Parent & Baby Yoga
Feel stronger, more relaxed and connected with your baby and build a supportive community of likeminded mums
Join our welcoming parent and baby yoga classes in Corstorphine and Davidson's Mains, Edinburgh – a lovely combination of postnatal yoga for you, gentle baby yoga, songs, rhymes and plenty of time to connect with your baby.
Your baby doesn't need to behave & you don't need to know anything about yoga.
These classes are designed for real life with a baby. Feed your baby, change them, cuddle them, or let them sleep through the whole class, getting some much needed you-time. There is no pressure to keep up or follow a perfect routine.
Each class includes:
✔ Postnatal yoga to rebuild strength and mobility
✔ Variations so you can work at a level that feels right for your body
✔ Pose options if you have baby in arms
✔ Support for your pelvic floor and core recovery
✔ Gentle baby yoga, movement, songs and rhymes
✔ A chance to bond and have fun with your baby
✔ Breathing and relaxation to help you switch off
✔ Meet other local parents and build your support network
✔ Suitable for complete beginners - from 6 weeks postpartum or 8-10 weeks after a c-section
✔ Suitable for babies from 6 weeks until they are on the move
Parent & Baby Yoga
Wednesdays 10:45-11:45 D'Mains
Thursdays 10-11am Corstorphine
PAYG/Trial £12 (subject to availability)
Block of 6 - £66
Let me know of any holidays when booking and I'll happily skip these for you. These aren't set blocks so you can start any week I have space. I often continue to teach through school holidays when most other baby classes stop.
⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ 100+ five-star reviews on Google
"Parent and Baby yoga with Louisa was great. Would definitely recommend, really welcoming, supportive and adaptable. If baby was needing anything there were adaptions to movements for holding them and no one minded if you had to stop for a feed or change. Just really lovely experience and if we have another baby I'll definitely be back!"
Why Join Parent & Baby Yoga?
The early months with a baby can be wonderful, exhausting, overwhelming and everything in between. Your body is recovering, your sleep is probably very different, and suddenly your days revolve around someone else's needs. Parent & Baby Yoga gives you an hour each week to slow down, move your body and reconnect with yourself – while spending time with your baby.
Classes can help you:
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Meet other local parents who are going through the same stage of life
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Rebuild strength and stability
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Improve mobility and ease tension from feeding, carrying and caring for your baby
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Support your core and pelvic floor recovery
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Learn breathing techniques to help you manage stress and overwhelm
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Relax and recharge when your energy is depleted
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Move safely with your recovering body in mind
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Encourage your baby's movement, coordination and body awareness
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Create a lovely opportunity for bonding through touch, movement, songs and play
Why Choose Humming Tree Yoga?
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Welcoming community of local mums
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Top rated yoga in Edinburgh with over 100 five star Google reviews
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Specialist Pregnancy Yoga teacher & Corrective Exercise Specialist to help with more specific postnatal recovery tips/adapatations such as prolapse, diastasis, pelvic floor function
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Weekly check in to share how your week has been or share a milestone
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Suitable for complete beginners
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Flexible blocks with the ability to start whenever there is space and skip your holidays
Ready to book? Follow the link to be taken to our secure booking system:
Parent & Baby Yoga FAQs
Q: What should I bring?
Anything you baby needs – milk/nappies/toys etc as well as a small blanket or muslin for your baby to lie on top of on your mat. For you – comfy clothes and a drink of water. I provide yoga mats but you are welcome to bring your own.
Q: What if my baby cries, needs fed or changed during class?
We very much go with the flow, please do whatever you need to. Please don’t worry if baby cries during class or needs held. I will adapt our class and give variations depending on how many babies are in arms. I will also help if needed. We have a variety of toys on mats in the centre of the room, you are welcome to pop baby there or bring anything to your mat to keep baby entertained.
Q: When can I start yoga after giving birth?
Normally, we would recommend at least 6 weeks after you have given birth. If you have had a caesarean section, then we would recommend 8-10 weeks, depending on how you feel. You can join any week there is space as blocks are rolling rather than set terms. You are welcome to continue coming to class until baby is on the move.
I always provide modifications so you can adapt your practice for prolapse, diastasis recti, pelvic pain or anything else that you are working with to ensure it feels right in your body. You can let me know on your health form when you sign up or send me a message to discuss further.
(As an aside - I would always recommend seeing a women’s health physiotherapist in the months after having a baby (but it’s never too late!). If you look up a Mummy MOT health check, you can get a full postnatal check of how your body is functioning and exercises tailored to you.)
Q: Can I book a trial?
Yes, just select a PAYG date - get in touch if you can't see availability.
Q: Can I skip my holidays? What happens if I miss a class?
Just let me know when you’re booking your block of any dates you can’t make and I’ll amend your class dates. Any unplanned missed classes will be charged in full. You can find a class recording/breathing techniques and other resources in our what’s app groups once you are signed up that you can do in your own time.
Q: Cancellations/Refunds
If your class is cancelled, a date will be added to your block or given as a credit to future classes. For missed classes please see above “Can I skip holidays? What happens if I miss a class?”.
Q: How do I re-book?
I hold your space in class until you tell me otherwise and will contact you when you’re coming to the end of your block.
Q: I’m a dad/grandparent/relative/adoptive parent – Can I join with baby?
Yes! Our practice focuses on safe exercise postnatally however is taught in a way that if you were not the one to birth the baby, you can still experience huge benefits from the practice. We focus on community, breathwork, bonding with baby through movement & rhymes, mindful movement and relaxation.