NEW water-based exercise classes for mums and mums-to-be are set to launch in Swindon.

WaterBumps lessons will begin at the Swim Centre, Hobley Drive, from the first week in January.

The aquatic classes are specially structured to help expectant parents better prepare for child birth physically, mentally and emotionally, as well as improving the likelihood of a positive birthing experience.

WaterBumps is the sister company of infant swimming specialists Water Babies which has taught thousands of babies, toddlers and their carers across Gloucestershire and North Wiltshire since 2006.

Now they are expanding into pre and post-natal exercise sector led by mother-of-two Heather Box, who has been a Water Babies teacher for 10 years and Claire Southworth, the owner of Water Babies Gloucestershire and North Wiltshire.

Swindon-based Heather, 33, who is also a former fitness instructor, said: “We are really excited about bringing something new and really beneficial to all mums-to-be in Swindon.

“I would have really liked these classes when I was pregnant. It’s really important for mums to look after themselves during pregnancy.

“I would have been a lot less stressed than I was, particularly with my first one, when I had a lot of problems with high blood pressure. WaterBumps really helps with your physical health and wellbeing.”

There will be a taster class the week before the launch. To find out more visit www.waterbumps.co.uk.