Pregnancy exercise classes are not only a great way to keep fit but are also a great way to meet other mums to be. There’s quite a range in Aberdeen and Aberdeenshire. All the classes below have been recommended to me by mum I know.

Swimming

• Turtle Tums Aberdeen offer Aqua Natal Yoga classes on a Monday night in Aberdeen: https://www.facebook.com/turtletumsaberdeen
• Also many aqua aerobics classes are suitable for pregnant women – contact the organiser/trainer first to check if any modification are required

Yoga

• Bela runs pregnancy yoga classes in Torphins, you can find out more on her Facebook group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/1634526023532232/
• Elaine Thompson runs pregnancy yoga classes in Banchory and Maryculter, upcoming classes are posted on Elaine’s Facebook Page: https://www.facebook.com/elainethompsonyoga
• Jeane Christison runs pregnancy yoga classes in Stonehaven, you can email Jeane to find out if there are any upcoming classes: j[email protected]
• Jodi at the Yoga Spot near Garthdee runs pregnancy yoga classes, check the class timetable for up to date information: http://www.theyogaspot.co.uk/class-timetable.html
• Judy Cameron runs a selection of pregnancy yoga classes in Aberdeen and Kintore – these classes come very highly recommended by myself and many mums – more information can be found on her website: http://www.yogaofbirth.co.uk/yoga/YogaBirth_Classes.html
• Lis at Prana Mama Yoga runs yoga classes in Inverurie: https://www.facebook.com/PranaMamaYoga
• Penelope Peacock runs pregnancy yoga classes, information is on her Breathe Mama page: https://www.facebook.com/thebreathinstinct/

General Fitness

• Prams in the park is very popular with new mums, you take your baby along with you, but it’s also suitable for pregnant women and it’s a great way to start to build your support network before baby arrives. It runs in Aberdeen, Portlethen and Banchory There’s more information on their website: http://www.rebelpt.co.uk/prams-in-the-park/