Why Pregnancy and Postnatal Exercise Matter
About this ebook
In Why Pregnancy and Postnatal Exercise Matter, Rehana Jawadwala, a sports physiologist and perinatal yoga teacher, looks at the evidence for supporting physical activity in mothers, as well as how women’s physiology changes during pregnancy and after they give birth, answering in detail the questions that mothers and those supporting them may have.
Endorsements:
"This book is a great read for anyone pregnant who wants to know more about exercise in pregnancy and the postnatal period. With frequent references to up-to-date evidence-based information, this is a great resource to have to hand! It also highlights the benefits of exercise leading up to birth and how exercise can benefit our bodies as it prepares for labour. There is great advice in the section on Exercise and Nutrition, giving clear explanations about diet and maintaining energy levels for exercise whilst being pregnant. Information that anyone who is pregnant and wants to continue exercising really wants to know! Plus it also covers information on gut health and microbiome. One of my favourite chapters was Preparing for the physicality of birth, with some great explanations on the body’s physical wellbeing. If you don't mind some medical terminology then it is a very enjoyable, informative book!"
Zoe Wright, Midwife and Founder The Real Birth Company
About the author
Rehana is the founder of MummyYoga, a specialist perinatal yoga service. Since its inception in 2015, she has worked with hundreds of pregnant women and new mothers. She has supported them and their partners in their physical, mental and emotional preparation for birth and parenting. Rehana grew up in India and has lived in diverse places as New York, Jeddah and Auckland. Rehana has spent the last 20+ years in the health and fitness industry, in both commercial settings and academia.
She has a PhD in exercise physiology and nutrition. This rigorous scientific training has enabled her to see the ancient yoga practices through updated, scientifically evidenced perspectives. Rehana was invited as an industry expert by the Sector Skills Council, Skills Active in the recent development of National Occupation Standards for yoga teacher training across the UK. She is also an active member of her local Maternity Voices Partnership at the Countess of Chester NHS trust.
Rehana lives in Chester with her daughters, partner and two cats. She writes and speaks extensively on the importance of physical activity during the perinatal period.
