Yoga for mothers - restorative, gentle exercises for women after giving birth These Yoga for mothers classes are for people who have given birth recently - from a couple of months up to even years ago. The main focus of the classes is restorative exercises for the core muscles, for the muscles of the pelvic floor and in addition mental, emotional and physical well being. I find it important to also offer stress release techniqes that are simple and easy enough to do daily, incorporating it into the busy life of a parent with a small baby or toddler.