Prenatal Yoga FAQ

"Your class was one of the best things I did to prepare for my bambina's arrival! I always felt so relaxed and rejuvenated after yoga and slept super well on Wednesday nights. I  would totally recommend your class to any pregnant friends, and will hopefully take it again myself!" ~ Danielle VanHorn

If you don't find the answer to you question here, please email or call me! I'll be happy to answer any questions that you have.

When can I start?
Anytime you feel comfortable. All women are welcome in class, no matter how early or how far along you are. It's never too late to start prenatal yoga.

What if I'm nauseas?
Some women feel like prenatal yoga helps reduce nausea. Others like to wait until their nausea has faded some. It's up to you. In general, if you're feeling o.k., then it's fine to start prenatal yoga.

I've never done yoga before. Is that o.k.?
Absolutely! Beginners are welcome. Pregnancy is actually a time when many women start yoga due to being a gentle and safe exercise for pregnancy.

How does prenatal yoga differ from a regular class?
There are certain yoga poses that you cannot do while pregnant. In a regular class, you would either sit those poses out or be offered an alternative pose, depending on the instructor. Sometimes that gets tedious for a pregnant woman.

In a prenatal yoga class, we don't do any poses that are unsafe for pregnant women and we do a lot of poses and movement that actually aide in preparing your body for giving birth. In our prenatal yoga classes, we also have a circle time at the beginning and do a lot of breathing that can be used to help you during labor. See the Benefits of Prenatal Yoga for more about this.

Do I need my doctor's or midwife's permission?
Yes. Please be sure to check with your doctor or midwife to make sure it's o.k. for you to do prenatal yoga. I don't require notes :), but I assume that you have already checked with them regarding the class. Usually just a quick call to their office is enough to get an o.k.

What do I wear/what do I bring?
Wear something in which you are comfortable moving and stretching. Usually a pair of leggings or shorts and a tank or snug t-shirt is fine. It's not hard to find snug when you're pregnant, so wear those clothes you're outgrowing to prenatal yoga !

Please bring a sticky mat, a strap, and a block with you. You can purchase a "Yoga Kit" locally at places such as Target, Borders, or Whole Foods.  Ebay also has some good deals on kits.

In addition, you're welcome to bring a towel or small throw pillow for the relaxation period.

Is it o.k. to bring water?
Yes!  Please feel free to bring a water bottle into class with you.  It's important to stay hydrated during pregnancy and especially during prenatal yoga.

What day and time does it meet?
Mondays and Wednesdays at 7:45 p.m. are my regular classes. Please check the Prenatal Yoga Classes page to see which class/session is open. Sometimes one class will close before another.

Can I do more than one day?
Absolutely! I would be happy to see you in class two times a week! When you complete your registration form, just check that you want to attend both days - it's right at the top.

How much does it cost?
Usual cost is $112 for the entire 8 weeks for one day per week. If you want to attend two days per week, it's $214 (you get a small break). Occasionally I run a short session, which then costs less. Please double-check the Classes page to make sure which session you are signing up for and how much it costs.

Where does it meet?
Lisa's School of Dance and Gymnastics in Plantation, Florida. Directions to Prenatal Yoga.

How do I register for classes?

1. If you have had any previous miscarriages or are considered high risk, please call me or email me before registering.

2. Check the session start date in Prenatal Yoga Classes and make sure it's still open (unless it says "closed" then it's open).

3. Download the form in Word or as a pdf. Or call or email me for a form.

4. Please indicate on your form which day(s) you would like to attend class.

5. Mail a completed form and a check or money order to
        Elizabeth Bonet
        P.O. Box 451915
        Sunrise, FL   33345
        *Please make checks out to Elizabeth Bonet.*
   
   You also have the option of paying by Paypal. If you choose this option, you still need to either snail mail or email me a completed registration form. If you email it to me, you can sign it the first class.
   
    

6. I will email you to confirm receipt of your registration and your spot in the class.

The session already started. Can I still sign up?
As long as there is room in the class, you can join a session up until the second week. If it's after the second week, then you'll have to wait until the start of the next session. Sorry, no drop-ins without prior approval.

Oh No!  The class is closed! What are my options?
You can receive announcements for upcoming prenatal yoga sessions.

Jiwan is the other main prenatal yoga teacher in the area. She usually teaches in Coral Springs and Hollywood. Please contact Jiwan directly for information about her prenatal yoga classes. 

Ruth Ann is one of the few certified Iyengar yoga teachers in the entire area. She's fantastic and is my personal yoga teacher! If you are not a beginner, try one of her regular classes. She will modify poses for you as time permits. Also, for post-pregnancy yoga, go to Ruth Ann! Visit her website, The Yoga Institute of Broward, to see her class schedule.

Temple Arts Yoga Studio on University and Broward also will modify poses for you if you want to join one of their regular classes. I haven't been to them myself, but had a student who recommended them.

Do you recommend any prenatal yoga DVDs?
Yes! Prenatal yoga DVDs  or videos make it easy to practice yoga at home or to get started if you didn't get in the class. See my Prenatal Yoga DVD reviews page for reviews of some popular videos and DVDs.

I really want in the next session. Why don't you accept registrations any time?
Current students always have priority in my classes. First, I have to see how many are signing up for the next session before I see how many spots I have open for new students. The other reason is that I don't like to run to the P.O. Box all the time!

To make sure you get in the next session, join my Announcement List. Once I send the notice out, register immediately. My classes usually fill up within one week.

My due date is before the session ends. Should I sign up?
Sessions are prorated for due dates. If you want to attend and you're due four weeks into a session, then you only pay for four weeks. After that, you can pay class by class. You need instructor approval to do this, so please give me a call or drop me an email prior to registering.

Do you teach Mom and Baby Yoga?
No, but others do! Memorial West has a mom and baby exercise class that includes some yoga. Nova Southeastern University's Mailman Center offers a class. And now Yoga Source in Coral Springs offers a Mom and Baby Yoga class.

I had my baby and now want a regular class. Do you have any recommendations?
Yes! Ruth Ann Bradley is a fantastic teacher and one of the few certified Iyengar Yoga teachers in Broward County . She teaches in Cooper City. Check out her Iyengar Yoga website for details about her classes!

I have more questions.
Please feel free to call or email me any time. Also check out The Benefits of Prenatal Yoga. Your questions may be answered there.

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