Baby yoga online
Welcome
Welcome to my baby yoga zoom and recorded sessions.
Thank you for joining me!
These classes are suitable for babies from 8 weeks to crawling.
Please follow the links below to join the live zoom classes every Wednesday at 1.30pm .
These will also be recorded and added below for you to watch anytime.
I will list resources you could use with the class.
We will mainly use :
Scarf , ball , shaker and bubbles.
Any other resources will be things you have at home.
I look forward to seeing you online soon.
Love
Elisa xxx
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Why Baby yoga?
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The style of baby yoga taught is based on Hatha yoga – the union of balance of body and mind. We also incorporate dry massage, soft stretches and gentle movements making is a appropriate for babies, ensuring it’s a fun and rewarding experience for both parent and baby.
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Classes can be taken from around 12 weeks, or at least when they can hold their own head up. Younger babies can join and we can adapt some of the moves, however the minimum age would be 8 weeks.
Because yoga is quite interactive, you will find it benefits babies when they’re a little older.
Baby yoga is an interactive routine performed with a baby.
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Mums help baby into carefully developed movements that work well for baby’s tender body. The movements include gentle stretching of the limbs, practice of breathing by imitating their mothers breathing patterns.
Benfits of baby yoga
Baby yoga has similar benefits with that of baby massage, including:
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relief of ailments such as colic, reflux, constipation and wind
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stimulation of the digestive system and circulatory system
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relaxing and calming for both baby and yourself
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improve sleep patterns
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further develop bonding and communication
Yoga helps blockages of tension in the body. Tension can block the flow of energy and cause the body to tighten and become painful. For example, a colicky baby may have tension in the digestive system. Baby yoga can help relieve this. Practicing baby yoga may have many benefits for babies. Here are just a few of the benefits you may see.
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Aids in strengthening the spine
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Improves muscle condition
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Imparts flexibility of the joints
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Improves breathing and oxygen intake
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Improves balance and co-ordination
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Develops physical confidence, spatial and body awareness
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Calms and relaxes both mother and baby
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Improves relaxation and encouraging sleep for longer
Safety guidelines
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If your baby has a health condition, please check with your health professional before doing the classes.
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Babies must be at least 8 weeks , and have reasonable neck and head control to do the classes. Safety guidelines and adaptation will be explained during the class for each move.
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If your baby is unwell, it is best not to attend the class. If your baby is crying excessively and cannot be comforted, he/she may be ill. Never practice on a distressed baby, or if your baby is limp, pale, has a temperature, or any difficulties breathing. Please seek appropriate medical help.
Baby Bear recommends to leave 48 hours after your baby’s immunisations before doing baby yoga.
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Bonus content
Here are some extra goodies for you and baby!
Nurture Journal
Have you used a journal before? I have found writing my thoughts and feelings in a journal , a very useful tool to help process my thoughts and emotions , but also remind myself that my feelings are valid and important too. I have created this journal with you in mind! I hope it helps you and you and enjoy using it as much as I have enjoyed creating it for you .
Guided meditation
Take some time just for you . Self care is so important when you're a mum.
We can't pour from an empty cup .
Baby yoga
Baby yoga Wednesday 20th January 1.30pm Woodland week
Space week!
You will need :
2 pieces of material / contrasting texture eg blanket and a scarf
chiffons or scarves
shaker
Bubbles
animal themed toy
book ( that's not my book or any baby book)
Baby yoga Nursery Rhyme
Nursery rhyme week
You will need :
chiffons or scarves
ball
shaker
Bubbles
any nursery rhyme themed toys/ books
Baby yoga Jungle week
Space week!
You will need :
chiffons or scarves
ball
drum or anything to bang
shaker
Bubbles
animal themed toy
any space, planet, shiny inspired toys
Baby yoga Space week
Space week!
You will need :
chiffons or scarves
ball
create soft space so duvet and blanket
shaker
Bubbles
any space, planet, shiny inspired toys
Baby yoga
Colours week
chiffons or scarves
ball
shaker
Bubbles
Any 3 toys the same colour
Baby yoga
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chiffons or scarves
ball
shaker
Bubbles
Any 3 toys the same colour