Postnatal Sex: Navigating Intimacy After Baby Congratulations on your new arrival! Now, as a new parent, you're navigating the incredible journey of postnatal life, and with it comes the challenge of rediscovering intimacy after childbirth. : A New Chapter Begin your journey toward postnatal intimacy with insights into the physical, emotional, and hormonal changes that lay the foundation for this transformative phase. Chapter 1: Physical Changes and Recovery Explore the postnatal body, its recovery process, and how it affects your intimate life. Chapter 2: Emotional and Psychological Factors Understand the emotional aspects of postpartum life and how they influence your intimacy. Chapter 3: Hormonal Changes Dive into the hormonal shifts that impact your desire and learn how to manage them. Chapter 4: Body Image and Self-Esteem Address body image issues and boost self-esteem, enhancing your confidence in the bedroom. Chapter 5: Postpartum Depression and Anxiety Learn how postnatal mental health can affect your intimacy and strategies for addressing it. Chapter 6: Communicating with Your Partner Discover the power of open, honest communication in strengthening your emotional bond. Chapter 7: Expressing Your Needs and Desires Master the art of expressing your desires and understanding your partner's. Chapter 8: Seeking Professional Help Recognize when professional guidance is necessary and how it can transform your intimate life. Chapter 9: Intimacy Beyond Penetrative Sex Explore various dimensions of intimacy, from sensual touch to emotional connection. Chapter 10: Practical Tips for Postnatal Sex Gain valuable insights and tips for rekindling the passion in your postpartum sex life. Conclusion: Embrace Postnatal Intimacy Wrap up your journey with newfound knowledge and the tools to rekindle the flame in your relationship. Your postnatal journey is an adventure filled with love, challenges, and newfound intimacy. "Postnatal Sex: Navigating Intimacy After Baby" is your trusted guide to a fulfilling and loving post-baby intimate life. Get your copy now and strengthen the connection with your partner!Table of Contents Introduction Postnatal Yoga vs. Postnatal Pilates: Which is Right for You? BENEFITS OF POSTNATAL YOGA BENEFITS OF POSTNATAL PILATES SIMILARITIES BETWEEN POSTNATAL YOGA AND PILATES MODIFICATIONS FOR POSTPARTUM BODIES POSTNATAL YOGA CLASSES AND PROGRAMS POSTNATAL PILATES CLASSE S AND PROGRAMS CONSIDERATIONS FOR POSTPARTUM RECOVERY COMBININ G YOGA AND PILATES IMPORTANCE OF SELF -CARE AND LISTENING TO YOUR BODY POSTNATAL YOGA AND PILATES: LONG -TERM BENEFITS FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS Have Questions / Comments? Get Another Book Free

This is a straight-talking, woman-to-woman postnatal recovery guide with a difference. These tailored Pilates exercises are safe and effective to build strong foundations, whatever your exercise goals. Clear step-by-step exercises are suitable for the fourth trimester, caesarean recovery and year one and beyond. Take control of your postnatal recovery and feel empowered with this toolkit of resources: - Health, fitness and wellbeing advice will help replenish and renew your energy in mind, body and spirit. - Learn how to check for abdominal separation and recognise the signs of pelvic floor weakness – what it means and what you can do about it. - Posture tips, easily incorporated into your day-to-day life – while breastfeeding, pushing your buggy, at your desk, picking up your toddler. Routines are realistic and manageable as they are broken down into bite-sized 10/20/30-minute blocks.

Helping mothers-to-be and their supporters understand the safest and most beneficial ways of exercising during and after pregnancy.

Pilates for Pregnancy is a straight talking, woman-to-woman exercise guide, focusing on pelvic floor and core strength, to improve your health, mood and energy during pregnancy. Clear, step-by-step Pilates exercises, tailored for the demands of each trimester, show you how to: - improve your posture as your bump grows - protect your back – especially when lifting older children - optimise the position of your baby for a better birth experience - help you release tension and create a positive mindset for birth - reconnect and restore your core postnatally, focusing on your pelvic floor muscles – including for Caesarean recovery. You'll find helpful advice and motivational tips from mums throughout, explaining how much Pilates improved their strength, birth experience and postnatal recovery, to help you prepare physically and mentally for your new arrival.

Pilates for Pregnancy offers over 60 gentle exercises divided into two main sections: Early Pregnancy (0 to 16 weeks) and Later Pregnancy (16 weeks to birth). In addition, Lynne offers exercises for pre- and post-pregnancy. The book covers all the current health guidelines: for instance, did you know that exercising supine during pregnancy increases your chances of developing supine hypotensive syndrome? The book is especially unique for its inclusion of a Q&A with a midwife on preparing for labour and the birth itself, a series of postnatal exercises that you can do with your baby, plus a groundbreaking new exercise programme for correcting diastasis recti (abdominal separation that occurs shortly after childbirth). With Pilates for Pregnancy you will be well on your way to attaining an enjoyable and enriching pregnancy.

For Pilates trainers, fitness professionals, and those wanting a deeper understanding of their practice. Classic Pilates repertoire plus original exercises from Ellie Herman. Detailed descriptions and photos with breathing, alignment cues, contraindications, and rehab applications. Paperback, black and white photos.

"Postnatal Yoga for Strength and Serenity" is your path to holistic well-being during the transformative postnatal period. Dive into this enriching journey of self-discovery, healing, and serenity. Unlock the Physical Benefits of Postnatal Yoga Discover how postnatal yoga can help you regain physical strength, flexibility, and alleviate discomfort. Nurture Your Mental and Emotional Health Explore the emotional balance and inner peace that postnatal yoga can bring to your life. Rebuilding Core Strength Learn how postnatal yoga can safely and effectively rebuild your core strength. Enhancing Flexibility Explore gentle yoga poses that improve flexibility while respecting your body's postpartum needs. Relieving Physical Discomfort Find relief from postnatal discomfort through yoga poses and stretches designed with your well-being in mind. The Power of Mindfulness and Self-Care Cultivate mindfulness and self-compassion as you embrace your new role as a mother. Connecting with Your Baby Experience the joy of bonding with your baby through mother-baby yoga poses and the benefits of baby massage. Creating a Supportive Community Build lasting friendships and find support within a community of like-minded mothers. Adapting Yoga to Your Postpartum Needs Learn to listen to your body, modify poses for healing, and safely begin your postnatal yoga journey. Getting Started with Confidence Gain the confidence to embark on your postnatal yoga journey by consulting healthcare professionals and selecting the right class or instructor. "Postnatal Yoga for Strength and Serenity" is your companion for nurturing your body, mind, and spirit during this remarkable phase of life. With practical guidance, empowering insights, and expert tips, this book empowers you to embark on a journey of physical and emotional well-being. It's time to embrace serenity, rebuild strength, and find balance in the postnatal world – start your yoga journey today.Table of Contents Introduction Postnatal Yoga for Strength and Serenity PHYSICAL BENEFITS OF POSTNATAL YOGA MENTAL AND EMOTIONAL BENEFITS OF POSTNATAL YOGA BUILDING CORE STRENGTH ENHANCING FLEXIBILITY RELIEVING PHYSICAL DISCOMFORT PRACTICING MINDFULNESS AND SELF-CARE CULTIVATING MINDFULNESS PROMOTING SELF -COMPASSION CONNECTING WITH THE BABY MOTHER -BABY YOGA POSES THE BENEFITS OF BABY MASSAGE CREATING A SUPPORTIVE COMMUNITY GROUP DISCUSSIONS AND SHARING BUILDING LASTING FRIENDSHIPS ADAPTING YOGA PRACTICE TO POSTPARTUM NEEDS LISTENING TO THE BODY MODIFYING POSES FOR HEALING GETTING STARTED WITH POSTNATAL YOGA CONSULTING WITH HEALTHCARE PROFESSIONALS CHOOSING THE RIGHT CLASS OR INSTRUCTOR CONCLUSION FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS