If you've never taken Pilates before, after the birth of your baby is a great time to start. The abdominals are stretched and weakened making the back muscles stiff and tight. Other muscles compensate for the lack of abdominal support. Many women suffer from diastasis recti, which can occur during pregnancy, causing a separation between the abdominal muscles. It is important to start slowly and work on the deeper abdominals first, correct breathing, and rib cage/pelvis alignment. Do not start with crunches! You can start 6 weeks post natal with the approval of your doctor but you will benefit starting anytime.
Classes will focus on diaphragmatic breathing, opening the low back, spinal alignment and thoracic mobility.