Eat, Move, Live Well for Postpartum Mamas

Here's a love letter to yourself, Mama.

Being a new mama is wonderful yet intense at the same time. Our heart expands with love in ways that we didn't think possible, the first time they squint and yawn, and as their little fingers wrap around ours. Overnight, our thoughts and dreams are now consumed by a mini version of us.

It is easy to deprioritise our own recovery, in the midst of it all. Through pregnancy and childbirth, we give so much of ourselves, and it's so important that we fill our cup first.

If you are wondering how to eat well, move well and live well in the fourth trimester, our on-demand postpartum wellness programme (Dear PostPartum Mama) is for you.

Love from Mamas

Am thankful to have come across Gayle during my prenatal exercise journey. She always brings warmth and fun, and I love that she takes time to get to know us and also our concerns. It’s been helpful to have guidance as I try to keep fit during pregnancy and that the exercises are also tailored towards functional movements especially for mums. Gayle keeps it fresh and incorporates other elements into the Pilates classes I took as well and I always feel like it’s a well-rounded workout when I’m done. :)

— Deborah

Gayle is very sincere and genuine in connecting with fellow Mommies and always go out of her way to check up on us and make us feel welcomed and assured! I feel that she is very relatable and a really kind person deep down. Her guidance and presence in my journey of postpartum recovery is very comforting. Taking her classes give me the confidence to slowly get back on my feet again 🤗

— Fadilah

Just wanted to say a big thank you for being such a wonderful part of my pregnancy journey! Your prenatal Pilates sessions have been such a highlight each week — I always left feeling stronger, more relaxed, and more in tune with my body (and baby!).

I’m so grateful for your guidance, encouragement, and the good vibes you bring to every class. Gonna miss our sessions as I take a break to prepare for Baby’s arrival, but I’ll definitely carry everything I’ve learned into this next chapter. Thank you again for everything! 💛

— Viviana

I started attending Gayle’s prenatal Pilates classes three weeks ago. She has created such a welcoming environment, encouraging sharing and connection, which makes me feel I’ve found the right place. I leave her classes feeling energized, my sciatic pain has almost completely disappeared, and thanks to the pelvic floor exercises I wake up much less during the night for bathroom trips (from four times to just once). I absolutely recommend her prenatal Pilates classes!

— Angela

Gayle is very meticulous. Whether in-person or online, she would notice whether you are coping well with the movements or noticed the aches that I was having and suggests tweaks to the movements. She will always check in the day before the session to see if there’s anything I want to work on or how am I feeling etc. Lessons with her are never dull and I always feel so much more energised after that. Thanks Gayle!

— Gladys

Thoroughly enjoyed Gayle's class! Her directions were easy to follow, and she offered modifications that catered to different levels of fitness. The intensity of Gayle's class was just right — enough to make you sweat and feel the burn, yet not too overwhelming.

— Zahirah

Questions we get real often

Not at all! It is helpful to get the programme before you give birth, so that you have some time to digest the content.
In particular, the "Eating well for Breastfeeding and Postpartum Recovery" masterclass is relevant for prenatal mamas. We talk about why the first 1000 days are critical to a baby's neurodevelopment, and knowing how to eat well throughout pregnancy and breastfeeding can optimize your baby's cognitive growth. Knowing how to eat better also helps to replenish your body, expedite your postpartum recovery and address common conditions such as postpartum hair loss.
In "Move Well, Mama", there is also a series of gentle stretches designed to address aches and pains in areas such as the shoulders, back and wrists. These would really be of benefit to prenatal mamas as well.
Some people think of the postpartum period as just the first 6 to 8 weeks after childbirth. In reality, you can still be postpartum one year after.
If you haven't been able to find time to ease yourself back into movement yet, this is a good place to start.
"Move Well, Mama" is a gentle return to movement for postpartum mamas, created with Diastasis Recti in mind. It's about learning how to re-connect to your core and pelvic floor after childbirth, while leaning into moving and stretching your body in a way that feels good postpartum. You will strengthen your body over time, and through mobility and movement, manage the aches and pains that comes with motherhood.
This will be a great, thoughtful gift for a dear friend. Do drop us a note in the feedback form at the bottom of the page, tell us the programme you would like to gift and we'll get it sorted for you. :)

About Gayle

Gayle founded The Pilates Life in 2016. For the last decade, she has been helping mums gain strength and mobility, as they navigate the transformative phases of pregnancy and motherhood.

Expect a low-impact yet invigorating class with Gayle, as she fuses pilates matwork with mobility and functional movements, taking it up a notch with the effective use of props. Mums can safely ease themselves into exercise, through re-connecting to their core and pelvic floor; as well as learn functional movements that will help them with lifting and carrying their growing baby day in and out.

A mum of two, Gayle is also certified in nutrition coaching and enjoys sharing the occasional wellness tip with her clients. It is her dream to help more women to eat, move and live better, as they embrace the wonders and chaos of being a Mama.

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