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December 2024 Student of the Month: Kayla
What would you tell a new parent considering taking prenatal or baby & me yoga classes?
I 100% recommend classes at PYLV. Of course the classes themselves are great, you learn a lot and move your body in ways geared towards motherhood, but what really stands out to me is the community and safe space that has been curated. As a more introverted person, that has been something difficult to find. Everyone is so welcoming and it’s easily the highlight of my week!
November 2024 Student of the Month: Jackie
What have you learned since taking classes with PYLV?
Like Angela says, “motion is lotion!” I’ve been regularly taking prenatal yoga classes since June and prenatal/ postnatal Pilates classes since September. I can’t thank Angela enough for all the amazing work she does for mommas and their families! I feel like I actualized my goals of becoming a healthier and stronger mom for my family.
Why You Need Restorative Yoga: A Guide for New Yoga Practitioners
Restorative yoga is a deeply nourishing and therapeutic practice that was developed by Judith Hanson Lasater, renowned yoga teacher, physical therapist and P.h.d., during a challenging period in her life. This practice is accessible for all stages of life, including fertility, pregnancy, postpartum, and beyond. Unlike more active forms of yoga, Restorative yoga focuses on long-held, supported poses using props like bolsters, pillows, blankets, blocks, straps, sandbags, and eye pillows. Poses are typically held for 5-20 minutes, allowing your body and mind to fully relax and absorb the benefits.
October 2024 Student of the Month: Paola
What would you tell a new parent considering taking prenatal or baby & me yoga classes?
I highly recommend taking prenatal and /or baby classes because we learn so much from the classes and attendees. I thought the best way to learn is from real-life experiences. Parents are also able to bond and become friends with each other.
August 2024 Student of the Month
My name is Giff. I have a daughter named Jasmine and she’s 13 months old. I’m from Thailand and have been living in USA for about 8 years. I’m full time mom and help take care of our family restaurant.
July 2024 Student of the Month
My name is Cassie and I am a first time mom to my baby boy Wesley (Wes for short) although we didn’t intend to, we picked that name after Wes Craven, horror film director. Me and my husband are big horror fans and Scream was both our first movie that got us into horror. I am an artist that loves to paint with acrylics and oils in my free time. I can’t wait to show Wesley how to paint and create with me.
June 2024 Student of the Month
When did you start taking classes with PYLV?
I started taking classes in February of 2023 when I was about 2 months pregnant. Angela made it so easy to get started and I loved that I could start with zoom classes, especially as I was battling severe morning sickness during my first trimester. I was then able to attend classes in person after the morning sickness subsided, and thanks to Angela it was easy to shift from zoom to in person classes. I always felt very welcomed.
May 2024 Student of the Month
How has your practice impact your parenting?
It impacts so many different areas, PYLV is a whole-person approach, where you train your body, mind, and soul. It helps me to reduce my physical symptoms during pregnancy. Also, it helps me to reduce my anxiety and makes me feel that I am not alone in this journey.
March 2024 Student of the Month
What would you tell a new parent considering taking prenatal or baby & me yoga classes?
Its an amazing experience As a new parent or even someone who is not a first time mom its a great community and like-minded moms who just there to support each other and build a community. As well as you can get great little workout while you pregnant and after you give birth gives you a safe place to bring your little ons where they can play and socialize while you connect with other moms and break a little sweat in thread the needle pose!:)
Yoga for Pelvic Girdle Pain
Pelvic girdle pain (PGP) is one of the most common complaints I hear from my prenatal students. PGP varies in severity and areas of pain. PGP maybe a persistent on-going pain or triggered by certain movements, or a combination of both.