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Prenatal yoga is often misunderstood as simply “gentle exercise.”

But research shows that yoga offers benefits that go beyond general fitness during pregnancy.

Studies have found that prenatal yoga can help reduce anxiety, improve sleep

Prenatal yoga is often misunderstood as simply “gentle exercise.” But research shows that yoga offers benefits that go beyond general fitness during pregnancy. Studies have found that prenatal yoga can help reduce anxiety, improve sleep, decrease pregnancy discomfort, and even support labor outcomes. This is why prenatal yoga is considered a specialized practice—one that integrates breath, movement, and nervous system regulation in ways that support the unique physiology of pregnancy. Yoga designed for pregnancy. Exactly as it should be.

One of the most common questions I hear is:

“Is it too early in pregnancy to join?”
or
“Am I already too far along?”

The truth is — it’s never too early and never too late to support your pregnancy.

The Sacred P

One of the most common questions I hear is: “Is it too early in pregnancy to join?” or “Am I already too far along?” The truth is — it’s never too early and never too late to support your pregnancy. The Sacred Prenatal Women’s Circle welcomes women in every stage of pregnancy, from conception through the final weeks before birth. Each stage of pregnancy brings something meaningful to the circle. Women earlier in pregnancy are beginning their journey. Women further along share wisdom and experience from the path they are already walking. Together we explore: • gentle yoga and functional movement • core and pelvic floor awareness • comfort measures for labor • preparation for postpartum • conversation and reflection in a supportive circle Pregnancy changes quickly, but the relationships formed in these spaces often last much longer. 🌿 Six-week closed circle 🌿 Begins March 23 in Boulder 🌿 Small group to keep the circle intimate Learn more: LINK IN BIO

Many prenatal yoga classes are created by modifying a regular yoga class so pregnant students can safely participate.

Those classes can still be supportive.

But pregnancy is a profound physiological transition. The body changes week by week as the

Many prenatal yoga classes are created by modifying a regular yoga class so pregnant students can safely participate. Those classes can still be supportive. But pregnancy is a profound physiological transition. The body changes week by week as the baby grows. Breath mechanics shift. The pelvis adapts. The nervous system is working in entirely new ways. A truly supportive prenatal yoga practice is designed specifically for pregnancy. In my classes we focus on: • breath and diaphragm function • pelvic mobility and stability • nervous system regulation • functional movement for daily life • preparation for birth • preparation for postpartum recovery This work is informed by more than 25 years of personal yoga practice and a decade of teaching perinatal yoga. My goal isn’t to teach impressive poses. My goal is to help you understand your body during pregnancy so you can move through birth and postpartum with greater awareness, confidence, and support.

Many people think of yoga as a fast-paced vinyasa class focused on poses and flexibility.

But prenatal yoga is a specialized practice designed specifically for the physiological changes of pregnancy.

As the baby grows, the diaphragm shifts, the rib

Many people think of yoga as a fast-paced vinyasa class focused on poses and flexibility. But prenatal yoga is a specialized practice designed specifically for the physiological changes of pregnancy. As the baby grows, the diaphragm shifts, the rib cage adapts, and the pelvis becomes more mobile. These changes affect breathing, core coordination, and pelvic floor function. A supportive prenatal yoga practice works with these changes by integrating breath mechanics, pelvic mobility, nervous system regulation, and functional movement. Rather than focusing on achieving poses, prenatal yoga helps students understand how their bodies work during pregnancy. Pregnancy deserves more than a modified workout. It deserves a practice designed specifically for it. My prenatal yoga classes aren’t modified yoga classes. They are yoga classes designed specifically for pregnancy.

One of the most common questions I hear is:

“Is it too early in pregnancy to join?”
or
“Is this meant for women who are further along?”

The Sacred Prenatal Women’s Circle is designed to support pregnant women in every

One of the most common questions I hear is: “Is it too early in pregnancy to join?” or “Is this meant for women who are further along?” The Sacred Prenatal Women’s Circle is designed to support pregnant women in every trimester — from early pregnancy through the final weeks before birth. Each week we explore practices that support the changing needs of pregnancy, including: • gentle, functional yoga and movement • core and pelvic floor awareness • comfort measures for labor • nervous system support • meaningful conversation about pregnancy, birth, and postpartum The six-week circle allows us to build trust, continuity, and community while preparing both body and mind for birth and motherhood. 🌿 Begins March 23 🌿 Boulder – Mandala Integrative Medicine 🌿 Small group to keep the circle intimate Learn more and reserve your spot: LINK IN BIO

One of my favorite things about teaching prenatal yoga is seeing the connections that form between women.

Over the years, former students often stop me around town and tell me they are still friends with the women they met in class.

They’ve w

One of my favorite things about teaching prenatal yoga is seeing the connections that form between women. Over the years, former students often stop me around town and tell me they are still friends with the women they met in class. They’ve walked through pregnancy together. They’ve welcomed their babies. Their children grow up alongside one another. Some of these friendships are still going strong nearly ten years later. That kind of connection matters. The Sacred Prenatal Women’s Circle is designed to nurture that sense of community — a small, consistent group of pregnant women gathering weekly to support one another through this transformative time. Women join the circle in all stages of pregnancy, from early weeks to the final trimester. Because it’s never too early — and never too late — to surround yourself with support. ✨ Begins March 23 ✨ Boulder Learn more: LINK IN BIO

Pregnancy is a time of enormous change — physically, emotionally, and spiritually.

And yet many women move through it feeling surprisingly alone.

The Sacred Prenatal Women’s Circle is a small, intentional gathering where pregnant women

Pregnancy is a time of enormous change — physically, emotionally, and spiritually. And yet many women move through it feeling surprisingly alone. The Sacred Prenatal Women’s Circle is a small, intentional gathering where pregnant women come together week after week with the same group to learn, reflect, and prepare for the transition into motherhood. Inside the circle we explore: • functional movement to support pregnancy and birth • core and pelvic floor education • comfort measures for labor • nervous system regulation • meaningful conversation about pregnancy, birth, and postpartum Each gathering also includes gentle yoga and relaxation practices to help integrate what we are learning. This is not a drop-in class. It is a six-week closed circle designed to build trust, continuity, and community. ✨ Begins March 23 ✨ Boulder – Mandala Integrative Medicine ✨ Limited spaces to keep the circle intimate Learn more and reserve your place: LINK IN BIO

One of the questions I hear the most is:

“Is it too early in pregnancy to start prenatal yoga or join a circle?”

Almost never.

In fact, the earlier you begin supporting your body and nervous system during pregnancy, the more comfortabl

One of the questions I hear the most is: “Is it too early in pregnancy to start prenatal yoga or join a circle?” Almost never. In fact, the earlier you begin supporting your body and nervous system during pregnancy, the more comfortable those months often feel. Pregnancy is not just about the final weeks before birth. It is nine months of gradual change — your breath, your pelvis, your core, your sleep, your emotions, your sense of identity. The earlier we begin listening to the body, the easier it becomes to work with those changes instead of feeling surprised by them. This is one of the reasons I designed the Sacred Prenatal Women’s Circle to welcome women from conception all the way to birth. Every stage of pregnancy belongs in the circle. Link in Bio And each stage brings something meaningful to share. 🌿 Sacred Prenatal Women’s Circle Beginning March 23 in Boulder

One idea of strength is the poses we can hold.
Arm balances. Inversions. Long holds.
Those certainly take strength.
But after many years of practicing and teaching yoga, I’ve come to appreciate that the poses were never meant to be the whole pr

One idea of strength is the poses we can hold. Arm balances. Inversions. Long holds. Those certainly take strength. But after many years of practicing and teaching yoga, I’ve come to appreciate that the poses were never meant to be the whole practice. Traditionally, yoga is described as a path of eight limbs—a guide for how we live, think, and relate to the world around us. Meditation sits at the heart of the practice. The postures developed to help the body become comfortable enough to sit in asana—a steady, easeful seat. Over time, those postures evolved into the movement practice many of us know today. And they can be incredibly helpful. But they are still just one part of yoga. The deeper strength shows up in everyday life: • Holding healthy boundaries • Staying flexible in your thinking • Choosing compassion • Speaking truth with kindness • Showing up consistently • Becoming aware of your own patterns The awareness you cultivate in a pose becomes the awareness you bring into your life. That’s the real practice. And honestly… that kind of strength is much harder to hold than an arm balance. What does strength look like in your life? 📸2016 teaching in Dominican Republic @holidazerocks #LivingYourYoga #YogaOffTheMat #EightLimbsOfYoga #YogaWisdom #AnneCatherineYoga

Hi, I’m Anne.

I’m a prenatal and postpartum yoga teacher and postpartum doula serving families throughout Boulder County.

I’ve been practicing yoga for 25+ years and teaching for the past decade, focusing on pregnancy, postpartum

Hi, I’m Anne. I’m a prenatal and postpartum yoga teacher and postpartum doula serving families throughout Boulder County. I’ve been practicing yoga for 25+ years and teaching for the past decade, focusing on pregnancy, postpartum recovery, pelvic health, and functional movement for women. My classes blend yoga, practical education, and community support so women can feel more prepared for birth and more supported as they step into motherhood. One of my favorite things about this work is seeing the friendships that form — many women I’ve taught are still connected years later through the community they built in prenatal classes. If you’re pregnant, postpartum, or simply looking for supportive movement for women’s health, you’re in the right place.

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