There is so much to get involved in this September.

We announced our walking series and our move class events. We are so excited to see as any of you there as possible.

The Walks:

The walks are a great place to meet other new mums and mums-to-be, and the conversations both during the walk and after have been so valuable to many mums already. The walks are pushchair friendly and have a café near by for that all important cuppa. We are also open to suggestions of new places to walk in the county, so if you have any great ideas, please let us know!

Move Class:

This is a great way to test out a mum and baby class without the commitment. We are going to do some walking, some exercises and most of all have fun. Babies are welcome, if they need attention, picking up, feeding, cry, it is not a problem. We want you to be in a relaxed atmosphere where you can get some movement in between the babies schedule. Pre- registration is required but the event is free.
If you have not had your 6 week check (12 for c-section) or you have any pregnancy complications unfortunately it is not suitable for you. But if you are unsure at all please just ask us 😊 ask here

Grab a Cuppa - Ask an expert

This month we are chatting online via our social media accounts to Chloe who is a breastfeeding peer supporter and owns a bra shop, so we will be chatting about breastfeeding and exercises and making sure you have the right fitting bra, and why this is so important.

Join us on Instagram or Facebook at 10am on the 12th of September. As always we will post after for those that cant watch live. The sessions will also be available to listen on Spotify if you want to download and listen as a podcast. If you have any questions, just drop us a message.

The best way to keep up to date with dates is check our social pages as we regularly post what's going on where.

Dani joins our Ambassador Team

Meet Dani - Birth and Bloom

We have recruited a number of Ambassadors from around Leicestershire. Ambassadors are qualified pre and post natal physical activity instructors, alongside having a wide range of skills and knowledge to support mums and mums to be.

You may have seen on our social media accounts that we have welcomed another new member to our amazing team of Ambassadors.

Hi, I'm Dani

Mum of 3, Founder of Birth & Bloom and an experienced Hypnobirthing and Pre & Postnatal Yoga specialist. My sessions are all about nurturing calmness, connection and community.

As a Mum myself and with over 5 years experience supporting expectant and new parents, I understand that pregnancy, birth and navigating new motherhood is a special, yet also quite challenging time. That's why, my sessions are all about building you a supportive community and looking after your whole well-being.

I offer relaxing and supportive pregnancy yoga sessions, where you can stretch, strengthen and meet other mums-to-be, as you prepare for birth in a positive way.

And once baby is born, you'll both love Baby & Me Yoga, where you can start strengthening your body again, plus enjoy fun routines with your baby and share the highs and lows with other Mums who get it!

Dani operates in and around the Ashby de la Zouch area of Leicestershire but also has an online offer. Visit the Birth and Bloom website for more information.

We are honored to announce that, this year the North West Leicestershire Let's Get Moving awards will feature a brand new award - The Active Mums Award.

This award is for a person or organisation who has championed pre and postnatal activity and helps to educate and empower other mums to get moving. This may be a pre or postnatal activity provider, or a mum who has embraced being active. It doesn't matter if your child is 10 months or 10 years, we are looking for all the people who are inspiring mums to get active.

We know that there are some amazing active mums and advocates in the North West Leicestershire, and we would love to get them celebrated!
Who can you nominate to receive the very first Let's Get Moving Active Mums Award in North West Leicestershire?

Nominations are open now until 30th September, make your nomination here

Nesting Lotus are Midwife led, pool-based exercise classes specifically designed to support both a healthy and active pregnancy.

Aquanatal classes are offered around the county.

If you're pregnant or recently had a baby (in the last 12months) why not come and join the aquanatal classes.
Sessions:
- Evington - Mondays 7.30-8.30pm
- Ratcliffe on the Wreake- deluxe service; including aquanatal, Pilates based exercises and pregnancy relaxation - Tuesdays 7.00-8.30pm
- Whitwick & Coalville- Tuesdays 8-9pm
- Aylestone- Wednesdays 8-9pm

Bespoke Oasis class

Come and join in at the beautiful, idyllic venue in the heart of the countryside for a dreamy mix of gentle Aquanatal, poolside Pilates and a guided pregnancy relaxation. To leave you feeling refreshed and ready for a good nights sleep. If you're missing that 'spa vibe', this is the class for you

Mama Meets -

Meet them for a cuppa at 360 play Meridian - £3 per family. Everyone is welcome, Lots of parking, plenty of toys to keep your little ones entertained, and baby weighing scales available. Keep an eye on the Nesting Lotus Website and social media for more information.

All of our Grab a Cuppa...Ask an expert series will now be added to Spotify as podcasts, so if you don't have the time to watch on the social feeds you can listen through Spotify.

Just search for Active Mums Club and follow our account for all the latest soundbites.

Around 1 in 5 women experience a perinatal mental health problem during pregnancy or within the early postnatal years.

Here in Leicestershire, the Perinatal Mental Health specialist service provides care for women during pregnancy and up to one year after childbirth. Following an initial assessment, the service can offer various treatments either in homes, community locations, clinics or via video calls. The aim is to help mothers and parents get the support they need to enable their family to live a happy, healthy life together.

For more information about the importance of positive mental health during pregnancy and after the birth of your baby please click the more information box above.

NCT Sale

Preloved parent, children and baby goods.

SUNDAY 10th September 2023 11am – 1pm*

Loughborough Students' Union Loughborough University LE11 3TT

£1 per adult (children free)

Cash and Card accepted