When you’re pregnant, there are so many unknowns, including questions around what types of exercises are safe. No matter what activity you choose, staying active during pregnancy may help physically prepare you for labour and delivery and can shorten postnatal recovery.

Exercising after having a baby can be different for all of us. For some, it’s exciting and for others it’s a daunting thought (I was in this camp!). We’ve pulled together 10 simple ballet-inspired exercises to help get you back in the swing of things post-birth. And congratulations by the way. You are amazing!