women less prone to suffer from postpartum depression.
There are different aspects to Perinatal Water TherapySM, from gentle exercises to help relieve physical discomfort, to relaxation, baby in belly and mommy bonding, couple bonding, newborn bathing and sibling bonding.
The father, often forgotten during pregnancy, plays a very important and active role in Couple Bonding Perinatal Water TherapySM, which provides a unique opportunity to bond with the mother and his baby in utero.
Classes can be offered in groups or privately, individually or as a couple, with other children or family members, in your home pool or arranged elsewhere.
Sessions start at $30.
Here are some images to show you what Perinatal Water TherapySM looks like.
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| Couple Bonding |
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| Gentle group exercises |
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| Newborn remembrance bath |
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| Baby in belly and mommy bonding |
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| Sibling bonding |
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| Relaxation- Swaying |