Womb In Bloom

29/03/2025

🌸 Fascinating New Research Confirms What We've Known All Along - The Fourth Trimester Is Real! 🌸

A groundbreaking study of over 300,000 births has provided the first biological evidence of what midwives and mothers have long understood - the postpartum journey extends far beyond those first few weeks.

Key findings:
📊 Only 47% of the body's systems return to pre-pregnancy levels in the first month
📊 Many changes take 6 months or more to stabilise
📊 Some measurements take up to a year to return to pre-pregnancy levels

This research beautifully validates the concept of Matrescence; the profound transformation into motherhood, and shows it's not just emotional and spiritual, but deeply physiological too.

At Womb In Bloom, we honour this sacred transition. Our gentle movement and meditation practices are designed to support you through pregnancy and well into your fourth trimester journey.

Remember: Your body is doing exactly what it needs to do, in exactly the time it needs to do it. 🤰🏻 💕

Data from 300,000 births reveal how essential biological measurements are altered by carrying and delivering a baby.

06/01/2025

Happy New Baby! 💗

I'm excited to share our Prenatal yoga & Qi gong sessions return this coming Saturday.

As someone who discovered the incredible benefits of gentle movement during my own pregnancy I know how overwhelming this time can be. Sometimes you just need a calm space to breathe, move, and connect - both with your baby and other mums who get it.

These sessions aren't about striking the perfect pose or pushing yourself to a new edge.
They're about:
• Finding comfort in your changing body
• Learning breathing techniques that actually help
• Meeting other local mums-to-be
• Taking 75 minutes just for you and your baby

Starting this Saturday (Jan 11th), 9:30-10:45 AM. Wear whatever feels comfortable - leggings and a soft top are perfect. Absolute beginners are more than welcome!

Have questions? I'd love to hear from you in the comments or send me a message.
For more details: www.wombinbloom.com

P.S. Making new friends during pregnancy can be tough - feel free to bring a pregnant friend along!

21/06/2024

International Day Of Yoga 2024

International day of yoga is an opportunity to give thanks for the profound gift of yoga and to honour our teachers and their lineages.

This year’s theme is Yoga For Self and Society. Yoga is a non-sectarian science of transformation that offers a truly holistic approach to health and wellbeing. Self care has always been a central part of the practice and philosophy of yoga long before became a hashtag!

I first discovered the healing power of yoga in my early teens. In a dusty old school hall at the end of my first yoga class lying in Savasana I experienced a felt sense of coming home. Ever since it has been my compass on life’s journey and my passion to teach and share!

Yoga offers both the tools and a rich and relevant philosophy to house them in. As much as anything yoga is a practice that fosters self-reliance, equanimity and a deeper more authentic connection with self and society.

13/04/2024

Lovely new mamas Laura and Kobi enjoying a cup of our organic Pregnancy tea after our Prenatal Yoga & Qi Gong class this morning. Nothing like a gentle stretch, some deep relaxation, great company and few laughs to get your weekend off to a great start! If you’re pregnant and looking for some bliss out ‘me’ time come join us! 🤰 💖🤰💖🤰💖 And, no, you don’t have to wear stripes! Purely coincidental!! 😉 🖤 🤍

06/03/2024

Embracing Change Together 💞

For over 20 years, I’ve had the honor of guiding many of you through prenatal yoga, witnessing the strength and beauty of motherhood. And now, we stand at another threshold, navigating the often misunderstood ebbs and flows of menopause.

Hot flashes, anxiety, night sweats, mood swings... these are not just symptoms; they’re whispers of our bodies seeking balance. Please know you are not alone. You are so not alone! By 2025, over one billion women globally will be experiencing menopause. Imagine the collective wisdom and strength we hold!

🌟 This weekend, I invite you to join us for a nourishing online Menopause Summit, where I’ll share my favorite practices to soothe the emotional roller coaster that can accompany menopause. 🎢 💗

You’ll discover a treasure trove of knowledge from an inspiring lineup of speakers who will offer:
🩷 Holistic insights
💡 Empowering strategies
🔬 Cutting-edge research
🎙️ Heartfelt narratives

And, if you can’t join us live, don’t worry! The Summit will be recorded, and you can access it later – complete with a Bonus Bundle of enriching podcasts and resources to support you on your journey.

🧘‍♀️ For my fellow yoga teachers and therapists, this is also a wonderful opportunity to earn 6 CPD points while deepening your practice and teaching.

Secure your spot for a weekend of connection, understanding, and growth:
[Book A Spot Here](https://yogaaustralia.org.au/.../official-yoga-australia...)

Together, let’s transform the way we experience menopause, turning what’s inevitable into a passage marked with wisdom, dignity, and yes, even a bit of ease. 💕

06/03/2024

As many of you know I’ve been teaching Prenatal Yoga for quite a while now. Over two decades in fact!
A lot of the lovely mamas I taught back then are now reaching Peri/Menopause.

If you’re struggling with uncomfortable symptoms like Hot Flashes, Anxiety, Night Sweats and Mood Swings please know you’re not alone.
You’re so not alone!
In fact, by 2025 over one billion women will be living with Menopause worldwide!!!

If you’re looking for a more natural approach to easing symptoms and reducing overwhelm please join us for the Menopause Summit (online) this weekend (link below 👇🏼).

I’ll be sharing my favourite practice for managing the emotional roller coaster of Menopause 😉 🤫

We have an amazing line-up of speakers sharing;
🩷 Expert advice
💡 Practical Tips
🔬Latest Research
🎙️Compassionate Storytelling

Can't attend on the day? The Summit will be recorded and available for purchase to view along with a Bonus Bundle of Podcasts and resources.

Book A Spot Here:
https://yogaaustralia.org.au/event-course/official-yoga-australia-event-menopause-summit/

Yoga Teachers and Yoga Therapists Earn 6 CPD Points

25/02/2024

We’re just under TWO WEEKS away from the Menopause Summit 🙌

Empower your Menopause Naturally …

Hear expert advice and practical tools from a range of wonderful presenters, including:

⭐ Jane Hardwicke-Collings
⭐ Dr Wendy Sweet
⭐ Petra Coveney
⭐ Judy Mort
⭐ Margot Porter
⭐ Angela Counsel
⭐ Janet McGeever
⭐ Fiona Donohoe-Bales

As a member of the Yoga Australia, Yoga Therapy Committee I am delighted to be finally putting Menopause on the Map of Awareness! We have been inundated with requests to participate and contribute, so we cannot wait to share this full day event with you all.

Invite your friends & family to help prepare for and understand the changes that Menopause brings, along with natural healing alternatives.

Can’t join us on the day? The event will be recorded and available for purchase to view in your own time.

REGISTER NOW > Link in Bio

15/01/2024

🌸 Happy New Baby News! 🌸

Thrilled to announce that our Prenatal Yoga + Qi Gong classes are back in bloom starting this Saturday (20 January)! 🧘‍♀️✨

Join our warm and nurturing prenatal sessions, perfectly crafted for any stage of your pregnancy. These classes are your haven to cherish yourself and the little life growing within you.

Wave goodbye to pregnancy discomforts like backache, hip pain, and disturbed sleep. Our sessions are tailored to soothe pregnancy aches, ease your mind, and energise your body.

Whether you're a yoga newbie or a seasoned pro, Fiona, our expert in yoga therapy for pregnancy, will guide you to a practice that's safe, enjoyable, and uniquely yours.

Get ready to leave each class feeling serene, rejuvenated, and more connected to your baby.

22/12/2023

🎄✨ Season's Greetings to All Our Wonderful Mamas! ✨🎄

As we step into the holiday season, we want to wish you and your families a time of joy, rest, and rejuvenation. May your homes be filled with laughter, your hearts with love, and your new year with health and happiness! 🌟

Here's to a thriving and vibrant 2024 for all! 🎉

Please note our holiday hours:
Dec 23: Open
Dec 30: Closed
Jan 6: Open