Prenatal & Postnatal Depression

Prenatal & Postnatal Fitness Certification

Pregnant and postpartum exercisers represent a special population in the fitness environment, with a specific set of training needs particular to their evolving condition. A prenatal/postnatal fitness certification qualifies you to teach prenatal/postnatal group exercise, including muscle conditioning and stability ball classes, as well as train individual pregnant and postpartum clients. Prenatal/postnatal yoga and water aerobics are separate certifications.

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How to Instruct an Exercise for Prenatal & Postnatal Women

Pregnancy is a time of many changes to a woman's body. When you combine these changes with an exercise program, the instruction for a pregnant and postnatal woman is different than for your average female exercise participant. ...

Postnatal Depression Information

Approximately 10 percent of new mothers experience postnatal depression, according to the American Congress of Obstetricians and Gynecologists. Women who believe they may have this condition should contact their doctor.

Indicators of Postnatal Depression

About 10 percent of new mothers have postnatal depression, also called postpartum depression, according to the American Congress of Obstetricians and Gynecologists (ACOG). The National Institutes of Health (NIH) adds that the s...

Prenatal Depression Signs & Symptoms

However, the March of Dimes estimates that as many as one out of every five pregnant women will experience depression at some point during her pregnancy. Knowing the signs and symptoms of prenatal depression will enable you to ...