Why Pregnancy Yoga Is One of the Best Things You Can Do for Yourself and Your Baby

Nikki, Boho Warrior Yoga
Aug 9, 2025
3 min read

Pregnancy is a powerful, life-changing time. But let’s be honest — it can also feel overwhelming, exhausting, and physically uncomfortable. That’s where pregnancy yoga comes in.

As a local yoga teacher based in Doncaster, I run weekly pregnancy yoga classes designed to help you feel more at ease in your body, connect with your baby, and prepare for birth with confidence and calm.

In this blog, I’ll explain:

What pregnancy yoga is
Why it’s so beneficial (physically, emotionally and mentally)
What to expect in my Doncaster classes
How to know if pregnancy yoga is right for you

Whether you’re newly pregnant or further along in your journey, you are so welcome here.

What is Pregnancy Yoga?

Pregnancy yoga is a gentle, adapted form of yoga created to support your changing body throughout all stages of pregnancy. It’s not about bending yourself into strange shapes or pushing through discomfort — it’s about listening to your body and giving it what it needs.

In my classes, we focus on:

Breathwork to calm the nervous system and support labour
Gentle movements to ease aches and tension (especially in the hips, back, and pelvis)
Pelvic floor awareness and connection
Restorative poses to help you deeply relax
A sense of community and shared experience

The Benefits of Pregnancy Yoga

Here are just a few reasons so many women in Doncaster choose pregnancy yoga as part of their prenatal care:

Physical Ease

Pregnancy can cause discomfort — back pain, pelvic pressure, tight hips. Yoga gently stretches and strengthens your body to ease common pregnancy symptoms and help you feel more comfortable.

Emotional Support

You’re growing a whole human. That comes with a lot — emotionally and mentally. Pregnancy yoga gives you time and space to slow down, breathe, and reconnect with yourself.

Connection

Pregnancy yoga isn’t just about movement. It’s about bonding — with your body, your breath, and your baby. You’ll learn tools you can carry with you into labour, birth, and motherhood.

Community

One of the most beautiful things about my classes is the connection between women. You’ll meet others at a similar stage in their journey and feel supported and seen — no pressure, no judgement.

What to Expect in My Doncaster Pregnancy Yoga Classes

I offer weekly Pregnancy Yoga classes at Cantley Community Centre in Doncaster, currently running on Thursday evenings at 6pm.

The classes are relaxed, friendly and suitable for all trimesters (after 12 weeks). You don’t need to have done yoga before — many of the women who come to class are complete beginners.

Each session includes:

Grounding breathwork to settle and arrive
Gentle, pregnancy-safe yoga postures
Pelvic floor awareness and education
A restful guided relaxation to close
Time to chat and connect if you’d like

All equipment is provided, taking the stress away from you, you just need to show up and dedicate that time for yourself.

Is Pregnancy Yoga Right for You?

If you’re looking for a calm, nurturing space to:

Ease aches and tension
Feel more confident about your pregnancy and birth
Take time out for you
Connect with a community of other women

…then yes. Pregnancy yoga might be just what you need.

How to Join My Pregnancy Yoga Classes in Doncaster

I’d love to welcome you to class. Whether you’re in your second or third trimester, a first-time mum or already have little ones at home, there’s a space for you here.

To book your space or ask any questions, just [Get In Touch Here].

Classes are limited to 8 spaces per class to ensure so will often fill up quickly, so early booking is recommended.

Pregnancy yoga is more than just movement. It’s an invitation to pause, connect, and come home to yourself — during a time when everything is changing.

If you're based in Doncaster or nearby and looking for a gentle, supportive space to care for your body and mind in pregnancy, I’d love to meet you.