I Heart Mama is a group fitness program for low-income new mothers. I Heart Mama supports them in their efforts to be strong and healthy so that they can be the best parents they can be. We meet moms “where they are at” by partnering with agencies that are frequented by low-income mothers and their babies or toddlers.

Just as every mother’s wish is to have a healthy and happy baby, every baby would wish to have a healthy and happy mom. A healthy mom is happier, has more energy to keep up with a scooting tot, and will have the longer life span to see her baby grow far into adulthood.

So Calling All Moms! Whether your little one is a newborn or a cruiser, your first child or your fourth, motherhood is a time of both delight and challenge. It can be a period of tight-rope walking, where women try hard to strike the right balance of caring for their babies and caring for themselves. Moms can show themselves and their babies some love and attention by getting their sweat on with I Heart Mama!

The workouts are wonderful in so many ways. They are gentle but fast paced to get heart rates going. In addition to increasing cardiovascular fitness, the exercises aim to improve strength, increase flexibility and relieve tension. And there is no need to find childcare! The babies remain at their mothers’ sides, and are engaged in stimulating songs, touch and visuals.

Expand you Heart, Mama, and your Mind and Spirit will follow!