Archive for 2016
Turning a Breech Baby with Acupuncture
How can I help turn my breech or transverse baby? Week 34 A baby starts to migrate head down from about the 28th week. If the baby is still not head down by week 34 you should probably look into doing something to encourage them. How to Help There are many things you can do […]
5 things you won’t get from a hospital antenatal class
Is the hospital antenatal class worth doing? Do I need to do something else as well? Where can I go if the hospital antenatal class doesn’t suit me? Here at the elbowroom, we believe that its important to do an independent antenatal course, one not affiliated to any hospital. Why? Well, because the hospital will […]
Nurturing the Mother-to-be: Pregnancy Retreat
I am so excited about our nurturing pregnancy retreat in the elbowroom escape in County Wicklow, this coming February. Joining me in facilitating this lovely weekend will be our amazing yoga teacher and yoga teacher trainer, Melissa Curtis. Like me, Melissa is a mum, yoga teacher, birth educator and hypnobirthing coach. She also has over 14 years experience […]
Upside Down, Inside Out – A Hand Balancing Master Class with Bev Porrino
Inverted postures revitalise us. The take the weight off the legs, improve circulation and stimulate the glandular system. They improve concentration and can help with disturbed sleep patterns. In this master class we will work through a number of inverted postures from shoulder stands – Sarvangasana cycle. Sisasana – head stands and Ardo Mukha Vrksasana […]
Introduction to Shadow Yoga Workshop with David Curtis
Martial arts and dance Shadow Yoga, as developed by yoga master Zhander Remete, makes use of the methods and preparatory practices common to classical Hatha Yoga and the self-cultivating arts (both martial and dance). Using dynamic stances and warrior forms in both linear and spiraling movements, Shadow Yoga helps to remove blockages to the free […]
3 Tips To Help Avoid Back Pain While Breastfeeding
After the impact of giving birth, the body has already been through a huge amount of stress and strain. There is a large amount of estrogen in the body which means that everything is extremely elastic. This means that sitting upright is very important to avoid overstraining the lower back. Here’s 3 simple tips to help you stay […]
Family Food: Baby-friendly gingerbread cookies
My little one loves a certain brand of supermarket gingerbread men. Luckily they are the kind with no nasties, but if you have a bit of time, it is so easy to make healthy baby-friendly gingerbread yourself! And it’s a lot cheaper. These are wheat and gluten free gingerbread cookies. They are perfect for the festive season […]
7 Top Benefits of Tai Chi
Originating in ancient China, Tai Chi is an effective exercise for mind and body. Although an art with great depth of knowledge and skill, it can be easy to learn and soon delivers a vast array of health benefits. For many, it continues over their lifetime. Here’s 7 reasons you should start your journey today: 1 […]
Why Practice Restorative Yoga?
There are many varieties of yoga, each with their own buzz and following. Restorative yoga is a slower form of yoga which aims to slow down the pace of life which gives you a host of benefits which are often overshadowed by the more dynamic styles of yoga. Sophia Pallaro our resident restorative yoga teacher explains […]
The Truth About Pregnancy
Pregnancy can be a beautiful and exciting experience, but it can also bring up feelings of anxiety, fear, stress, isolation and uncertainty. Like any major life change it’s completely normal to experience a mix of emotions. Pregnancy is a huge transition in a woman’s life and it can impact you spiritually, physically and emotionally. Plenty […]