Bloom and Flow

Our next bump and buggy walk is on Friday 11th September, 10am. We will meet at Weldon Heart , enjoy a gentle stroll around the park for approx 30 minutes, then stop back at the cafe for drink and social time. Everyone is welcome to join us, even if you have never done a class with me before. Come along and make some new friends for maternity leave and beyond. This is a free event and no booking is needed (obviously your drink at the cafe is not free - please support local) 💕 (please keep an eye on socials in case the weather is bad and we need to readjust the plan)

If you’re being offered a stretch and sweep, you should know what they involve and the pros and risks. Read more on my blog!

(This topic, and all induction methods are covered in full on my hypnobirthing course)

What Are the Pros and Cons of a Stretch and Sweep? - Bloom and Flow Yoga What is a stretch and sweep, aka membrane sweep? What are the pros and cons of a stretch and sweep? Do they help induce labour?

Beautiful water flow with my pregnancy ladies tonight - I’ve never had a class where everyone left in silence! I’m taking it as a sign that everyone was very relaxed and wanted to go home to bed 💕

Pregnancy yoga is every Monday at 7pm or Saturday at 10am in Dartford

Today’s bump and buggy walk was a fantastic turn out! 12 mums, lots of buggies, lots of babies, a couple of toddlers, my kids, my mum and my nephew!

These events are completely free, you don’t need to book on, just turn up at 10am and make some new friends.

Our next walk is Friday 11th September in Ebbsfleet meeting at Weldon Heart Grounded - Coffee • Community • Wellness

Mercedez had a water birth at Darent Valley birth centre for her first baby, Esme. She came along to my weekly pregnancy yoga classes in Dartford as part of her birth prep:

I thought it would be nice to share my birth story with you – as I know so many other people did and it was nice to be on the receiving end of hearing these.

We welcomed our daughter Esme on 1st October at 4.58pm. She arrived at 40 weeks + 4 days, weighing 7lbs13 – and of course we are very much in love.

Labour began naturally at home with contractions that gradually built up. I used a comb, a hot water bottle, and the TENS machine to get through each wave, along with a couple of warm baths and the yoga ball.

During labour and contractions, I had to dig deep and find a strength I didn’t know I had. I truly believe that moving my body through yoga, practicing breathwork, and being part of a supportive community — where everyone shared their experiences, your knowledge in response to these, and the birth stories — taught me so much and helped me stay calm, focused, and able to have the water birth I had hoped for.

The midwives on the birthing centre at DVH were incredible. They checked how we wanted things done, from the s*x announcement to the physiological placenta delivery. Being in the water helped everything feel less invasive and allowed labour to progress naturally.

The not-so-good part was that after delivering my placenta, I didn’t stop bleeding and needed emergency surgery. But because my baby girl had arrived safely, as I’d envisioned, and she was healthy, it was easier to go through with that part and stay calm during my recovery.

Now we’re home and settling into our new rhythm — so grateful for how it all unfolded and for everything I learned through yoga that helped me prepare, stay calm, and trust my body.

Thank you so much for all that you do and for providing such a supportive space — and to the group for sharing this journey with me. I look forward to joining you again, hopefully for mum and baby yoga 🙂 and maybe for some me time yoga too! x

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Our Crisis Cafe is open every day from 6pm to 10pm, including Bank Holidays.

You are not alone; let's navigate this journey together! It is a drop-in service - so no need for an appointment.

Whether you are going through a tough time or need someone to talk to, our trained staff are here to listen, provide guidance and offer support.

You can find us at: 2a Devonshire Road, Bexleyheath DA6 8DS

Free bump and buggy walk in Kent! Come along for our next walk, this time at Bluewater nature trail. We will meet at 10am, near the play ground outside Zizis (Park near the village / Oak tree Avenue, or catch the bus). We will then do a couple of loops of the nature trail, after that you are welcome to keep walking, play in the playground or go for a coffee.

All are welcome, even if you have never done a class with me before. Suitable for pregnancy, babies, toddler and older kids - I will be there with my two.

I run these walks as I know how important it is to have a destination and place to be, to move your body as well as have some adult conversation. So please join us and tell your friends! 💕

A temperature drop (at last) means a more energetic practice at pregnancy yoga today 🧘🏻‍♀️

Join me in class:

Pregnancy yoga in Dartford - Mondays at 7pm
Pregnancy yoga in Darenth - Saturdays at 10am
Mum and baby yoga in Dartford - Wednesdays at 10am

Photos from my recent retreat day! I love running these as I know how important it is to take some time out from being a mum - to do something for yourself and to have fun.

This day is so wholesome - no alcohol, home by mid afternoon and includes exercise and mindfulness.

Thank you to everyone who joined me, and Inn on the Lake for hosting us 💕