Postnatal Pregnancy Pilates at Complete Pilates

Postnatal Pilates at Complete Pilates is designed for anyone who has had a child. You can do Postnatal Pilates at any time after giving birth, it doesn’t need to be immediately after.

At Complete Pilates, we offer 1:1 Postnatal Pilates in London in person or virtually online. Our London studios are conveniently located in Chelsea, Angel and the City. All new clients receive our New Client Offer which includes your first two sessions for £130.

All our classes at Complete Pilates are undertaken by Physiotherapists or our highly trained Clinical Pilates Instructors. We know that every birth and postnatal journey is different, so our postnatal classes aim to provide you with an individualised programme based on your birth experience, health and exercise experience. Whether your goal is to improve your core strength, return to activity such as gym or running or you simply just want to move your body in a positive way, these postnatal classes are perfect for you.

Prior to your Postnatal Pilates class, we will send you our specific questionnaire which helps us to identify any common conditions you may have and ensure it’s safe for you to start exercising with us.

What is Postnatal Pilates?

Postnatal Pilates is for any woman who has had a baby. This does not need to be immediately after giving birth, but can be years down the line.

At Complete Pilates we offer 1:1 postnatal Pilates in London in our fully equipped studio or online. Whether online or in-person, all our classes are taken by a Physiotherapist or clinical Pilates instructor who will tailor your exercises to suit you.

Prior to the Postnatal Pilates class we ask you to fill in our postnatal questionnaire which screens for common conditions and also ensures that we can match you with the right instructor. We will also look to see whether you are safe to start exercising or would benefit from a referral to a Women’s Health Specialist at Complete Physiotherapy.

During the postnatal period, you may find that you have issues with diastasis recti or you may be experiencing some other common musculoskeletal issues such as upper back and neck pain or wrist pain, or may have the goal of returning to higher level activity such as sport or running. Our classes will help restore mobility, strength and endurance and safely help you reach your goals.

During the initial session, we will assess for diastasis recti in a variety of positions and provide any additional exercises you may benefit from practising at home. All our sessions use the full suite of equipment, including the reformer, the trapeze table, the wunda chair and the ladder-barrell.

Why should you come to a Postnatal Pilates class?

Carrying a child through pregnancy and birth puts a lot of strain on your body and rehab after birth is a key component to regaining your fitness.

Leading hospitals and consultants recommend exercise such as Postnatal Pilates after giving birth to help strengthen the muscles which have been stretched or affected by pregnancy and birth. Following a return to activity programme also ensures that you progress at the right speed for you. Pilates is especially useful in doing this because it provides a low-impact, full-body workout.

Postnatal Pilates classes are great because they

• give you some ‘me’ time
• strengthen your pelvic floor
• strengthen your abdominals
• help regain your core stability
• mobilise your spine
• identify any problems which may occur as you progressively load
• global strength to help you with the new demands of motherhood
• help you with any pain or pregnancy related musculoskeletal complaints
• restore your body confidence
• help you return to your prior physical fitness levels
• help you prepare for a potential new pregnancy

What our clients say

‘’I have been having weekly 1-1 sessions at Complete Pilates for over 2 years. I started when I was in my first trimester with my first child with an aim to get my body in the best physical shape for birth and beyond. I returned at 6 months postpartum and have continued to attend weekly sessions throughout my second pregnancy.

When I first fell pregnant I was already exercising regularly but I wanted to ensure that the exercise I was doing in pregnancy/postpartum was appropriate and safe. The sessions are individually tailored to each stage of pregnancy/postpartum recovery and I felt reassured that I was in safe hands as the session was with a physiotherapist.

A benefit of having sessions with Complete Pilates is that when I have needed further assessment for women’s health or musculoskeletal issues, they have been able to recommend and liaise directly with the Physio at Complete Physio.

At the end of each pregnancy I felt confident, strong and ready for the birth, and Complete Pilates definitely played a big part in feeling like this.’’

Holly

Choosing the right Postnatal Pilates class

Choosing the right Postnatal Pilates class is important to help you feel comfortable and safe on your road back to regular exercise. 

We normally recommend you give yourself 6 weeks after birth before commencing physical activity. This is to give you time to settle into your new role, but also to give your body time to recover.

We recommend that you receive clearance from your Doctor prior to beginning exercise. If you’ve had a complex pregnancy or birth, or you’re unsure whether you’re ready to return to exercise, we can help book you in with a Women’s Health Physiotherapist first. 

At Complete Pilates, we have Physiotherapists and clinical Pilates instructors who are trained in pre and post-natal care so you can be assured that we know how to assess you appropriately and how to guide you safely to your exercise goals. 

We offer 1:1 in-person and online classes. Most women opt for our in-person postnatal Pilates in London, at least initially, so they can undertake a full assessment under the care of our team and have 1:1 supervision, modification and progression of their exercises. If you’re specifically looking for Postnatal Reformer Pilates classes, these in-person classes are perfect for you, as we include the Reformer in all of our classes.

However, if you can’t get to one of our studios or wish to do Postnatal Pilates online, we offer online mat Pilates classes that serve as a great alternative. These classes are especially useful to any new Mum’s who might have difficulty getting out of the house for a class. 

If you have any health concerns, are nervous about starting, or simply want more supervision during your exercise, we strongly recommend starting with 1:1 postnatal Pilates classes in London. No matter what class you choose, you are safe in the knowledge that your programme has been designed just for you and is a safe exercise choice.

Start Postnatal Pilates today

Prior to your Postnatal Pilates class we ask all clients to fill in our postnatal questionnaire. This has lots of questions which screen for common pregnancy-related conditions. It also asks about any previous deliveries and pregnancies.

We understand these questions are quite personal. However, they give us a lot of information which means we can highlight any problems quickly and refer you to one of our clinical Women’s Health Physiotherapist’s prior to your session. This gives you a seamless transition into exercise, knowing it is safe.

You do not need a referral in order to see us but if you have seen a Women’s Health Physiotherapist, Personal Trainer, or Consultant, it is always useful for us to contact them so we can work together in order to achieve your goals.

Book Your Postnatal Pilates in London

At Complete Pilates we offer Postnatal care through 1:1 Pilates classes so you can partake in personalised, safe and expert-guided exercise while you navigate your postnatal journey. These classes can be online or at one of our postnatal Pilates classes in London (see our Chelsea, Angel or City studios).

Whether online or in-person, all sessions are planned and supervised by physiotherapists and trained clinical Pilates instructors.

If you’re not sure whether Complete Pilates Postnatal classes are right for you, why not try our New Client Offer – for £130 you can participate in two 1:1 classes and experience the Complete Pilates difference.