CAM Pre and Postnatal Mat Theory and Practical – Singapore (The Pilates Works)

Description

Pre and Postnatal Movement Theory

This prenatal and postnatal fitness course is a foundational component of The Carolyne Anthony Method designed to equip movement professionals with the knowledge, sensitivity, and skills required to guide women safely and effectively through the physical, physiological, and emotional changes of pregnancy and postpartum. It honors the continuum of womanhood before, during, and after childbirth, emphasizing a nervous-system-informed, fascia-aware, and functionally-restorative approach.

What You’ll Learn

Pre and Postnatal Movement Theory is available online or in person and is suitable for movement educators seeking a curriculum that blends traditional perinatal care practices with progressive, evidence-informed strategies. This course teaches instructors how to assess, adapt, and apply movement practices that are appropriate and effective in supporting women during every stage of the pre and postnatal journey.

This in-person  prenatal and postnatal fitness/Pilates course will allow you to:

• Understand the physiological, hormonal, and biomechanical changes that occur during pregnancy and postpartum.
• Adapt the breath and incorporate fundamental pelvic floor work to the changing pregnant and postpartum body.
• Assess posture, movement patterns, and functional stability across all trimesters and postpartum stages.
• Integrate breath regulation and fascial awareness into movement to enhance core and pelvic floor function.
• Learn recovery strategies for conditions such as diastasis recti, pelvic girdle pain, SI joint dysfunction, and C-section recovery.
• Use supportive language and cueing to promote nervous system regulation and emotional well-being.
• Develop individualized programs that align with The Carolyne Anthony Method’s four guiding principles: Regulate, Release, Realign, Restore.

Pre and Postnatal Movement Theory At-A-Glance

• Pre and Postnatal Anatomy and Physiology

• Overview of systemic changes during pregnancy (cardiovascular, hormonal, respiratory, musculoskeletal)

• Understanding fascial and connective tissue adaptations

• Postpartum physiological recovery: healing timelines and considerations

• Relationship between structural adaptations and movement capacity

• Pre and Postnatal Pelvis and Pelvic Floor Overview

• Changes to the pelvis and pelvic floor during the childbearing period

• Breathing

• Physiological and mechanical adaptations of breathing during pregnancy

• The diaphragm’s relationship to the pelvic floor and fascial system

• Quiet breathing for regulation and fascial decompression

• Postpartum breath retraining: restoring core pressure and alignment

• Using breath to shift the autonomic nervous system from sympathetic to parasympathetic dominance

• Pre and Postnatal Posture

• Postural adaptations across the trimesters: thoracic expansion, pelvic tilt, and spinal curvature changes

• Effects of ligamentous laxity and fascial adaptation on alignment

• Normal postural shifts: anterior shift, rib expansion, and sacral lifting

• Supportive alignment strategies using breath, cueing, and gentle load

• The Postnatal Period

• Understanding the “Fourth Trimester”: recovery, hormone shifts, and fatigue

• The physical and emotional impact of childbirth and lactation

• Diastasis recti, C-section recovery, and pelvic floor rehabilitation

• Reintroduction of movement and load—progressive, not prescriptive

• Addressing the emotional and psychological aspects of postpartum recovery

• Pre and Postnatal Program Design

• 4 trimester design continuum

• Assessing readiness and contraindications for exercise

• Integrating fascial release, breathwork, and functional strength

• Creating holistic programs that support continuity from pregnancy to recovery

• Communicating effectively with clients and allied health professionals

Pre and Postnatal Mat Movement suitable for movement educators seeking prenatal pilates teacher training online or  in-person,. The course is designed for those looking to specialize in safe, effective, and supportive movement programs that prepare the pregnant client for birth and restore postpartum clients.

• Teach mat-based exercises to ensure safety and effectiveness for pre and postnatal clients.
• Apply breathwork techniques, pelvic floor awareness, nervous system regulation and myofascial release to enhance movement and recovery.
• Support clients in re-establishing core strength and pelvic floor function after childbirth.
• Tailor movement sequences that improve posture, flexibility, strength, and balance during pregnancy and facilitate recovery postpartum.
• Provide mental and emotional support through movement, fostering a sense of empowerment and relaxation.