ABOUT BIRTHLIGHT

The Birthlight Trust is an educational charity, set up in Cambridge, that over the last 15 years has developed simple practices inspired by Yoga and the parenting style of Amazonian forest people to reach an increasing number of parents, midwives, teachers and carers. The application of adapted exercises and relaxation also in the water, has proved most beneficial to pregnancy, birth and the first crucial years of child development.

Our charter is contained in the word Birthlight, birthing lightly using the breath and the awareness of breathing without due strain, and also to the light, the spiritual dimension of birth, which is often forgotten.

Developing Birthlight with parents and carers of many countries and backgrounds has meant encouraging creative parenting. Our aim is to build a sound, positive foundation for life in ways that suit and nourish your family, however it is defined.

The range of classes available are designed to take you from conception to your child’s third year; Birthlight continually strives to use the latest research findings in the development of additional classes that build on your expertise.

All Birthlight certified teachers have undergone rigorous training, which is continually updated. All of them adhere to a stringent code of practice. Birthlight courses are either accredited or professionally recognised.

FROM CONCEPTION TO BIRTH

Birthlight classes offer a relaxed environment in which you can prepare for conception and enjoy the various stages of your pregnancy to the full with your growing baby. Birthlight's birth practices are internationally acclaimed for their gentle efficacy. All Birthlight’s classes are taught by certified instructors or midwives.

	Yoga for conception (women) Effortless exercises specially deigned for promoting pelvic awareness and relaxation towards conception.
	Pregnancy Yoga (Prenatal Yoga 14 weeks to birth) Birthlight has been one of the pioneers of pregnancy yoga classes in the UK, Carefully adapted classic yoga postures and breathing exercises promote fitness during pregnancy, both physically and emotionally. Simple yoga for pregnancy, providing exercises that you can practice at home during your pregnancy.
	Pregnancy YogaCise (Prenatal YogaCise 14 weeks to birth) Pregnancy YogaCise is an original set of simple and fun yoga based exercises for pregnancy designed to alleviate discomfort, aid relaxation and ease your transition to motherhood.
	Pregnancy Aqua Yoga (Prenatal Aqua Yoga Conception to birth) Pregnancy Aqua Yoga uses the freedom of water and Yoga relaxation to create a weightless space for enjoying your growing baby.
	Birth Preparation (women and couples from 34 weeks) Birth Preparation workshops are an informal class which help you prepare for welcoming your baby with simple steps and useful tips. Focusing on one of the most important events of your life with other couples. Making all the difference.
	Waterbirth Workshops (women and couples from 34 weeks) Practicing moving in the birthing pool and breathing in water will enhance your waterbirth experience.

AFTER BIRTH

Once you have your baby in your arms Birthlight postnatal classes are there to help you and your family make the most of this experience. All classes are based on cutting edge research and infant development.

	Postnatal Yoga (from birth to 6 months) Postnatal Yoga classes include a gentle progression of yoga poses for toning your body and renewing your strength.
	Postnatal YogaCise (from birth to 6 months) Postnatal YogaCise classes include easy relaxing yoga-based movements geared to get you back into shape even if you are new to yoga.
	Postnatal Aqua Yoga (from birth to 6 months) Postnatal Aqua Yoga uses the freedom of the water and Yoga based movements to recover strength and tone after giving birth.
	Baby Nurture (Parents and babies from birth to 6 months) Baby Nurture classes include massage and gentle movement; a relaxing exploration of positive touch for you and your baby together.
	Baby Yoga (Parents and babies, 4 weeks to 3 years) Birthlight’s Baby Yoga classes incorporate interactive yoga-based practices, benefiting both babies and parents alike. A foundation for trust, joy and self-confidence. As your baby becomes more mobile SMART (Stretch Move And Relax Together) Toddler Yoga provide the transition from babyhood to independent movement.
	Baby Swimming (Parents and babies, 4 weeks to 3 years) Birthlight’s internationally renowned approach to baby swimming (infant aquatics), from newborn floating to toddler swimming.

YOGA FOR HEALTH & WELLBEING

	Aqua Yoga for Health Aqua Yoga is a natural and all-encompassing way to promote and sustain fitness and health. It offers a gentle and easily available way to enjoy movement and breathing by using the supportive element of water.
	Well Woman Yoga Well Woman Yoga, special women’s classes, cater for individual needs related to reproductive health, before conception, between pregnancies or whenever women are drawn to nurture themselves in a more attentive way.