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FOUNDATIONS OF POSTNATAL YOGA 20h
November 14-15, 2026
Sat – Sun | 10 am – 6 pm
Berlin
The postnatal period is a profound transition — physically, emotionally, and in our sense of identity.
Foundations of Postnatal Yoga offers a grounded introduction to supporting people through the postpartum phase with knowledge, sensitivity, and practical yoga tools.
The training is facilitated by Amanda Morelli and Marta Palombo, each bringing extensive expertise in yoga and perinatal support.
This course is suitable for yoga teachers and practitioners who would like to deepen their understanding of the postnatal phase and build a strong foundation for working with postpartum students, and also to doulas and midwives with yoga experience.
CURRICULUM
The training consists of 14 hours of in-person classes, 2 hours of recorded videos (anatomy and physiology) and 4 hours of guided self-study.
Topics covered in the training include:
SAFETY AND RECOVERY
- Anatomy and physiology of postpartum healing
- Safety and progressive adaptation of yoga practices for various postpartum stages and contexts (e.g. cesarean recovery, diastasis, fatigue)
- Pelvic floor and abdominal awareness and rehabilitation
- Breath re-education and core reintegration
- Use of props and restorative principles to support recovery
- Challenging situations and when to refer to other professionals
INCLUSIVITY AND FACILITATION
- Emotional and identity shifts in early parenthood
- Group facilitation and compassionate communication
- Postnatal yoga in in both dedicated and general yoga classes
- Baby-inclusive classes (timing, safety, community-building)
PROFESSIONAL PATHWAYS
- Building community: partnerships with doulas, midwives, physiotherapists, perinatal professionals
- Designing ongoing classes, multi-week courses, or workshops
- Opportunities for reimbursement by health insurance in Germany
TRAINING FEE
Standard Tuition: €360
Application deadline: October 20, 2026
Includes:
- In-person sessions
- Learning materials and recordings
- Final examination and certification
APPLICATION PROCESS
To secure your place, please complete the registration form and submit the payment upon receiving the invoice. Enrolment is limited to ensure individualised guidance.
The course is open to anyone interested in postnatal well-being, including dedicated practitioners, yoga teachers, doulas, midwives, and all supporting professionals.
For questions, please contact:
amanda@thisisyoga.org
marta@every-body.berlin