


This Four Day Retreat is an ode to all mothers to be. As we prepare to bring new life into this world, our body changes and so do we. Pregnancy is a unique state of being that undeniably transforms us.
Whether this is your first, second or fifth child – this retreat aims to provide the space for you to fully experience the magnitude of becoming a mother and everything that entails for you. A space where you can connect with yourself, your little one and other pregnant women, share stories and experiences, and move your body in a safe and nourishing way. A space where you take a step back from the endless baby prep to-do-lists and should- and shouldn’ts, to experience what is alive inside of your heart.
Expect nurturing prenatal yoga sessions, Yogic self-care practices for during and after birth, breathing techniques to relax your nervous system, reflective journaling exercise and restorative meditation and rituals at a gorgeous retreat farm in the Achterhoek.

Date: Friday February 27th (3 pm) – Monday March 2nd, 2025 (10 am)
Location: Erve De Strake, Winterswijk Huppel
Price of the Four Day Retreat:
Early bird (until 8/12/2025): shared room €700,- , private room €1275,-
Normal bird (from 9/12/2025): shared room €850,- , private room €1550,-

Hi, I’m Livia Benders – owner of One Day Retreats and new mother of my son Moos (born in April 2025).
15 years ago, I first stepped on a mat and it has become my home ever since. I have a curious mind, a love for exploring new worlds and a deep desire to bring about more connection in this world. In 2020 I got certified to share my love for yoga. In the past years I’ve been teaching strong Vinyasa flows, restorative Yin yoga classes. After discovering the healing power of the breath, I completed my breathwork teacher training in 2023 and started hosting breathwork circles.
Throughout my own pregnancy I started to teach pre- and postnatal yoga and fell in love with working with women in this special time of their lives. Throughout my pregnancy I would have loved to go on a prenatal retreat – but I haven’t been able to find one that resonates, so I decided to create it myself. I have been lucky enough to share my own prenatal journey with some incredible women in a monthly women’s circle – something I wish every mother-to-be could experience. The recognition, the community support, the shared laughs and tears made moving through this transitional phase so much easier. With this retreat I aim to facilitate just that.

I’m a mother of two beautiful daughters, Madelief and Feline. Pregnancy was a true revelation for me — an intense and transformative journey that brought me closer to trust, connection, and the incredible power of the female body. I discovered a primal strength within myself; birth felt like pure magic. Not only is a baby born, but a woman becomes a mother — a profound transformation that begins long before labor itself.
Inspired by my own birth experience, I chose to dedicate my work to guiding and supporting women through pregnancy and birth. For years, I’ve been teaching prenatal yoga, birth preparation, and offering coaching to expectant mothers and their partners. It’s a joy to witness them grow in confidence and connection as they prepare for parenthood.
I also specialize in coaching mothers to (re)find balance, trust, and joy in pregnancy and motherhood — free from stress or guilt. Every woman, every pregnancy, and every birth is unique. My mission is to help women reconnect with their strength, so they can approach this sacred transition with love and confidence.