"Michelle
Maniaci was an absolute favorite instructor during her years at Isis
Maternity, where she taught prenatal yoga and belly dancing classes.
Our clients always commented on her expertise, her constant upbeat
attitude and her encouraging advice. Michelle helped women gain not
only strength and flexibility during their pregnancies but also self-confidence. She is irreplaceable and we miss her dearly." Chris J. Director of Childbirth Education and Provider Relations at Isis Maternity.
�I enjoyed Michelle�s classes tremendously. They will be a positive memory in my pregnancy � Michelle�s generous spirit, warmth, and passion for prenatal yoga and the birthing process came through in every class and I always left feeling relaxed, healthy, and vibrant, filled with love and positive energy. I will really miss your classes - they were definitely one of the highlights of my pregnancy. And I learned so much from you and was so thankful that I encountered your classes. Anyone who takes classes from you during their pregnancy is blessed and in great hands! I particularly liked the belly
dancing and the foot massages!� Sarah W.
�The yoga class was a great time for relaxation during my pregnancy. I learned how to prepare the different muscles for pregnancy and labor. The breathing exercises made my whole labor experience better. Michelle�s classes are excellent - always different. She gives special attention to what you are feeling that day or week. I especially enjoyed the great massages during final relaxation.� Suzel B.
�Michelle�s gentle exuberance and openness will set you at ease and help you to relax. This is a perfect remedy for expectant mothers and their often apprehensive partners.� James S.
"The times I've been able to be in the prenatal yoga I have felt truly blessed. I am able to immediately relax and be surrounded by a "peace bubble" forgetting about the many things I have to do and take care of. It's trully a time for me and the new baby to come. This being my second baby, sometimes I forget that I am bringing a new human being into the world and participating in the classes reminds me of it and helps me appreciate the great opportunity I have of being a mom. Thanks for all your thoughts, the research you share with us, and for
giving us an hour and a half of inner peace." Morella P.
�I love that I am able to have my baby there to watch me exercise. There is also specific bonding time that is set aside for the babies whether it�s massage or play time. Michelle helps us strengthen our bodies but also works to pamper our spirit. We leave the class rejuvenated and ready to take on the week.� Ruth & Mena E.
�Michelle�s class has been fantastic for me and has truly taught me to "let go" and concentrate on my little one and focusing on her strength and health and how much of my health and strength is related to hers. When I had the bleeding and had to go to the hospital for observation, I truly felt that having taken your class and the positive attitude you instilled in all of us helped me while at the hospital - just focusing on my little one and that she was healthy and strong. I've told you that even my husband was surprised at how calm I was, so I'm hoping that that will transition for me when I go into labor. I practice the "shimmy's," the figure eights, and my breathing in the shower and at other times, even if it's just a few times a day. Especially after the last class, when I can't believe that I fell asleep during shivasana, you've also really taught not only me, but all of us who have taken your class, the importance of letting go - which is really valuable. Not only the letting go both physically, but emotionally of things that may bother us during our day at work before class and in general. I know that I've at least taken some of the letting go away with me from class, and I do think that my attitude has become more positive because I know that I'm transmitting that positiveness/energy to this little one. So for all these things, I thank you tremendously Michelle!� Krishna B.
"Throughout my pregnancy, I have looked forward to Michelle's uplifting and empowering yoga class every week. I know that her class will help enable me to have the positive birth experience I am seeking." Sarah T.
�Thank you for being so supportive and wonderful. You have given so much to so many new moms. Your love and warmth and support meant so much to me during my pregnancy, and beyond. Thank you for your love and kindness.� Jeannie S.
�I attended your Prenatal Yoga class yesterday and wanted you to know that I thoroughly enjoyed it! Not only do you know Yoga but you know Physiology, and it makes a big difference for us in Pregnancy...� Faith D.
�Michelle's yoga training brings a different perspective to our class that I really enjoy.� Chantal C.
�Michelle always lead a wonderful, relaxing stretch. I appreciate the
visuals she offered during warm-up.� Stefani B.
�I love Michelle's personal touch and individual feedback. Really gentle ladies.� Traci P.
�I enjoyed your classes tremendously. They will be a positive memory in my pregnancy - your generous spirit, warmth, and passion for prenatal yoga and the birthing process came through in every class and I always left feeling relaxed, healthy, and vibrant and filled with love and positive energy. I will really miss your classes - they were definitely one of the highlights of my pregnancy. And I learned so much from you and was so thankful that I encountered your classes. Anyone who takes classes from you during their pregnancy is blessed and in great hands! I particularly liked the belly dancing and the foot massages!� Sarah W.
�Michelle was an inspirational teacher from the moment I met her.
Yoga classes were always open to birth experience discussions and
after class Michelle always made time to talk to Mommys-to-be, giving us her undivided attention, book recommendations, personal experiences and support. Outside of the "classroom" Michelle encouraged me to focus on myself and helped me to "just watch" my toddler experience life, preparing him and me for the new baby that was quickly approaching. I will miss Michelle in Boston and cherish the time that we spent getting to know each other.� Nicole
�I really loved Michelle�s yoga classes-- she has a wonderful warm way with people, and so genuinely loves what she does. She is a fabulous woman! Thanks so much for sharing your warmth and wisdom with all of us mamas.� Divya K.
�Last evening was memorable to me in many ways. I was
grateful to be in the presence of other mothers carrying their babies. I enjoyed the visualization, movement and breathing. The visualization helped me to set positive expectations and build my confidence as I tried to envision my baby. It also deepened my connection with the life and spirit of my baby inside me. Thanks for your facilitation and creative energy. I hope to see everyone again.� Nandini V.
�I absolutely enjoyed the art exercises, the dancing and the joyous spirit you created for everyone there. I was on hospitalized bed rest later in the summer and had my baby arrive a little over 3 months early! Needless to say I was completely absorbed in making daily, multiple visits to the NICU for 4 months. However, because of attending your class I used drawing with crayons as a creative way to spend time while on bedrest. Our little boy is now home, well,
healthy and vibrant! Wishing you all the best in all that you put your heart in to doing!� Nandini V.
�I asked for some time to push to see if I could deliver vaginally and she luckily listened to me. She gave me three hours to push and I pushed for 2:55! I have to say that I think all the prenatal yoga was a huge reason that I was able to push for as long as I did and as effectively as I did. The breathing that we practiced was so helpful, without it I definitely would have ended up having a c-section. Thank you for all your advice over the last few months. Yoga class was such a great escape for me, I loved going and concentrating on me and my little one.� Emily D.
