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A nurturing space for parents and babies to grow, bond and thrive

My Services

Gentle Nest is a support for mothers and parents with babies or young children through yoga, breastfeeding support and holistic wellbeing service.

I have over 30 years of experience in public health and midwifery, with a diploma in breastfeeding support and I am a certified yoga teacher.

It is my aim to offer a calm, informed and personalised approach to early parenthood.

  • Postnatal Mother and Baby Yoga - Bonding through gentle movement and touch; promoting relaxation and development for both parent and child

    Vinyasa Flow - Dynamic and restorative yoga styles that support resilience, rest and nervous system regulation

    Yin Yoga - Focuses on targeting the deeper connective tissues of the body, like fascia, ligaments and joints; by holding poses for extended periods

    Private sessions - Tailored to individual needs, available in-home or in-studio

  • Child development reviews - Following the Healthy Child Programme, including developmental screenings (Ages and Stages Questionnaires - ASQ/ASQ-SE) growth tracking with calibrated baby scales and onward referral where appropriate

    Breastfeeding Guidance & Support - Aligned with UNICEF Baby friendly standards, offering support with latch, positioning, feeding concerns and maternal confidence

    Maternal Health Support & Sleep advice - Screening for maternal mood and wellbeing, practical guidance for infant sleep and feeding routines and vitamin D and weaning advice (Start for Life)

  • Postnatal Mother & Baby Group Yoga Sessions

    Group Yoga Sessions held at 10.30am on Wednesdays at St. Marks Church Hall in Hitchin

    • 1 × 60 mins session - £14.00

    Group Yoga Sessions held at 10.30am on Thursdays at Stondon Community Centre

    • 1 × 60 mins session - £14.00

    Package of four 60 minute Yoga sessions for the price of three

    • 1 × 240 mins yoga package - £40.00

    You will receive a code that allows you to book any currently available yoga sessions. (Note: the code expires 7 days after purchase)

    Private Maternal & Child Wellbeing Session

    Breastfeeding Support,  Maternal Health Support, Child Development Reviews. These can take place on the phone, in a public setting, at your home or at my home. I recommend my free 15min telephone consultation initially to decide what suits you best before booking one of these sessions.

    • Initial 10 min telephone consultation - Free

    • 60min Session (In person or telephone) - £75

    • 90min Session (In person or telephone) - £100

    • Telephone Session - £25 per 20 minutes

    *child development 1 hour minimum session 

  • 1. Booking and Payment:

    • The booking process begins by completing and submitting the online booking system

    • Details for making an online payment will made through the booking system

    • You must make the full payment to confirm your booking.

    2. Refunds and Cancellations:

    • Payments for group classes are non-refundable.

    • Private one-to-one consultations may be rescheduled with a minimum of 24 hours’ notice, otherwise it will not be possible to reschedule, and your payment will not be refunded.

    3. Safety and Responsibility:

    • All clients participate in sessions at their own risk. Gentle Nest is not liable for any injury or health issue arising from participation.

    • All yoga clients must complete a health questionnaire and agree to the service disclaimer. This form can be downloaded from the website and submitted by email before the course begins.

    • It is the responsibility of the client to inform Gentle Nest of any medical conditions or changes to their health status, before starting any session.

    4. Insurance and Safeguarding:

    • Gentle Nest holds appropriate Professional Yoga and Public Liability Insurance.

    • Gentle Nest instructor holds a current DBS certificate.

    5. Data Protection and Confidentiality:

    • All client information is treated confidentially. All personal information will be held securely and will not be shared with third parties without consent.

    • Client data will only be used for the purposes of managing bookings, delivering services, and health & safety compliance.

    • Health details are used solely for safe practice of yoga and wellbeing services.

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My Offering

Gentle Nest is a blend of expert-led yoga, personalised breastfeeding support and holistic parenting guidance, in a calm and supportive setting.

My work aligns with the NHS Healthy Child Programme and best practice guidance from UNICEF Baby friendly, Start for life and The Lullaby Trust

I currently offer Vinyasa Flow with Yin Yoga sessions, with support for antenatal mothers and Postnatal Mother and Baby Yoga classes. Please contact me for more information.

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Gentle Nest centres around nurturing the wellbeing of both parents and their children through a holistic approach to health.

I offer a diverse range of yoga services, tailored to the unique needs of parents, promoting physical strength, mental clarity, and emotional balance.

Alongside my yoga classes, I provide evidence-based parenting advice that empowers caregivers to make informed decisions in their parenting journey.

A tranquil environment fosters a sense of community, allowing families to connect, share, and grow together whilst drawing upon my 30 years of health expertise.

Through these services, I aim to support families in cultivating a harmonious balance between personal wellness and the joys of parenting.

My ethos

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Contact Me

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To book a private session please email me or call me - contact details below

Group sessions subject to interest will be held at:

St Marks Church

St Mark's Close, Hitchin SG5 1UR

Stondon Community Centre
The Pastures, Upper Stondon, Lower Stondon, Henlow SG16 6QB

The Signing Rooms
10a Sun Street, Hitchin SG5 1AE

Hours
Monday–Friday
10am–6pm

Phone

07350 509757