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What is the Spinning Babies group class?
Imagine a welcoming space where you feel surrounded by other pregnant women, all exploring gentle movements that promote well-being during pregnancy. The group Spinning Babies class is based on the Spinning Babies approach, a method developed by Gail Tully, an experienced midwife. This method focuses on maternal positioning techniques that help the baby find the ideal position for birth.
In group classes, certified guides lead breathing exercises, dynamic postures and specific stretches. You experience pelvic rocking, rotations and positions that align the uterus and body, inspired by gravity and natural movement. Everything takes place collectively, encouraging sharing and mutual support between participants. Each session lasts around 60 to 90 minutes, adapted to the trimester of pregnancy, and uses simple accessories such as pilates balls or pillows for comfort.
These classes do not replace medical care, but complement it, based on evidence of how movement can influence fetal presentation. You actively participate, feeling your body respond in surprising and invigorating ways.
What is the aim of the group Spinning Babies class?
The main objective is to enable you to optimize your baby's position for a more fluid and comfortable birth. By learning techniques that balance uterine ligaments and facilitate the baby's descent, you reduce potential complications such as breech presentations or shoulder dystocia.
Additionally, these classes aim to alleviate common pregnancy discomforts, such as back pain, swelling or fatigue. They promote body awareness, strengthening your confidence for birth. In a group, you gain perspectives from other women, normalizing experiences and reducing anxiety. Basically, you prepare yourself holistically, integrating body, mind and emotions for a more harmonious motherhood journey.
Who is the Spinning Babies group class for?
These classes are ideal for you if you are pregnant, regardless of the trimester, as long as it is approved by your obstetrician. They are particularly useful if you have your baby in uncomfortable positions, or if you are looking for a more natural birth. Women with low-risk pregnancies benefit most, but always consult your healthcare professional first.
Whether you are a beginner or already have experience, the group offers adapted support. It's perfect for those who value natural approaches and want to explore them together with other pregnant women.
Spinning Babies Group Class at Clínica Matriz in Lisbon
At Clínica Matriz in Lisbon, we have group Spinning Babies classes to support you in this transformative phase. With dedicated professionals, we create an empathetic environment where you can safely explore these techniques.
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