Clinical Pilates during Pregnancy in Charneca de Caparica

Mindful pregnancy

Clinical Pilates during Pregnancy in Charneca de Caparica

No idea how your body will feel?

Prepare your body and mind through scientifically-based breathing and relaxation techniques, promoting emotional control and a more peaceful birthing experience.

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Who it is for

Clinical Pilates during Pregnancy in Charneca de Caparica

From the 1st trimester

You can start after the 1st-trimester scan and with your doctor’s approval.

Preparing your body

Exercises adapted to each stage of pregnancy, based on the available evidence.

Small groups

A maximum of 3 pregnant women per class, so each one gets the attention she needs.

Or one-to-one, as a couple

In one-to-one sessions, the person who will be with you at the birth can join and learn their role.

How it works

  1. AssessmentA physiotherapist carries out a specialised, individual assessment before you start.
  2. FormatOne-to-one or in a group (maximum 3), at the time and frequency that suit you best.
  3. Adapted sessionsThe exercises follow each stage of pregnancy and how you feel at each moment.
  4. Preparing for birthThe work is designed to prepare your body to welcome your baby and for the birth.

Request an assessment

Send us your request. We will get in touch to confirm availability and arrange a time.

  • Reply within 48 working hours
  • With a physiotherapist
  • One-to-one or in a group (max. 3)

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Frequently asked questions

When can I start?

Start after the first trimester ultrasound and medical recommendation.

What are the session times?

Choose the schedule and frequency that suits you best. Contact us.

How will I know if Pilates is right for me?

Before starting Clinical Pilates during pregnancy, you will undergo a specialized assessment by an individualized physical therapist, so that you can prepare your body to welcome your baby and prepare for childbirth.

Are the sessions individual or in groups?

It can be individual or in a group. The individual format allows your birth partner to be with you so that they can also play a leading role in the birth of your baby, learning about their active role in positioning and care according to each stage of labor.

In order for us to provide all the care and attention you deserve during pregnancy, there is a limit (maximum 2) on the number of participants per group class.

I have another question. How can I reach you?

Send us a request using the form on this page or message us on WhatsApp. We reply within 48 working hours.

Inês Sousa

Physiotherapist

Inês Sousa has been a qualified physiotherapist since 2019. Throughout her career, she has focused her training and clinical practice on Women’s Health and Clinical Pilates during pregnancy and the postpartum period.

She has also completed further training in the management of temporomandibular joint disorders and manual therapy.

At MaterClinic®, she provides individualised support, taking the time to understand each woman’s needs and develop an intervention suited to her goals and current stage of life.

Miguel Teixeira

IAIM Certified Infant Massage Instructor

As a father of four girls and one boy, Miguel Teixeira was inspired by his own experience of parenthood to deepen his understanding of the relationship and communication between parents and babies.

He completed certified Infant Massage Instructor training with the International Association of Infant Massage.

At MaterClinic®, he teaches parents how to massage their babies while respecting each baby’s individual cues and rhythm. The massage is performed by the parents themselves, creating an opportunity for closeness, discovery and greater confidence in their relationship with their baby.

Inês Barbosa Gouveia

Physiotherapist

Inês Barbosa Gouveia is a physiotherapist who graduated from Egas Moniz School of Health. She has completed further training in pelvic rehabilitation and APPI-certified Clinical Pilates Matwork.

Her clinical experience includes musculoskeletal physiotherapy, pelvic rehabilitation and Clinical Pilates.

At MaterClinic®, she begins with an individual assessment to understand each person’s needs, establish realistic goals and develop an intervention plan suited to their condition and everyday life.

Cláudia Agostinho

Specialist Nurse in Maternal and Obstetric Health and Founder of MaterClinic®

Cláudia Agostinho is a mother of four and also has a stepdaughter. Motherhood deepened her commitment to caring for others and brought greater clarity to the professional path she wanted to follow.

After specialising in Maternal and Obstetric Health Nursing, she founded MaterClinic®, a healthcare space created to support families through knowledge, personal care and respect for their choices.

She is also a Breastfeeding Counsellor, holds a postgraduate specialisation in the Psychology of Pregnancy and Parenthood, and has completed training as a GentleBirth instructor. These qualifications form part of a professional journey guided by one constant question: what evidence supports the guidance we give to families?

She is currently completing a programme in Evidence-Based Practice, further developing her skills in research, critical appraisal and the application of scientific literature. This enables her to assess the quality of health information independently and translate scientific knowledge into clear, rigorous guidance and educational content adapted to the reality of each family.

Through her clinical practice, she helps parents understand their children’s needs and trust their own ability to make decisions. She believes that reliable information, careful listening and individualised support allow each family to find the answers that work for them, with greater confidence and autonomy.