Thank you again for everything. You know how much I love you, your classes and the mental and physical training you provide for us for birthing. I still credit yoga and your classes with not having to
push very much just like last time and my ability to "keep my mind" right as everything was happening and not get too distraught as decisions were being made. I can vouch that having to labor in a bed
is just not the way to go and I would much prefer being able to move/walk/stretch but it is what it is and we have a healthy family to
show for it and another empowered mom.
I will see you soon in Baby's Massage and Mommy and Me!
Love,
Casey K, 2nd time prenatal student and mom, Baby’s 1st Massage and Mommy and Me yoga graduate. Labored 33.5 hours through a stomach bug, was able to deliver vaginally even as many interventions were used. Nov. 2011
Thank you for all your support and for encouraging a positive birth experience. Kim C. Oct. 2011
I want to thank you very much for being a great guide through my pregnancy. My husband and I enjoyed the partner prenatal yoga classes. Your classes were a great forum for pregnant women to share their experiences and you provided great resources to be well educated about all interventions to be prepared to make the right choices for the big day. The breathing techniques I learned in your class helped me keep calm through the stressful times during the labor.
I will see you soon in the mommy and me yoga classes.
Thanks Again
Divya A., October 2011
...But the biggest thanks would probably go to my Prenatal Yoga Teacher Mimi.
She has brought a calm and serenity in my life which was never there.
People who know me know that calm and quiet are the words which are opposite poles for me.
My pregnancy journey from 16 to 40 weeks with her has transformed me as a person.
Mimi, you are the one who has taught me to respect the Wise mother in Myself and Others.
You taught me how to switch between being a Girl and a Mother.
You made me realise what a strong person I was and that I could do it.
Thanks for educating me mentally, physically and emotionally.
Thanks for making me believe that I could cry if I wanted to...:)
U have been my guide and mentor in true aspect..and I will be there with my little one for Mom and Me classes...:) Manisha S, September 2011
As a yogi, I appreciate the way Mimi encourages everyone to slow down a bit and really tune in to what body and baby are saying. It's definitely more laid back than a traditional vinyasa flow class, but it's exactly what's needed.
--Rosalie W, September 2011
Yoga has helped me to develop flexibility, strength, focus, and awareness of the connection between the mind, body, and spirit. All of these skills were needed during my labor, as well as the loving support of my husband, mother, friend Kate, and the compassionate dedication of my medical team.
It was a long labor. I began having strong, regular contractions around midnight on Thursday evening. I did not dilate to 10 cm. until Saturday evening around 8:30 pm, and my daughter Elena Rose was born at 9:01PM
I had planned on a natural birth and did not want to use any painkillers or an epidural; however, I was open to the idea that I might change my mind and that the use of interventions did not mean failure on my part. I had planned on being flexible. I labored at home for the first 6 hours, then headed to the hospital when the contractions were between 3-5 min. apart. I was able to use yoga postures and breathing, as well as visualization to help me cope with the pain. My favorite was to imagine a rose growing up during an inhalation, and to watch the flower bloom during an exhalation. I wanted to send the message to my cervix to open up!...
Around 8 pm they checked my cervix and announced I was at 8 cm! Things moved quickly then, new nurses brought in carts and supplies for the delivery, and before long I was being instructed to push. I had purposely let my epidural wear off some (it was the kind you self-administer extra doses at the press of a button), because I wanted to be able to feel the urges to push. I did feel them, and pushed when I felt like it, and was able to give birth to my beautiful girl in 30 minutes! She was placed on my chest, skin to skin, and I can't tell you what joy that was to have her in my arms, and to have the labor finally over!
Other women's birth stories were very helpful to me in reducing my anxiety and preparing me for all kinds of different scenarios and outcomes of labor. I hope that my story will be encouraging to other women, and I know that yoga will continue to help us all remain strong and flexible for whatever may come. Now I need a yoga for breastfeeding moms class!
With so much gratitude, Charity L, Sep.2011
"I went into labor at 37 weeks and had my baby on Monday, August 22. She is healthy, 6 lbs 10 oz, 20 inches long! Her name is Aimee Pamela.
I really enjoyed your class and feel your teachings were very beneficial to me. I did have an epidural, but I feel like I made an informed decision. Thank you for the great information! I would definitely like to continue my yoga practice and eventually return and take the Mommy and Me yoga and learn about the infant massage. I know there are many benefits and would love to learn more. Take care and thanks again for a great workshop! Lisa J, August 2011.
I really attribute my calm demeanor to YOU, Mimi!!! One of the MOST valuable, PRICELESS, things I have learned from you is that "I am doing the best that I can right now in this moment!" that is something I was never taught at home, or in school, or throughout my collegiate athletic career or anywhere... Everyone always just wants "more more more... train harder, do better, be faster!" I have really tried to practice your teachings of trusting myself and my body, and NOT getting caught up in "the story" of what typically happens in certain situations! Last night I was able to just relax and BREATHE! I took cleansing breaths and used the centering breath (where I try to count my breaths), and even used the humming breath when my husband was sleeping :) I noticed (on the fetal heart monitor) that when I used the humming breath my baby boy's heart beat would become perfectly rhythmical and steady as a drum! :) Mimi, the yoga practices you have lead me through have been wonderful, but I must say, the life lessons I have learned from you are worth more than any words can say! I truly believe that if it wasn't for you and your teaching, I would be crying next to a baby in the NICU hooked up to tons of wires this morning, But instead I am snuggled safe in my bed at home! :)
THANK YOU for all that you do! Taylor S, admitted at hospital for early labor... labor was stopped, mom and baby are great now...July 2011 (to be continued...Read on)
Thank you so much for passing along the birth stories! I think hearing these birth stories has been one of the many very helpful parts of class!Even though not all of the birth stories are perfect, in fact some are sad when moms are disappointed with having a c-section after so much preparation for a natural birth... I still think it's great to hear all of the stories because it just helps me remember that anything can happen, this baby is in charge (even though I like to think I am in charge) and no matter what happens we will have a sweet little baby very soon! :)
I would love to have you as part of my support team!!! I will keep you posted on any news. Thank you so much for all of your support throughout this whole pregnancy and I hope you can be part of our big day soon!
Taylor S. August 2011 (to be continued... Read on)
We are home and doing great!!! We were actually released yesterday at about 7pm... Just 27 hours after his birth! :) it was so nice to be home so soon to start adjusting to our new "real life" without all of the nurses and machines. And life at home is great!He is a SUPER eating machine! Breastfeeding has come very naturally to both of us (thanks in large part to Margie for getting us started the right way).
I feel awesome! I already started doing my kegels yesterday! And I really appreciate your coaching on how to do them postpartum! That helps so much!
Mimi I am sooooooo glad that you were able to be part of our birth day :) it's so wonderful how perfect the timing worked out!! It means so much to me that you were there with us! [...]
Thank you again for ALL that you do Mimi!!! You really do make a huge difference in people's entire birth experience whether you are there or not (I know I got super lucky to have you there!) your training and teachings stay with us...
Lots of Love,
Taylor S, August 2011
Hi, Mimi! YES I have good news!
Harper Joy was born on Fri Aug. 19 at 8:11am. She was PERFECT!
I look back on my labor and delivery as an amazing and wonderful experience. Better than I ever imagined.
I labored for a good
24 hrs at home (yay!) before finally checking into the hospital.
...
I could not have asked for a smoother delivery. It progressed like a dream, no complications, no interventions, and it was....dare I say it....EASY! I am BLESSED. :)
I attribute my wonderful delivery to all my exercise mentally, spiritually and physically throughout my pregnancy, and staying aligned (chiropractic).
Thanks for all the breathing and education, Mimi! I've never 'breathed' so much in my life as I did throughout this labor experience! ;) My husband and I both thank you for all we learned in my yoga classes and our partner prenatal yoga classes. We felt strong and prepared on many levels because of you. :) xo
p.s. I have to sing the praises of Medical City Dallas. Our stay there was so enjoyable and the staff was AMAZING. The nurses I had in labor and delivery and in postnatal were THE BEST and helped me so much! That was an answered prayer.
Harper and I can't wait to see you soon in mommy and me yoga class!!! :):)Teresa, Brian, and Harper D, August 2011.
Thank you so much for all of the information you send. What would we do without you?! I can feel my acid reflux and swelling going away already. Thank you also for including the list of doulas....Thanks to you and the resources you provide, I am well educated compared to where I was in my first trimester. I feel empowered to refuse interventions and can cite evidence-based research that supports my decisions. I probably will have the confidence to have future children at home. Ann C, August 2011, student since May 2011.
I had a natural birth like I had intended. It was the most
difficult thing I have ever done but I was very proud of myself I got thru it.
My little boy, Chace, came out perfect and very alert. Chace came out
perfectly healthy and my pain went all away- that's all I ever wanted of this
whole process. We did skin to skin contact immediately and I nursed him for the
first time within the first 10 minutes. He never had problem latching on.
It took a lot of will power and determination but it can be done.
For me having a support person that you trust and love is critical in this
process. My husband did so great. Without him I don't think i could get thru it
the way i did. I have learned a lot thru your class. You are so great at what you
do. I would recommend your class to anybody that's expecting. Katie K. 1st time
mom, July 2011.
"So we went in for an Ultrasound on Thursday, 7/21. Baby looked great and I was at 3 cm, 80% effaced. However, it was time for "the talk" since I was now 41 weeks."... "After much discussion, we agreed to let the Dr. sweep/strip my membranes. We felt this would be the most natural (non-drug) option before "needing" to be induced this week when hitting the big "42". So the next morning, I went for a nice long walk up and down the hills in our neighborhood. Then followed with some yoga and LOTS of squats!"...
"We arrived at the hospital around 2:30PM. They immediately started an IV for antibiotics... I got really sick. So unfortunately, I had to stay hooked up to the IV, now for fluids to prevent dehydration. But the nurses were really great and worked with me so that I could move around, get on the birthing ball, etc. I had given them my Birth Plan when they were hooking up the IV and confirmed No Epidural! and intervention only as medically necessary. Within a few hours my contractions were just minutes a part. And sometimes back-to-back. I must say at this point how awesome my husband was using the pressure points and massage techniques that we learned in the couple's yoga class, which were a HUGE help!!!". "By 7PM, I was ready to push"... "Luckily the Dr arrived within minutes. Our baby was already crowning. I rolled over into an upright position at this point and gave about 5-6 good, hard pushes and we had our little girl!! She was born at 7:28 PM. Beautiful and perfect!!" ..."I also forgot to mention how much I believe it helped to do the perineal massages. I only needed 1 stitch that the Dr said was really "just for good measure"!!"
Our many thanks for all the training, tools and techniques! It really made all the difference!! And much luck to all the ladies still preparing for this moment. Remember it is just one moment on a long timeline and the pain of those few hours will fail in comparison to having a clear, conscious memory of the amazing birth process!!" Jenny R, 2nd time mom, prenatal and partner prenatal yoga student. July 2011
Mimi’s class is very helpful. It is a place to talk openly with other pregnant women about pregnancy issues, run concerns and questions past the group. The classes gave me a better understanding and range of ideas on how to do kegels, motivation to do them more often and a time weekly to relax and just focus on me. She sends out emails weekly with encouragement and resources for additional things that can help. I wish I would have started the classes at the beginning of my pregnancy and not the end.
Not only was it a yoga class, but a great educational and encouragement time for me. I highly recommend her to anyone who is pregnant.
..."At
around 10pm I started to push and at 10:19, Theodore (Teddy) Michael popped right out. I only had to push 4 times. I had no stitches
and no tearing !!! Yippee! Piece of cake! Ha Ha!"..."Thank you for
everything- all your encouragement and words of wisdom !! I have
thoroughly enjoyed all your classes and have recommended you to many
pregnant mamas !" Brandee, 2nd time mom and student, June 2011.
"Hi Mimi, I had my baby boy yesterday... I got my VBAC and I am on cloud 9!" Jenny C, June 2011.
"I am very happy that I took your prenatal yoga class. Although my labor and delivery went very smoothly and quickly, I have realized ho much the breathing techniques come into play after the delivery during the postnatal uterine cramping that is quite painful this time around. I have already recommended your class to many of my pregnant friends so hopefully some of them will be joining you within the next few weeks." Jessica R, second time mom. June 2011.
Our daughter, Vera June was born last Wednesday, after 18 hours of labor. It was an unmedicated, water birth and was the hardest thing I've ever done, but I am so happy I achieved my goal and now have a healthy and beautiful daughter.
I had been trying everything I could think of to start labor since I was past my due date and I finally decided to take a day off from "trying". I rested alot and that night at 4am my contractions started I was able to stay relaxed and let them wash over me like waves by using the breathing techniques from class. I spent the day going on walks outside, resting, eating, and watching Funniest Home Videos. Finally at 4pm we left for the Birth Center...[ ] We went on one final walk and ate some food before checking in to the birth center. From this point on, I don't recall much in detail, but the contractions were overwhelming. It helped for me to stand and be active, instead of lying down. I tried to stay above them and be relaxed, but they were very intense. I was offered Nubain + Fenergan for pain relief but refused, instead I used the shower and then got in the birthing tub for some relief.
Once in the birth tub things really seemed to speed up and become even more intense. I rocked back and forth, moaned, cursed, and cried. I had been stuck at 7cm dilation for the 3 hrs I had been there and the midwife noticed part of my cervix was stuck on the babies head. She manually moved it and my water broke. Ouch! Immediately I had an urge to push, within 30 minutes I moved her down and pushed her out. I was so ready to be done and meet my baby!
I would definitely advise all mommas-to-be to 1) hire a doula 2) use music/massagers/breathing techniques to stay relaxed 3) do perineal massage before delivery
Thank you for everything I learned in your class. I am so happy to share my story with you and your classes and hope that it will inspire others that all-natural is possible. Alicia B. June 2011.
Hi Mimi,
I am so excited to tell you that I gave birth to my second son last Thursday....I only spent three and a half hours laboring in the hospital and I achieved my goal of an unmedicated birth on my body's terms! My doctor and nurse were amazing along with my wonderful husband/coach and mom. I was able to
get skin to skin with my precious baby and breastfeed him right away.
Giving birth without any pain medication was challenging and painful, but it was one of best decisions I've ever made and I'm glad I did it.
I learned so much from my time in your class. Thank you for teaching me controlled breathing and thinking, both of which are necessities in
child birth. Reminding me to listen to and trust my body. I don't know how things would have gone if I hadn't had those tools I learned
in yoga class with you." Elizabeth R., RN, 2nd time mom. June 2011 1st birth 2 years ago ended in severe reaction to epidural and baby being away for 5 hours.
"MiMi, it was a year ago that I was walking into prenatal yoga being 5 cem dilated and definitely during labor, but at a plateau! I wanted to let you know that I was thinking about you seeing that you were a big part of our journey even during labor!!! Thanks for all that you did! Rebecca and Everleigh."
June 2011.
I am so glad I did yoga! The breathing helped so much. You can't practice it too much! Taking the time for myself was very important too. I look back on this birth and it is surreal. It happened so fast, it felt like I was watching a movie and not really experiencing it. But once we got home and realized we had TWO kids, it all became very REAL!!! Tiffany W., natural birth, May 2011
"Hello Mimi!
I attend the Monday night [prenatal] yoga and I love it!! I never really thought about a natural birth...I kind of assumed that I would hold out and then get an epidural if need be. I will definitely read up on the natural birth process and other articles or books you recommend. Thank you for all the hard work you do to make this class educational and successful!!!"
Heather M., new prenatal yoga student. May 2011
..."On another note, Delaney is doing great: less gassy, less fussy and sleeping much better." Marisa Partin, 1st time mom, after taking Baby's 1st Massage class. April 2011.
" We had a beautiful experience and I attribute a lot of it to my yoga practice. Thank you Mimi! I will be back if we decide to have a 3rd baby for sure." Kate T, second time mom and yoga student. April 2011.
"Thanks, MiMi, the yoga helped so much with all my discomforts during the pregnancy." Kristi D., April 2011.
"At least the afternoon colic is getting better...I think the massage really helped! We do that now almost every night, followed by a quick bath, and she has been sleeping very well (for the most part). I'm definitely recommending the class to others." Sasha G., 1st time mom. Pre and postnatal yoga student, baby's 1st massage graduate. April 2011.
"I appreciate that your classes gave me the knowledge/courage to talk to my doctor about the kind of birth that I want. When I first found out it was twins I was feeling like there weren't many options, thank you for the materials you sent me. I will keep you posted and hopefully see you in a few months. Thanks!"
Whitney-28 weeks pregnant with twins-March 2011.
"MiMi, I just wanted to give you an update on my baby:
Marco William arrived on March 19, 2011. He was a week early! The delivery happened incredibly fast. I arrived at the hospital at 12:20 am and he was born at 2:47 am.
I went all natural again! No epidural, no drugs or anything. I was a little nervous about how the natural delivery would go this time since I had to stop doing yoga at 28 weeks and had pelvic muscles problems. I never stopped practicing my breathing, relaxation and kegels so that really helped.
I am very grateful for everything I've learned in your classes.
I hope to see you soon in Mommy and Me or Baby's First Massage!
Mari B., second time student prenatal and postnatal yoga, and baby's 1st massage student, March 2011
"Regardless
of how any mom wants to have her birth go, I would definitely say that
your prenatal yoga class was amazing. You taught us so much stuff that
you do not learn in prepared childbirth classes or even pregnancy
books. There are so many emotional & physical benefits from your
prenatal yoga class...such healthy habits to get into (like Kegels). I
have already lost all of the pregnancy weight" Amy, Feb. 2011 one month
postpartum.-
"The
massage techniques are really helping. I took 4 of them that seem to
work great for him in concert and created my own little massage time for
Connor. It is making a huge difference. I really appreciate all of
your help." Christine, Frisco, TX Feb. 2011-getting help for Connor's digestive problems.
"My
baby arrived perfectly healthy (minus his colic which I know won’t last
forever) and during my horrible contractions all I could think about was the
lotus flower, which did help me relax. In
just 2 weeks, the entire baby weight I gained has dropped! I credit being in
shape and doing yoga for this
Most
important, I was told with a 3rd degree tear I would have problems
controlling my urine….NOT True, thanks to the millions of kegels I did, I am
completely fine and enjoying life not having to go to the bathroom all the
time. I miss your class and hope all is well. For anyone thinking about taking
your prenatal course, I would tell them it is a MUST DO!!! Betsy d., Dallas.
June 2010
“I delivered Tommy
May 3rd via csection for breech presentation… However, prior to the section I
had a version where the dr and midwife tried to manually turn the baby. I
wanted to tell you that while the procedure was going on (without sedation) the
drs kept commenting on my ability to manage the pain and keep my stomach
muscles relaxed. They had never seen anything like it. I told them it was all
the prenatal yoga that I went to prepare for natural childbirth.....”
Danielle W. May 2010, Dallas.
"Things
are moving along wonderfully and we are expecting Saylor to arrive some time
next week.I really enjoyed the yoga classes.. My only regret is not starting
them earlier! I wish my schedule could have allowed me to do so. I am sending
some of my other pregnant friends your contact info, in case you have any
openings in the future. Thanks
for making my pregnancy more enjoyable (and bearable!)". Shelby J., Frisco. June 2010
“I
would LOVE to do postnatal yoga and mommy and me yoga- Ava and I LOVED doing
the yoga together (with you) and I cant wait to do it again!”Jennifer
M, Dallas. June 2010.
"We
arrived at the hospital around 1:45a and checked in. The nurses were
wonderful & so was my doctor. They listened to me and what I wanted
to do. Everything that I learned in your classes including partner yoga
worked. I was dilated to 5 when the pain in my lower back was
extreme. I have a herniated lower lumbar disc so I felt even more
pressure with the pain. I then decided to get the epidural and I took
your advice and did not allow it to take over. I still felt all the
contractions and was able to breathe through them. I ended up pushing for
about 30-45 minutes and he was born. I did not tear below....THANK YOU
KEGELS! I did tear a little on the side.Within
a matter of minutes I was skin to skin with my baby boy. He spent every
night in the room with us & because of it my milk came in pretty
quickly. He is doing well and we are all adjusting.Thank
you for what you do. We could not have done it without your classes. Dana
J. April 2010
"I also wanted to thank you for all your support and encouragement during my pregnancy. It was so wonderful to have your experience and knowledge.
It really empowered me and I definitely heard your voice in my ear when I was in labor... I will tell you that being able to move around during labor was
exceptionally helpful and I made great use of the breathing you taught us... Cleansing and "ah" breaths were the order of the day and though I was uncomfortable, I was not in pain. The breathing helped me manage things well... I strongly believe that I am healing well in part due to what I learned in your classes. I am still using my squats, since I can't
bend over and the nurse in L&D told me that I was one of the best breathers she had seen... again, your class made the difference! Pre-natal yoga was a great experience and I will definitely do it again when it's time for baby # 2! Not only did it help me manage several pregnancy related concerns, it is is still useful to me post baby. Thank you!!" Kelly V. Feb. 2010
“I wanted to let you know Baby Travis arrived at 1:17 am
on wed morning after a 4 hr labor!!! …Thank you for teaching me the "ah
" breaths and many other useful tools I used during labor and delivery. I
could not have gotten through an unmedicated labor without your training.
It was a quick and intense labor after my water broke at
9 pm. We barely made it to the hospital at 12:45 am. They checked me and I was
dilated to a ten! Thirty minutes later and three pushes we had our sweet baby
boy.” Caroline O., 2nd pregnancy with BreatheYoga!
“I
believe that your yoga helped me during labor & delivery and in
recovery too. I used your breathing techniques early on in my labor. Also, I
had a strong shivering reaction to my epidural (which apparently is pretty
normal) and the breathing helped me keep
my muscles from tensing up. Also, the nurses kept telling me that I had
great movement & they couldn't believe how much I could do on my
own. Walking after surgery seemed pretty easy & my recovery is feeling like
it's ahead of schedule. I account all of it to my pre-natal yoga. I probably
would have had a harder time getting through this monumental life event if it
wasn't for your class. Thank you so much for all that you have taught me.” Stephanie P. Feb. 2010
"You have one more yoga baby
that was brought into the world!Our son, Caden Lee was born at 5:23 am Saturday morning after 30.5 hours
of labor!!! Talk about a marathon! He weighed in at 7 lbs, 19 inches and is
doing very well.All of
the breathing and stretching we worked on really helped me cope with the
contractions and work through them on my own with the support and strength of
my husband. However, after almost 25hours, I was still stalling out and getting stuck. I
did end up getting an epidural mainly for the sheer exhaustion of such a long,hard labor. It
ended up being a very wise decision because it was almost 6 more hours before I
was then ready to push. At that point all of your training came into play and
after 20 min of pushing ( about 6 transactions worth) he was here! Everyone
couldnt believe how quickly he came once I started and what a "good
pusher" I was. We are all doing well. Even with an unbelievably long and trying labor, I really cannot complain about my birth experience.
We had WONDERFUL nurses here at Medical City who did nothing but support and
encourage our choices and were extremely respectful of us trying to go natural.
Even at the end they were right there coaching as well. Every choice we made I
got to think about and make without feeling pressured or scared into anything
which is what I mainly wanted and most importantly the baby was doing fine and
handling the process well. He just wanted to take his time!Thank you again for your
advice and teachings in the months leading up to his birth. I would not have
been in such a mentally focused or confident place or as physically ready to
handle labor without you and the classes. It is the best advice for anyone I
know who is expecting! See you soon!"Casey K. Feb. 2010
"My husband and I loved your class. It was so very
informative and relaxing.Would you ever do a series of partner prenatal yoga? We would love
to attend on a regular basis.Thanks again for a great class." Laura, participant in Partner Prenatal Workshop. January 2010.
"The prenatal yoga classes I took were really nice. MiMi
was a wonderful and a very caring yoga Instructor. The breathing techniques she
taught me helped me to gain relaxation and mental strength during my pregnancy
.I hope all the new expectant moms will also gain the benefits by attending
this yoga class." Kavitha. February 2010.
"I had never taken yoga before getting pregnant. I took
prenatal yoga throughout my ENTIRE pregnancy and it was amazing. The health
benefits were only outweighed by the emotion and mental benefits. I had a very
easy pregnancy with no health problems and I am 100% sure it was in a large
part due to my yoga practice at MoveStudio. My teacher had an amazing
understanding of her teachings, and was always willing to listen and help in
any way possible. I have now been taking mommy and me postnatal yoga, and love
it as well... " -- Jennifer, May 2008
“Baby was born on Sat, Nov. 10. My labor and delivery
were completely natural. It was the best experience of my life. My doctor and
doula were very impressed with all my breathing “knowledge”. Thank God
for Yoga, Doulas and my mother’s genes. Thanks for the music and all your
awesome yoga sessions and tips”-- Mari B, Nov. 2007
"Mimi, Our daughter was born November 1st. I was able
to have a completely natural delivery and it was amazing…
I wanted to thank you for everything you taught me in preparation
for the birthing experience. I was able to utilize so many of the techniques
and I really used the cleansing breath to let go of the transition
contractions. I made myself use them even when it didn't feel like the
contraction was gone and it was just like muscle memory, my whole body relaxed.
I was so glad you told us so often how and when to use the breaths. Also I was
able to stay present with each contraction and observe what was happening, It
made the entire experience less frightening.
Our daughter is so amazing and I'm so glad we were able to
bring her into the world drug free! Thanks for everything, we couldn't have
done it without your preparation…
Thanks again," -- Ellis, Nov. 2007
"MiMi, I just wanted to take a minute and say thank you
for all you have done for me. I was a bit apprehensive about taking the yoga
class. From day one, you were so kind and welcoming and I really enjoyed it!
"
--Laminda Villareal, Dallas, TX.
"I place my hands at my heart center and salute the
mother in you. Thank you for using your gifts to guide us along in our
pregnancies! Mamaste,"
"Thank you, MiMi for the awesome preparation of natural
childbirth! You are helping tremendously."
--Casey Little, Doctor of Chiropractic. Frisco, TX.
"Dear MiMi... Thanks for the wonderful class and for
helping to move things along. [My labor and delivery] went beautifully. I owe
you so much. I really feel that my ability to cope was due in great proportion
to the lessons learned in your classes..."
--Dr. Julaine Hunter, Frisco, TX
"Thank you for all the fun classes ! I
think you are the sweetest instructor that I ever had, I really d id
enjoy your class"
--Usa Chai, Frisco, TX
"...all the hard work to stay fit was a tremendous
advantage...I recovered in record time. I don't look like I was ever pregnant.
I miss you and the class. Thank you for putting us is such great shape. Sophia
and I are very grateful"
--Vanessa Ogle, CEO-Enseo, Dallas, TX
"I was thankful for all I learned in yoga class because
concentrating on my breathing was the absolute key to getting through the
contractions. I used sounding as well when I was
breathing and the contractions were so strong and it really
helped to keep my jaw relaxed so even though it might feel silly doing it in
class tell everyone to remember it when they are in labor! ;-)
I will miss getting to come to your class and thank you so much for all of
your teaching..."
--Kathy Wright, Frisco, TX
"Unfortunately there were more... complications... Call
me crazy but I would do it again a third time due to such a great experience
this time. I know it had a lot to do with yoga throughout my whole pregnancy
and in recovery, keeping me with such a peace of mind. I can't wait to get back
and wanted to try the mommy and me class"
