I have 2 degrees in exercise science and countless certifications in yoga, fitness, and dance. Even with my background, I remember when I found out that I was pregnant the first time, I really wanted a lot more information on what was safe in terms of movement during pregnancy. I found some great resources, but […]
There are many different types of families in this world as I saw so beautifully reflected at a recent event at my older son’s school. There were single parents, step parents, and grandparents who were all there to celebrate our children. The children danced to songs from around the world and recognized different types of […]
‘ Making spirits bright, oh what fun it is to laugh and sing.’ – From Jingle Bells Wishing you all a happy and bright holiday season full of love, health, and blessings. So much to share to close out this amazing year, and start the next chapter together in 2017! Photo by Fluid Frame Photography […]
Recently, someone asked me if I love my obstetrician. Love is a strong word, and not one that I use lightly. I respect, adore, and trust my OB, but it is not a warm fuzzy love. Her energy is very masculine or ‘yang’ as they say in the Eastern traditions. She is an incredible scientist, […]
As a pre and postnatal yoga and fitness teacher, I often answer questions about what types of movement is safe. Specifically, lots of pregnant goddesses want to know if they can train their core, and if so, how? The word core is a great term that was first brought into common language in the 1980’s […]
Balance. A beautiful concept that can be a bit of a challenge, especially for Moms. At 44 years young, I am learning that somewhere along the line, I kind of forgot how to play. I know how to focus, buckle down, and like any good Midwesterner, I am a hard worker. Over the last few […]
Lots of great news to share this month for pregnant goddesses and new moms; LA Yoga features my advice on how to love your post-baby body with the power of Pilates. Gaiam celebrated Mothers Day with Moms everywhere and posted some information on how to stay sensitive to the feedback of your body. Parenting Collective […]
Pre and Post Natal Health and Fitness was not a recognized field until the 1990’s. Now there are many credible organizations that offer specialized training for expecting Moms. Women everywhere are benefitting from exercise before, during, and after their pregnancies. However, we must remember that inspiration and pressure are two very different ends of the […]
As a Pre and Post Natal Yoga and Fitness teacher, there are some classes that I teach, that are just for one group or the other; for pregnancy, or for Mommy & Me. My friends always giggle when I invite them to Prenatal Yoga if they are not pregnant. The truth is, is that there […]
by Desi Bartlett MS CPT E-RYT Happy Holy Days! This time of year it can be challenging to think of new and inspired gift giving ideas. I think that by now my husband has at least 50 pairs of Christmas socks from me (we have been married for 11 years). This year I have decided […]
