Upcoming Classes,
Workshops, and Retreats
Nourishing Mother and Baby:
Your Journey to
Successful Breastfeeding
December 7
11am-1pm EST
Virtual
$200 USD
This 2 hour course is a nurturing journey that empowers expecting and new mothers with comprehensive knowledge and practical skills to cultivate a fulfilling breastfeeding experience. Rooted in the understanding that breastfeeding encompasses physical, emotional, and mental aspects, the course delves into anatomy and physiology, emphasizing the biological processes of lactation. It integrates evidence-based information on nutrition, hydration, and maternal well-being, recognizing their crucial roles in milk production and overall health. Beyond mechanics, the course fosters emotional preparedness, addressing common challenges like latch difficulties or concerns about milk supply with empathy and practical solutions. Guided by an experienced lactation specialist, participants explore techniques for relaxation, mindfulness, and bonding, promoting a supportive environment for both mother and baby. By emphasizing the holistic connection between mind, body, and spirit, this course equips mothers with the confidence and resilience needed to navigate their unique breastfeeding journey with joy and empowerment.
Full Lotus
Pelvic Health Workshop
January 18
In Person
$280 USD
(Re)discover the generative power housed in your pelvis. In yoga, this energy center (chakra) is called “swadisthana” - “the dwelling place of the self.” This area of our physical and energetic bodies holds incredible potential for creativity, vitality, healing, and intuition. When healthy, it can, in fact, gestate and birth a more authentic version of ourselves. Yet many women instead experience numbness, pain, and dis-ease in the pelvis. How can we ignite and balance this sacred energy center?
In this workshop you will:
be invited to reimagine the modern yoga practice, learning to channel energy downwards to your sacred lower energy centers for healthy fertility, pregnancy, birth, creativity, intimacy, digestion, spinal alignment, and more
gain a better understanding of pelvic anatomy, explore common misconceptions about pelvic floor exercises, and learn nuanced pelvic practices
practice ancient and modern techniques to awaken, balance, and harness the creative and healing power residing in the pelvis
learn a clear, step-by-step system for jumpstarting pelvic healing and leave with manageable action items
consider and remap personal, community, and institutional systems of support for female pelvic health
We will discuss safe exercises for various pathological conditions such as prolapse or incontinence, but this workshop is not intended to diagnose or treat specific pathologies. Instead we look beyond the physical symptoms and examine the problem holistically. What other factors could be influencing this imbalance and how can we support the body in its natural healing capacity? This potential for healing is a gift that is our birthright, and sometimes in order to heal bladder issues, for example, we need to have a long overdue conversation in addition to a practice of targeted, conscious pelvic floor exercises.
Get Down with Baby: Preparing for Conscious Movement After Birth
Coming Soon
6:00-7:15pm EST
In Person at The Wonder Lab
During pregnancy, a woman's body undergoes remarkable changes to support her developing baby. Hormonal shifts lead to increased blood volume, which causes physical changes such as weight gain, breast enlargement, and differences in skin elasticity. The growing uterus expands, exerting pressure on surrounding organs and leading to shifts in posture and alignment. Once the baby is born, it is typical for the mother to turn all of her attention toward caretaking, as she nurtures and attunes to this monumental addition to her life. She may find herself aware of every wriggle and twitch her newborn makes, yet can become out of touch with her own posture and movements. Her body awareness and nervous system have been dramatically shifted in pregnancy and birth, and for most women, this means assuming awkward positions in caring for baby.
In this class, you will practice moving your body safely and consciously while caring for and playing with your baby after birth. We will work on how to properly get up and down from the floor, incorporate yoga and productive stretching into your playtime and caretaking activities, discuss breastfeeding postures, and more. The last 15 minutes will be a sample of our Dancing For Birth™ class to celebrate your pregnancy. This is a movement class so please wear comfortable clothes and bring a yoga mat.
Light snacks provided.
Space is limited.
Prenatal Yoga
These 75-minute Hatha yoga classes will combine breathwork, visualization, and postures thoughtfully designed to help you feel at ease throughout your pregnancy and prepare you for the physical work and mental focus of birth. The community support and gentle guidance provided can also help address any fears, challenges, or discomfort you may be experiencing. Through precise sequencing and instruction, emphasis is placed on channeling energy downwards to the pelvis for a joyous and connected pregnancy. Open to all levels of yoga/movement experience.
Thursday mornings
9:30-10:45am
Dancing For Birth™
Tuesday mornings
9:30am-11am EST
Created by Stephanie Larson, Dancing For Birth™ class is your ‘trifecta’ of birth preparation. It’s feel-good prenatal fitness, childbirth education, and celebration of pregnancy, birth, and parenting, all rolled into one amazing class that supports you from pre-conception through postpartum and beyond. Move, laugh, relax and build confidence as you get all your pregnancy and birth questions answered.
“It was truly one of my most favorite things I did when I was pregnant.” -Sharon Elkins
“It helped me feel empowered and energized during my pregnancy and birth process” -Dawn Marie, RN
“Very informative, engaging, healing, releasing.” -Deniece, RN, MSN
Holistic childbirth education for an informed, empowered, and intuitive birth. This course combines movement practices that encourage embodiment and instinctual action with the knowledge and tools needed to navigate your experience, wherever you choose to give birth.
What does your ideal birth environment look and smell like? Are you sensitive to fluorescent lighting, certain colors, or beeping sounds? What might birth partners feel in their bodies as the birthing person is laboring? The Sensational Birth curriculum is framed around the senses to foster a better understanding of how mammalian birth works and to empower you to advocate for your specific needs. Yes, we cover stages of labor, medical interventions, and birth positions. We also go beyond traditional childbirth education by tuning into the nervous system, addressing often overlooked sensory details, and encouraging self exploration through embodied and artistic practices. In the Sounds of Birth module, for example, we discuss and practice vocalization and partners learn to listen to the birthing person to gauge labor progress. Join us and discover the sensual side of birth, particularly the mysterious “sixth sense” – intuition. This comprehensive course serves not only as birth planning and preparation, but as rehearsal for birth itself. Solo participants welcome, partner/doula attendance encouraged.
COMING SPRING 2025
