08/06/2026
FREE MUM & BABY FITNESS CLASS!!
Thursdays 1pm
Following requests from class members, the NEW TIME for this sesion with be at 11:30am on Thursdays (term time).
This class is a gentle exercise and social session for Mums with babies 8 weeks + up to around 18mths old.
This class will be FREE to attend and has been funded via Pontypool Community Council. If you would like to come along, please message me for your registration form, either here or by emailing [email protected]
More info below:
Baby and mum exercise classes offer benefits like physical recovery and strength for the mother, social connection and support, enhanced mood and mental well-being for both, and developmental stimulation for the baby. These classes can help new mothers lose weight, strengthen core muscles, improve posture, and reduce stress and symptoms of depression. For babies, activities can aid with digestion, improve social awareness, and strengthen motor skills.
Benefits for the Mother
• Physical Recovery: Helps restore strength, tone the abdominal and pelvic floor muscles, and improve posture after childbirth.
• Weight Management: Assists with losing weight gained during pregnancy.
• Mental Well-being: Reduces stress, anxiety, and symptoms of postpartum depression by releasing endorphins and providing social support.
• Increased Energy: Improves energy levels and sleep quality.
• Social Connection: Creates opportunities to meet other new mothers in a supportive environment, combating isolation.
• Self-Care: Provides a dedicated time for the mother to focus on her physical and mental health.
Benefits for the Baby
• Bonding: Fosters a strong emotional bond between mother and baby through shared physical activity.
• Development: Stimulates the baby's social awareness, fine motor skills, and balance.
• Comfort: Gentle movements can help ease colic, indigestion, and gas by massaging the baby's tummy.
• Relaxation: Encourages a sense of calm and can help babies learn to relax, supporting better sleep at home.
Combined Benefits
• Creating Healthy Habits: Encourages a family-wide approach to forming healthy lifestyle habits.
• Supportive Environment: Offers a non-judgmental space where mothers can connect, relax, and feel a sense of community.