How & Why I Prioritize Movement
Nine years into this mothering gig and there’s still much for me to learn. Despite that, most days feel relatively smooth and peaceful in our house. Of course, we have our bad days and tantrums. But, most of the time we’ve got a rhythm that works for all of us. A...
Best Nursing Positions For Core Health
Nursing can take a toll on the body. The constant rounding of the shoulders, holding the baby in your arms, and sitting or lying awkwardly can create strain in the body. If you have an abdominal separation (diastasis recti) or pelvic floor issues, nursing can add to...
Side Sleeper? How To Prevent Hip Pain While Sleeping
Many women experience hip pain while sleeping, or upon waking. This short video tutorial shares how to prevent hip pain while side sleeping. Not a side sleeper? Head here for tips on preventing hip and back pain when sleeping on your back. How To Prevent Hip Pain...
How To Protect Your Core When Picking Things Up
One truth of parenting…you are always picking things up! The way you pick things up can either help, or hurt, your core strength, back health, and diastasis recti healing. In this post, I’m sharing simple movement tips to protect your core (and back) when picking...
Dos and Don’ts After C-Section Birth
Childbirth is extraordinary; you finally get to meet the baby who has been growing inside you. At the same time, birthing a child also brings significant changes to your body—especially for mothers who give birth by C-section. After a cesarean section, you’ll need...
4 Diastasis Recti Myths
Last week I shared four things you probably didn't know about diastasis recti, and this week I'm sharing four common diastasis recti myths...that just aren’t true. Let's dive in. What is Diastasis Recti? Diastasis recti is a separation of the abdominals. It happens...
4 Little-Known Diastasis Recti Facts
Today I am sharing little-known diastasis recti facts (abdominal separation). Let's dive in. What is Diastasis Recti? Diastasis Recti is a separation of the abdominal muscles, particularly your rectus abdominis - or your six-pack abs. During pregnancy, those muscles...
Best Pelvic Floor Trainers
If you are in a hurry and just want our top pick for best pelvic floor trainer, we recommend the Elvie Trainer Exerciser. Pelvic floor trainers, or kegel trainers, are unique and intimate exercise tools that allow you to strengthen your pelvic muscles and achieve...
Why Hip Openers Are NOT The Solution To Tight, Achy Hips
Some of the most common (and beloved!) poses in yoga include traditional hip openers...but these poses may not be serving your post-baby body. Read below (or watch the video) to understand why! As a new yoga teacher I LOVED putting people into some long hip openers....