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 […]
‘ Stay close to anything that makes you glad you are alive ’ – Hafiz Photo by Ruth Powell Photography VIDEOS I’m so excited to be working with Manduka and their amazing project: OM. Click here (and scroll down on the page) to check out my new prenatal Yoga video featuring their amazing products. Yogis […]
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 […]
“It takes a long time to become young” -Pablo Picasso Thank you for all of the birthday wishes that have been mailed, emailed and messaged. With each passing year I feel more energized and like I am aging backwards. The mirror tells me my age, but my spirit has decided to become young, just like […]
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, […]
“I believe the world is incomprehensibly beautiful – an endless prospect of magic and wonder” -Ansel Adams On TV Recently I had the pleasure of returning to the Home & Family show for my 3rd appearance. Sharing knowledge of how to work the core safely during pregnancy and minimize the effects of the ‘donald duck […]
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 […]
“Spring is nature’s way of saying, let’s party!” -Robin Williams New Schedule This year I will be adding a Prenatal Yoga class at Yogaworks in Playa Vista on Tuesday Mornings. Check out the new studio, it is absolutely beautiful. I will continue to teach at Yogaworks on Montana too. Mondays – 12:30 Prenatal Yogaworks on […]
In the News Om Yoga Magazine features my in home deep stretch for hip flexors. Whether you are an athlete or sit at a computer most of the day, this stretch will feel great. All level featured. Huffington Post showcased my tips on the best ways to stick with a walking program for weight loss. […]
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