DTH 22: | Dance and pregnancy with special guest Ariyana

Dance To Heal

Creating life requires a tremendous amount of energy, and giving birth entails the release of that energy within. To say that a woman's body went through trauma is an understatement.

In this episode of Dance to Heal, Jenny sits with Ariyana on a discussion about a woman's journey to giving birth. From changes in the body during pregnancy to what happens after giving birth, this is a conversation for everyone - from expectant mothers to those who are trying to understand what is happening post-partum.

What to expect in this episode:

00:44 – Ariyana's credentials and "muggle vocation"

03:06 – Having twins and the changes in the body.

06:52 – Movement tips for pregnant women

09:53 – "It's time to slow down."

12:13 – Real talk on pregnancy.

16:20 – On urinary incontinence after giving birth.

19:56 – Don't beat yourself about it.

20:47 – Having a support system.

24:04 – Tips for new busy new moms.

26:44 – Checkout your local parks and recreation for free classes

27:40 – About lactation consultants and a support community

About Ariyana:

Ariyana is an Egyptian bellydance artist in Honolulu, HI. She delights audiences with her playful, engaging, and sensual live shows. Her experience with singing and live shows gives her the ability to connect with audiences and transport them to the land of Raqs Sharqi.

Ariyana began her bellydance journey in 2006. After moving to Tokyo, she started taking classes at Studio Lapis in 2010 with her teacher Gamila. She debuted in her first solo show in 2011 at Cutie Dream Nights Vol.2 by Maxim Entertainment. Gradually, she started dancing at restaurants and large events, such as Shoaa Event Planning's Amierat shows, and Maxim Entertainment's Oya-man show.

She continually studies Bellydance, Folklore, and other surrounding area dances of the MENATH with dancers and instructors from the culture to give a truly authentic dance experience.

Ariyana is Teacher Training Level 1 certified (Hadia) and won second place at the Tokyo International Bellydance Competition in 2014. She completed Professional Dance Training with Hadia in September 2014.

Connect with Ariyana:

Website: https://ko-fi.com/ariyanaraqs

Website: https://subscribepage.io/s0p6q1

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/ariyanabellydancer

YouTube: https://youtube.com/@AriyanaBellydancer
About Jenny Cohen:

Jenny C. Cohen is a breast cancer survivor, and it is her mission to help people who have been through the most debilitating, disfiguring, traumatic events like breast cancer to feel bold beautiful and full of life. Jenny believes in a world where everyone can dance to heal and feel safe in their bodies knowing they are created in beauty and perfection in spite of life happenings. She is an award-winning performer who healed through her D.I.S.C.O.V.E.R. process presented in the multi category best-selling book “Outside In Recovery: Dancing My Way Back to My Self after Breast Cancer."

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Connect with Jenny Cohen:

Websites: https://www.dancetohealpodcast.com/

https://www.jennyccohen.com/

https://www.outsideinrecovery.com

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/jennyccohen/

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