The Benefits of Pilates During Pregnancy
Builds Strength Where You Need It Most
As your bump grows, everyday activities like sitting, walking, or even sleeping can feel exhausting. Pilates targets your deep core muscles, back, and hips giving you strength and stability to carry your pregnancy with more comfort.
Supports Your Posture
With extra weight at the front of your body, posture naturally shifts. Pilates helps balance this out, reducing back pain and shoulder tension by keeping you aligned and supported.
Boosts Pelvic Floor Awareness
Your pelvic floor works harder than ever in pregnancy. Through Pilates, you’ll learn to activate and relax these muscles, setting you up for an easier birth and smoother recovery.
Enhances Your Breathing (and Calms Your Mind)
Pilates teaches powerful breathing techniques that:
Improve oxygen flow for you and baby
Help reduce stress and anxiety
Provide tools to stay calm and focused during labour
Prepares You for Birth
Think of Pilates as your birth prep toolkit: strength, stamina, breath control, and body awareness. Many mums say they used what they learned in class during labour, from breath work to positioning.
Is Pilates Safe in Pregnancy?
Yes, when taught by a qualified instructor. From 16 weeks onwards, Pregnancy Pilates is safe, adaptable, and designed specifically for the unique needs of mums-to-be. Always check with your midwife or doctor before starting a new exercise routine.
A Stronger, Calmer Pregnancy
Pilates is more than exercise - it’s a way to feel grounded, supported, and empowered during one of life’s biggest changes. By building strength, improving posture, and connecting to your breath, you’re not only preparing for birth but also laying the foundations for postnatal recovery.
Build a Supportive Community
One of the hidden benefits of joining Pregnancy Pilates is the chance to meet other local mums-to-be who truly understand what you’re going through. My classes come with a friendly WhatsApp group where you can share tips, ask questions, and cheer each other on. We also organise the odd ad hoc social, giving you the perfect way to build friendships that often last well beyond pregnancy.
Ready to feel stronger, calmer, and more confident in your pregnancy? Join one of my Pregnancy Pilates classes in Stratford-upon-Avon and give yourself the time and care you deserve.
