Grateful Yoga

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Since 2005, these classes has provided many students with a supplement to their childbirth education and preparation, and many babies with happier, healthier moms!
When?: Mondays, 5:30-6:30p with Cami (studio only, postnatal welcome); Wednesdays, 5:30-6:30p with Dana (studio only, postnatal welcome) NEW DAY; Sundays, 11:30a-12:30p with Kristen (studio only, postnatal welcome)

Additional Related Classes

Baby & Me Class (ages 6 weeks to active crawling) with Cami Mondays, 4:15-5:00p (studio only)

Yoga & Strength for Women with Dana, Thursdays 7-8p (pre/postnatal welcome)

In our prenatal classes you will learn techniques to support your changing body and prepare you for childbirth, such as:

Yoga-based relaxation skills for cultivating present moment awareness, mindfulness and focus
Breathing practices for calming the mind and the nervous system, as well as breath work suitable for labor
Yoga postures for strengthening leg, hip and back muscles to help you prepare for the athletic feat of childbirth
Tools to cultivate positive thinking and letting go of worry

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Each class will be built around one of these four themes and will always include breathing, stabilizing postures, safe stretching, pelvic floor and core strengthening, relaxation and a brief meditation. Read more about our philosophy and background here.

Prenatal yoga is most effective when done frequently. We recommended two classes a week, if possible, throughout your pregnancy. Your body and your baby will thank you!

Single class	Intro 3-pack	12 class package	Monthly Unlimited
$20	$35	$185	$105
No expiration	New students only No expiration	Can be used at any other classes at our studio as well No expiration	$8.50/class or lower, includes other studio classes. Includes video library of classes and 15% off events. Good from the first date of attendance, auto-pay can be stopped at any time
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Single class

Intro 3-pack

12 class package

Monthly Unlimited

$20

$35

$185

$105

No expiration

New students only

No expiration

Can be used at any other classes at our studio as well
No expiration

$8.50/class or lower,
includes other studio classes.

Includes video library of classes and 15% off events.

Good from the first date of attendance, auto-pay can be stopped at any time

Learn more

Financial limitations?: Financial need rate of $60 for 5 classes available- please inquire
How do I reserve?: Through the MindBody app or our website.
Cancellations and missed classes: Partial or full refunds are honored at any time due to complications, emergencies or early baby arrival!
Feeling particularly anxious, unprepared or uncomfortable?: Contact Lela for more resources, such as somatic trauma resolution therapy, Beyond the Baby Blues Support Groups and private yoga for childbirth preparation classes.
Still unclear?: Call 847-849-1810 or send an email to This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it.. You can also visit our Frequently Asked Questions about Prenatal Yoga page.

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Additional Resources

Videos for home practice

Prenatal and postpartum classes for streaming or download.

Recovering from a traumatic birth?

Lela Beem specializes in helping women recover from difficult birth and postpartum experiences, even decades later. Learn more about her Somatic Experiencing practice here.

Are you experiencing anxiety and/or depression?

Contact Beyond the Baby Blues, a support group for prenatal and postpartum moms in Evanston, led by therapists. Lela teaches yoga for some of these groups.