Aquanatal® classes are a safe way to exercise and prepare yourself for the birth of your baby, regain strength and fitness after birth
Classes begin with a warm-up to loosen muscles and avoid strains, followed by a cardio section, resistance exercises and pelvic floor exercises. The buoyancy of the water enables you to participate in the class at your preferred intensity without overloading, straining or jarring your joints. You will be encouraged to work at your own pace; whether that be a full work out or a gentle fitness session. We use a variety of floats and noodles and all the equipment you need is provided.
You will also benefit from a mix of birth preparation exercises, active birth tips, breathing and relaxation. Many of these topics are also beneficial if you are planning a caesarean section birth. You will meet other expectant mums from the local area and Clare can answer any questions you may have.
Labour Loot Aquanatal® classes
Labour Loot Aquanatal® exercise classes will launch on the Northern Beaches in August 2024!
Labour Loot Aquanatal® classes are specifically designed for women during pregnancy and after birth. Run by Clare, an experienced Midwife, mum and qualified Aquanatal® instructor, the 55-minute low-impact classes take place in a heated swimming pool in Brookvale (Northern Beaches, Sydney). Classes focus on cardio, strengthening, core, balance, pelvic floor, relaxation, birth preparation – as well as a good dose of fun!
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PHYSICAL BENEFITS:
Increase stamina and fitness; may help you achieve a shorter, more active labour
Relieve back pain, swelling and many other discomforts of pregnancy
Improve recovery after birth
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EMOTIONAL BENEFITS:
Exercise helps alleviate antenatal and postnatal depression
Boost your mood, energy, reduce stress
Social - meet local mums and mums-to-be
Improved night’s sleep after class
Enjoy an hour to yourself
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IMPORTANCE OF PELVIC FLOOR EXERCISES IN PREGNANCY:
Prepare pelvic floor muscles for labour
Reduce risk of persistent incontinence during pregnancy and after birth
Improved bladder and bowel control
Reduced risk of prolapse
Better recovery from birth and surgery
Increased sexual sensation
Water-based activities in pregnancy (like Aquanatal® classes) are safe and recommended by doctors
The Royal Australian and New Zealand College of Obstetricians and Gynaecologists (RANZCOG) recommend that pregnant women participate in a moderate level of exercise (aerobic and strengthening) for at least 30 minutes every day. RANZCOG also recommends regular pelvic floor exercises and encourages swimming and other water-based activities. Labour Loot Aquanatal® classes incorporate all of these recommendations.
How can I find out when classes launch?
Register your details and I’ll keep you updated with class details when they are announced, you can also follow Labour Loot Aquanatal® on Instagram for ongoing updates.
All Labour Loot Aquanatal® participants also receive:
$5 off TENS machine hire and/or $10 off a Birth Box from Labour Loot.
20% off your first term booking into parent and child classes at NS Swim School Brookvale. Further discounts are offered if you introduce new families to their program.
Free birth comb if you refer a friend to Aquanatal® classes from Labour Loot (ask your friend to put your name as the referral source in the booking form).
Labour Loot also stocks Partum Panties disposable undies, Original Silverette® Nursing Cups, birth/acupressure combs, Clary Sage oil, heat patches that last 12 hours for ealry labour and after birth cramps, perineal ice packs and more.
Follow Labour Loot on Instagram: @labour_loot
