Centred Mums Pilates and Wellbeing

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We have a teenager in the house!!!My baby is thirteen. I can’t actually believe it. I am absolutely in awe of the wonder...
25/09/2026

We have a teenager in the house!!!

My baby is thirteen. I can’t actually believe it. I am absolutely in awe of the wonderful human she has become while missing the tiny human she once was all at once. And so proud of myself for the last thirteen years.

I so wish I could go back and tell myself thirteen years ago how great it was going to be. That I didn’t need to agonise over every little decision quite so much. That her induction was not the failure it felt like to me at the time. That I could trust my instincts and shut out all the noise.

I found those early months SO HARD. I was so overwhelmed and I thought I was doing everything wrong and I really could have done with someone from the future telling me it was all going to be OK. More than OK. That she was going to be an amazing kid and I was going to be an amazing mum.

It’s a good reminder for me that things do sometimes work out. It’s hard to see that in the world at the moment but when I look at her I feel so much hope. She is so good and so kind and she teaches me so much every day.

I have held on to her so tight and I know that now I need to give her the space to grow her wings and fly. I know she doesn’t need me in the same way that she used to but she still needs me all the same and I am excited to navigate this new stage of motherhood with her. And while part of my heart is breaking, the other part is bursting with excitement to see all that is still to come ❤️❤️❤️

I listened to an amazing podcast a while ago with magamamas that talked about the difference in male and female hormones...
24/09/2026

I listened to an amazing podcast a while ago with magamamas that talked about the difference in male and female hormones and the effect it has on how we need live our lives. It really resonated with me, especially when it comes to exercise vs rest or restorative practice.

As men have higher levels of testosterone they are pretty much always boosted by exercise even when they are tired whereas women can be really depleted by high intensity exercise when it’s not what their body is asking for. So many people exercise because they feel like they “should” rather than tuning in to what their body is asking for.

Do you really feel like going for a run or are you just doing it because you feel like you should? If you know it makes you feel good then great! If you feel awful afterwards rather than energised you need to consider whether that is what your body needed. Could you just go to bed early instead?

We really need to listen to our bodies, stop pushing ourselves and forcing ourselves into things that don’t feel good. I’ve had clients who have gone from “punishing” exercise regimes where they constantly felt rubbish to much more restorative practices - Pilates, walking, strength training, maybe HIIT classes too but with a different mindset that allows them to one mindful of how they are feeling and they have really noticed the positive difference in how their bodies feel.

I’m not suggesting that this is the case for everyone, we are all different, but if you are feeling depleted it’s definitely worth considering if you are getting the rest that you need.

I’m so excited to be doing a Yin Yoga and Breathwork training with Jess Horn in a couple of weeks so that I can really give my clients the holistic body support that they need. Movement and strength work is so vital. And so is rest ❤️

I remember when my bump started to show first time around, I was SO excited and wanted EVERYONE to know I was pregnant! ...
24/09/2026

I remember when my bump started to show first time around, I was SO excited and wanted EVERYONE to know I was pregnant! This picture is actually my second pregnancy when we were on holiday. I can confirm that a camel ride is not super comfortable while pregnant (or while not pregnant from what my husband said!!)

For many women, the second trimester feels like the best window of pregnancy; many people get their energy back, nausea can start to ease, and the bump is visible but not yet restrictive. This is the fun part!

What's changing:

🔹 Your centre of gravity is shifting, affecting balance

🔹 Ligaments are softening around joints and pelvis

🔹 The abdominal wall is stretching - some women notice early signs of abdominal separation and the bump can be achy as it stretches

What to modify:

✔️ Avoid lying flat on your back for long periods after ~16 weeks

✔️ Skip anything that causes doming or bulging through the midline

✔️ Go easy on deep twists and high-impact moves

This is exactly where pregnancy-specific Pilates is so important. You need to learn to activate your abdominals and pelvic floor without strain. Come and feel the difference in one of my St Albans Pregnancy Pilates classes 💛

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Whatever stage you're at postnatally, these are signals your body is asking for a bit more foundation before adding load...
21/09/2026

Whatever stage you're at postnatally, these are signals your body is asking for a bit more foundation before adding load ⚠️

🔸 Leaking during or after exercise

🔸 A feeling of heaviness, dragging or bulging in the pelvis

🔸 Doming or bulging through your abdomen

🔸 Ongoing back, hip or pelvic pain

🔸 Increased bleeding after exercise

None of these mean something is "wrong" with you. They mean it's worth slowing down and seeking support from a specialist.

You don't have to just accept leaking, heaviness or pain as the "new normal" after baby.

My postnatal Pilates classes are all about rebuilding safely, with expert guidance every step of the way. Get in touch, I'd love to support you 💛

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Pelvic floor dysfunction is incredibly common but that doesn't mean it should be accepted as an unavoidable part of moth...
17/09/2026

Pelvic floor dysfunction is incredibly common but that doesn't mean it should be accepted as an unavoidable part of motherhood or ageing.

Research shows women wait an average of 6.5 years after symptoms begin before speaking to a healthcare professional.

That's a long time to manage something alone that could be improved so much sooner.

Signs that are far too often brushed off as "just part of being a mum":

1️⃣ The "just in case" wee before every car journey or class

2️⃣ Leaking when you laugh, cough, sneeze or jump

3️⃣ A feeling of heaviness or "something coming down" in the pelvis

4️⃣ Ongoing lower back, hip or pelvic pain

5️⃣ Discomfort or pain during intimacy

6️⃣ A gap or doming through your abdomen

7️⃣ Constipation, straining, or feeling like you haven't fully emptied

If any of these sound familiar, you're not being dramatic, and you're not alone.

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People often think there are lots of rules you need to follow in pregnancy exercise. There are actually surprisingly few...
14/09/2026

People often think there are lots of rules you need to follow in pregnancy exercise. There are actually surprisingly few - you are the expert in your body and often if it truly feels good for your body, that is a good start.

In the first trimester especially, one of my favourite pieces of advice is to listen more than you push 🌱

On the outside, not much has changed. On the inside, there is A LOT going on. Hormones are rising, energy can dip out of nowhere, and nausea might make even your usual routine feel like a big ask.

What to keep in mind:

🔹 Fatigue and sickness are common and very real. Rest is important.

🔹 Your body is already working incredibly hard, even though it isn’t showing yet

🔹 Now's the time to start connecting with your breath and pelvic floor

Give yourself permission to slow down. This is not the time to chase personal bests, it’s the time to tune in to what your body is telling you.

My prenatal Pilates classes in St Albans are built around exactly this kind of guidance - gentle, safe movement designed for exactly where you are.

Get in touch to find the right fit 💛

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Early bird pricing ends TOMORROW ⏰If you've been meaning to book onto "Nobody Told Me", my postnatal body talk with @‌gr...
10/09/2026

Early bird pricing ends TOMORROW ⏰

If you've been meaning to book onto "Nobody Told Me", my postnatal body talk with @‌growingmums_stalbans, now's the time.

An honest talk on what's really going on postnatally, gentle movement you can actually use, and a proper catch up with people who get it.

Bring baby, bring a mat, bring yourself.

🎟️ £25 until 11 Sept (£35 after)
📍 Greenwood Park, St Albans
🗓️ Tues 15 Sept, 10:45–12:15

Link to book 🔗 https://bookwhen.com/centredmums/e/ev-sbgug-20260915104500

"Once postnatal, always postnatal." 🤍It's something I say a lot in class - because it's true, and because nobody really ...
09/09/2026

"Once postnatal, always postnatal." 🤍

It's something I say a lot in class - because it's true, and because nobody really explains what it means until you're living it.

That's why I’m hosting "Nobody Told Me" on Tuesday 15 September with gmums.stalbans. A morning to talk openly about your postnatal body, move gently together, and connect with other mums who just get it.

No judgement. No pressure. Just honest conversation and light refreshments in the park (weather permitting!).

🎟️ Early bird £25, until 11 Sept 📍 Greenwood Park, St Albans

Link to book 🔗 https://bookwhen.com/centredmums/e/ev-sbgug-20260915104500

Early bird pricing ends TODAY ⏰If you've been meaning to book onto "Nobody Told Me", my postnatal body talk with @‌growi...
01/09/2026

Early bird pricing ends TODAY ⏰

If you've been meaning to book onto "Nobody Told Me", my postnatal body talk with @‌growingmums.stalbans, now's the time.

An honest talk on what's really going on postnatally, gentle movement you can actually use, and a proper catch up with people who get it.

Bring baby, bring a mat, bring yourself.

🎟️ £25 until 1 Sept (£35 after) 📍 Greenwood Park, St Albans 🗓️ Tues 15 Sept, 10:45–12:15

Link to book 🔗 https://bookwhen.com/centredmums/e/ev-sbgug-20260915104500

"Once postnatal, always postnatal." 🤍It's something I say a lot in class - because it's true, and because nobody really ...
27/08/2026

"Once postnatal, always postnatal." 🤍

It's something I say a lot in class - because it's true, and because nobody really explains what it means until you're living it.

That's why I’m hosting "Nobody Told Me" on Tuesday 15 September with @‌growingmums.stalbans. A morning to talk openly about your postnatal body, move gently together, and connect with other mums who just get it.

No judgement. No pressure. Just honest conversation and light refreshments in the park (weather permitting!).

🎟️ Early bird £25, until 1 Sept 📍 Greenwood Park, St Albans

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