and birth preparation that has many unique ben- ReFeReNceS:
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Through belly dance women cultivate a deeper Belly Dance For Pregnancy and Birth. Midwife-
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al birthing ability, and prepare physically, emo- Belly dance teacher, performer, and writer. Co-
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current evidence based medicine for the needs
of modern women. Belly dance can be done Al Musa, Maha, originated Belly Dance For
anywhere at any time, all you need is your body. Birth. Doula and author of first ever belly dance
It can be done with a friend or with your baby. for pregnancy and labor book entitled Dance Of
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tal exercise, injury prevention, holistic physical
therapy, and birth preparation. Her mission is Morocco. International Mid-eastern dancer,
to educate and empower women and educa- teacher, writer, and historian for over 40+ years.
tors with safe, effective, holistic, and integrative
www.casbahdance.org via email.
forms of exercise and childbirth preparation.
The book will highlight benefits of the Nurtur- Portia Lange, History of mid-eastern dance.
ing Moves approach. It will also share pregnant International Belly Dancer, Owner of Belly Mo-
women’s insights and teachers perspectives tions, Coral Gables, Fl
who have been using the Nurturing Moves. Mi-
chelle will begin offering professional courses Pre-Natal Exercise Guidelines. American Col-
in 2010 for physical therapists and a teacher lege of Obstetrics and Gynecology.
training for yoga, belly dance, midwives, dou-
las, childbirth educators, and fitness teachers
interested in integrating the Nurturing Moves
approach for women.
ABOUt the AUthOR
Michelle Maniaci, Licensed Physical Therapist,
Integrative Yoga Therapist, Dance Teacher.
Pre/Post Natal Movement Specialist
www.nurturingmoves.com
“I’m a physical therapist with a lot of enthusi-
asm... to bring integrity to the dance, this sacred
dance that has transformed my life. Not just
while I was pregnant but especially now as a
mother and professional.”
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