Toronto's Top Pre & Post Natal Program

889 Yonge has become the spiritual home of many of its members. It's simply the best yoga studio in Toronto. We kind of think of it as the Four Seasons of yoga studios. It's expertly branded and positioned for it's discerning clientele. Quite simply top notch. So it's no surprise that the brain trust behind the brand is putting a premium on the best life possible - whether it's a internal feeling of wellness or welcoming a new life into this world. The Mindful Beginnings Program mandate is to empower and nurture individuals through their experience of  pregnancy, childbirth and the beginnings of their new family. 

Women today are becoming more and more aware of and committed to their health, but when it comes to pregnancy they just don't have access to credible resources and information beyond the guidance of their medical doctors and books they may pick up. Women are left looking for ways to care for themselves from a holistic perspective before, during and after pregnancy – what to eat, what to do, what type of exercise to do, what type of treatments are most beneficial at different stages, what supplements are best suited to your specific case, etc.

This customized and compassionate program is committed to offering women informational and emotional support - a conscious and holistic approach - during their experience of child bearing. Click here for WOMAN.ca's Exclusive Interview with 889 Yonge’s Pre &  Post Natal Guide and Doula, Madelaine Cote.

“Creating a new life can be one of the most primal, fundamental experiences of our existence. It may feel joyful, challenging, unexpected, and always changing, says Madelaine Cote, Pre and Post Natal Guide and Doula at 889 Yonge.”  “At every moment, I am truly inspired by the incredible strength of women. I am committed to helping empower you to have the experience that is authentic for you, throughout pregnancy, childbirth, and the birth of your family.”

Who Benefits from this Program?

Call 889 Yonge wherever you are on your journey - from thinking about conceiving, through pregnancy and after the baby is born. This amazing "wisdom and wellness birthing itinerary" is for women who want to nurture themselves and their babies holistically through pregnancy. 889’s mission was thus to create a bespoke program for women to be nurtured through their pregnancy, and guided towards health modalities best suited to them during this time of new, uncharted territory.

“Our integrated Wellness Clinic team has come together to create this incredible, comprehensive program for women journeying through pregnancy,” says Christine Russell, co-founder of 889 Yonge. “We were concerned when we looked at what was offered in the marketplace for women who are considering pregnancy or who are pregnant, so we created – mindfully - what I believe to be the most customized and compassionate program of it's kind in the country for moms-to-be.”

“Women are uninformed as to where to go to explore natural complimentary therapies and practices through their pregnancy and afterwards, and they often feel totally disconnected from a community. They're not familiar with what their body can and should do through pregnancy, they’re not  sure if Yoga is safe or who is qualified to teach to them, they don't know where  to find a good doula, they’re not getting hands-on therapeutic touch to get them through because they don’t know where to go for trained therapists, and many are turning to the grocery store shelves for run-of-the-mill prenatal supplements. And then once their baby is born, many women feel disconnected from their prenatal communities and alone. Our program feeds this part of the journey as well helping women feel empowered every step of the way, including after the birth.”  

The Invaluable Benefits of Mindful Beginnings

• This program is unique because it is guided and customized, it welcomes women into a community, and it meets each woman where they are at on their journey.

• Women are not left on their own to figure it out for themselves, and it is not a cookie-cutter-same-for-every- mom program. Madelaine guides and supports each woman on the program through their pregnancy, and directs them towards wellness modalities best suited to them.

• Madelaine explores disciplines with her clients, based on their needs and what suits their constitutions and their pregnancy – she is the clients ultimate pregnancy resource! Your journey may include a select combination of services ranging from – working with a doula, ‘pea in the pod’ registered massage therapy, pre-natal yoga, balancing of your systems with our osteopath to ease the pregnancy and birth experience, baby massage, nutritional support with a Holistic Nutritionist to ensure your systems are supported, an organic facial to simply pamper and cleanse, acupuncture to relieve stress and pain, Ayurvedic medicine to fully embrace the beauty of the cycle of birth, post natal support after the birth of your child in your home, or mom and baby Post Natal Yoga.

THE PROGRAMS 

Complimentary Consultation

Your Journey with 889 Yonge begin with a complimentary 15-min consultation with your Prenatal & Postnatal Guide, Madelaine Cote.   

This will enable you to connect with someone who is knowledgeable about pregnancy right away, and to tell you about our specific pre & postnatal offerings at 889 Yonge. 

*Partners are always welcome to join you at sessions with Madelaine throughout your prenatal & postnatal journey at 889 Yonge. 

1)  Conceiving Your Journey  

      A customized Mindful Beginnings Plan. 

      One Initial Session

      One Follow-Up Visit 

This program is designed for a woman who quickly becomes comfortable connecting with different options once she knows what is available, but wants to make sure she gets started on the right track with a program that is tailored to her needs.  

2) Journey of New Life   

      A customized Mindful Beginnings plan with ongoing support 

      Three Visits through your pregnancy (60 mins)

      One Post-Natal visit in your home (90 mins) 

This program is designed for a woman who wants to take care of her body and her baby during and after pregnancy but who finds the amount of information out there overwhelming. This woman wants to feel supported during her journey and empowered to make good and safe decisions with guided support from 889’s Prenatal and Postnatal Guide.

3) Labour of Love   

      A customized Mindful Beginnings plan providing the most nurturing, ongoing  support through your pregnancy… 

      Three sessions with Madelaine Cote throughout your pregnancy (60 mins each)

      End of 1st Trimester

      End of 2nd Trimester

      Middle of 3rd Trimester 

      Two additional floating visits (60 mins each) – when you most need them

      One Post Natal visit in your home. 

This program is the Shangri-La of 889’s Mindful Beginnings Program. It is designed for a woman who wants the ultimate support and care throughout her journey. She wants to be able to consult with Madelaine as often as necessary without ever having to think twice.

889 Yonge - Yoga & Holistic Spa

889 Yonge Street
Toronto, ON M4W 2H2
(416) 925-7206

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