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Ashley Aitken Yoga & Professional Birth Support

Based in Kirkintilloch. I provide yoga classes for specific life stages from pregnancy to menopause, This class will help you to strengthen and tone.

Ostara Moon yoga is a gentle flowing hatha style yoga class which connects you to the phases of the moon to help balance hormone and provide relaxation and release. It offers deep, gentle yoga asana which honours the moon phases, earth cycles and feminine energy. This class is suitable for any age and ability and warmly welcomes beginners. Ostara Sun Yoga class is a yoga practice to stoke your in

ner fire and set you up for your day ahead. After gently warming the body we will move through variations on sun salutations with a gentle but dynamic flow and end with a brief relaxation. Pregnancy Yoga a beautiful class to help you keep active during pregnancy, help prepare for the birth and bond with your baby. This class offers a gentle and safe yoga practice developed especially for pregnant bodies. The yoga postures (asana) are suitable for pregnancy, prepare you for birth and can be further adapted for common pregnancy ailments. More than just a yoga class each session also provides birth education, breathing techniques for birth and deep relaxation to empower you towards a positive birth. All led by a qualified midwife, practicing doula and yoga teacher. These classes also provide a supportive community of like-minded parents to be to share your journey with. Suitable from 14 weeks pregnant. Mum & Baby Yoga offers a nurturing class for new parents with breathing techniques to calm the mind, yoga to stretch, strengthen and recharge your energy levels and relaxation to soothe. Each class includes both soothing baby massage and fun yoga suitable for little bodies, offering a special time for you and your baby to bond. Traditional yoga postures (asana) are adapted for a postnatal yoga practice which gently restores and tones the body after birth. All this in our wonderful community, with a chat and a cuppa. Suitable from 6 weeks postnatal (8-12 weeks post caesarean section depending on your recovery) until baby is mobile.

24/08/2026

Most who attend my yoga classes and half my doula clients are planning hospital births, yet they still desire a vaginal birth.

Navigating hospital protocols and interventions can make this challenging. So here are my top tips for achieving the birth you want, even in a hospital setting! 💗

17/08/2026

I'm finally ready to share some exciting news!

My Birth Equipment Hire will launch very soon. This service has been created to help you feel fully prepared for your birth journey so you focus on what truly matters, bringing your little one into the world!

Includes 5 weeks hire with free drop-off and pick-up within a 30-mile radius of Chapelhall, North Lanarkshire.

Choose from 4 options:
✨️ TENS machine
💜 Rebozo, Peanut ball & Birth Comb
✨️ Birth pool with all necessary equipment
💜The Full package!

Special rates are available for my doula clients and those attending my pregnancy classes.
Booking is open!
DM me for details or visit www.ashleyaitkenyoga.co.uk

10/08/2026

It’s hard to put into words just how meaningful these weekend retreats are to me.

The connection. The community. The joy and laughter. The presence, the support, and the beautiful experience of simply being held in a space with other women.

Women gathering is always powerful, whether it’s for an hour at class or for an entire weekend. But something deeper happens when we give ourselves permission to fully step away from our everyday lives.

Space to think, to breathe, to slow down, to reconnect and come home to yourself.
Whether you join us for the day or stay for the full weekend, you deserve that time for yourself. Time to pause, be cared for, and simply be.

And that’s what this year’s Roots and Radiance retreat is all about.
That’s why everything is included, even your individual holistic treatments.
It’s going to be incredible.
We’re waiting for you. 🤍

For more details check out my website
www.ashleyaitkenyoga.co.uk

02/08/2026

I want to talk about the liminal space in birth work that very few people ever see.

It's the waiting.
Sometimes its over 4 weeks waiting with no news.
Sometimes its a slow prodromal labour for days.
Sometimes its waters breaking......then waiting.
Sometimes its navigating difficult decisions of c section or induction before labour has even begun.

Then labour happens.
Sometimes its fast and intense.
Sometimes a slow, steady climb.
Sometimes it stalls.
Sometimes it becomes medically complex.
Sometimes c section is the best path.

Every birth asks us to step into the unknown.
Its asks for trust.
Its asks us to hold space for fear, uncertainty and hope, all at the same time.
It asks us to honour each unique birth journey with compassion and respect.

Every time I enter that space of not knowing, I chose trust.

Trust birth.
Trust women.
Trust babies.
Trust myself.

That doesn't mean there aren't moments of doubt and challenge, there always are. But like the families I support, I always return to trust.

I feel this is a huge lessons for me this year.

BirthWithoutFear

23/07/2026

Let's ditch some of these outdated birth narratives! What would you add to the list?

Comment below!

Expecting and want to be informed?
Join my Pregnancy Yoga class for weekly birth prep topics
Or get in touch for one-on-one prenatal support options. ✨

17/07/2026

Birth Trauma Awareness Week 💜
My thoughts...

There are two types of people who seek birth doula support: those who have experienced birth trauma and the first-time parents who are hoping to avoid it.

Birth, like all of life's biggest transitions can be deeply transformative and beautiful. But for some, it can also be deeply traumatic.
Birth trauma isn't about not getting the "perfect" birth. Sometimes it results from devastating loss or unexpected emergencies that are unavoidable. But one of the most common avoidable causes of birth trauma is when the person giving birth doesn't feel safe, heard, respected, or feels that their choices are treated as an inconvenience.
Maternity care is working to reduce risk and prevent harm. Families want to be heard, informed, and involved in decisions about their care. Too often, these aims come into conflict.
Many families are left feeling they have two impossible choices: comply with recommendations that don't feel right for them or make decisions outside of guidance, risking judgement, isolation or even a breakdown in the support they receive.

How did we get here?
Patriarchy and medical misogyny have shaped women's healthcare for generations. Time and again reports into the state of maternity services identify the same recurring issue: women and families were not listened to.

When are we going to learn?
Women have the right to make informed decisions about their own bodies and their babies. Risk is personal. Healthcare is nuanced. One-size-fits-all care doesn't work.
Women shouldn't feel they have to agree to procedures they don't want in order to access maternity care. Equally, they shouldn't have to choose between following guidance and having a birth experience that aligns with their values.
Now, more than ever, we need compassionate, individualised maternity care built on trust, partnership, and informed choice.

Every family deserves to be heard. Every voice matters.

💜

13/07/2026

✨ Step away from the demands of everyday life and indulge in a day of pure relaxation.

Escape to the peaceful surroundings of Burmieston Farm & Steading, Perthshire and immerse yourself in our Day Retreat: Roots & Radiance. A wellness experience designed to restore balance, elevate your wellbeing, and leave you feeling renewed.

Your retreat includes:

🤍 Gentle Hatha Flow Yoga
🤍 Bespoke Reflexology by Holly Ainsley
🤍 Sensorial Head, Neck & Shoulder Massage by Hejira Reiki Master
🤍 Immersive Sound Bath (Saturday) or Reiki Meditation (Sunday)
🤍 A beautifully prepared seasonal lunch
🤍 Herbal teas, refreshments & snacks.

A day designed to help you slow down, recharge, and leave feeling calmer, lighter, and deeply restored.

Give yourself the luxury of time, stillness, and self-care for just £155. Spaces are limited so reserve your place today.

10% off early booking discount until the 30th July.
Comment RETREAT or DM for more details.

05/07/2026

✨ A little spotlight on one of the wonderful women joining us at our October Roots & Radiance Retreat... ✨

Meet Holly, our incredible reflexologist. Whether you join us for the day or the full weekend, you'll enjoy a 30-minute reflexology session with Holly as part of your retreat experience.

Holly began training in holistic therapies in 2000 and has since completed specialist training in maternity and fertility reflexology. She supports women through every stage of life, from early menstruation and pre-conception, through pregnancy and the postnatal period, to menopause and beyond.

Using reflexology to help balance hormones and support overall wellbeing, Holly's aim is to help each person achieve optimum health, whatever stage of life they're in. She also provides an inclusive, welcoming space and is proudly LGBTQ+ friendly.

💛 We can't wait for you to experience Holly's calming, restorative treatments as part of this year's retreat.

Day retreat spaces at out Roots & Radiance Retreat will open very soon! We can't wait to share this special experience with you.

07/06/2026

I had a wonderful Retreat Day yesterday in the Scottish Borders with my doula sisters from the 💛

We began the day with a cacao ceremony to open our hearts, followed by a sharing circle that set the tone for a day of connection, learning, and support.

We enjoyed an inspiring skills sharing session where Robyn generously shared some of her extensive knowledge of homeopathy, and Lucia introduced us to the wisdom of Rebozo. Honestly, every time I learn about Rebozo or Biomechanics for Birth, I discover something new. Each person brings their own unique perspective, knowledge, and skills, and I love how much we learn from one another.

Most of all, this was a day of genuine connection, support, and sharing, alongside some amazing food!

As a lone practitioner, I deeply appreciate being part of this network. It's so valuable to have a doulas I can turn to for knowledge, experience, and encouragement. As much as I support others, I am also held and supported in return.

Feeling grateful for this wonderful community. ✨

28/05/2026

My youngest is officially a teenager today!
I am now a mama of 2 adults and a teen.

Not quite sure where all that time went. Somehow it went so slow and unbelievably fast all at once.

What parenting wisdom do I have to share?

Honestly, no one has it all figured out, we are all just winging it.

But here are a few things I’ve learned along the way:

Listen to your intuition and your maternal instincts, they are your best guide. Listen to this above all other options and advice.

Find the courage to advocate for yourself and your child.

Your children are individuals with their own needs and temperament. You will parent each of your children a little differently due to this.

Parenting is hard, it will trigger every wound and flaw you have. Show yourself compassion as you grow as a person.

You will make mistakes. Apologise and show your children what accountability looks like.

Tell them you love them, show them you love them and make them feel like your love is not conditional to achievements or behaviour.

You will look back at the early days and years of parenthood with rose tinted glasses, forgetting how hard it was and remembering all the good bits.

So take lots of photos and make memories. Book the birthday party, the holiday, the day trip, do the thing and take the photos while you are there.

Enjoy the wild ride of parenthood, it doesn't stop and you can't get off, so you might as well enjoy it 😉

📷photo of my little one at just 2 weeks old.

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Old Aisle Road
Kirkintilloch
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Website

https://www.ashleyaitkenyoga.co.uk/

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