Mums & Bubs Pilates in Petone
Becoming a mother is a life-changing experience — and taking care of your body during this time is vital.
At THRIVE Pilates, our Mums & Bubs classes are thoughtfully designed to support you during this transformative stage. Led by expert instructors in a warm, welcoming environment, these sessions focus on rebuilding strength, supporting postnatal recovery (including diastasis recti), and fostering a sense of connection and community.
Our Mums & Bubs classes run in 8-week blocks, every Tuesday at 11am.
Why Choose Mums & Bubs Pilates at THRIVE?
Reconnect with Your Body
Our Mums & Bubs classes offer gentle, progressive exercises designed specifically for the postnatal period. Enjoy a relaxed, supportive environment where you can safely ease back into movement — and yes, your baby is welcome too! We recommend bringing a capsule so your little one can comfortably watch you move.
Expert Guidance
Our experienced instructors specialise in postnatal Pilates, guiding you through safe and effective movement patterns that support your recovery and overall well-being.
Supportive Environment
As a boutique studio, we keep classes small to ensure personalised attention in a calm, nurturing space where you can truly feel at ease.
Tailored Workouts
Designed with your changing body and daily demands in mind, these sessions help rebuild strength, improve posture, support diastasis recti recovery, and give you valuable time to focus on you.
Community Connection
Connect with other mums who understand the stage you're in — these classes foster friendships and support that extend beyond the studio.
Please Note:
We recommend waiting at least six weeks post-birth before starting. Be sure to check with your doctor, midwife, or obstetrician before returning to exercise.
Benefits of Mums & Bubs Pilates
Strengthening Core Muscles:
Rebuild abdominal strength and support the healing of diastasis recti through focused breathing and targeted core exercises. These sessions lay the foundation for strength and stability, supporting your journey as a new mum — both in and out of the studio.
Improve Posture:
Enhance your posture to ease the physical demands of nursing and carrying your baby, helping you feel more comfortable and supported throughout the day.
Pelvic Floor Health:
Targeted exercises to help strengthen and support your pelvic floor during postnatal recovery. If you have a pelvic floor assessment with Jennifer at Positive Pelvic Health , she can share personalised recommendations with us to tailor your exercises for the best results.
Stress Relief:
Experience mindful movement designed to promote relaxation and ease stress during the busy early months of motherhood. Boost your energy, improve sleep quality, and lift your mood through gentle, restorative exercise.
Increased Mobility:
Maintain flexibility and ease aches in areas like the hips and lower back, helping you move comfortably through daily activities—from bending to put on your shoes to lifting your little one
Strengthen Arms and Upper Body:
Build the strength needed for daily lifting and carrying your little one with targeted exercises that support your upper body and help prevent fatigue.
Why THRIVE is the Best Choice for Mums & Bubs Pilates in Lower Hutt
At THRIVE, we’re more than just a Pilates studio — we’re a community dedicated to women’s wellness. Our mission is to empower mums to feel their best throughout their postnatal journey. With a commitment to excellence, a passion for supporting our community, and a love for movement, THRIVE has become Lower Hutt’s trusted destination for Mums & Bubs Reformer Pilates