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The Power of Friendship and Yoga: Michelle and Sabrina’s Story
Friendship is a powerful bond, but when shared life experiences, like motherhood, are added to the mix, it creates something extraordinary. This is the story of Michelle and Sabrina—two long-time friends who have deepened their connection through Baby & Me Yoga, finding strength not only in their practice but also in their friendship.
Together, they’ve embraced the joys and challenges of motherhood while watching their daughters grow and thrive. Here’s a look into how Baby & Me Yoga has become a heartwarming ritual for them, their children, and their friendship.
September 2024 Student of the Month: Sabrina
My name is Sabrina, I am a first time mom of an almost one year old! I am an X-ray tech at UMC hospital. I’m also currently working on starting up an event planning business with my sister, called STRS Events!
September 2024 Student of the Month: Michelle
My name is Michelle. I just turned 30 years old in August. I have a one year old daughter named Eliana. Becoming a mom has been the best experience of my life. I was born in Los Angeles, however I moved to Las Vegas when I was 4 years old. My family is from Mexico. My professional background is in Social Work. I help children in foster care find their forever family and work with families through the adoption process.
Are You an Inclusive Yoga Teacher?
The yoga world, especially in the maternity and perinatal spaces, is often seen through a narrow lens. It's a space that's frequently heteronormative and typically dominated by images of white, skinny, able-bodied individuals. As yoga teachers, we have the power and responsibility to reshape this narrative—to make yoga more inclusive and welcoming space for everyone.
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.
My Breastfeeding Journey
When I started my journey into motherhood, I had no idea that breastfeeding would become such a significant part of my life. I was the first in my family to breastfeed, despite my mother’s choice not to. Her encouragement, however, played a crucial role in my decision. Breastfeeding, as I would come to realize, was a journey filled with both joy and challenges. Each child brought a unique experience and a new set of lessons.
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.
April 2024 Student of the Month
What have you learned since taking classes with PYLV?
I’ve learned a lot about my body and building up fire for birth! Also the strong community that is pregnant women!!