Pregnancy Belly Dance and Origins, Roots in Childbirth, Interesting Facts

1. Belly Dance is the oldest form of dance.

2. Belly Dance originated as a folk dance, fertility dance, and birth dance designed to celebrate women.

3. It is the original form of childbirth preparation as it mirrors the movements the body naturally utilizes for birthing.

The Maniaci method of belly dance is safe, gentle, and a very effective form of fitness, movement therapy and childbirth preparation to support a woman's femininity, pregnancy, labor, childbirth, and postpartum recovery. Michelle has created movement programs that offer the highest degree of safety and benefit, as some belly dance movements are contraindicated and unsafe for pregnancy. Please contact Michelle for more information at 305.206.2229 or birthdance@gmail.com