by cmiddlebrooks | Jan 20, 2022 | Core Health, Postpartum Health
In today’s post, I’m sharing a simple 3-part formula for healing diastasis recti (abdominal separation) and strengthening core muscles. This framework is the foundation of the Heal Your Core With Yoga program. If you feel like you’ve been doing the right things...
by cmiddlebrooks | May 3, 2021 | Core Health, Movement Tips
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...
by cmiddlebrooks | Apr 6, 2021 | Movement Tips, Core Health, Postpartum Health
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...
by cmiddlebrooks | Mar 23, 2021 | Postpartum Health, Core Health
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...
by cmiddlebrooks | Feb 7, 2021 | Core Health, Postpartum Health
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...
by cmiddlebrooks | Jan 28, 2021 | Core Health, Postpartum Health
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,...
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