Fit 4 Two Pre and Postnatal Fitness Vancouver

Welcome back to class everyone! We hope you had a lovely long weekend. Our inboxes etc are pretty full. If you contacted us Friday-Monday we will be getting back to you ASAP.

Snugabell Mom & Baby Gear supporting our communities.

Classes that have space (after all the PHO shuffling). Mon/Wed SF Olympic Village 11:00am (4) Tues/Thurs SF Trout Lake 1:30pm (3)... Tues/Thurs SF Kits 12:15pm (2) Mon/Wed SF Hillcrest 11:00am (1) Tues/Thurs SF Roundhouse 11:00am (5) Tues PF PF Trout Lake 6:00pm (6) Full: SF Kits 11:00am, SF Trout Lake 11:00 and 12:15am Cancelled due to PHO: Tummies 4 Mommies Hillcrest http://fit4two.ca/schedule/vancouver

Bonnie Henry Update March 29: Outdoor, distanced fitness classes are still okay.Bonnie Henry Update March 29: Outdoor, distanced fitness classes are still okay.

PHO update on outdoor class size maximums: 10 MAX. TL Prenatal Outdoors - No Action Needed TL Stroller Fitness - Please check your inbox... Kits Stroller Fitness - Please check your inbox Village Stroller Fitness - No Action Needed Hillcrest Stroller Fitness - No Action Needed Hillcrest Tummies 4 Mommies and Infant Massage has been postponed because it is indoors. The centre will call you. Roundhouse Stroller Fitness - No Action Needed

#Fit4Twolove Shows some #Fit4TwoLove and win a FREE SESSION of classes in March. Between now and February 13, post a photo of someone or something you love on Instagram, tag @Fit4TwoInc and use the hash tag #Fit4Twolove. You’ll be entered into the draw and we will announce the winner on Valentines Day. Feel free to enter as many times as you like. Each unique post with #Fit4TwoLove and @Fit4TwoInc will count as an entry into the draw. ... Happy Love Month

Let's massage our babies in the comfort of our own homes. Digestion Sleep Bonding Communication... Development http://fit4two.ca/schedule/vancouver/9792 See more

#Fit4TwoLove Show some #Fit4TwoLove and win a FREE SESSION of classes in March. Between now and February 13, post a photo of someone or something you love on Instagram, tag @Fit4TwoInc and use the hash tag #Fit4TwoLove. You’ll be entered into the draw and we will announce the winner on Valentines Day. Feel free to enter as many times as you like. Each unique post with #Fit4TwoLove and @Fit4TwoInc will count as an entry into the draw. ... Good luck and Happy Love Month!

Welcome to our January Babies! You are loved beyond your imagination. We have one more little guy who has yet to be named...stay tuned.

Physically-Distanced Outdoors Physically-Distanced Masks-Required Indoors Online in the comfort of your own home <3 Something for everyone <3

If you have had your baby in the past few weeks or months, you probably have questions about easing back into fitness. This workshop is just for you! RSVP for this free workshop [email protected]

Love this. https://youtu.be/kKlzvlGwkuU

Good advice from our friend Jill.

Still looking for the perfect gift for a new mom or mom-to-be? We've got you covered.

Check out all the awesomeness 2020 brought to the world <3

The Fit 4 Two Office is closed for a winter holiday break. See you in 2021!

We might be biased but we think that Fit 4 Two Gift Certificates make awesome Christmas Gifts. Do you?

For the new moms and moms-to-be on your list

How to register for community centre classes

Check out our Mom & Baby costume idea board. https://www.pinterest.ca/fit4t/mom-baby-halloween-costumes/

Did you know that our lovely instructor Carey is also a certified personal trainer? Check out her personal training Facebook page. https://www.facebook.com/CareyYuenPT

Many Vancouver employers provide wellness spending accounts for things like fitness classes, personal training, athletic equipment and even running shoes. If you have this benefit, it will still be active during your parental leave. Many programs run Jan-Dec with any unused balance going to zero at the end of the year. Check in with your HR department and see if you have a balance before it expires.

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Prenatal Cannabis Exposure and Early Developmental Outcomes Study There is some uncertainty as to what links exist between cannabis use and poor birth outcomes and child development. The Perinatal Wellbeing Research Team led by Dr. Hamideh Bayrampour is conducting a study to collect preliminary data on cannabis use during pregnancy and its links with newborn’ development. Any pregnant person, aged 19 years or older, with a BC Services Card, and who plans to deliver in BC Women’s hospital is eligible to participate! For more information about the Prenatal Cannabis Exposure and Early Developmental Outcomes (PreCeeDo) Study and to participate/share participation information, visit www.midwifery.ubc.ca/preceedo

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New Mothers’ Thoughts of Harm Extension Study Unwanted thoughts of infant-related harm are a normal but distressing experience for most, if not all, new mothers. The stigma of having these thoughts, and fears of acting on them, may stop new mothers from speaking with their healthcare providers for support. Dr. Nichole Fairbrother (Clinical Associate Professor, University of British Columbia, Department of Psychiatry) and her team at the UBC Perinatal Anxiety Research Lab are ...conducting a large-scale study to learn more about these kinds of thoughts and their relationship with maternal mental health, parenting and infant safety with the goal of improving care and services for mothers, infants and families. If you'd like to participate in this study, please scan the QR code or access the online survey via www.tinyurl.com/ToH-Extension.

Registration for our first INDOOR class since February opened today. Baby & Me Fitness Tues/Thurs 9:45am Prenatal Fitness Wed 7:30pm https://ca.apm.activecommunities.com//fit-4-two-bab/283635

Have you set up your Vancouver Web Reg account yet? You'll need one to register for indoor classes. Registration for Roundhouse classes opens Tuesday October 20 at 9:00am.

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NOVEMBER Schedule at a Glance Postnatal Olympic Village Stroller Fitness M/W (Outdoors with access to covered area)... Roundhouse Baby & Me Fitness T/Th (Indoors) Trout Lake Stroller Fitness T/Th (Outdoors with access to covered area) Sunset Community Centre Baby & Me Fitness M/W (Indoors) Kits Stroller Fitness T/Th (Outdoors with access to covered area) Prenatal Trout Lake Prenatal Fitness T (Outdoors with access to covered area) Roundhouse Prenatal Fitness W (Indoors) Sunset Community Centre Prenatal Fitness Th (Indoors) Registration for outdoor classes in open. Registration for the Roundhouse begins Oct 20 9am Registration for Sunset is TBA

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Hey all you 'fine'apples.....a friendly reminder to register for December. http://fit4two.ca/area/vancouver

6 Ways to Support Fit 4 Two on Small Business Saturday 1. Love your class? Share how you feel. Post a photo tagging Fit 4 Two on your favourite social media platforms. 2. New mom friends? Send them a link. ... 3. Leave a Facebook or Google Review. 4. Family asking what you would like for Hanukkah? Christmas? How about a session of Fit 4 Two classes or a gift certificate? 5. If you can, consider registering early for your next session of classes. Early registration helps us plan and give our instructor plenty of notice about their schedule. 6. Do you have a balance in your 2020 health and wellness spending account at work? How about a Fit 4 Two Gift Certificate?

4 hours left to save! Black Friday Sale! Save 30% on our January and February Online (Zoom) Programs. http://fit4two.ca/area/vancouver

We acknowledge your babies and your losses. We want to hear their names. We want to hear their stories. Sending you extra love today.

Black Friday Sale! Save 30% on our January and February Online (Zoom) Programs. This sure would make a fantastic holiday gift - hint hint

East Van Mamas - We need to hear from you! ***Time Sensitive*** Sunset Community Centre is offering us indoor space. If you are planning to attend classes in November and December, we need to hear from you ASAP. Survey links can be found at www.fit4two.ca/area/vancouver

Happy Thanksgiving! Wishing everyone a lovely long weekend. A reminder that there are no classes Thanksgiving Monday.

Reminder that registration closes at 5:00pm today for our Friday Infant Massage Workshop tomorrow. We hope you'll join us. Current Fit 4 Two registrants, remember to use your VIP option. http://fit4two.ca/schedule/vancouver/9764

We need to hear from you! Please complete this very short survey about indoor Fit 4 Two classes in November. https://www.surveymonkey.com/r/2QVVYSM

Let's massage our babies, together, at home. Fri Nov 27 11:00am. Registration required. Current Fit 4 Two participant? Don't forget about your VIP option. http://fit4two.ca/schedule/vancouver/9764

Class fees have been pro-rated for the rest of the session. There are spaces in Stroller Fitness in Kits, Yaletown and Grays Park. There is also space in Prenatal Fitness in Kits. www.fit4two.ca/schedule/vancouver

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For those who like to read about pregnancy & birth in Canada <3 https://indiginews.com/deep-/indigenous-reproductive-health

We have added January and February classes to our schedule. What's the same? Stroller Fitness at Olympic Village, Kits and Trout Lake Prenatal Fitness Outdoors at Trout Lake... What's new? Starting this week: Online Prenatal Fitness Thursdays 7:00pm with Carey Starting this week: Online Postnatal Core Series Wed 11:00am with Mel Starting in January: Online Baby & Me Fitness Mon/Wed 11:00am with Mel What's in flex? We do not know when indoor classes at the community centres will resume. We will keep you posted as always. We appreciate your on-going flexibility and supportive words. We couldn't do this without you. http://fit4two.ca/schedule/vancouver

To all the moms-to-be and new moms who have shared with me that they aren't really 'baby people' but they love kids...and how much that freaked you out when you were expecting. This sketch gave me a good belly laugh and made me think of you. I have watched you be the most amazing moms to your babies AND your cool 4-year-olds.I have always appreciated your honesty, vulnerability and humour. https://www.facebook.com/baronessvonsketchshow/videos/275649003680541/

Registration closes at 5:00pm today. Lets massage our babies from the comfort of our own home! Led by certified infant massage instructor Melanie Osmack, we will learn to massage baby's feet, legs, tummy, arms, hands and face. You will need: vegetable oil (olive, avocado, grape seed etc), towel to lay baby on and something soft for under the towel. ... $10/family. PDF Handout Included. Reg closes Thurs Nov 12 at 5:00pm http://fit4two.ca/schedule/vancouver/9749

Lets massage our babies from the comfort of our own home! Led by certified infant massage instructor Melanie Osmack, we will learn to massage baby's feet, legs, tummy, arms, hands and face. You will need: vegetable oil (olive, avocado, grape seed etc), towel to lay baby on and something soft for under the towel. $10/family.... PDF Handout Included. Reg closes Thurs Nov 12 at 5:00pm http://fit4two.ca/schedule/vancouver/9749

**Breaking News** "Dr. Henry orders businesses and recreation centres to stop holding indoor group physical activities until updated COVID-19 safety plans are in place. This includes yoga, spin, dance, and group fitness classes." **Outdoor classes are running as usual** We currently have indoor classes at Roundhouse and at Sunset Community Centre and will wait for guidance from these centres as to what will be happening. In the meantime, please be patient while we wait to ...hear from them. Thank You.

**Prenatal Mamas** Although our most recent surveys showed that approximately 60% of our participants would like an indoor option, only 2 people registered for indoor classes and registration at our outdoors classes is much lower than usual. We want to help you continue to benefit from an active pregnancy and we need YOU to help us with that. We would really appreciate your completing this 8 questions survey.... https://www.surveymonkey.com/r/7HW2BJ7 **If you had you baby- congratulations!!! You do not need to complete the survey.and we are here to answer your questions about easing back into fitness** How soon can I ease back into fitness? For vaginal births, the Society of Obstetricians and Gynecologists of Canada recommends you let fatigue be your guide. We find that a big vague so at Fit 4 Two we add that for vaginal births, your lochia (postpartum bleeding) should be finished, infant feeding established, and you are getting enough rest to safely drive a car. For most new moms, this is 6-12 weeks postpartum. For caesarean births, infant feeding should be established, you are getting enough rest to safely drive a car, and you have verbal medical clearance from your healthcare provider after your 6 week post-op check up. We usually see moms out at their first postnatal class 6-12 weeks postpartum. Our classes are suitable and beneficial for new moms with diastasis recti and most pelvic floor concerns. If you are feeling unsure, please reach out to us.

I’d like to think that this wouldn’t happen here.

What a lovely birth story

We can't wait to see your babies dressed up for class this week! Bring your baby in their Halloween costumes Wed-Fri. Happy Halloween! #halloweenbaby

Check out our Mom & Baby costume idea board. https://www.pinterest.ca/fit4t/mom-baby-halloween-costumes/

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Registration for our first INDOOR class since February opened today. Baby & Me Fitness Tues/Thurs 9:45am Prenatal Fitness Wed 7:30pm https://ca.apm.activecommunities.com//fit-4-two-bab/283635

Have you set up your Vancouver Web Reg account yet? You'll need one to register for indoor classes. Registration for Roundhouse classes opens Tuesday October 20 at 9:00am.

We acknowledge your babies and your losses. We want to hear their names. We want to hear their stories. Sending you extra love today.

IMPORTANT ANNOUNCEMENT Mel here. It is with a heavy heart that I let you know that I cannot continue with the Fit 4 Two Online program at this time. I have really enjoyed teaching online over the last 5 months and looked forward to class each day. Since 'school' started back up for my kids 3 weeks ago, I've been feeling extremely overwhelmed and pulled in too many directions. High schoolers are not full time and one of my children needs assistance with the online class po...rtion. It's also a tremendous amount of driving and last minute scheduling changes. I'm going to take the month of October off from online teaching and figure out a more sustainable model for November. If you were registered for Fit 4 Two Online in September, I'll send you a pro-rated refund for the last 2 classes. If you are registered for Fit 4 Two Online October I'll send a full refund. If you were registered in a September outdoor class and were hoping to do an online makeup class here, you are still welcome to do so by accessing the videos until October 9. After October 9 I will be temporarily 'hiding' the group while I figure out next steps. Thank you for understanding. In gratitude, Melanie

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**A schedule update** With the kids back in school and their schedules set (for now), we have had to make a few changes to our October schedule. Kits Stroller Fitness will take place Tues/Thurs instead of Mon/Wed starting in October. Also, Grays Park will be moving from Tues/Thurs to Mon/Wed. We have emailed all those registered but covering our bases by posting here as well. Thank you for rolling with us through COVID-19, forest fires, and school schedules.

A reminder to register early for October Outdoor Physically Distanced classes. Due to COVID, we have a limited number of spaces in each class and most classes sell out 7-10 days ahead. www.fit4two.ca/schedule/vancouver

Our beautiful city's air quality is back to 'low risk'! We can't wait to see you again at our physically distanced outdoor classes. Photo credit Erica Halvorsen.

Got my Eastside 10km race package today. Saturday I’ll be walking 10km for WISH Drop-In Centre Society and Downtown Eastside Women's Centre. No donation is too ...small. Thank you. PS if the air quality is not safe I’ll wait and walk when it is better. https://raceroster.com//2020-u/pledge/participant/9885477

Check out this awesome new page for Pregnant women in BC. This is a sample post. It was created by and maintained by the BC Association of Pregnancy Outreach Workers (BCAPOP). I had the privilege of sitting on this board for 6 years and I am so proud of the work they are doing. BC Association of Pregnancy Outreach Programs Midwives Association of British Columbia

Good morning everyone. It looks like we will be inside again today. We want to keep you and babies safe and healthy. Anna and I will both be giving away an eStarbucks* gift card again today. I'm not sure what Anna's contest will look like but mine will be about 'the why' again. I'll be asking, "Why we do a exercise X?" *If you have a preferred coffee shop and they do egift cards we can do that instead :-)

8 classes a week. 4 locations. Fit 4 Two Stroller Fitness is keeping new moms connected across the city. Physically distanced. Outdoors. Max class sizes. Live classes fill up quickly. Register early to avoid disappointment. http://fit4two.ca/schedule/vancouver

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AIR QUALITY SAFETY PLAN. We are taking classes indoors via Zoom until the air is safe. All registrants have been sent an email with the Zoom link. If you did not receive it please email [email protected]

Pregnant in Vancouver? Check out our fall lineup of physically-distanced outdoor classes. Our live classes fill quickly - register early to avoid disappointment. http://fit4two.ca/schedule/vancouver

Air quality is high risk today so no stroller fitness at trout lake. All registrants have been notified via what’s app. https://weather.gc.ca/airquality/pages/bcaq-001_e.html

New class added! Prenatal Fitness Outdoors in Yaletown! Wed 6:00pm starting October 7. Outdoor classes fill up quickly - register early to avoid disappointment. http://fit4two.ca/schedule/vancouver/9733