Are you Depleted or Full?

November 30, 2023 by Full Circle KC

We have filled the studio space with so much gratitude energy this month, talking all things gratitude. I hope you’re feeling that refreshed joyful energy in your spirit when you leave the studio, and take it out into the world and pass it along. Gratitude matters and research shows it can foster greater life satisfaction, even when life feels heavy, and for many, this time of year, and all that’s happening in the world, the feeling of heavy is real.

I ate lunch with a dear friend of mine a few weeks ago and she asked a question that has stayed with me and I want to share her wisdom with you, especially as we enter the holiday season.

Does it make you feel full or depleted? Did anyone else go WOW after reading this? When my schedule is booked with activities, or to-dos, or, being an uber driver to my children, or my work, I’ve been asking myself do I feel full or depleted? I can 100% say without hesitation when I’m at Full Circle Yoga KC I feel FULL! I have such a tremendous amount of gratitude for the Mamas, Dads, Partners, Parents, and Kiddos I get to share time, space, and energy with at FCYKC. I think I have the best job ever! When I’m feeling run down or over extended I have to evaluate where I feel depleted and decide if I can let that go or sometimes it’s a matter of reframing the thought from “I have to”, to “I get to” and it changes my whole perspective.

As I sign off to connect with family and friends for the upcoming holiday, I hope you find a feeling of fullness and gratitude.

Full Circle Yoga KC has gift cards! In an attempt to do our part in protecting Mother Earth we only offer online gift cards. If you’d like to purchase you can find them here. Thank you for entrusting us to support your family member or friend!

Reminder of New Classes on the calendar!

Fridays 10am- StoryTime Yoga with Emmi. Click here to reserve. Next class Friday December 8th at 10am.

Our first Mamas Morning Out Yoga will be Saturday November 25th at 10:30am! Join me and other FCYKC Mamas on the mat to breath, connect and recharge.

Prenatal Yoga Prepares the Mind and Body for the Pushing Phase of Birth

October 2, 2023 by Full Circle KC

Prenatal Yoga Helps You Practice and Prepare for the Pushing Phase of Birth

I’m trying not to hold my breath while waiting to welcome Autumn! Speaking of holding breath, this month’s questions have been centered around pushing. Do I hold my breath? Can I breathe when it’s time to push? What’s open glottis pushing vs. Valsalva pushing? What can my partner do to support me while I’m in the second stage of labor/pushing phase? What position do I envision myself to be in for breathing my baby into the world?

In our prenatal yoga classes we cover AND practice (this is where prenatal yoga can play such an invaluable support in preparing for birth) pushing positions, different breathing techniques during pushing, how to advocate for yourself during this phase of birth, how your partner can play an active role as you breathe your baby earthside. Practicing birth positions and breath work during prenatal yoga class builds the muscle memory for birth! It’s an opportunity to rehearse what feels good and right for your body while you’re tuning inward on your yoga mat. When the moment comes to begin pushing your baby into the world, the techniques you’ve practiced/rehearsed at prenatal yoga will empower you for pushing your bundle of joy into the world.

Breath is the way through pushing as it’s the way through contractions and parenthood and waiting for the change in seasons. I’m looking forward to breathing in the crispness of fall in the coming days.

Full Circle Yoga KC is a family centered yoga studio in Midtown Kansas City specializing in Prenatal Yoga, Prenatal Partner Yoga, Baby Yoga, postpartum yoga, and workshops.

Yoga Classes and Workshops at Full Circle Yoga KC

October 26, 2022 by Full Circle KC

Happy Fall! As we transition into crisper and cooler days (thank goodness), I hope it brings a new found energy! The energy is certainly feeling vibrant and alive at the studio! We have more teachers and more yoga classes and workshops than ever before! In case you aren’t on social media (high five to you!), or it didn’t show up on your feed here’s a run down of what’s happening through the end of 2022! We continue to have our strong and amazing prenatal and postpartum (several options) yoga classes. And now, we can offer even more to the wellness of growing KC families!

Flow +1!! A vinyasa flow class that has the added benefit of brining your infant! Bri, a FCYKC Mama, will have her sweet Vera with her! Babies not required to attend this class. Starting this Sunday at 10:30am!!! Bri recently subbed a yoga class and everyone was raving about her class! Don’t miss out! She’s pretty amazing!!!

I will be teaching my first Fertility Yoga Series beginning Monday October 3^rd 6pm-8pm. This has been something I’ve wanted to offer since the birth of FCYKC. Experiencing my own challenges with TTC, I remember the heavy feelings and loneliness I experienced. I hope to offer a safe and welcoming space for those experiencing fertility challenges to practice yoga and build community with others. Please share if you know someone that this class may speak to.

Kids Yoga is every SUNDAY at 9am with Chelsea! For ages preschoolish to early elementary school. We encourage parents to join too! Showing our children the importance of self-care is an invaluable life lesson.

Postpartum Restorative Yoga is every Saturday now at noon with Miracle! I LOVE her classes! Infants are welcome, however the class is focused on mama’s needs and recovery.

First Saturday (that’s tomorrow) we have our Chat and Milk support group with Morgan Jackson at Prepared Beginnings. We will be talking about stress and how it impacts feeding our babies.

WORKSHOPS through 2022:

Prenatal Partner Yoga and Massage Workshop with Legacy Massage– October 19^th

Prenatal Partner Yoga- November 16^th and December 14^th

Bridging the Gap between Pelvic Floor and Yoga– November 7th with EnCore Therapy

Coming of Age: Empowering our Girls to Celebrate and Embrace Their Changing Bodies– November 14^th

I am always forever grateful our lives have had the opportunity to intersect. Thank you for your continued support and being a part of a really special community in KC! Don’t forget to follow us on Instagram to stay up to date on all that’s happening!

Hugs!

Jenny

Yoga Schedule | Kids Yoga, Pelvic Floor & Fertility Yoga

February 10, 2022 by Full Circle KC

Hope is my word for 2022! I’m hopeful we are finding ourselves at the end of this worldwide pandemic. I’m hopeful FCYKC continues to grow and supports many more families! Much of my hope is fueled by the amazing community at FCYKC! It has been such an honor to be a part of your lives these last years. It has been especially warming to the soul as we’ve gathered in-person and virtually during these last few challenging years. I hope the new year brings you hope as it does me.

I’m excited to share with you all what’s ahead for Full Circle Yoga KC in the coming year!

Kids Yoga is BACK!!!!
A yoga class that is a highly engaging yet calming. Kids Yoga is designed to teach children yoga and mindfulness so that they can best manage the world around them. Through yoga poses children will improve their coordination, balance, and body awareness. and This class is designed for children ages 3-6. We encourage caregivers to join in the fun! Reserve your space here.

Tuesday, February 15th 9:00am

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Big Kids Yoga/Family Yoga!

Take a break from your hectic week and find calm, quiet and fun on your mat. Through yoga and connection, one learns tools for coping in times of stress and/or chaos. Mindfulness and breathing techniques will be integrated into the class. Yoga poses help improve concentration, coordination, and self awareness. Designed for children ages 7 and up and a parent/guardian is welcome. Reserve your spot here.

Saturday, February 19th 1:00pm

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Brookside St. Patrick’s Parade– Mark your calendars! Full Circle Yoga KC is walking in the Brookside St. Patrick’s Parade!

Saturday, March 12th at 2pm

Join us for the entire walk or part of the walk. It’s going to be a celebration for sure after having to cancel the last two years. For those interested we will be ordering shirts to wear, more details coming soon! The whole family is invited, even the family dog on a lease! Wear your green, dress up your wagon and join the fun! If you are interested please click here.

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Coming SOON

* Pelvic Floor Wellness Yoga– Jenny received her Pelvic Floor Yoga Teacher Certification with Leslie Howard. Leslie is a dynamic instructor and Jenny is thrilled to bring Pelvic Floor Yoga to FCYKC!!! This class will teach pelvic floor issues and how yoga can support pelvic floor health.

* Fertility Yoga Series– Jenny is in the final stages of completing her Fertility Yoga Certification with Bebo Mia and will be scheduling the first series in early spring.

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It just takes a few minutes to have on your phone and at your finger tips!

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May we look to the new year with open hearts and open minds! Here at FCYKC we are so grateful for each of you and the opportunity to have walked with you during a very special moment in your life. We are so excited about the continued growth of FCYKC and welcoming more expectant Mamas and Parents and celebrating lots of new babies!

Full Circle Yoga KC is family centered yoga studio in Midtown Kansas City specializing in Gentle Yoga, Prenatal Yoga, Baby Yoga, Tot Yoga, Family Yoga, Workshops, and more.

Do The Research But Be Prepared For Not Finding The Answer….

April 15, 2021 by Full Circle KC

Do the Research, But Be Prepared For Not Finding The Answer

Reading all the books you can about birth, postpartum, motherhood, breastfeeding, sleeping? Listening to all the recommended podcasts before baby arrives? That was me… and… it’s still me…. trying to get all the expert advice and research on how to raise our children…. especially now, as we begin to enter the world of tweens!

Does the research and prep really help when thrown into parenthood? Depending on the day the answer may be different! Somedays, it’s absolutely! And, other days it’s a resounding NO and I can’t find the answer often resulting in tears and feelings of failure and alone. I remember those tears as I struggled with breastfeeding my daughter. I had all the “best,” “recommended,” “must have if you want to breastfeed” books but breastfeeding didn’t come easy. I also remember finding a book that gave us such wonderful tools and guidance when “time-outs” didn’t feel right for us.

It’s important to arm yourself with as much knowledge as possible from books and classes. But, don’t forget your own wisdom and instincts when you are in the trenches of motherhood, it can be just as important as the books.

As much as the books promise to have all the answers, there is no user manual for your child no matter how many books you read. Best practices you’ve read may not work and that’s ok. Sometimes the answers aren’t in a book. There are no answers sometimes. For some of us, not having answers feels really vulnerable and scary, and it is!! Sometimes the best answer is within your mamas instinct and listening to your gut. Sometimes it really is the old adage of try and if at first you don’t succeed, try, try, again. Letting there be room for air and breath and giving yourself the ok not to follow the rules and improvise can be so liberating!!! And that just may be where you find the answer you’re looking for!

The books, podcasts, classes are all so incredibly helpful, offering tools (and sometimes some good tricks!), as guidance. I think that’s the key in that these wonderful resources we learn from are tools in guiding us as parents. If we can listen and trust our gut, be okay with trial and error, and give ourselves grace when we make mistakes we will raise confident, bright, kind, creative, critical thinking, champions of change children.

Finding a community of other Mamas is a wonderful resource to share ideas and experiences and receive ideas and experiences. There’s nothing like real life lessons shared among Mamas, sometimes there’s tears of laughter and sometimes it’s tears of struggle. Our Mamas and families at Full Circle Yoga KC have tremendous wisdom, courage and willingness to share vulnerable lessons of parenthood! There is a natural energy of uplifting and holding space for women who are on the journey of motherhood at Full Circle Yoga KC that is truly what makes Full Circle Yoga KC such a special place.

It has been a long year, a REALLY long year of having to be at a distance from each other. I’m tremendously grateful for zoom classes and the deep dedication of our community as we faced such hardships this last year. My heart fills as the vibe and energy returns to the studio with expectant Mamas returning for Prenatal Yoga, Mamas and Babies return to BYOB Yoga Class and Mamas and Littles attend Mama and Movers Yoga Class.

Full Circle Yoga KC is family centered yoga studio in Midtown Kansas City specializing in Prenatal Yoga, Prenatal Partner Yoga, Baby Yoga, and many family-centered workshops.