Dalia - Dec 24,
2008
daughter of Emily
"I had the most amazing all natural birth experience.
It was truly magical. I meditated through the entire process and used
my yoga training to guide the baby out. I cannot thank you enough
for a beautiful prenatal yoga routine that made my pregnancy, labor,
and delivery happy and healthy. I loved every minute of it and am
sad for it to end." |
Eliana - Dec 22,
2008
daughter of Shana
"Your classes not only relieved the aches and
pains of pregnancy, but provided a place to connect with others going
through a similar life experience." |
Cole - Dec 18,
2008
son of Mary |
Ayla - Dec 18,
2008
daughter of Danielle |
Ines - Dec 14, 2008
daughter of Helene
"I wish you all the best for the new year and
wanted to thank you as the few prenatal classes I took with you really
help me to stay serene and calm. I will be back to Bloom soon for the mum/baby class." |
Bridget - Dec 14,
2008
daughter of Laura
"Thanks so much for your wonderful class. I really
enjoyed it!" |
Sabrina - Dec 10,
2008
daughter of Kerry |
Oliver - Dec 10,
2008
daughter of Katie |
Astrid - Dec 4,
2008
daughter of Christina |
Delfa - Nov 24,
2008
daughter of Kate
"I already miss your class! The peaceful atmosphere,
the friendliness, the humor - it was a ritual I looked forward to
and made my pregnancy all the more special." |
Madeline - Nov
23, 2008
daughter of Jeanie |
Riley - Nov 21,
2008
son of Keesha
"Thanks so much for everything. You and your class
were such a memorable and special part of my pregnancy. I'll be recommending
your class to all my pregnant friends." |
KateLynn - Nov
16, 2008
daughter of Erin
"I'm not sure how, but the delivery nurse knew
that I had practiced yoga. My experiences and the visualization techniques
that you shared with us helped tremendously. Thank you so much for
all of you love and support." |
Katie - Nov 16,
2008
daughter of Ericka
"Your class was a wonderful part of my pregnancy
and my only regret is that I wish I had attended it when I was pregnant
with my daughter 2-1/2 years ago." |
Harrison - Nov
6, 2008
son of Ericka
"Your class was a wonderful part of my pregnancy
and my only regret is that I wish I had attended it when I was pregnant
with my daughter 2-1/2 years ago." |
Kaeden - Nov 1,
2008
son of Stacy
"I can not tell you how valuable taking your class
twice a week for my last trimester was. Progressive relaxation, breathing,
visualization, heat, and massage really got me through" |
Isabella - Oct
31, 2008
daughter of Buffy |
Liam - Oct 28,
2008
son of Susan
"I'm that I gained a lot of strength, stamina
and flexibility from your class (very helpful during labor!). I really
enjoyed every Sunday's session: your energy is so wonderfully, infectiously
positive, plus it was great to be with a whole bunch of pregnant women
once a week. Be well, and keep up the wonderful work you're doing!" |
Felix - Oct 27,
2008
son of Brooke
"I really enjoyed the yoga classes. Thank you
so much!" |
Eliora - Oct 25,
2008
daughter of Robin
"All of the yoga classes helped to improve my
stamina, and all of the doctors were truly impressed that I had energy
to push after so long. It was a truly beautiful experience! Thank
you again for all your instruction and relaxing (yet exhilarating!)
classes. I always looked forward to attending!" |
Kennedy - Oct 18,
2008
daughter of Kim |
Charlie - Oct 14,
2008
son of Katie
"Thank you for your wonderful classes, the breathing
and stretching definitely made pregnancy as well as labor much more
managable. You are wonderful at what you do!!" |
Victoria - Oct
13, 2008
daughter of Qin |
Toranosuke - Oct
13, 2008
son of Ayako |
Liam - Oct 13,
2008
son of Lauren |
Sydney - Oct 5,
2008
daughter of Christy
"I am recovering well and I definitely attribute
your Yoga classes to helping me bounce back quickly!! Thank you for
your wonderful instruction as I looked forward to your class every
week!" |
Riley - Oct 5,
2008
son of Cindy |
Brooke - Oct 1,
2008
daughter of Dawn
"I
started with your class around 18 weeks and counted on it each week
to be the source of my sanity. Talking with the other women in addition
to getting some great tips and advice was just the icing on the cake
of a great class. My contractions were really intense and I did my
best to focus on breathing and “heart to baby, baby to heart”
remembering that it was all going to be worth it." |
Eric - Sept 25,
2008
son of Bruna
"Thanks for all the wisdom and advice!" |
Andrew and Karoline
- Sept 25
son and daughter of Rebecca |
Emmett - Sept
20, 2008
son of Brandy
|
Caleb - Sept 16,
2008
son of Karen
"I miss your
Saturday yoga class! Thanks for all the words of encouragement, I
definitely drew on them during the delivery for additional strength." |
Yaron - Sept 16,
2008
son of Amy |
Hannah - Sept
14, 2008
daughter of Michelle |
Angela - August
30, 2008
daughter of Kim |
Jack - August
20, 2008
son of Jess
"I can't express how grateful I am for all your
help. About 17 hours after my induction began, Jack was born via emergency
c-section when it was discovered that he was trying to come out left
handfirst. However, I still used so many of the lessons you taught
us, even inthe OR. As I lay there, surrounded by a busy surgical team,
I began breathing deeply and imagining Jack's colors swirling around
my heart and then around him and back again. I heard you in my head
calling me a Warrior Mama and telling me I could birth my baby. I
even heard the savasana music, relaxing me. And suddenly I wasn't
scared or disappointed or even dazed anymore. And when my husband
and I heard Jack cry for the first time, it was just as beautiful,
magical and deeply moving as I imagined it would be. Thankyou from
the bottom of my heart. With your help, I was able to see my son's
birth for the miracle that it was, rather than just a sterile medical
procedure." |
Liam - August 14,
2008
son of Mary Kate
"I looked forward to your prenatal yoga classes
every week. They helped meenjoy my pregnancy as well as my labor and
delivery. You are a gift to Chicago's pregnant women!!" |
Spencer - August 12,
2008
son of Mary Kate
"I loved your classes so much! I especially loved the cookies after class and seeing all the other expecting moms get closer and closer to 40 weeks. Thank you for being so supportive and wonderful. I look forward to seeing you again soon because we are due with our second baby in July and I cannot wait to come to your classes again." |
Eli - August 10,
2008
son of Rachel |
Sam - August 1,
2008
son of Roni
"Your prenatal classes were the single best thing
that I did for myself while pregnant. Thank you for your boundless
support and wisdom." |
Jaden - July 23,
2008
son of Lisa
"I miss the class and the girls and you. It was
such a nice part of my pregnancy and I just wanted to thank you so
much for everything. The classes were great and the birthing class
was wonderful! Send my best to the ladies and thanks again, you certainly
were a comfort to me and every other first time pregnant woman! I
feel blessed to have spent such a special time in my life sharing
with you." |
David & Isaac
- July 18, 2008
sons of Jill
"Your class was really invaluable to me because
it got me out of the house and kept my spirits up. Carrying twins
was tough but yoga helped me feel like I could accomplish anything!
Thank you for all the kind words and advice." |
Owen - July 12,
2008
son of Rachel
"I attribute so much of the wonderful labor and
delivery that I had to many things, yoga being a big contributor.
Thanks again for all your teaching, patience and help."
|
Rowan - July 10,
2008
son of Winnie |
Dylan - July 10,
2008
son of Lesley
"I only wish that I could have continued with
your yoga class for longer into the pregnancy! Hope you're doing well
and thanks for your support." |
Leo - July 8,
2008
son of Sara
"I wanted to thank you so much for your prenatal
yoga class. It was something I looked forward to every week. I wouldn't
have made it through my labor without your heart-baby-baby-heart visualization.
THANK YOU!" |
Levi - July 3,
2008
son of Heather |
Maia & Asha
- July 2, 2008
daughters of Maria
"Thanks
for all if your knowledge and wisdom. I definitely used a LOT of what
you taught us in class during the long labor and pushing. We got what
we wanted - 2 vaginal births, both girls vertex!" |
Gabriella - June
27, 2008
daughter of Cindy
"I
will sure miss your class and thank you for all of your love, support
and kindness. You are such a gift to pregnant women!" |
Emmett - June
26, 2008
son of Betsy
"Thank you, again, for your wonderful instruction.
The breathing exercises helped me so much - especially when I was
in labor at home in the middle of the night! I already miss your class,
and I think about you every Saturday morning." |
Helen - June 25,
2008
daughter of Ann |
Amalia - June
21, 2008
daughter of Alice
"Thank
you so much for all you do. This class was such a wonderful way to
really connect with my baby before she arrived. I attended your class
before my son Domingo was born and so looked forward to it when we
found out about Amalia. I was able to use what I learned in class
to have another terrific birth experience." |
Noah - June 21,
2008
son of Rebecca
"Thank
you for your yoga classes at Bloom. I started taking your class in
my first trimester and went throughout my whole pregnancy. I felt
much stronger and confident because of your class and looked forward
to it every week. The delivery was as good as it gets. I will truly
miss your class but I'll see you in your non-natal classes for sure!" |
Kenton - June
17, 2008
son of Julie
"Every
now and then you meet someone who is doing EXACTLY what they are suppose
to be doing with their life. Dee is truly a blessing to pregnant women
in Chicago. I will be forever grateful for my times spent in her classes.
Her voice warmed my heart throughout my labor and gave me the strength
to push and push for hours. Thank you Dee for giving me the second
greatest gift next to my new son." |
Malcolm - June
16, 2008
son of Sue
"My
son has the most amazing, calm, Zen like disposition. His gentle sweetness
overwhelms my soul. I think it was all the Sunday afternoons I spent
with you in your wonderful yoga class. That time I spent 'dancing'
with my baby as I grew into a 'warrior mamma' will forever be etched
in my heart and the foundation for the deep connection I have with
him. Thank you. You are truly blessed." |
Cecilie - June
13, 2008
daughter of Jessica
"Thank
you for one of the best parts of my last trimester! I loved your Wednesday
class at Bloom and looked forward to it every week--I
only wish I would have started with you sooner! I enjoyed getting
to
know the other moms-to-be, practicing poses and meditation techniques,
and most of all your welcoming,
sunny personality." |
Sophia - June
6, 2008
daughter of Annie
"Thanks
for such a wonderful prenatal class. I will definintely return when
we have our second child." |
Sara - May 30,
2008
daughter of Jessica |
Allison - May
17, 2008
daughter of Carolyn
"Thank
you for teaching such a wonderful pre-natal yoga class. Having never
done yoga before, I was a bit intimidated to start, so thank you for
making me feel welcome. Your class really helped me to have a healthy
pregnancy and a great labor and delivery
experience." |
Leonard - May
15, 2008
son of Heidi
"I
wanted to let you know how much I enjoyed your classes. My labor went
very smoothly - I attribute it to the breathing and visualizations
you taught us in class. A big thank you for making my first pregnancy
a wonderful one." |
Jonah - May 14,
2008
son of Aimee
"Thank
you so much for an amazing yoga experience during my pregnancy. It
helped me feel strong throughout the process and even more now that
the next stage of the journey is beginning. Good luck to all of the
incredible women in class! I cannot wait for you to meet your babies!" |
Eva - May 13,
2008
daughter of Emily
"Your
class was one of the highlights of my pregnancy and I enjoyed the
female bonding and all of your advice, encouragement and support." |
Harper - May 8,
2008
daughter of Meg
"I
wanted to let you know how much I enjoyed your classes. My labor went
very smoothly - I attribute it to the breathing and visualizations
you taught us in class. A big thank you for making my first pregnancy
a wonderful one." |
Vivienne - April
28, 2008
daughter of Kerri
"Thanks
for all you do. I will always remember your classes as a central part
of what was a very positive pregnancy." |
Ezekiel - April
25, 2008
son of Lea
"All
of the breathing and stretching I did in your class was a huge help
throughout. Thank you! I had a wonderful pregnancy and birth experience
in part because of you." |
Dylan - April 22,
2008
son of Becky
"I
really enjoyed your class again, even the second time around! All
of the breathing and stretching was a respite from my hectic life
as a working mom with a toddler!" |
Aleksandra - April
20, 2008
daughter of Anna
"Thank
you so much for all your support you provided during prenatal yoga
classes. Thank you also for sharing your experience and all these
'little secrets' that made my pregnancy so much easier (Your advice
how to relief cramp pain worked in seconds!)." |
Reece - April 18,
2008
son of Janice
"Thanks
for all of the support over the last few months!" |
Miles - April 17,
2008
son of Meg
"Thank
you for a teaching a wonderful pre-natal yoga class. Every week, I
looked forward to it. You are a fantastically talented, caring teacher." |
Luke - April 15,
2008
son of Jamie
"I
enjoyed your prenatal yoga. It was wonderful!" |
Kate - April 11,
2008
daughter of Jennifer |
Gary - April 10,
2008
son of Kim
"My
yoga breathing was definitely utilized! I will miss the Saturday class!
Many thanks for your classes and knowledge. I so enjoyed being a part
of the group over the past several months." |
Sara - April 6,
2008
daughter of Ashley
"I
really enjoyed attending your yoga class every week and I wish all
of the other girls good luck." |
Wilson - April
5, 2008
son of Lorelei |
Martina - April
3, 2008
daughter of Charlyn
"Thanks
again for your classes. It helped me tremendously throughout my pregnancy!
I hope to attend your class again when we're ready for our next baby!" |
|
Hazel & Lander
- March 28, 2008
daughter & son of Elizabeth
"Thank
you for the wonderful yoga practice which always invigorated me."
|
Oliver - March
26, 2008
son of Lauren
"I
am forever grateful to Dee and her prenatal yoga class for the preparation
and support for childbirth. I will miss the class, Dee and all of
the wonderful mamas-to-be. Here's to all you strong warrior mamas." |
Emma - March 19,
2008
daughter of Sheri
"I
miss your classes and am looking forward to starting to practice yoga
again as soon as I get the okay." |
Iris - March 24,
2008
daughter of Catherine
"Thanks
so much for making prenatal yoga a highlight of my week all through
my pregnancy -- I miss it. Hopefully Mom & Baby classes will fill
the void." |
Gabriella - March
18, 2008
daughter of Jo-Ann
"I'll
miss your class!! Thanks for all the tips." |
Walter - March
15, 2008
daughter of Katie |
Luella- March 13,
2008
daughter of Marie |
Dexter - March
6, 2008
son of Liz
"It
was a long (40 hours!) and difficult labor but I definitely felt like
your class helped prepare me for what was to come. I used the breathing
and visualization a lot and now that I am breast feeding I am so grateful
for the arm, shoulder, and neck stretches. I hope to make it back
to one of your regular yoga classes as soon as I can." |
Ella -
March 4, 2008
daughter of Sarah
"Thank
you for the months of fantastic yoga and relaxation."
|
Charlotte
- March 4, 2008
daughter of Samantha |
Ariana -
March 4, 2008
daughter of Kathy
"Thanks
much for your yoga classes - these really helped with the sciatica
pains. I used your color meditation techniques for meditation during
labor."
|
Simone - Feb 21,
2008
daughter of Leslie
"Thanks
for the wonderful classes. Wish I could have come more regularly ...
the ones I made it to were immensely grounding, comforting and strengthening
in many ways. I'll miss them." |
Quinn -
Feb 20, 2008
daughter of Tami |
Isaac - Feb 19,
2008
son of Susan
"I
really enjoyed the yoga classes at Pulling Down the Moon and hope
to take some with you again!" |
Sophie - Feb 14,
2008
daughter of Susan
"Thanks
to Dee for teaching a wonderful class and good luck to everyone!" |
Mischa - Feb 7,
2008
daughter of Amy
"The
birth went remarkably smoothely and swiftly." |
Stella - Feb 6,
2008
daughter of Holly |
Anastasia - Jan
24, 2008
daughter of Sarah |
Cesca - Jan 24,
2008
daughter of Kate
"Thank you so much for the part that you played
in preparing me to achieve the birth that I wanted. There is no doubt
that your yoga class was an essential part of my mind and body preparation
for Cesca's birth; not to mention the weekly dose of love, support,
friendship and humour that your classes provide for a hormonal, waddling
mama-to-be!!" |
Allison - Jan 21,
2008
daughter of Elizabeth
"I just wanted to say thank you for the wonderful
class - prenatal yoga was one of the nicest things about pregnancy,
both times! Imagery from the class got me through the early contractions
and the rest went so fast I only pushed for 10 mintues." |
Mathias - Jan 21,
2008
son of Geraldine
"Thanks for all your (and Pam's)
help..." |
Brisa - Jan 12,
2008
daughter of Wendy
"You are meant to do what you do!! The
inner strength and peace that I gained from your class helped make
my pregnancy so enjoyable! - as well as helped me to have the birth
experience that I had always wanted. Thank you, Thank you!! I miss
you and sharing pregnancy with other warrior mamas." |
Charles - Jan 3,
2008
son of Mary Kay
"The stretching, meditation and pain management
skills I practiced in Dee's pre-natal class lead to a labor and delivery
that went incredibly well." |
Grace - Jan 1,
2008
daughter of Kate |
