• Helps to minimise some of the common problems of pregnancy
• Attention to posture helps to alleviate back pain and to positition the baby well for delivery
• Prepares the pelvic floor and gives exercises to maintain strong pelvic floor muscles
• Builds stamina and strength for labour
• Allows full, deep relaxation for a tired body
• Develops knowledge of your own body

Mental Benefits:  

• Allows the mother to develop a positive attitude towards birth
• Develops confidence and self-esteem
• Stabilises the emotions
• Allows the mother time to get to know the baby before birth
• Reduces stress and calms the mind
• Deep mental relaxation

Spiritual Benefits: 

• Stills the mind and introduces meditation skills that will be helpful throughout life
• Encourages being in the present moment
• Exploration of the Breath
• Opportunities to contemplate Life and the meaning of Life
• Connection with Self, Baby, Earth and the Universe
• Allows the mother to get in touch with her instinctive “true” self and inner  power