African dance is a fun way to keep fit during pregnancy – and beyond! By using African dance throughout your pregnancy, you can greatly enhance your childbearing experience by strengthening the bond between you and your baby.

Yoga comes from the Greek term "yoke," which means to connect. Yoga enhances your life and your pregnancy experience in a way similar to African dance. Both help by teaching you how to focus inward and connect with the growing spirit within your womb and focus less on how greatly your body and life are changing. The combination of African dance and yoga can be one of the most enjoyable experiences you have throughout your pregnancy.

African dance is done barefoot to allow for greater contact with the earth. However, if you feel more comfortable in shoes, please wear them. Wear loose, comfortable clothing that allows you to move freely. Have plenty of room in which to move around. Own the space around you, and have fun with the movement!

Before you begin dancing, you'll need to find some music. When looking for music think: Drums! Drums! Drums! Popular and easy to find are CDs produced by Mickey Hart of the Grateful Dead. Some titles include The World, Planet Drum and At the Edge.

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