Pregnancy Yoga, Birth Preparation, Postnatal Yoga & Women’s Wellness

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~ Trusted by over 10,000 mums and mums-to-be across the UK and beyond since 2007

Hello & welcome to LushTums

Whether you're growing a baby, preparing for birth, navigating early motherhood or simply looking for a community that truly gets it ~ you've found your place.

LushTums classes combine specialist pregnancy yoga, birth preparation and compassionate support ~ helping you feel strong, confident and deeply supported during this life-changing time. From those early weeks of pregnancy through to postnatal recovery and beyond, our warm community of expert LushTums-trained teachers are here for you ~ here in Brighton, across the UK and around the world.

Since 2007 we've supported over 10,000 mums and mums-to-be across the UK and beyond ~ and with nearly 25 years of experience, Clare and her team of specialist teachers bring a depth of knowledge and warmth you simply won't find anywhere else. Everything we offer is evidence-informed, FEDANT accredited and genuinely safe. We look forward to welcoming you to the mat soon! 💕

No Experience Needed ~ Pregnancy Safe

Expert-led ~ FEDANT Accredited

5⭐ on Google

“I highly recommend Clare’s pregnancy yoga classes and her Yoga for Birth workshop. Clare has a really warm, supportive and inclusive approach, and her classes and the workshop were invaluable in supporting my pregnancy and preparing me for birth! Clare’s teaching helped me and my husband feel really relaxed and confident about birth, and the different techniques and positions she taught, helped me enormously during birth.”

— Bethany Buswell ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐

We support women through pregnancy, birth preparation, postnatal recovery and every stage of life — from fertility and early motherhood through to perimenopause, menopause and beyond.

LushTums | Rooted In Birth. Nourishing Every Season.

Our Services

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Work With Clare

I'm Clare Maddalena ~ Senior Yoga Teacher and Birth Educator with 25 years of experience supporting women through pregnancy, birth, postnatal, motherhood and beyond. Whether you're joining one of my Brighton classes or working with me 1:1 you're in safe, experienced and caring hands.

LushTums Founder

WHAT'S ON WITH CLARE

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Join Classes Near You

With LushTums Teachers Near You

LushTums classes are available across the UK and around the world, taught by our wonderful team of specialist LushTums trained teachers. Whether you're looking for pregnancy yoga, postnatal yoga or birth preparation, join a warm, welcoming LushTums class & community near you.

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Become A Teacher

New Career | New Skills

Passionate about pregnancy, birth and supporting women? Our FEDANT-accredited teacher trainings are second to none. Train with Clare online, in your own time, from anywhere in the world ~ and join a warm, supportive team that stays with you long after you qualify.

TEACHER TRAINING

FAQs

What is Pregnancy Yoga and is it safe at all stages of pregnancy?

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Pregnancy yoga is a specialist form of yoga designed specifically for the pregnant body ~ adapting postures, breath-work and relaxation practices to support you safely at every stage. At LushTums all our classes are led by FEDANT-accredited teachers trained specifically in pregnancy and birth, so you're always in expert hands. It is safe throughout pregnancy ~ we simply recommend waiting until around 15 weeks if you are new to exercise. There is no upper limit ~ many women practise right up to their due date and find it one of the most supportive things they do in late pregnancy.

Do I need yoga experience?

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No experience needed ~ our classes are suitable for complete beginners. In fact 90% of our students are new to yoga when they join us!

How is LushTums different from a regular yoga class?

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LushTums classes are led by specialist teachers who have trained extensively in pregnancy, birth and postnatal recovery ~ not generalist yoga teachers who have simply adapted a standard class. Our content is FEDANT accredited and has been developed alongside midwives and doulas since 2007. Every class is genuinely tailored to the women in the room on that day ~ your stage of pregnancy, your aches, your questions. It is yoga, birth preparation and community all in one.

What happens in a LushTums pregnancy yoga class?

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Every class follows our signature Breathe, Move & Relax to Birth approach ~ opening with a hello circle where you can share how you're feeling, moving through adapted yoga postures, tailored to your specific needs, to ease common pregnancy aches and build strength, and closing with a deep guided relaxation or yoga nidra. Birth preparation and evidence-based antenatal education are woven through every session. You'll leave feeling physically lighter and mentally calmer ~ and you'll make friends along the way too.

LushTums Is For You If…

You’re pregnant and want expert, embodied birth preparation
You’re a new mum ready to recover safely and feel like yourself again
You want pregnancy and postnatal yoga that’s supportive, practical, and evidence-informed
You’re looking for a welcoming community of mums and mums-to-be
You're navigating perimenopause, burnout or a life transition and want grounded, expert support
Or you’d like to train with us to become an expert teacher too!

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“LushTums completely changed my pregnancy and birth experience. I felt supported every step of the way.”

— Jess, Brighton

“So grateful for LushTums yoga!

. . . The space allows you to connect with yourself and your baby, in the powerful and comforting company of other pregnant women. I always left feeling so much better and more positive. The breath work and birth tools sure helped me navigate a difficult birth. Highly recommend!”
Jessica attended Pregnancy Yoga Classes (Google Review 5 Stars)
"LushTums Prepare for Birth + Baby is absolutely fantastic! . . .

. . . We have finished the course feeling confident and excited for the birth. Was great to be around people due at a similar time to us. Was great having a safe space to ask all the questions that were in our heads. Highly recommend!!”
Bryony & George attended LushTums Birth Preparation Course (Google Review 5 Stars)
“I thoroughly enjoyed LushTums throughout my pregnancy and would 100% recommend it to a friend . . .

. . . Not only do you exercise, you also learn about (birth) breathing techniques and coping mechanisms in a relaxing and supportive environment. There’s also the opportunity to meet other expectant mothers and share your experiences.”
Lisa attended Pregnancy Yoga & Postnatal Mum & Baby Yoga classes (Google Review 5 Stars)
"I’d recommend LushTums for people looking for calm and informative classes and a supportive local community . . .

. . . I've been attending the Pregnancy & Birth Preparation Yoga Classes which have been invaluable in helping to calm nerves, stay active and practice breathing techniques for birth… extremely knowledgeable and experienced.”
Victoria & Partner attended LushTums Birth Preparation Course and Victoria attended Pregnancy Yoga too (Google Review 5 Stars)
"As a practicing midwife I love the LushTums ethos and feel that the information is well balanced and really helpful . . .

. . . The amount of support is gold standard, everything I needed to succeed was at my fingertips. The mix of online learning, videos, reading, zoom group sessions and practical tips is brilliant. The ongoing business set up and continued support I really appreciate too.”
Clare Price, Midwife and soon to be LushTums Teacher in Tetbury attended LushTums Pregnancy Yoga Teacher Training Course
"It has been brilliant being able to study this course . . .

. . . I loved the organisation and content of the course (Teacher Training). I have been able to fit my studies in around family life and working, always looking forward to the next chance to learn more about yoga, pregnancy, birth and motherhood.”
Jenna Foster attended Pregnancy & Postnatal Yoga Teacher Training Courses and is now our LushTums Teacher in Wimborne
“A completely unique training experience.

. . . Great teaching, flexible learning so you fit it in around your daily schedule. The support continues after you’ve qualified with a brilliant friendly group of teachers. I’m really glad I chose LushTums and would highly recommend to anyone!”
Thea Abbott attended LushTums Pregnancy & Postnatal Yoga Teacher Training Courses, teaching in Totnes.
"I came away learning a lot and had an enjoyable time doing so! . . .

. . . Great informative course and Clare is a lovely teacher to learn from! I would highly recommend her antenatal class to anyone. It takes you through from the birthing process to your fourth trimester and some useful first aid.”
Eric Bond attended LushTums Antenatal Education with his Partner and Mum-To-Be Ellen