babies and barbells (HASTINGS)
Get safe, effective training designed for postpartum recovery and build a strong foundation for long-term fitness—with your baby by your side and a community of like-minded mamas supporting you every step of the way.
This 6 week series is designed specifically for postpartum (or pregnant) individuals looking to bridge the gap between having a baby and getting back into the fitness/exercise routine that they love, safely and effectively.
You can expect each class to start with a warm-up, mobility and breath work followed by a strength and conditioning workout to move our bodies head to toe. Bodyweight, holding babies, using dumbbells (if asymptomatic), or progressing to barbells (if asymptomatic) - it’s all welcomed and encouraged! Modifications will be provided based on your needs, goals, any symptoms or things that come along the way. You take this class as you need it! No judgment, no expectations!
Limited to 14 spots a series
NEXT SERIES starts MAY 13
(1 spot left)
Location: DRIFTWOOD ATHLETICS - HASTINGS (3706 Hastings Street)
12 CLASS SERIES (TUESDAYS AND THURSDAYS)
Series Dates: Tuesday, May 13th to Thursday, June 29th
Time: 10:00am to 11:00am
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what you can expect
This 6 week series is designed specifically for postpartum (or pregnant) individuals looking to bridge the gap between having a baby and getting back into the fitness/exercise routine that they love, safely and effectively.
As a mom myself, I realized that there is a huge need for a program specifically designed to guide us safely and effectively back to working out. Babies and Barbells is a group class like no other out there and is designed to progress you back to strength training and conditioning style workouts smoothly, safely, and at your own pace, lead by a certified pregnancy and postpartum coach the whole time.
Week 1: Breathwork You’ll learn proper breathing, posture and positioning strategies to protect & strengthen your core and pelvic floor
Week 2: Supported Movement. Focusing on breathing through movements starting with bodyweight exercises and moving into light weights.
Week 3: Strength. Start adding more weight to your exercises and performing barbell movements.
Week 4: Speed (if asymptomatic) Add speed to your weighted exercises.
Week 5: Sport (if asymptomatic) Work on exercises used in sport like jumping and running.
Week 6: Sustainable Physical Activity (if asymptomatic) Progress into this phase to complete the final phase of returning to postpartum fitness!
Join a community with other like-minded mamas and get sweaty! Bring baby/babies with you, or take the hour to yourself!
FAQs
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Yes! Absolutely! I welcome babies at all stages—crawling, rolling, or even full-on sprinting (hello, toddlers!). A lot of the workouts involve sharing equipment with another mom or doing partner-style conditioning, which means you’ll have extra hands around to help keep an eye on the little ones. The group atmosphere is super supportive, and we all understand the juggle of motherhood!
That said, this class isn’t a structured childcare setting, so you’ll still be responsible for your little one. Most moms find that bringing a play mat, some toys, or snacks helps keep their baby entertained while they get their workout in. And if you need to pause to scoop up your kiddo, feed, or take a break—that’s totally normal and expected!
At the end of the day, we’re all in this together, and the goal is to move, connect, and have fun alongside other moms in the same season of life!
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Yes, you can still join. There’s no magic timeline—it’s really about when you feel ready, both physically and emotionally. Some moms feel good starting gentle breathwork and rehab-style movement within the first few weeks, while others prefer to wait until after their six-week checkup (or even longer). All of these choices are completely okay!
The first two weeks of class really focus on core reconnection and pelvic floor work, and I’ll be giving you a ton of info on breathwork—how to use it in movement and why it’s key as we progress in the coming weeks. This isn’t about jumping straight into workouts; it’s about building a strong foundation so your body feels supported as you return to fitness. Plus, every single movement can be regressed if you’re experiencing any postpartum symptoms, so we’ll always meet you where you’re at.
That said, I highly recommend booking an appointment with a pelvic floor physiotherapist before jumping back into movement. They can give you more personalized guidance on how your core and pelvic floor are healing, which can be super helpful in class and as you return to fitness.
If you’re not quite ready for the class yet, I’ve got a free guide on exercises for the first 6 weeks postpartum, so you can start with gentle, intentional movement from home.
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Joining Babies and Barbells while you're pregnant can be incredibly beneficial.
This class will help you learn how to manage your intra-abdominal pressure effectively, which is key for core and pelvic floor health during pregnancy and beyond. You'll gain practical strategies for breathing, bracing, and modifying movements to support your changing body.
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