Aquanatal

(currently on hold)

Tuesday Aquanatal Class with Joanna McIntyre at Scotstoun Leisure Centre, Glasgow.

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Aquanatal is a holistic water-based class for pregnant people that enhances wellbeing and fitness. The class is instructed by Joanna, a qualified midwife and Aquanatal instructor. Every class is split into two sessions: 30 mins of gentle water-based exercise followed by a dry-land relaxation session with an informal midwife Q&A.

Movement and exercise in pregnancy benefits you and baby in many ways:

Helps prepare you for labour
Aids bonding with your baby
Improves your core stability and postural awareness
Improves your co-ordination and balance
Improves your sleep quality
Promotes your pelvic floor awareness
Increases your circulation
Improves your breath awareness and control
Improves your bowel function
Reduces back pain
Reduces fluid retention
Enhances your well-being
Improves self-esteem
Provides social support with other pregnant people
Maintains your mobility, muscle tone and fitness.

Tips for attending

It is not necessary to be able to swim. If you are a non-swimmer or you are unsure of your swimming ability, then tell the instructor before entering the pool.
Avoid eating a big meal less than 2 hours before a class, eat something 'light' to avoid feeling nauseous.
Many women find wearing support bra underneath their swimwear to be more comfortable.
Arrive early to discuss your wellbeing with your instructor. Inform them of any changes, however insignificant it may seem.
Drink fluids before, during and after exercising. Pools can be humid so please bring a bottle of water to keep by the side if needed!
You will always be encouraged to work at your own pace and level. Do not be afraid to decrease your own exercise intensity level!