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June Class Bingo
Austin Yoga Lounge
june class bingo
come play with us this month
This month, we're turning your time on the mat into a little game. You'll find the bingo cards up on the studio wall, prenatal and postpartum. Put your name on the one that fits where you are right now, and mark a square each time you come in and do something on the list.
Take a Thursday class, stay for the full savasana, bring a friend, introduce yourself to someone new. The squares are gentle nudges toward the things that make this place feel like home, and the more you show up this month, the closer you get to a prize.
Here's what you're playing for.
Tape your card on the wall, add your name, and start marking it off. We'll see you on the mat.
Linds
official rules & terms
the fine print
Eligibility
June Class Bingo is open to all current Austin Yoga Lounge students. One bingo card per person. Prenatal and postpartum cards are offered; please use the card that reflects where you are right now. Cards are displayed on the studio wall. To join, add your name to a card and mark your squares at the studio as you go.
Game period
Only classes, workshops, and activities completed between June 1 and June 30, 2026 count toward a card. Anything completed before June 1 or after June 30 cannot be applied.
How squares are filled
Mark a square on your card each time you complete the activity listed in it. A single class may fill a maximum of two squares, regardless of how many square descriptions could apply to that class. You choose which two. The center heart space is free and counts toward every line.
Winning a bingo
A bingo is any complete row, column, or diagonal, five squares in a line, including the free center space.
The first three students to complete a bingo each win a $75 studio credit.
Winning a blackout
A blackout is a fully completed card, all 25 squares.
The first student to complete a blackout wins one free month of unlimited classes.
Claiming a win
When you complete a bingo or a blackout, let a member of the studio team know so we can verify and record it. Winners are determined by the order in which completed cards are verified at the studio. Austin Yoga Lounge reserves the right to confirm attendance and activity through Momence and studio records before awarding any prize. Squares that can't be verified may be corrected, and cards may be disqualified at the studio's discretion.
Prizes
Prizes are awarded as account credit and have no cash value. They are non-transferable and cannot be exchanged for cash or applied retroactively to past purchases. Studio credit must be redeemed within 6 months of the date it is issued. Once redeemed, the standard terms of whatever it is applied to take effect. For example, a class pack purchased with credit expires three months from activation, consistent with standard class pack terms. The free month of unlimited classes must be activated within 6 months of being awarded and follows the standard terms of the unlimited monthly membership.
General
Participation is voluntary and meant to be fun. Austin Yoga Lounge reserves the right to clarify these rules, resolve disputes, and make final decisions on all winners. Standard studio policies, including cancellation, no-show, and class pack terms, remain in effect during the challenge and are unaffected by participation.
Questions? Email hello@austinyogalounge.com · austinyogalounge.com
official rules & terms
Eligibility
June Class Bingo is open to all current Austin Yoga Lounge students. One bingo card per person. Prenatal and postpartum cards are offered; please use the card that reflects where you are right now. Cards are available at the studio.
Game period
Only classes, workshops, and activities completed between June 1 and June 30, 2026 count toward a card. Anything completed before June 1 or after June 30 cannot be applied.
How squares are filled
Mark a square each time you complete the activity listed in it. A single class may fill a maximum of two squares, regardless of how many square descriptions could apply to that class. You choose which two. The center heart space is free and counts toward every line.
Winning a bingo
A bingo is any complete row, column, or diagonal, five squares in a line, including the free center space.
The first three students to complete a bingo and turn in a verified card each win a $75 studio credit.
Winning a blackout
A blackout is a fully completed card, all 25 squares.
The first student to complete a blackout and turn in a verified card wins one free month of unlimited classes.
Turning in your card
Completed cards must be turned in at the studio for verification. Winners are determined by the order in which verified cards are turned in. Austin Yoga Lounge reserves the right to verify attendance and activity through Momence and studio records before awarding any prize. Cards with unverifiable or duplicated squares may be corrected or disqualified at the studio's discretion.
Prizes
Prizes are awarded as account credit and have no cash value. They are non-transferable and cannot be exchanged for cash or applied retroactively to past purchases. Studio credit must be redeemed within 6 months of the date it is issued. Once redeemed, the standard terms of whatever it is applied to take effect. For example, a class pack purchased with credit expires three months from activation, consistent with standard class pack terms. The free month of unlimited classes must be activated within 6 months of being awarded and follows the standard terms of the unlimited monthly membership.
General
Participation is voluntary and meant to be fun. Austin Yoga Lounge reserves the right to clarify these rules, resolve disputes, and make final decisions on all winners. Standard studio policies, including cancellation, no-show, and class pack terms, remain in effect during the challenge and are unaffected by participation.
Baby and Me Yoga with Lindsey
Join us for a special Baby and Me led by AYL founder, Lindsey, this class is designed to support postpartum recovery and strengthen your bond with your baby. This session offers gentle movement, breathwork, and community connection in a warm, baby friendly space. Feeding, changing, soothing, and holding your baby however you need are always welcome.
This class is ideal for newborns through pre crawling babies, typically up to six months. We recommend waiting six weeks after a vaginal birth or eight weeks after a Cesarean birth, and ask that you have provider clearance before joining. This class is for postpartum students only.
Baby and Me Yoga with Lindsey
Join us for a special Baby and Me led by AYL founder, Lindsey, this class is designed to support postpartum recovery and strengthen your bond with your baby. This session offers gentle movement, breathwork, and community connection in a warm, baby friendly space. Feeding, changing, soothing, and holding your baby however you need are always welcome.
This class is ideal for newborns through pre crawling babies, typically up to six months. We recommend waiting six weeks after a vaginal birth or eight weeks after a Cesarean birth, and ask that you have provider clearance before joining. This class is for postpartum students only.
Nourishing the Mother: Ayurveda for the Postpartum Journey
The first 42 days after birth — often called the Sacred Window — are a profound and powerful time for healing, nourishment, and restoration. In many traditional cultures, this early postpartum period is honored as a golden opportunity to set the foundation for a mother’s long-term health, vitality, and emotional wellbeing.
We’re excited to invite you to a special 90-minute workshop where we’ll explore Ayurvedic postpartum care and how you can bring these time-honored practices into your own life or the lives of the families you support.
In this class, you'll learn how the postpartum period is marked by an increase in vata dosha (the energy of air and space) — and why grounding, warming, and deeply nurturing practices are essential to bring balance back to the system after birth.
We'll cover:
✨ Foundational principles of postpartum healing
✨ Herbal and dietary guidance to rebuild strength
✨ Body therapies like abhyanga (nourishing oil massage)
✨ Lifestyle practices to soothe the nervous system and promote recovery
You'll leave with practical, actionable tools you can start using right away — plus a collection of Ayurvedic recipes designed to support nourishment and healing after birth.
What is Ayurveda?
Ayurveda, often called the “Science of Life,” is an ancient holistic system of medicine that supports the wellbeing of body, mind, and spirit. It addresses the root causes of imbalance and offers tools to reconnect with our innate ability to heal.
CPR & Infant Safety Class for New & Expecting Parents
Join us at Austin Yoga Lounge for a comprehensive, 3-hour CPR and Infant Safety Workshop designed specifically for new and expecting parents! This hands-on, interactive class will empower you with life-saving skills and essential safety knowledge to help you feel prepared and confident in handling emergencies involving infants and young children.
Led by an experienced childcare provider and postpartum doula, Laura Hill, this workshop goes beyond standard CPR training to cover a wide range of critical topics, including:
🫀 CPR & AED Usage – Learn how to perform CPR on infants and young children, along with proper use of an Automated External Defibrillator (AED).
🍼 Choking Prevention & Response – Gain hands-on practice in recognizing and responding to airway blockages.
🤕 Emergency First Aid – Understand how to manage situations involving severe illness, bleeding, allergic reactions, and more.
🌙 Safe Sleep & Baby-Proofing Tips – Learn evidence-based recommendations for reducing SIDS risk and creating a secure home environment.
🏡 Everyday Safety Strategies – Explore practical tips for preventing common household injuries and ensuring your child’s well-being.
Each ticket covers you and your partner, ensuring a personalized learning experience with ample time for questions and hands-on practice. This class is designed to build confidence rather than certify—while it does not include official CPR/first aid certification, it focuses on real-world skills to help you respond effectively in emergencies.
Baby's Lounge: The Sounds Before Words
A soft afternoon for mothers and their pre-crawling babies (0–6 months), led by speech-language pathologist Katrina. Expect a short story built around early sounds, two simple songs you can bring home, and a mini ball pit for exploring, with gentle teaching woven through about how your baby is already learning to talk to you
Craft & Chat // Mother's Lounge: A Partnership with Jessica Peterson of Milk Stories (Copy)
July Craft: Painting Ceramic Flower Pots
Join us for Craft & Chat, a welcoming space for prenatal and postpartum moms to connect, learn, and create together! Led by Jessica Peterson, an infant and maternal health OT and Certified Lactation Counselor, each session offers community guidance on infant feeding and meaningful crafting. Come craft something special, find your village, and gain support as you embrace the journey of motherhood!
Space is limited so please RSVP to let us know you’re coming! Your donation helps cover the cost of craft supplies. We can’t wait to see you.
House Rules
These rules create a safe, respectful, and nurturing space for mothers to connect, share, and support one another without judgment.
Confidentiality: What is shared in the circle stays in the circle. This ensures a safe space for open and honest conversation without fear of judgment or gossip.
Non-Judgment: We come from different experiences and perspectives, and all feelings, choices, and experiences are valid. This is a space where everyone’s journey is respected.
Active Listening: When someone is speaking, we listen attentively and without interruption, holding space for their words, emotions, and experiences.
Speak from the Heart: Share your thoughts, feelings, and experiences honestly and authentically, using "I" statements (e.g., "I feel...") to express your own perspective.
No Comparison: Each mom’s experience is unique. Avoid comparing or offering unsolicited advice unless asked, and instead, offer empathy and understanding.
Support, Not Fixing: This is a space to offer support, not solutions. Sometimes just being heard is enough—let's hold space for each other’s emotions without trying to "fix" them.
Respect for Silence: It's okay to take a pause or simply listen without feeling the need to speak. Silence is just as valuable as words in this space.
Honor Your Needs (and your baby's): If at any point you need to step out, take a break, or check in with yourself or your baby, honor that need without explanation or guilt.
Compassion and Empathy: Approach each other’s experiences with compassion and empathy, recognizing that motherhood is complex, and we all have our own challenges and triumphs.
Toddler's & Crawlers: Yoga
This class is designed to create a joyful and relaxing environment for parents and their little ones. This session combines gentle yoga poses, playful activities, and bonding exercises catering to adults and their crawling babies or active toddlers.
Join us on the fourth Friday every month!
What to Expect:
Interactive Yoga Poses: Enjoy simple, safe parent-child poses that promote flexibility and strength.
Playful Activities: Engage in songs, rhymes, and movements to keep children entertained and involved.
Bonding Time: Strengthen your connection with your child through gentle touch and eye contact.
Relaxation Techniques: Learn calming methods for both you and your child.
Community Atmosphere: Connect with other parents and caregivers in a supportive environment.
Benefits:
Enhances parent-child bonding
Promotes physical development and coordination
Provides a relaxing environment for parents
Encourages social interaction
Who Can Join:
This class is perfect for parents, grandparents, or caregivers with crawling babies and toddlers. No prior yoga experience is necessary.
Come and share a blend of movement, play, and relaxation, creating precious memories while embracing the joys of yoga!
The Carrier Edit: Find Your Babywearing Fit
The Carrier Edit
Try carriers on, cut through the advertising noise, and find the one that actually fits you and your baby.
RSVP to joinBabywearing looks different at every stage
The newborn days, when closeness is its own kind of regulation
The fourth trimester, getting things done without putting baby down
A toddler along for the ride, saying yes to the kind of adventure you'd have talked yourself out of otherwise
You already know babywearing is a thing. This is the part where you figure out what actually works for you and your baby.
Mollie, founder of Carried Close and Austin's local in-person babywearing support, is bringing a range of carriers to try on so you can feel the difference for yourself, everything from Wildbird to BabyBjörn. We will have carriers and babies on hand, so if you are pregnant, come find the one that belongs on your registry before you guess. And if you already have a carrier buried in your closet that you never quite got the hang of, bring it.
Carried Close
Mollie is the founder of Carried Close, Austin's local, in-person babywearing support. She is here to help you make sense of all of it, no sales pitch, no noise, just hands-on help finding your fit.
Join us
Come find the carrier that belongs on your registry, or the one already buried in your closet
RSVP to join us
Toddler's & Crawlers: Yoga
This class is designed to create a joyful and relaxing environment for parents and their little ones. This session combines gentle yoga poses, playful activities, and bonding exercises catering to adults and their crawling babies or active toddlers.
Join us on the fourth Friday every month!
What to Expect:
Interactive Yoga Poses: Enjoy simple, safe parent-child poses that promote flexibility and strength.
Playful Activities: Engage in songs, rhymes, and movements to keep children entertained and involved.
Bonding Time: Strengthen your connection with your child through gentle touch and eye contact.
Relaxation Techniques: Learn calming methods for both you and your child.
Community Atmosphere: Connect with other parents and caregivers in a supportive environment.
Benefits:
Enhances parent-child bonding
Promotes physical development and coordination
Provides a relaxing environment for parents
Encourages social interaction
Who Can Join:
This class is perfect for parents, grandparents, or caregivers with crawling babies and toddlers. No prior yoga experience is necessary.
Come and share a blend of movement, play, and relaxation, creating precious memories while embracing the joys of yoga!
Newborn Care 101 with Starlight Pediatrics
Bringing a newborn home is exciting… and it can also feel like a lot.
This class is here to help you feel calm, prepared, and supported as you care for your baby.
We’ll talk about real-life newborn stuff in a simple, easy-to-understand way.
In this class, you’ll learn:
What to expect at the hospital and when you get home
How to feed your baby (breastfeeding, formula, and early feeding basics)
Vaccines: what’s recommended and why
How to help your baby sleep safely and lower the risk of SIDS
Common newborn sicknesses and when to call the doctor
Simple home safety tips to keep your baby safe
This class is great for:
Expecting parents
New parents
Partners and caregivers
There will be time to ask questions at the end. No question is too small.
Suggested donation: $20
All donations support community programming at Austin Yoga Lounge.
Space is limited. RSVP required (one guest per reservation).
Toddler's & Crawlers: Yoga
This class is designed to create a joyful and relaxing environment for parents and their little ones. This session combines gentle yoga poses, playful activities, and bonding exercises catering to adults and their crawling babies or active toddlers.
Join us on the fourth Friday every month!
What to Expect:
Interactive Yoga Poses: Enjoy simple, safe parent-child poses that promote flexibility and strength.
Playful Activities: Engage in songs, rhymes, and movements to keep children entertained and involved.
Bonding Time: Strengthen your connection with your child through gentle touch and eye contact.
Relaxation Techniques: Learn calming methods for both you and your child.
Community Atmosphere: Connect with other parents and caregivers in a supportive environment.
Benefits:
Enhances parent-child bonding
Promotes physical development and coordination
Provides a relaxing environment for parents
Encourages social interaction
Who Can Join:
This class is perfect for parents, grandparents, or caregivers with crawling babies and toddlers. No prior yoga experience is necessary.
Come and share a blend of movement, play, and relaxation, creating precious memories while embracing the joys of yoga!
Free Prenatal Yoga in the Park | Austin, TX
We're gathering for a free outdoor prenatal practice under the Monkey Tree, a slow morning together for pregnant students who want to move on the grass and maybe stay for a swim afterward
This is a gentle, accessible practice designed for any trimester. Bring whatever modifications and pace your body is asking for, with no expectation to keep up with anyone, including yourself. The springs are right there if you want to dip in after class, and the Monkey Tree is one of those Austin landmarks worth visiting even when you're not pregnant, so we figured we'd combine the two
What to bring A yoga mat, water, and anything else that helps you feel comfortable on the lawn: a towel, sunscreen, a blanket for after
Good to know The class is free. If you want to swim, Barton Springs Pool charges admission after 8 am, so plan to enter the pool area after our practice if you're staying. Sign up below so we can send the exact meet-up location and any weather updates the day before
Why We're Doing This
Austin Yoga Lounge is a prenatal and postpartum yoga studio in central Austin. We teach yoga classes, host birth and breastfeeding workshops, and build community for women at every stage of motherhood. Our studio is small on purpose, our teachers specialize in prenatal and postpartum movement, and we have snacks, hair ties, and even electrolytes waiting for you when you walk through the door.
But some of the best moments happen outside the studio. Community events like this one exist because we believe the village matters just as much as the practice. Motherhood can feel isolating, especially in the early days, and sometimes all it takes is an hour in the park with other women who get it to remind you that you're not doing this alone.
Frequently Asked Questions
Do I need yoga experience? Not at all. This class is designed for all levels. If you can breathe, you can do this.
Is this safe for pregnancy? Lindsey is trained in prenatal yoga and will offer modifications throughout class. Let her know where you are in your pregnancy and she'll make sure you're supported.
What if it rains? We'll send a message to all registered attendees with weather updates. If it's raining, we'll reschedule for another date.
Is this really free? Yes. No catch. Just yoga in the park with good people.
About Austin Yoga Lounge
Austin Yoga Lounge is Austin's boutique yoga studio for pregnant and postpartum women. We offer prenatal yoga, postpartum recovery classes, baby and me yoga, birth preparation workshops, breastfeeding support, and community events for women at every stage of motherhood. Our studio is located in central Austin and all of our teachers specialize in prenatal and postpartum movement.
If you've been looking for prenatal yoga in Austin, postpartum yoga classes near you, or a supportive community of women who understand what this season of life actually feels like, we'd love to meet you.
Check out our upcoming events & workshops!
Baby Massage & Bonding
Through mindful touch and the wisdom of Ayurveda, we’ll explore infant massage techniques that help soothe and regulate your baby's body, ease digestion, strengthen immunity, and encourage deeper, more restorative sleep. Beyond the physical benefits, massage nurtures a profound emotional bond — offering your baby a sense of security, comfort, and love that lays the foundation for lifelong well-being.
Please bring a small pillow, a towel, and a change of clothes for your baby. We’ll provide the massage oil for class.
Postpartum Planning for Couples: Weekend Intensive
Postpartum Planning for Couples: Weekend Intensive
You prepared for birth, but what about after baby arrives? This two part workshop includes BOTH parents and will prepare you for life after birth! We will spend one weekend together curating a custom postpartum plan that works for your family. You will leave feeling supported, less overwhelmed, and better connected to yourself, your baby, and your partner!
Part one:
On Friday, June 19th we will spend 90 minutes covering all things newborn care & feeding. We will cover the biology of newborn sleep and feeding. You and your partner will leave this session feeling prepared to take care of your newborn and infant feeding basics.
Part two:
On Saturday, June 20th we will cover mom’s physical, emotional and mental health after birth. We will cover how to stay connected with your partner and how to navigate relationship dynamics during the fourth trimester. We will build your village together and learn how to set boundaries with visitors.
Space is limited. RSVP required
Postpartum Planning for Couples: Weekend Intensive
Postpartum Planning for Couples: Weekend Intensive
You prepared for birth, but what about after baby arrives? This two part workshop includes BOTH parents and will prepare you for life after birth! We will spend one weekend together curating a custom postpartum plan that works for your family. You will leave feeling supported, less overwhelmed, and better connected to yourself, your baby, and your partner!
Part one:
On Friday, June 19th we will spend 90 minutes covering all things newborn care & feeding. We will cover the biology of newborn sleep and feeding. You and your partner will leave this session feeling prepared to take care of your newborn and infant feeding basics.
Part two:
On Saturday, June 20th we will cover mom’s physical, emotional and mental health after birth. We will cover how to stay connected with your partner and how to navigate relationship dynamics during the fourth trimester. We will build your village together and learn how to set boundaries with visitors.
Space is limited. RSVP required
Baby's Lounge: The Sounds Before Word
Sounds Before Words
A gentle morning for mothers and their pre-crawling babies, led by speech-language pathologist Katrina
Your baby is studying your face right now, the way your mouth moves when you say their name, the way your eyes soften when you look at them
Come lean into that with us, in a room full of women doing the same thing you're doing
What we'll do together
A Little Book
Katrina brings a short board-book-style story built around early sounds and the words your baby is quietly working toward. Black-and-white animal pages, for the way new eyes actually see
Songs & Serve-and-Return
Two simple songs you can bring home, one paired with an "I love you" tummy massage. Katrina will walk through serve-and-return, the quiet conversations babies are already having with us through sounds, faces, and little movements
A Tiny Ball Pit
A mini ball pit with toys hidden inside, plus age-appropriate pieces for exploring. We'll talk about why tummy time and floor play matter, and how the gross motor foundation your baby is building now is the same one speech will eventually rest on
Led by Katrina
ASHA-certified with 15 years of speech therapy practice, Katrina founded Tryumph Speech Therapy in Austin to bring play-based, client-centered care to little ones. She's especially at home with preverbal and sensory-seeking babies
Come spend the morning with us
"Babies learn best through interacting with their caregivers. Back and forth interactions build their brain and are so important." — Ms. Rachel
Reserve Your Spot
CPR & Infant Safety Class for New & Expecting Parents
Join us at Austin Yoga Lounge for a comprehensive, 3-hour CPR and Infant Safety Workshop designed specifically for new and expecting parents! This hands-on, interactive class will empower you with life-saving skills and essential safety knowledge to help you feel prepared and confident in handling emergencies involving infants and young children.
Led by an experienced childcare provider and postpartum doula, Laura Hill, this workshop goes beyond standard CPR training to cover a wide range of critical topics, including:
🫀 CPR & AED Usage – Learn how to perform CPR on infants and young children, along with proper use of an Automated External Defibrillator (AED).
🍼 Choking Prevention & Response – Gain hands-on practice in recognizing and responding to airway blockages.
🤕 Emergency First Aid – Understand how to manage situations involving severe illness, bleeding, allergic reactions, and more.
🌙 Safe Sleep & Baby-Proofing Tips – Learn evidence-based recommendations for reducing SIDS risk and creating a secure home environment.
🏡 Everyday Safety Strategies – Explore practical tips for preventing common household injuries and ensuring your child’s well-being.
Each ticket covers you and your partner, ensuring a personalized learning experience with ample time for questions and hands-on practice. This class is designed to build confidence rather than certify—while it does not include official CPR/first aid certification, it focuses on real-world skills to help you respond effectively in emergencies.
Preparing for Birth as a Rite of Passage: Four Week Series
Birth is not only a physical event. It is a profound life transition. This four week prenatal series is designed to help you prepare for birth through both knowledge and embodied practice in a supportive small group setting.
What We’ll Explore Each Week
Week 1: Crossing the Threshold
Reframing Birth as Initiation
Birth is not something that happens to you. It is something you move through.
Focus
Understanding matrescence and the identity shift of becoming a mother
Releasing fear-based birth narratives
How the nervous system shapes labor
Clarifying your personal “why” for birth
Practice
Grounded prenatal movement focused on rooting and pelvic awareness
Breathwork to support nervous system regulation
Guided meditation meeting your future self on the other side of birth
Integration
Journaling prompts exploring how you want to feel in labor
A simple daily grounding ritual
Week 2: The Physiology of Power
Understanding the Body in Labor
Knowledge builds trust.
Focus
The hormonal blueprint of labor
Stress response vs oxytocin flow
Pain versus intensity in labor
Creating safety in your birth environment
Practice
Movement that supports optimal baby positioning
Breath and sound techniques for working with contractions
Partner touch basics for nervous system regulation
Integration
Identify your personal safety cues for labor
Daily breath and sound practice
Week 3: Surrender & Strength
Working with Intensity
Soft does not mean passive. Strong does not mean rigid.
Focus
The psychology of transition in labor
Resistance versus surrender
Expanding your capacity for sensation
Reframing discomfort and intensity
Practice
Supported holds to build physical and mental stamina
Rhythmic breathing for contractions
Guided visualization for riding waves of intensity
Integration
Reflect on what you may need to release before birth
Develop a personal mantra practice
Week 4: Ceremony & Integration
Preparing for the Threshold of Motherhood
Preparing to be changed.
Focus
Letting go of the “perfect birth” narrative
Trusting the unpredictability of birth
Ritual and intention for entering motherhood
Holding fear without feeding it
Practice
Slow prenatal movement focused on openness and receptivity
Guided ceremonial meditation
Optional sharing circle
Integration
A personal rite of passage ritual before birth
Writing a letter to your baby or future self
Craft & Chat // Mother's Lounge: A Partnership with Jessica Peterson of Milk Stories
June Craft: Montessori Ribbon Rings
Join us for Craft & Chat, a welcoming space for prenatal and postpartum moms to connect, learn, and create together! Led by Jessica Peterson, an infant and maternal health OT and Certified Lactation Counselor, each session offers community guidance on infant feeding and meaningful crafting. Come craft something special, find your village, and gain support as you embrace the journey of motherhood!
Space is limited so please RSVP to let us know you’re coming! Your donation helps cover the cost of craft supplies. We can’t wait to see you.
House Rules
These rules create a safe, respectful, and nurturing space for mothers to connect, share, and support one another without judgment.
Confidentiality: What is shared in the circle stays in the circle. This ensures a safe space for open and honest conversation without fear of judgment or gossip.
Non-Judgment: We come from different experiences and perspectives, and all feelings, choices, and experiences are valid. This is a space where everyone’s journey is respected.
Active Listening: When someone is speaking, we listen attentively and without interruption, holding space for their words, emotions, and experiences.
Speak from the Heart: Share your thoughts, feelings, and experiences honestly and authentically, using "I" statements (e.g., "I feel...") to express your own perspective.
No Comparison: Each mom’s experience is unique. Avoid comparing or offering unsolicited advice unless asked, and instead, offer empathy and understanding.
Support, Not Fixing: This is a space to offer support, not solutions. Sometimes just being heard is enough—let's hold space for each other’s emotions without trying to "fix" them.
Respect for Silence: It's okay to take a pause or simply listen without feeling the need to speak. Silence is just as valuable as words in this space.
Honor Your Needs (and your baby's): If at any point you need to step out, take a break, or check in with yourself or your baby, honor that need without explanation or guilt.
Compassion and Empathy: Approach each other’s experiences with compassion and empathy, recognizing that motherhood is complex, and we all have our own challenges and triumphs.
Baby and Me Yoga: Weekend Edition
Join us for a special weekend Baby and Me class designed to support postpartum recovery and strengthen your bond with your baby. This session offers gentle movement, breathwork, and community connection in a warm, baby friendly space. Feeding, changing, soothing, and holding your baby however you need are always welcome.
This class is ideal for newborns through pre crawling babies, typically up to six months. We recommend waiting six weeks after a vaginal birth or eight weeks after a Cesarean birth, and ask that you have provider clearance before joining. This class is for postpartum students only.
Preparing for Birth as a Rite of Passage: Four Week Series
Birth is not only a physical event. It is a profound life transition. This four week prenatal series is designed to help you prepare for birth through both knowledge and embodied practice in a supportive small group setting.
What We’ll Explore Each Week
Week 1: Crossing the Threshold
Reframing Birth as Initiation
Birth is not something that happens to you. It is something you move through.
Focus
Understanding matrescence and the identity shift of becoming a mother
Releasing fear-based birth narratives
How the nervous system shapes labor
Clarifying your personal “why” for birth
Practice
Grounded prenatal movement focused on rooting and pelvic awareness
Breathwork to support nervous system regulation
Guided meditation meeting your future self on the other side of birth
Integration
Journaling prompts exploring how you want to feel in labor
A simple daily grounding ritual
Week 2: The Physiology of Power
Understanding the Body in Labor
Knowledge builds trust.
Focus
The hormonal blueprint of labor
Stress response vs oxytocin flow
Pain versus intensity in labor
Creating safety in your birth environment
Practice
Movement that supports optimal baby positioning
Breath and sound techniques for working with contractions
Partner touch basics for nervous system regulation
Integration
Identify your personal safety cues for labor
Daily breath and sound practice
Week 3: Surrender & Strength
Working with Intensity
Soft does not mean passive. Strong does not mean rigid.
Focus
The psychology of transition in labor
Resistance versus surrender
Expanding your capacity for sensation
Reframing discomfort and intensity
Practice
Supported holds to build physical and mental stamina
Rhythmic breathing for contractions
Guided visualization for riding waves of intensity
Integration
Reflect on what you may need to release before birth
Develop a personal mantra practice
Week 4: Ceremony & Integration
Preparing for the Threshold of Motherhood
Preparing to be changed.
Focus
Letting go of the “perfect birth” narrative
Trusting the unpredictability of birth
Ritual and intention for entering motherhood
Holding fear without feeding it
Practice
Slow prenatal movement focused on openness and receptivity
Guided ceremonial meditation
Optional sharing circle
Integration
A personal rite of passage ritual before birth
Writing a letter to your baby or future self
The Village: June/July Cohort
Austin Yoga Lounge + Maddie the Doula
The Village
a 6-month prenatal & postpartum experience
for women due in June and July
Eight women · Two doulas · Six months
Why we built this
We kept seeing the same thing. Women take a birth class, feel prepared, and then the baby comes and suddenly they're home alone. The postpartum support groups exist, but the reality is you're three weeks out, still in a diaper, barely sleeping, and someone tells you about a group across town. You're supposed to walk into a room full of strangers and say you're not okay?
Most women just don't go
What if the village already existed before the baby came?
The Village exists because your support system shouldn't start after the baby arrives. You meet your people while you're pregnant so by the time you're postpartum, they already know your name, your due date, your story. They're already your village
What's included
Six months of real support
Four Thursday evening sessions
6:30 pm, 90 minutes each. Two sessions on birth led by Lindsey, two on postpartum led by Maddie. Women only, so you can be honest about what you're feeling without filtering. Topics include preparing your body and mind for birth, navigating the hospital, advocating for yourself, what the first weeks postpartum actually look like, feeding, healing, hormones, and setting up real support before baby arrives
Partner involvement
Your partner stays in the loop through take-home exercises designed to be completed together, plus separate partner class opportunities at the studio
Three prenatal yoga classes
Included at Austin Yoga Lounge so you can keep moving, breathing, and building trust in your body through the third trimester
Home visit in August
Lindsey and Maddie visit each participant at home with a postpartum care package. Not a text that says "let me know if you need anything." An actual person at your door during the most tender weeks
Monthly meetups
September, October, November. The group continues meeting with babies in tow. By then you've known these women for months. The postpartum meetups aren't overwhelming because you're not walking into a room of strangers, you're showing up to your village
Who this is for
You already know if this is yours
You're due in June or July 2026. You live in the Austin area. You want more than a one-time birth class. Maybe you don't have family nearby, maybe you do but you want women who are in it at the same time. You want to feel prepared for birth and supported through postpartum by people who actually know you
Your guides
Lindsey
Austin Yoga Lounge
Yoga teacher, birth doula, and studio owner. Lindsey leads prenatal yoga and supports women through birth with a focus on trusting your body, preparing your mind, and surrendering to the experience. Best in Birth winner
Maddie
Maddie the Doula
Postpartum and birth doula based in Austin with deep expertise in the fourth trimester. Maddie is passionate about closing the gap between what women need postpartum and what they actually receive. Best in Birth winner
Investment
Two ways in
Early Bird
$750
Payment in full at sign up
Available through Tuesday, April 22nd
Regular
$950
Two-payment option available
$475 at sign up + $475 at 30 days
If you need to withdraw before the first Thursday session, we'll refund 50% of your investment. Once the first session has taken place, refunds are no longer available. Spots are non-transferable. If something comes up, reach out to us directly. We're real people and we'll always have a real conversation with you about it ❣
Eight women. Six months. Your village from the very beginning ✨
Toddler's & Crawlers: Yoga
This class is designed to create a joyful and relaxing environment for parents and their little ones. This session combines gentle yoga poses, playful activities, and bonding exercises catering to adults and their crawling babies or active toddlers.
Join us on the fourth Friday every month!
What to Expect:
Interactive Yoga Poses: Enjoy simple, safe parent-child poses that promote flexibility and strength.
Playful Activities: Engage in songs, rhymes, and movements to keep children entertained and involved.
Bonding Time: Strengthen your connection with your child through gentle touch and eye contact.
Relaxation Techniques: Learn calming methods for both you and your child.
Community Atmosphere: Connect with other parents and caregivers in a supportive environment.
Benefits:
Enhances parent-child bonding
Promotes physical development and coordination
Provides a relaxing environment for parents
Encourages social interaction
Who Can Join:
This class is perfect for parents, grandparents, or caregivers with crawling babies and toddlers. No prior yoga experience is necessary.
Come and share a blend of movement, play, and relaxation, creating precious memories while embracing the joys of yoga!
The Village: June/July Cohort
Austin Yoga Lounge + Maddie the Doula
The Village
a 6-month prenatal & postpartum experience
for women due in June and July
Eight women · Two doulas · Six months
Why we built this
We kept seeing the same thing. Women take a birth class, feel prepared, and then the baby comes and suddenly they're home alone. The postpartum support groups exist, but the reality is you're three weeks out, still in a diaper, barely sleeping, and someone tells you about a group across town. You're supposed to walk into a room full of strangers and say you're not okay?
Most women just don't go
What if the village already existed before the baby came?
The Village exists because your support system shouldn't start after the baby arrives. You meet your people while you're pregnant so by the time you're postpartum, they already know your name, your due date, your story. They're already your village
What's included
Six months of real support
Four Thursday evening sessions
6:30 pm, 90 minutes each. Two sessions on birth led by Lindsey, two on postpartum led by Maddie. Women only, so you can be honest about what you're feeling without filtering. Topics include preparing your body and mind for birth, navigating the hospital, advocating for yourself, what the first weeks postpartum actually look like, feeding, healing, hormones, and setting up real support before baby arrives
Partner involvement
Your partner stays in the loop through take-home exercises designed to be completed together, plus separate partner class opportunities at the studio
Three prenatal yoga classes
Included at Austin Yoga Lounge so you can keep moving, breathing, and building trust in your body through the third trimester
Home visit in August
Lindsey and Maddie visit each participant at home with a postpartum care package. Not a text that says "let me know if you need anything." An actual person at your door during the most tender weeks
Monthly meetups
September, October, November. The group continues meeting with babies in tow. By then you've known these women for months. The postpartum meetups aren't overwhelming because you're not walking into a room of strangers, you're showing up to your village
Who this is for
You already know if this is yours
You're due in June or July 2026. You live in the Austin area. You want more than a one-time birth class. Maybe you don't have family nearby, maybe you do but you want women who are in it at the same time. You want to feel prepared for birth and supported through postpartum by people who actually know you
Your guides
Lindsey
Austin Yoga Lounge
Yoga teacher, birth doula, and studio owner. Lindsey leads prenatal yoga and supports women through birth with a focus on trusting your body, preparing your mind, and surrendering to the experience. Best in Birth winner
Maddie
Maddie the Doula
Postpartum and birth doula based in Austin with deep expertise in the fourth trimester. Maddie is passionate about closing the gap between what women need postpartum and what they actually receive. Best in Birth winner
Investment
Two ways in
Early Bird
$750
Payment in full at sign up
Available through Tuesday, April 22nd
Regular
$950
Two-payment option available
$475 at sign up + $475 at 30 days
If you need to withdraw before the first Thursday session, we'll refund 50% of your investment. Once the first session has taken place, refunds are no longer available. Spots are non-transferable. If something comes up, reach out to us directly. We're real people and we'll always have a real conversation with you about it ❣
Eight women. Six months. Your village from the very beginning ✨
Baby Massage & Bonding
Through mindful touch and the wisdom of Ayurveda, we’ll explore infant massage techniques that help soothe and regulate your baby's body, ease digestion, strengthen immunity, and encourage deeper, more restorative sleep. Beyond the physical benefits, massage nurtures a profound emotional bond — offering your baby a sense of security, comfort, and love that lays the foundation for lifelong well-being.
Please bring a small pillow, a towel, and a change of clothes for your baby. We’ll provide the massage oil for class.
CPR & Infant Safety Class for New & Expecting Parents
Join us at Austin Yoga Lounge for a comprehensive, 3-hour CPR and Infant Safety Workshop designed specifically for new and expecting parents! This hands-on, interactive class will empower you with life-saving skills and essential safety knowledge to help you feel prepared and confident in handling emergencies involving infants and young children.
Led by an experienced childcare provider and postpartum doula, Laura Hill, this workshop goes beyond standard CPR training to cover a wide range of critical topics, including:
🫀 CPR & AED Usage – Learn how to perform CPR on infants and young children, along with proper use of an Automated External Defibrillator (AED).
🍼 Choking Prevention & Response – Gain hands-on practice in recognizing and responding to airway blockages.
🤕 Emergency First Aid – Understand how to manage situations involving severe illness, bleeding, allergic reactions, and more.
🌙 Safe Sleep & Baby-Proofing Tips – Learn evidence-based recommendations for reducing SIDS risk and creating a secure home environment.
🏡 Everyday Safety Strategies – Explore practical tips for preventing common household injuries and ensuring your child’s well-being.
Each ticket covers you and your partner, ensuring a personalized learning experience with ample time for questions and hands-on practice. This class is designed to build confidence rather than certify—while it does not include official CPR/first aid certification, it focuses on real-world skills to help you respond effectively in emergencies.
Baby and Me Yoga: Weekend Edition
Join us for a special weekend Baby and Me class designed to support postpartum recovery and strengthen your bond with your baby. This session offers gentle movement, breathwork, and community connection in a warm, baby friendly space. Feeding, changing, soothing, and holding your baby however you need are always welcome.
This class is ideal for newborns through pre crawling babies, typically up to six months. We recommend waiting six weeks after a vaginal birth or eight weeks after a Cesarean birth, and ask that you have provider clearance before joining. This class is for postpartum students only.
Newborn Care 101: A Parent’s Guide with Children’s Medical Group
Bringing a newborn home is exciting… and it can also feel like a lot.
This class is here to help you feel calm, prepared, and supported as you care for your baby.
We’ll talk about real-life newborn stuff in a simple, easy-to-understand way.
In this class, you’ll learn:
What to expect at the hospital and when you get home
How to feed your baby (breastfeeding, formula, and early feeding basics)
Vaccines: what’s recommended and why
How to help your baby sleep safely and lower the risk of SIDS
Common newborn sicknesses and when to call the doctor
Simple home safety tips to keep your baby safe
This class is great for:
Expecting parents
New parents
Partners and caregivers
There will be time to ask questions at the end. No question is too small.
Suggested donation: $10–15
All donations support community programming at Austin Yoga Lounge.
Space is limited. RSVP required (one guest per reservation).
The Village: June/July Cohort
Austin Yoga Lounge + Maddie the Doula
The Village
a 6-month prenatal & postpartum experience
for women due in June and July
Eight women · Two doulas · Six months
Why we built this
We kept seeing the same thing. Women take a birth class, feel prepared, and then the baby comes and suddenly they're home alone. The postpartum support groups exist, but the reality is you're three weeks out, still in a diaper, barely sleeping, and someone tells you about a group across town. You're supposed to walk into a room full of strangers and say you're not okay?
Most women just don't go
What if the village already existed before the baby came?
The Village exists because your support system shouldn't start after the baby arrives. You meet your people while you're pregnant so by the time you're postpartum, they already know your name, your due date, your story. They're already your village
What's included
Six months of real support
Four Thursday evening sessions
6:30 pm, 90 minutes each. Two sessions on birth led by Lindsey, two on postpartum led by Maddie. Women only, so you can be honest about what you're feeling without filtering. Topics include preparing your body and mind for birth, navigating the hospital, advocating for yourself, what the first weeks postpartum actually look like, feeding, healing, hormones, and setting up real support before baby arrives
Partner involvement
Your partner stays in the loop through take-home exercises designed to be completed together, plus separate partner class opportunities at the studio
Three prenatal yoga classes
Included at Austin Yoga Lounge so you can keep moving, breathing, and building trust in your body through the third trimester
Home visit in August
Lindsey and Maddie visit each participant at home with a postpartum care package. Not a text that says "let me know if you need anything." An actual person at your door during the most tender weeks
Monthly meetups
September, October, November. The group continues meeting with babies in tow. By then you've known these women for months. The postpartum meetups aren't overwhelming because you're not walking into a room of strangers, you're showing up to your village
Who this is for
You already know if this is yours
You're due in June or July 2026. You live in the Austin area. You want more than a one-time birth class. Maybe you don't have family nearby, maybe you do but you want women who are in it at the same time. You want to feel prepared for birth and supported through postpartum by people who actually know you
Your guides
Lindsey
Austin Yoga Lounge
Yoga teacher, birth doula, and studio owner. Lindsey leads prenatal yoga and supports women through birth with a focus on trusting your body, preparing your mind, and surrendering to the experience. Best in Birth winner
Maddie
Maddie the Doula
Postpartum and birth doula based in Austin with deep expertise in the fourth trimester. Maddie is passionate about closing the gap between what women need postpartum and what they actually receive. Best in Birth winner
Investment
Two ways in
Early Bird
$750
Payment in full at sign up
Available through Tuesday, April 22nd
Regular
$950
Two-payment option available
$475 at sign up + $475 at 30 days
If you need to withdraw before the first Thursday session, we'll refund 50% of your investment. Once the first session has taken place, refunds are no longer available. Spots are non-transferable. If something comes up, reach out to us directly. We're real people and we'll always have a real conversation with you about it ❣
Eight women. Six months. Your village from the very beginning ✨
Free Mother's Day Yoga in the Park | Austin, TX
Saturday, May 9th, 2026 at 9 am | Pease Park | Free!
This Mother's Day weekend, we're taking our mats outside.
Join us at Pease Park for a free, all-levels community yoga class designed for the women in our community. Whether you're pregnant, postpartum, carrying a baby on your hip, or just looking for a really beautiful way to start your Mother's Day weekend, this class is for you.
Led by Maggie, this practice will be gentle, grounding, and open to every body at every stage. No yoga experience necessary. No perfect outfit required. Just show up, breathe, and be surrounded by other women who are navigating the same beautiful, exhausting, incredible season you are.
And yes, babies are absolutely welcome. Bring them in a stroller, lay them on a blanket next to you, let them do their thing while you do yours.
What to Know
When: Saturday, May 9th at 9 am
Where: Pease Park, Austin TX (we'll send the exact meetup spot to registered attendees before class)
Cost: Free
What to bring: A yoga mat or blanket, water, and sunscreen
Who it's for: Everyone. Pregnant, postpartum, babies, toddlers in strollers, women who just want to move their body outside on a Saturday morning
This is a free class but please register so we know how many goodie bags to bring!
Why We're Doing This
Austin Yoga Lounge is a prenatal and postpartum yoga studio in central Austin. We teach yoga classes, host birth and breastfeeding workshops, and build community for women at every stage of motherhood. Our studio is small on purpose, our teachers specialize in prenatal and postpartum movement, and we have snacks, hair ties, and even electrolytes waiting for you when you walk through the door.
But some of the best moments happen outside the studio. Community events like this one exist because we believe the village matters just as much as the practice. Motherhood can feel isolating, especially in the early days, and sometimes all it takes is an hour in the park with other women who get it to remind you that you're not doing this alone.
Frequently Asked Questions
Do I need yoga experience? Not at all. This class is designed for all levels. If you can breathe, you can do this.
Can I bring my baby? Yes! Babies are welcome in strollers, carriers, or on a blanket beside you. If they cry, they cry. Nobody here will mind.
Is this safe for pregnancy? Maggie is trained in prenatal yoga and will offer modifications throughout class. Let her know where you are in your pregnancy and she'll make sure you're supported.
What if it rains? We'll send a message to all registered attendees with weather updates. If it's raining, we'll reschedule for another date.
Is this really free? Yes. No catch. Just yoga in the park with good people.
About Austin Yoga Lounge
Austin Yoga Lounge is Austin's boutique yoga studio for pregnant and postpartum women. We offer prenatal yoga, postpartum recovery classes, baby and me yoga, birth preparation workshops, breastfeeding support, and community events for women at every stage of motherhood. Our studio is located in central Austin and all of our teachers specialize in prenatal and postpartum movement.
If you've been looking for prenatal yoga in Austin, postpartum yoga classes near you, or a supportive community of women who understand what this season of life actually feels like, we'd love to meet you.
Check out our upcoming events & workshops!
Mother's Day Mini Retreat with BirthCo. Chiropractic + Wellness
Join BirthCo., Dee Acupuncture, + Austin Yoga Lounge for a Mother's Day Mini Retreat
This thoughtfully curated experience is designed to nourish your body, calm your mind, and uplift your spirit.
Enjoy a gentle, all-levels yoga session, experience the healing benefits of cupping therapy, and explore the art of crafting your own herbal tea blends. Along the way, you’ll have chances to win exciting raffle prizes and connect with a welcoming, like-minded community.
Come as you are — leave feeling refreshed, balanced, and inspired.
Spots are limited, so reserve yours today!
Make your own herbal tea
Yoga flow
Cupping
Raffle prizes
More surprises!
The Village: June/July Cohort
Austin Yoga Lounge + Maddie the Doula
The Village
a 6-month prenatal & postpartum experience
for women due in June and July
Eight women · Two doulas · Six months
Why we built this
We kept seeing the same thing. Women take a birth class, feel prepared, and then the baby comes and suddenly they're home alone. The postpartum support groups exist, but the reality is you're three weeks out, still in a diaper, barely sleeping, and someone tells you about a group across town. You're supposed to walk into a room full of strangers and say you're not okay?
Most women just don't go
What if the village already existed before the baby came?
The Village exists because your support system shouldn't start after the baby arrives. You meet your people while you're pregnant so by the time you're postpartum, they already know your name, your due date, your story. They're already your village
What's included
Six months of real support
Four Thursday evening sessions
6:30 pm, 90 minutes each. Two sessions on birth led by Lindsey, two on postpartum led by Maddie. Women only, so you can be honest about what you're feeling without filtering. Topics include preparing your body and mind for birth, navigating the hospital, advocating for yourself, what the first weeks postpartum actually look like, feeding, healing, hormones, and setting up real support before baby arrives
Partner involvement
Your partner stays in the loop through take-home exercises designed to be completed together, plus separate partner class opportunities at the studio
Three prenatal yoga classes
Included at Austin Yoga Lounge so you can keep moving, breathing, and building trust in your body through the third trimester
Home visit in August
Lindsey and Maddie visit each participant at home with a postpartum care package. Not a text that says "let me know if you need anything." An actual person at your door during the most tender weeks
Monthly meetups
September, October, November. The group continues meeting with babies in tow. By then you've known these women for months. The postpartum meetups aren't overwhelming because you're not walking into a room of strangers, you're showing up to your village
Who this is for
You already know if this is yours
You're due in June or July 2026. You live in the Austin area. You want more than a one-time birth class. Maybe you don't have family nearby, maybe you do but you want women who are in it at the same time. You want to feel prepared for birth and supported through postpartum by people who actually know you
Your guides
Lindsey
Austin Yoga Lounge
Yoga teacher, birth doula, and studio owner. Lindsey leads prenatal yoga and supports women through birth with a focus on trusting your body, preparing your mind, and surrendering to the experience. Best in Birth winner
Maddie
Maddie the Doula
Postpartum and birth doula based in Austin with deep expertise in the fourth trimester. Maddie is passionate about closing the gap between what women need postpartum and what they actually receive. Best in Birth winner
Investment
Two ways in
Early Bird
$750
Payment in full at sign up
Available through Tuesday, April 22nd
Regular
$950
Two-payment option available
$475 at sign up + $475 at 30 days
If you need to withdraw before the first Thursday session, we'll refund 50% of your investment. Once the first session has taken place, refunds are no longer available. Spots are non-transferable. If something comes up, reach out to us directly. We're real people and we'll always have a real conversation with you about it ❣
Eight women. Six months. Your village from the very beginning ✨
Craft & Chat // Mother's Lounge: A Partnership with Jessica Peterson of Milk Stories
May Craft: Mothers Day Magnets!
Join us for Craft & Chat, a welcoming space for prenatal and postpartum moms to connect, learn, and create together! Led by Jessica Peterson, an infant and maternal health OT and Certified Lactation Counselor, each session offers community guidance on infant feeding and meaningful crafting. Come craft something special, find your village, and gain support as you embrace the journey of motherhood!
Space is limited so please RSVP to let us know you’re coming! Your donation helps cover the cost of craft supplies. We can’t wait to see you.
House Rules
These rules create a safe, respectful, and nurturing space for mothers to connect, share, and support one another without judgment.
Confidentiality: What is shared in the circle stays in the circle. This ensures a safe space for open and honest conversation without fear of judgment or gossip.
Non-Judgment: We come from different experiences and perspectives, and all feelings, choices, and experiences are valid. This is a space where everyone’s journey is respected.
Active Listening: When someone is speaking, we listen attentively and without interruption, holding space for their words, emotions, and experiences.
Speak from the Heart: Share your thoughts, feelings, and experiences honestly and authentically, using "I" statements (e.g., "I feel...") to express your own perspective.
No Comparison: Each mom’s experience is unique. Avoid comparing or offering unsolicited advice unless asked, and instead, offer empathy and understanding.
Support, Not Fixing: This is a space to offer support, not solutions. Sometimes just being heard is enough—let's hold space for each other’s emotions without trying to "fix" them.
Respect for Silence: It's okay to take a pause or simply listen without feeling the need to speak. Silence is just as valuable as words in this space.
Honor Your Needs (and your baby's): If at any point you need to step out, take a break, or check in with yourself or your baby, honor that need without explanation or guilt.
Compassion and Empathy: Approach each other’s experiences with compassion and empathy, recognizing that motherhood is complex, and we all have our own challenges and triumphs.
Baby's Lounge: The Sounds Before Words
Mama Bear, Mama Bear, What Do You See?
A gentle afternoon for mothers and their pre-crawling babies, led by speech-language pathologist Katrina
Your baby is studying your face right now, the way your mouth moves when you say their name, the way your eyes soften when you look at them
This month we're leaning into that, on the Sunday before Mother's Day, in a room full of women doing the same thing you're doing
What we'll do together
A Little Book
Katrina wrote a short board-book-style story modeled on Brown Bear, Brown Bear, built around the /m/ sound and the word your baby is quietly working toward. Black-and-white animal pages, for the way new eyes actually see
Songs & Serve-and-Return
Two simple songs you can bring home, one paired with an "I love you" tummy massage that's a small gift when your baby is gassy. Katrina will also walk through serve-and-return, the quiet conversations babies are already having with us through sounds, faces, and little movements
A Tiny Ball Pit
Katrina is bringing a mini ball pit with toys hidden inside, plus other age-appropriate pieces for exploring. We'll talk about why tummy time and floor play matter, and how the gross motor foundation your baby is building now is the same foundation that speech will eventually rest on
Led by Katrina
Katrina is ASHA-certified with 15 years of speech therapy practice and 18 years working with clients with special needs. She studied Linguistics and Brain, Behavior & Cognitive Sciences at the University of Michigan (graduating in the top 10%), earned her Master of Science in Communication Disorders at UT Dallas, and trained at the nationally recognized Callier Center for Communication Disorders
She founded Tryumph Speech Therapy in Austin after watching high-quality care get squeezed out of an industry driven by caseload numbers. Her work spans toddlers to adults, and she's especially at home with preverbal and sensory-seeking little ones, using play-based, client-centered therapy that meets each child where they are
"I often use play-based therapy, especially for children who are preverbal and/or sensory seeking. My client-centered approaches focus on developing functional communication skills that are meaningful to your everyday life."
Good to know
Baby's Lounge is a soft landing, come as you are. Feed, change, move around, step out if you need to. This is your room for the afternoon
- Date Sunday, May 3rd
- Time 2:30 pm
- Baby Age 0–6 months (pre-crawling)
- Location Austin Yoga Lounge
Come spend the afternoon with us
"Babies learn best through interacting with their caregivers. Back and forth interactions build their brain and are so important." — Ms. Rachel
Reserve Your Spot
Preparing for Birth as a Rite of Passage: Four Week Series
Birth is not only a physical event. It is a profound life transition. This four week prenatal series is designed to help you prepare for birth through both knowledge and embodied practice in a supportive small group setting.
What We’ll Explore Each Week
Week 1: Crossing the Threshold
Reframing Birth as Initiation
Birth is not something that happens to you. It is something you move through.
Focus
Understanding matrescence and the identity shift of becoming a mother
Releasing fear-based birth narratives
How the nervous system shapes labor
Clarifying your personal “why” for birth
Practice
Grounded prenatal movement focused on rooting and pelvic awareness
Breathwork to support nervous system regulation
Guided meditation meeting your future self on the other side of birth
Integration
Journaling prompts exploring how you want to feel in labor
A simple daily grounding ritual
Week 2: The Physiology of Power
Understanding the Body in Labor
Knowledge builds trust.
Focus
The hormonal blueprint of labor
Stress response vs oxytocin flow
Pain versus intensity in labor
Creating safety in your birth environment
Practice
Movement that supports optimal baby positioning
Breath and sound techniques for working with contractions
Partner touch basics for nervous system regulation
Integration
Identify your personal safety cues for labor
Daily breath and sound practice
Week 3: Surrender & Strength
Working with Intensity
Soft does not mean passive. Strong does not mean rigid.
Focus
The psychology of transition in labor
Resistance versus surrender
Expanding your capacity for sensation
Reframing discomfort and intensity
Practice
Supported holds to build physical and mental stamina
Rhythmic breathing for contractions
Guided visualization for riding waves of intensity
Integration
Reflect on what you may need to release before birth
Develop a personal mantra practice
Week 4: Ceremony & Integration
Preparing for the Threshold of Motherhood
Preparing to be changed.
Focus
Letting go of the “perfect birth” narrative
Trusting the unpredictability of birth
Ritual and intention for entering motherhood
Holding fear without feeding it
Practice
Slow prenatal movement focused on openness and receptivity
Guided ceremonial meditation
Optional sharing circle
Integration
A personal rite of passage ritual before birth
Writing a letter to your baby or future self
Toddler's & Crawlers: Yoga
This class is designed to create a joyful and relaxing environment for parents and their little ones. This session combines gentle yoga poses, playful activities, and bonding exercises catering to adults and their crawling babies or active toddlers.
Join us on the fourth Friday every month!
What to Expect:
Interactive Yoga Poses: Enjoy simple, safe parent-child poses that promote flexibility and strength.
Playful Activities: Engage in songs, rhymes, and movements to keep children entertained and involved.
Bonding Time: Strengthen your connection with your child through gentle touch and eye contact.
Relaxation Techniques: Learn calming methods for both you and your child.
Community Atmosphere: Connect with other parents and caregivers in a supportive environment.
Benefits:
Enhances parent-child bonding
Promotes physical development and coordination
Provides a relaxing environment for parents
Encourages social interaction
Who Can Join:
This class is perfect for parents, grandparents, or caregivers with crawling babies and toddlers. No prior yoga experience is necessary.
Come and share a blend of movement, play, and relaxation, creating precious memories while embracing the joys of yoga!
Preparing for Birth as a Rite of Passage: Four Week Series
Birth is not only a physical event. It is a profound life transition. This four week prenatal series is designed to help you prepare for birth through both knowledge and embodied practice in a supportive small group setting.
What We’ll Explore Each Week
Week 1: Crossing the Threshold
Reframing Birth as Initiation
Birth is not something that happens to you. It is something you move through.
Focus
Understanding matrescence and the identity shift of becoming a mother
Releasing fear-based birth narratives
How the nervous system shapes labor
Clarifying your personal “why” for birth
Practice
Grounded prenatal movement focused on rooting and pelvic awareness
Breathwork to support nervous system regulation
Guided meditation meeting your future self on the other side of birth
Integration
Journaling prompts exploring how you want to feel in labor
A simple daily grounding ritual
Week 2: The Physiology of Power
Understanding the Body in Labor
Knowledge builds trust.
Focus
The hormonal blueprint of labor
Stress response vs oxytocin flow
Pain versus intensity in labor
Creating safety in your birth environment
Practice
Movement that supports optimal baby positioning
Breath and sound techniques for working with contractions
Partner touch basics for nervous system regulation
Integration
Identify your personal safety cues for labor
Daily breath and sound practice
Week 3: Surrender & Strength
Working with Intensity
Soft does not mean passive. Strong does not mean rigid.
Focus
The psychology of transition in labor
Resistance versus surrender
Expanding your capacity for sensation
Reframing discomfort and intensity
Practice
Supported holds to build physical and mental stamina
Rhythmic breathing for contractions
Guided visualization for riding waves of intensity
Integration
Reflect on what you may need to release before birth
Develop a personal mantra practice
Week 4: Ceremony & Integration
Preparing for the Threshold of Motherhood
Preparing to be changed.
Focus
Letting go of the “perfect birth” narrative
Trusting the unpredictability of birth
Ritual and intention for entering motherhood
Holding fear without feeding it
Practice
Slow prenatal movement focused on openness and receptivity
Guided ceremonial meditation
Optional sharing circle
Integration
A personal rite of passage ritual before birth
Writing a letter to your baby or future self
CPR & Infant Safety Class for New & Expecting Parents
Join us at Austin Yoga Lounge for a comprehensive, 3-hour CPR and Infant Safety Workshop designed specifically for new and expecting parents! This hands-on, interactive class will empower you with life-saving skills and essential safety knowledge to help you feel prepared and confident in handling emergencies involving infants and young children.
Led by an experienced childcare provider and postpartum doula, Laura Hill, this workshop goes beyond standard CPR training to cover a wide range of critical topics, including:
🫀 CPR & AED Usage – Learn how to perform CPR on infants and young children, along with proper use of an Automated External Defibrillator (AED).
🍼 Choking Prevention & Response – Gain hands-on practice in recognizing and responding to airway blockages.
🤕 Emergency First Aid – Understand how to manage situations involving severe illness, bleeding, allergic reactions, and more.
🌙 Safe Sleep & Baby-Proofing Tips – Learn evidence-based recommendations for reducing SIDS risk and creating a secure home environment.
🏡 Everyday Safety Strategies – Explore practical tips for preventing common household injuries and ensuring your child’s well-being.
Each ticket covers you and your partner, ensuring a personalized learning experience with ample time for questions and hands-on practice. This class is designed to build confidence rather than certify—while it does not include official CPR/first aid certification, it focuses on real-world skills to help you respond effectively in emergencies.
Home Birth, Demystified: A Midwife Q&A with Monika Stone
Maybe you've been quietly Googling "home birth Austin" at 2 am. Maybe someone mentioned it and you realized you had more questions than you expected. Or maybe you're just curious and want to hear what it actually looks like from someone who's done it hundreds of times.
This is a relaxed, no-pressure Q&A with Monika Stone, a licensed and certified midwife here in Austin. Monika will walk through what midwifery care looks like, how home birth works, and the questions she hears most often from people exploring this option for the first time. Then we open it up to you. Ask anything, big or small, in a space where no question is too basic.
This isn't about convincing you of anything. It's about giving you the information to make whatever decision feels right for you. Whether you're actively considering a home birth, early in your pregnancy and exploring options, or trying to conceive and thinking ahead, you're welcome here.
About Monika Stone, CPM, LM
Monika is a home birth midwife in Austin, Texas. She trained as a pediatric nurse in Munich, Germany, worked as a birth doula in Austin for 8 years, and became a licensed and certified midwife in 2011. She was named Student of the Year by the Association for Texas Midwifery Program and has been the primary midwife for hundreds of home births in Austin. She is licensed through the Texas Department of Licensing and Regulation (TDLR), certified through the North American Registry of Midwives (NARM), and is the author of Why Choose Home Birth?
Free to attend! Open to all, partners welcome. Space is limited so just reserve your spot.
Join us Saturday, April 18th at 12:30 pm for this chat.
Preparing for Birth as a Rite of Passage: Four Week Series
Birth is not only a physical event. It is a profound life transition. This four week prenatal series is designed to help you prepare for birth through both knowledge and embodied practice in a supportive small group setting.
What We’ll Explore Each Week
Week 1: Crossing the Threshold
Reframing Birth as Initiation
Birth is not something that happens to you. It is something you move through.
Focus
Understanding matrescence and the identity shift of becoming a mother
Releasing fear-based birth narratives
How the nervous system shapes labor
Clarifying your personal “why” for birth
Practice
Grounded prenatal movement focused on rooting and pelvic awareness
Breathwork to support nervous system regulation
Guided meditation meeting your future self on the other side of birth
Integration
Journaling prompts exploring how you want to feel in labor
A simple daily grounding ritual
Week 2: The Physiology of Power
Understanding the Body in Labor
Knowledge builds trust.
Focus
The hormonal blueprint of labor
Stress response vs oxytocin flow
Pain versus intensity in labor
Creating safety in your birth environment
Practice
Movement that supports optimal baby positioning
Breath and sound techniques for working with contractions
Partner touch basics for nervous system regulation
Integration
Identify your personal safety cues for labor
Daily breath and sound practice
Week 3: Surrender & Strength
Working with Intensity
Soft does not mean passive. Strong does not mean rigid.
Focus
The psychology of transition in labor
Resistance versus surrender
Expanding your capacity for sensation
Reframing discomfort and intensity
Practice
Supported holds to build physical and mental stamina
Rhythmic breathing for contractions
Guided visualization for riding waves of intensity
Integration
Reflect on what you may need to release before birth
Develop a personal mantra practice
Week 4: Ceremony & Integration
Preparing for the Threshold of Motherhood
Preparing to be changed.
Focus
Letting go of the “perfect birth” narrative
Trusting the unpredictability of birth
Ritual and intention for entering motherhood
Holding fear without feeding it
Practice
Slow prenatal movement focused on openness and receptivity
Guided ceremonial meditation
Optional sharing circle
Integration
A personal rite of passage ritual before birth
Writing a letter to your baby or future self