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Pregnancy swimming
Relaxed movement and a moment of connection.
During your pregnancy, your body carries a little more every day. In the water, that gravity briefly falls away completely. Pregnancy swimming offers you a lovely moment of weightlessness, in which you keep moving in a gentle and safe way, release tension and consciously make time for yourself and the little one in your belly.
Guided by midwife Liese, we combine relaxation, breathing and pelvic exercises with valuable preparation for the birth. It is not only a treat for your changing body, but also a warm place to meet other mums-to-be and ask your questions at ease. Come land blissfully in the water and experience how movement and relaxation go hand in hand.
Why pregnancy swimming?
Weightless, relaxed movement
In the water, gravity briefly falls away. Your joints, ligaments and back are relieved, so you can move smoothly and without pain.
Time for yourself and your baby
A weekly moment of calm in your diary to get out of your head and consciously pause with the little one growing inside you.
A strong and relaxed pelvis
We focus specifically on the muscles around your pelvis and pelvic floor. You learn not only to strengthen them, but above all to consciously release them — essential for the birth.
Breathing & calm
Through gentle exercises you learn to focus on deep, calm breathing and total relaxation, which helps you meet contractions with more strength and composure later on.
Preparation for the birth
Both physically and mentally you build up fitness and confidence, which contributes to a smoother birth process.
Preventing and easing complaints
The upward pressure of the water improves circulation, reduces fluid retention in the legs and eases typical complaints such as pelvic or back pain.
Who is it for?
Pregnancy swimming is suitable for pregnant women who would like to keep moving in a gentle and safe way during their pregnancy. It is allowed during every stage of your pregnancy.
You do not need to be an experienced swimmer: the classes take place in shallow water and focus on relaxed movement and enjoying the water, not on sporting performance. If you are unsure whether pregnancy swimming is suitable for you, it is best to discuss this with your midwife or doctor.
What can you expect?
Each session lasts 1 hour in total and takes place in a relaxed, friendly atmosphere:
- Welcome and changing: We gather around 6.00 p.m. at the reception. From there we go to the changing rooms together to get changed calmly.
- 45 minutes in the water: We dive into the warm water together for a lovely alternation between conscious movement and deep relaxation. The exercises are specially tailored to your pregnant body, to strengthen muscles, relieve the pelvis and find calm in your breathing.
- Connecting & meeting: The water is the perfect place to consciously pause with your baby, but also to connect with other mums-to-be. Sharing experiences brings recognition, support and a good dose of cosiness.
- Closing Q&A: We end the session together with a warm chat. Midwife Liese is there to calmly answer all your questions about your pregnancy, labour and birth and to give expert advice.
Practical
- Where
- Swimming pool of Arendonk
- When
- From 16 September, every Wednesday evening from 6.15 to 7.00 p.m.
- Guided by
- Midwife Liese
- Registration
- Please let us know in advance when you are coming
Extra information: at the same time the pool is open for free swimming. Ideal for a family outing, while your partner and any older children enjoy themselves in the water.
Multi-session card
You buy your card on site. Entrance to the pool is included and there is no weekly obligation.
| Card | Price |
|---|---|
| 5 sessions | € 75 |
| 10 sessions | € 145 |
| 15 sessions | € 215 |
Register
Let us know when you are coming and we will keep a spot for you. Prefer to call? You can reach us via +32 491 98 57 05 .
We look forward to moving, relaxing and looking ahead to the arrival of your baby together with you.
Frequently asked questions about pregnancy swimming
Do I need to be a good swimmer?
No. The classes take place in shallow water and focus on relaxed movement and enjoying the water, not on sporting performance. So you do not need to be an experienced swimmer.
From how many weeks of pregnancy can I join?
Pregnancy swimming is allowed during every stage of your pregnancy. If you are unsure whether it is suitable for you, discuss it with your midwife or doctor.
Do I have to come every week?
No, there is no weekly obligation. You buy a multi-session card on site and come whenever it suits you. We do ask you to register in advance when you plan to come.
Is entrance to the pool included?
Yes, entrance to the swimming pool is included in the price of your multi-session card.
Join pregnancy swimming?
Register with midwife Liese and we will keep a spot for you in the pool of Arendonk.
Contact midwife Liese