Prenatal to post partum, Julia eased my mind all the way through. She helped me find the confidence and strength in myself that allowed me to make it through a precipitous labor without fear. She helped me reach my goals of an unmedicated and empowering birth. I truly hope I have the privilege of having her on my side for future pregnancies. read more

Julia is AMAZING! She came to my house and did a personalized session for me postnatal and it was a pleasure to chat with her, learn from her and move my body. She is gentle, knowledgeable and soooo caring. She held my new baby while I was doing my yoga/exercises so he wouldn't be fussy for our one hour session. A beautiful soul. Looking forward to sharing her contact with friends and family! read more

Julia is very helpful. Will Answer any questions. She is very knowledgeable. Very much a people person. Our experience as a couple with the dudela workshop was Amazing and the one on one yoga sessions were great. Julia has a way of communicating and teaching along with just making you feel so comfortable and so informative. It was an incredible experience and I believe the yoga sessions and work shop were well worth it and it's definitely something we can use in the future. Hands down great experience overall. read more

Exceptional workshop in every way. Julia has an extremely positive attitude backed up by an encyclopedia of knowledge. She explained the entire process with a very practical hands on approach that no online class can ever match. Highly recommended!! read more

When we found out that we were pregnant a few years ago, my girlfriend from work recommended that I try birth wisdom prenatal yoga with Julia. Being very new to pregnancy including all the stress, questions and milestones that is inherit with growing a baby, I decided to give it a shot. The prenatal yoga classes with Julia were extremely helpful for me especially with all the yoga modifications for my expanding belly. A typical class is run like so: Usually we do a check-in to see how all future mommies are doing and any comments, questions, stories to share. We move into the yoga practice thereafter which includes calming music, breath practices and checking in with your body and mind. Some of my favorite poses included hip openings and back stretches that I just don't normally take the time to do. At the end of class, we take a few moments to journal and write down anything that is on our mind. Overall, the prenatal classes were extremely helpful for me as it allowed me recognize that I wasn't alone in this journey. I developed friendships with other moms through the prenatal yoga classes and our children even do play dates together to this day. Once I completed the prenatal classes and had our baby boy, we enrolled in the postpartum classes. I believe at about six weeks post pregnancy I was able to bring my son in and practice yoga with other moms and their new babies. So much fun and so cute to see the babies in the yoga studio with us. The yoga itself is also modified and the format is similar in that we do a round table check-in and yoga practice. Don't stress, you can stop yoga practice to change your baby, feed your baby or whatever you need to do...no judgements. This past year, we were fortunate enough to have a second baby and we have since been going to the postpartum classes again. My daughter has enjoyed the classes and I love checking in with new moms as we share our parenting and baby stories. It really gives me permission and accountability to get out of the house and be around other people. Reduces any isolation and increases my socialization with others. Oftentimes I find myself being stuck at home with a new baby and forgetting that I have to take care of myself too! Any excuse to be out and about makes the day go by faster. Overall, a great experience for expectant mothers AND new mothers! I would recommend Birth Wisdom yoga to all my friends and family. Namaste. read more

See all

Julia is the creator of the only prenatal yoga that I know of that isn't just modified to keep women safe but is actually designed to make space for the baby during pregnancy and prepare the mother physically and spiritually for child birth, labor and becoming a mother. I was lucky enough to come across a birth wisdom yoga class very early in my pregnancy with my only son. After my first class I knew it was something I wanted to do as often as possible and that's when I came across Julia, her website and other classes that were offered in my area. I am so blessed that she happened to be local to me! But I was also surprised, I assumed the birth wisdoms were known world wide and common knowledge amongst the yoga community and throughout the world, they definitely should be! I received her book when I attended a class at the studio where she was teaching at the time. The affirmations, stories and journal prompts in her book are so empowering for women in embracing the journey of pregnancy and becoming a mother. The breath and the movements she teaches in her classes are not only what empowered me to feel confident in having a natural birth outside of the hospital with no interventions but they also allowed me to feel comfortable throughout my entire pregnancy even in the last days up until birth. I remember sleeping so well as long as I was consistent in my practice of the birth wisdom yoga. The days that I missed a class or a week or two of class I started to feel that I needed to practice again so I could continue to feel comfortable as my baby grew and so I could sleep well at night. I hired her for her partner workshop and she taught my sons dad and I so many valuable tools that got me through my natural labor, he was able to support me and help me through when before her workshop he had no knowledge of what I would need to be prepared and supported. Julia's wisdom as a doula and yoga instructor combine to make the perfect practice for women to have an empowered pregnancy, an empowered birth and to believe in the body's capabilities in growing and birthing life. I am so grateful that I was able to practice her yoga during my pregnancy and my smooth comfortable pregnancy and natural child birth were very much owed to her birth wisdoms that she teaches. I am forever grateful and so blessed to have come across this amazing woman who helps so many mothers prepare for birth and heal their bodies postpartum. What she teaches is not just prenatal and postpartum yoga, it is wisdom that should be known by all women! read more

Pelvic Floor Wisdom - Yoga Near Me - Sacramento, California

The Dudela was incredibly informative and helped me become more comfortable with my role as a birth partner. I learned about the birth process, when to know it's time to get to the hospital, and how I can help my wife have a more relaxed experience. Julia was open to answering all of my questions throughout the course. I think that all birth partners would benefit from taking the Dudela class. Julia is a positive and encouraging instructor, and I feel better prepared. read more

My husband and I took the "dudela" private class together. The dudela class is designed to help train your birth partner to be your doula in the birth room. I considered hiring a doula to be there with us in the birth room; however, we felt that if my husband could be very supportive, I would feel more comfortable with just him. My husband had been reading books and trying to prepare himself as best as possible; however, there is nothing like in-person training. And with COVID restrictions in place, in-person training options were limited. Thankfully, Julia still offered the dudela training with options for outdoor or indoor with masks. You can check out my husband's review just below mine (Sergio S.) to learn more about what the class covers. Now that our baby girl is here, I can honestly say that her teaching was vital. Sergio's ability to psychologically and physically support me was the only reason I was able to achieve the unmedicated birth that I wanted. I also took a few of the prenatal yoga classes with Julia. Given COVID restrictions, I was only able to take a few classes outdoors at the very end of my pregnancy. I also routinely practiced using her book and YouTube videos. Her safe guidance through different poses and birth wisdoms helped me to feel relaxed and in a better state of mind once I was actually ready to deliver our baby girl. read more

THE YOGA: I love Julia and Birth Wisdom Yoga. I stumbled across her website when I was looking for prenatal yoga closer to where I live (about 45 minutes from Folsom), and decided to give her class a try just to see if it would be worth the drive. Not only was it well worth the drive, I honestly would go more than twice a week if more classes were offered! Julia creates such a warm and welcoming environment and the class is truly a sanctuary amid the stress that can accompany pregnancy. She's so knowledgeable and helpful. The classes are healing and informative -- I haven't had any sciatic nerve pain since devoting myself to the exercises and stretches that she recommends. Her doula knowledge is so fully integrated into the yoga classes that I come out of each class not only invigorated but also more informed and empowered. The DUDELA TRAINING: My husband and I attended Julia's dudela training. He reports that the experience helped him feel comfortable assuming the role of an amateur doula and advocate. The class familiarized him with the effective strategies for comfort measures and support during (and before) labor. Importantly, he also got some great advice on what *not* to do and say during labor :) The class was a mix of discussion of tools that Julia has in her doula arsenal and hands-on practice with the different techniques. His confidence in his role for an active birth has greatly increased as has my comfort level in knowing that he now feels fully prepared to advocate for me and labor with me. read more

Started Birth Wisdom Yoga recently at 33 weeks pregnant. I wish started these classes earlier in my pregnancy. I feel great during and after the class. The classes make me feel calm and allow me to connect with my baby. I'm so glad I found this place! read more

I purchased Julia's book for my Prenatal Yoga teacher training. I gained SO MUCH VALUE that I've brought into my personal health, yoga practice, and teaching. I'm so grateful for her wisdom that she shares with fellow women. An angel on earth. read more

Pelvic Floor Wisdom - My book review for Julia. - Yoga Near Me - Sacramento, California

I loved this place. It was a sweet little sanctuary tucked on sutter street. Julia, the instructor very grounded and intuitive on her approach to prenatal yoga. For me I found to be comforting and healing. I had an amazing birth experience! My recovery was very short and I hardly experienced any postpartum blues. read more

I highly recommend Birth Wisdom Yoga with Julia Piazza. I did both pre-natal and post-natal yoga and cannot say enough good things, but here are some highlights: ~Julia is very knowledgeable about the the birthing process (she is a certified doula!) and about yoga positions that are optimal for pregnant and post-partum bodies, including special modifications for issues like sciatica, etc. ~She is also very nurturing and reassuring. ~She is non-judgmental so don't hesitate if you've never done yoga before or if you have and didn't like it. It's so good for your body and your mind, and for your baby, that it's worth taking a class with Julia. My guess is you'd come back for more after the experience! During my pregnancy, I had a lot of nausea and a few fears - Julia's pre-natal yoga class helped me with both. It was my place to get grounded, to focus on what a special time pregnancy was, to do something for me, to be in a quiet place and feel love and hope for my baby. I learned so much about how to be a good mother in that class, because in my opinion, it really starts with nurturing your own sense of equanimity. Birth Wisdom Yoga helped me develop a sense of myself as a mother, though journaling, talking with other women, through Julia's gems of wisdom, and through taking care of myself by doing yoga. After my pregnancy, it took me a while to feel strong or steady enough to do yoga again, but luckily, Julia was teaching a post-natal mommy & me yoga class, so I decided one day to go and spend it in child's pose if I must. It was a great decision. Julia really makes an effort to get to know the moms and babies, and to cultivate a sense of community through our shared experiences. I loved the sharing circle, just hearing about what other moms were going through or what their babies were doing really broke the isolation of suddenly being home all day with a non-verbal baby! And Julia coached me through poses that really helped some issues I was having with my back, which was so vital at a time when I was constantly bending down and picking up the baby! The best part for me, other than the physical benefits of yoga, was seeing how much my baby enjoyed being in the yoga class and watching me stretch and hold poses. He was overjoyed when Julia would pick him up and carry him around the room as she directed the class. They don't call her the "Baby Whisperer" for nothing! JULIA IS MAGIC! She really calms babies and they just love her. read more

Julia was such a huge part of my second pregnancy. Not only did her book help me with poses to remain physically comfortable throughout my pregnancy but her in-home visit to help me prepare for birth reminded me just how capable I was as a woman to do what I was made to do. I felt so loved throughout the whole process. I highly recommend her classes and her book! P.S. Her exercises work after birth to help heal your pelvic floor! You can tell that she truly cares. read more

I own a yoga studio where many pregnant women attend. Recently I attended a pre-natal training with the author of the book BirthWisdomYoga and found it invaluable for the teacher who has many different levels of students in the class and pregnant mommies. The information in this so important and takes all the mystery out of how to teach to and modify poses in a class or private setting. My best advise is take the 4 day intensive training, coupled with her book and you will be fully prepared to support the pregnant moms in yoga poses! read more

Julia is a highly educated and experienced yoga practitioner who LOVES to share her wisdom with women of all ages and stages of pregnancy and postpartum. I have taken at least a dozen of her prenatal classes and can honestly say it has enhanced my pregnancy experience so much. I barely have any aches and pains and this is my fourth pregnancy! I apply her teachings at home every day to ward off back and hip pain. After baby I plan on switching to her pelvic floor workshops to better understand the proper techniques for strengthening this area. Her book is also amazing and reviews everything we learn in class with pictures, descriptions and journaling wisdom. All in all Julia is da bomb! read more

Julia is amazing! Her prenatal yoga and birth partner workshop are the only two things you need to prepare for the birth of your baby! In prenatal yoga she prepares your body and mind. She will teach you how to trust in yourself and how to trust in birth. In the birth partner workshop she gives your partner all the tools he/she will need to support you during labor! Julia is honestly one of the most supportive and caring people you will ever know! She has created a warm and inviting space for moms-to-be. A place where they can share and support each other. I am so happy I found her while I was pregnant with my daughter and again with my son! read more

Julia is such an amazing person who shares her gifts through her classes and prenatal TT. The experience of prenatal TT allowed me to understand what it really means to let go and create/hold space for myself in order to hold space for others. Thank you Julia for offering this gift to the world! I truly use the birth wisdoms in my everyday life (and I am not a mama, yet!) read more

Julia is truly something special. I took Julia's prenatal Yoga class with my first baby and once he was born, continued on to the postpartum class. Prenatal- great for anyone who is pregnant, at any stage of pregnancy. Julia modifies as needed for everyone, and for any skill level. Julia's background as a doula means she is able to provide a unique experience of yoga and preparing for labor. When I was in labor, I could hear Julia's voice guiding me to the next position my body should go to to make myself comfortable. I was on the fence about an un medicated birth and her class really empowered me to feel like I could do it. She is also supportive of those who chose medicated births, which I ended up having. Postpartum- this such a special class. Mamas bring their babies and Julia flows through a routine while the babies lay on blankets, or sleep in car seats. If one gets fussy, Julia picks the baby up so mom can keep going with her practice. No need to worry about if your baby cries, or needs changing.... everyone is in the same boat and its no big deal. It's a safe place to share mom experiences and ask questions. Julia has created something truly special in her classes. read more

I sought out prenatal yoga during my first pregnancy in 2015 and it was truly a gift. Julia creates a warm, comforting, and nurturing environment like no other. I never felt judged or pressured to make a certain decision. Julia lets you know all your option and encourages you to be an advocate for your body. It was truly the only time for me focus on me and my baby. I started at about 15weeks all the way to when my water broke at class! Shortly after, I went to a couple of postnatal classes. I ended up having a c-section and Julia assured me that I did everything I could do and it was the right choice. Two years later for my 2nd pregnancy, I signed up for a semi-private class with a friend for a Birth partner and "Dudela" Training class. Although, it was my second pregnancy I wanted to try an intimate and alternative class (vs. those offered by the hospital) with my husband. I valued everything I learned in prenatal yoga and want my husband to experience it for himself. It truly opened up both of our perspectives and increased our confidence in each other this time around. He is not one to practice yoga or alternative medicine but after this class, he understood the reason behind certain poses and encourages us to practice together. I truly wish I was able to attend more prenatal class this time around, but with work and a toddler, it would be a miracle. Julia is always available and returns my messages quickly when I have any questions, concerns, or need reassurance. I HIGHLY RECOMMEND JULIA for any part of this season of life. read more

I highly recommend Julia piazza for yoga classes. I took a healing meditation class from her a couple years ago. I walked away from class feeling lighter emotionally and more fit than I've felt in many years. A safe place to heal. A warm and loving atmosphere. A place to work hard. A place to connect with your inner voice. Thank you Julia for a great experience. read more

I first met Julia over three years ago when I was pregnant with my first child and attended her weekly prenatal yoga classes. She's such a kind and warm person and the yoga classes were awesome and helpful in preparing/empowering me physically and mentally for my birth (and all the growing pains involved with growing a child). I also bought her book and my husband and I took a class with her to prepare for the birth. Some of the yoga movements I had done regularly in class were so useful for pain management during the labor and I'm very thankful that I had Julia's teachings and wisdom ingrained in me during such a huge life-experience! I recently did a private pelvic floor yoga instruction with Julia and I'm glad I did that too. Her exercises and expertise in the field make me feel confident in getting my body prepared not only for another child someday but for a lifetime of healthy pelvic floor muscles. :) read more

Julia has an amazing wealth of knowledge when it comes to prenatal yoga, pelvic floor health and guiding mommas to help "own their birth" so they can embrace their version of a beautiful labor and birth experience. I am so grateful to have done her prenatal yoga certification 6 weeks before my due date. I feel much more confident and ready for birth and only wish I had this knowledge sooner! The Birth Wisdom Book is a gem. It's not only full of great info and has a beautiful layout but encourages the momma to dive deep with the journal prompts. It'd make a great gift for yourself or a momma to be. read more

Julia was a godsend after my pregnancies. I took her post natal classes and brought my daughter with me. It was such a savior! She is so kind and thoughtful in her classes & without her I would not have been able to get any yoga in. It was one of my favorite memories with my daughter when she was little . I teach yoga myself and refer all my pregnant mama friends to her, there's just no one better. I also took her teacher training workshop "keeping pregnant women safe in vinyasa classes" and have found it incredibly useful in my own teaching. There's just no one quite as knowledgeable, thoughtful and compassionate. Do yourself a favor and go see her! read more

Julia is amazing!! I am a yoga teacher myself and I started taking Julia's prenatal classes as soon as I found out I was pregnant. She offers so much more than just a prenatal yoga class, she incorporates all of her birth wisdom into her classes. I used everything I learned from her classes during my labor and now I bring my 2 month old son to her postpartum class. She is very knowledgeable about yoga, pregnancy, childbirth and babies. I cannot say enough about how much she has meant to me. Her classes offer a safe space for mommies-to-be and new mammas to share and connect with one another. I highly recommend Julia for both prenatal and postpartum yoga, Sacramento is lucky to have her!!! read more

I am a huge fan of Julia and Birth Wisdom Yoga! Both the prenatal and postpartum classes are so much more than just yoga...they are a place to connect with other mamas, share experiences, let go of stresses and embrace pregnancy and motherhood. Julia is a wonderful teacher and mentor. As a mother of three, yoga instructor and doula, she brings so much knowledge to each class in a way that is non-judgmental and nurturing. She makes each new mama feel welcomed, and her birth affirmations help each mama feel empowered to own their birth experience! I highly recommend Julia's Birth Wisdom workshop for extra encouragement and guidance in preparing for labor. My husband and I found it very informative and more personal than the classes we took through Sutter and Kaiser. Julia also left us with a binder full of information and resources for us to refer to on our own leading up to the delivery. I even took it to the hospital! I truly believe our natural birth experience would not have been possible without all of the preparation and support from Julia in prenatal classes and the workshop. It's exciting to have "graduated" from the prenatal to postpartum classes. Julia really fosters a "mommy and me" environment for new mamas get some exercise, relax their minds and connect with their babies. I leave each class feeling so much love and gratitude for Birth Wisdom Yoga! read more

I had the opportunity to take Julia's Birth Wisdom Yoga training and we dissected this book and learned so much from it. She is really dedicated to the research to keeping pregnant women safe. She holds such a sacred space for pregnant women and the women in the training circle. It was such an amazing experience. I highly recommend her book as well- "Birth Wisdom Yoga Remedies & Journal: A Complete Prenatal Yoga Flow and Guide for the Beginner to Advanced". I can't say enough good things about this book and the beautiful author of it! :)This book is beautifully written. This is so helpful no matter what stage of pregnancy you find this book in. Even if you are further along, I recommend picking up this book and going through the poses and journal prompts. The Journal entries and affirmations are so beautiful and strong. This book really allows space to begin to find motherhood in all its glory. read more

I feel so overwhelmed with gratitude for having the chance to experience Birth Wisdom Yoga Teacher Training with Julia! The four days of training truly cracked my heart wide open and I feel so full of knowledge, love and confidence. I wish every woman with or without children, pregnant or not pregnant, could experience Julia's training and classes. She truly is "bringing women back to their power." And my hope is that I can do my very best to continue her teachings! read more

As a studio owner who offers yoga teacher trainings Julia offers wisdom that is so valuable for yoga teachers. I also recommend her book to our students who are expecting as a tool to help them on their yoga journey during their pregnancy and after. read more

What a fantastic experience! I have done both pre and postnatal yoga with Julia and I could not have been happier. She is such an amazing yoga instructor and makes every part of the experience enjoyable. I especially love the postnatal yoga because it was a great way to ease back into exercising and you get to bring your baby!! Julia was so sweet with my first baby that I signed up with baby #2 two years later. Both my babies loved yoga class as well. They were fascinated by the other babies and strange mommy poses. It was a great bonding experience. Julia is also the baby whisperer. She will help soothe your baby during class and the babies love her! I think the best part was getting to know the other mamas and making wonderful friendships! I highly recommend Julia and her yoga classes!! read more