This live, virtual 20-minute class is a combination of simple stretches to release tension in the body and guided meditation to release tension in the mind.

It is offered on Tuesdays and Thursdays to help provide an evening transition from “doing” mode to “being” mode. Register for free anytime this fall, attend as often as you wish, and feel free to invite others to register as a self-care routine.

This live, virtual 15-minute class is a combination of simple stretches to release tension in the body and guided meditation to mentally reset during the day.

It is offered on Tuesdays and Thursdays to encourage taking a break midday. Register for free anytime, attend as often as you wish, and feel free to invite others to register as a self-care routine.

Many people think gentle yoga is too easy and not an effective form of fitness. Think again! You can practice yoga in ways that are both active and gentle at the same time.

Come enjoy the many known benefits of yoga through:

• the practice of active yet gentle, rhythmic movement
• held yoga poses and vinyasa flow (moving from pose to pose via the breath)
  
• pranayam (breath work)
• relaxation and meditation
  

In this well-rounded class, Celeste LeMieux, 500 hr certified Kripalu Yoga Instructor, provides clear instructions and modifications, making it accessible and beneficial to practitioners of all ages and stages of yoga practice and life.

You will leave class feeling both stretched and strengthened while also feeling more calm and relaxed. This class is the perfect mid-week reset for body and mind. Come see how less really can be more!

All levels welcome! This is a movement class and workout attire is strongly encouraged.

Props for the class include:

• Yoga Tune Up Therapy Balls (modification: two tennis balls in a sock or a mesh bag)
• A Coregeous Ball (modification: an inflatable ball with a 22" round circumference)
• Two Yoga Blocks (modification: thick books)
• A Strap (modification: a cloth belt or towel)

This yoga practice provides the opportunity to relax and de-stress as well as to stretch, strengthen, and balance your body. The practice begins with a meditative centering followed by warm-ups, a posture flow, and a restful final relaxation. We conclude with a closing and some time for connecting with your fellow yogis.

The yoga postures are led at a moderate intensity. Lower intensity modifications are always offered and there is absolutely no obligation to do any posture. The goal is to make the class accessible to beginners as well as experienced practitioners. Listening to your body is the key to safety, especially in this online format.

This 2-hour class covers many important aspects of breastfeeding such as:

• how does breastfeeding work
• advantages
  
• getting off to a good start (what to do in the early hours and days with breastfeeding)
  
• early days at home (support and trouble shooting)
• typical newborn and infant feeding patterns
  
• supplies and equipment (pumps, soothing supplies, nursing bras)
  
• positioning baby at breast (latch and positions)
• avoiding latch issues
  
• pumping and returning to work or school
• where to get help and more!

You will leave with contact information for on-going support, pumping and storing, and other handouts.

Cost covers 2 people (mom and support person).

"Breastmilk contains a type of antibody called secretory immunoglobulin A (IgA) that provides passive immunity to the breastfed infant. This is especially helpful in the first few months of the baby’s life, when the baby’s immune system is still immature and not yet able to mount a response to common viruses." - Dr. Rosemarie Gordon, Pediatrician in MIT Medical's Primary Care.

The class is facilitated by a Parenting Educator and Breastfeeding Counselor.

This is a free, private group for the MIT community only.