Yoga is a great way to develop strength and posture. It can even help you achieve a calming mindset. But did you know that it could be great for your baby too?
Not only does it encourage physical movement and sensory stimulation, but it’s also a wonderful way for caregivers and babies to bond.
There are a variety of classes out there — some classes focus more on exercises for the baby, while others incorporate yoga movements for both parent and child so that mum can get a postnatal workout too!
Keep reading to discover the best baby yoga classes for mum and baby yoga classes near you.
Baby yoga classes are good for:
- Physical development
- Gross motor skills (1)
- Mother and child bonding
- Relaxation
Baby yoga classes
We are loving the developmental baby yoga classes from Family Massage and Yoga, they help babies develop good posture as they learn to sit, crawl, and stand.
In these lessons, you’ll be under the guidance of instructors who will carefully walk you through various yoga movements and stretches for your baby.
What is baby yoga?
Baby yoga is based on the ancient practice of yoga, which focuses on movement through physical poses and relaxation. However, unlike adult yoga classes, your baby won’t be learning the poses of traditional yoga.
Instead, the emphasis is on gentle movements that help prepare them for developmental milestones, like sitting and crawling.
You might do things like place your baby on their belly to strengthen their neck and back muscles. It’s also a good calming activity and a great way to strengthen the parent-child bond. (2)
What happens in a baby yoga class?
In baby yoga classes, you’ll accompany your baby and assist your little one in various stretches and movements.
This might involve things like placing them on their belly or helping them move their limbs.
You will learn under the supervision of a yoga instructor, to ensure that you’re moving at a safe pace for bubs. Some classes may also teach parents how to do a baby massage.
Baby yoga classes are generally casual and encouraging — so movements are never forced if your baby seems uncomfortable. It’s also a great way to simply bond with your baby through this relaxing activity.
Is baby yoga good for babies?
Baby yoga can be good for babies in multiple areas of their development and well-being.
For example, introducing new movements to your baby can help them to meet their physical development milestones.
As it also involves the help of a caregiver, it can be a great activity for emotional bonding as well.
At what age can you start baby yoga?
Most classes advise waiting till your baby is at least four months old before starting baby yoga.
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Baby yoga classes near you
Apart from the baby yoga classes from Family Massage and Yoga, you can also check out Tot’s Play, which also includes baby yoga, baby sign language, and more in their developmental course.
To discover more of the best baby yoga classes near you on Loopla, head over to our search page and enter your location!
Mum and baby yoga classes
Mum and baby yoga is a form of exercise that’s based on traditional yoga positions. Some classes incorporate movements for both mum and baby.
Others focus more on postnatal recovery for mum while baby tags along.
Alice Panascia Yoga runs a great mum and baby yoga class that modifies postures to benefit both mum and baby.
What is mum and baby yoga?
Mum and baby yoga classes can have several formats. Some incorporate yoga moves for both the mother and baby. So you might perform a modified yoga move while placing your baby in a different posture — giving them a little workout too.
For example, you might carry your baby at your chest while standing in a tree pose (where you place one leg into the other whilst standing). These classes aim to provide the benefits of yoga to both the child and the mother.
It could also refer to classes that offer postnatal yoga exercises for mum while allowing baby to tag along.
The focus of these classes is to help mum build up her strength, stability, and well-being after birth.
While your baby still attends the lesson and might be involved in some of the postures, please note that it may not specifically help with the baby’s development.
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Mum and baby yoga classes near you
If you’re looking for classes that focus more on postnatal yoga for mum (with baby accompanying you), you might be interested in lessons from Almon Yoga.
Alice Panascia Yoga is a great alternative for those who want lessons that incorporate yoga moves for both mum and baby.
Discover more of the best mum and baby yoga classes near you on Loopla by entering your location here.
We also have other great baby groups and activities, like baby gym and baby music classes, that you can check out on Loopla here.
FAQs: baby yoga classes
Why is baby yoga so important?
Baby yoga can be an important activity for your little one’s development. It provides a safe, supportive environment for them to build strength and increase coordination while promoting caregiver-child bonding.
Can a 1-year-old do yoga?
1-year-olds can start doing simple yoga poses with the assistance of a caregiver. It’s important to start your little one on yoga under the guidance of a professional instructor so that they perform all of their poses safely.
What is baby yoga called?
Baby yoga is often referred to as “mum and baby yoga” as well. Some lessons will focus more on poses that help with baby development only, while others might have postnatal yoga for mum as well.
What do I need to bring to baby yoga?
Some of the most important things to bring to a baby yoga class include comfortable clothes to move in, for both you and baby, along with a blanket to place your baby on.
Some studios might also suggest that you bring your own yoga mat and quiet toy to help keep your tot engaged when they are easing into the classes. (3)
Can I do yoga with my baby?
Yes! You can do yoga with your baby. In fact, there are mum and baby yoga classes which are specifically designed to help with postnatal recovery for mum as well as physical development for bubs.
