You know sleep is super-important. You’ve heard all about how fatigue can affect everything from cognitive function to cravings. You get it, you need sleep. But what if you’re still getting up for multiple night feedings? What if you’ve got a not-so-great napper? That’s why today’s post is all about realistic ways to get more…
There’s really no way to be totally prepared for postpartum, right? There were definitely times where I felt like I was living in someone else’s body. Returning to (or starting) a postpartum fitness routine can feel a little overwhelming. And one of the things that surprised me the most-especially in the beginning- was how weak…
Breathing seems pretty easy, right? Most of the time we’re not even paying attention to it happening. So what exactly is the connection breath? And why is it so important for helping the function of your core and pelvic floor postpartum? There’s more to your core than just abs… When you think of your “core”,…
Are you new mom struggling with emotional eating at home, or while you’re at work? Deep down, you probably know that you’re not genuinely hungry, but you snack anyway! Settling into motherhood and navigating all of the emotional and physical changes going on, not to mention the stresses of everyday life can really do a…
Did you experience lower back pain during pregnancy? What about pelvic girdle pain? Are you still experiencing postpartum pelvic pain even months after having your baby? I had some pretty significant pelvic girdle pain, specifically around my pubic symphysis, which is the joint right at the front of the pelvis. For me, it basically felt…
Yesterday we talked about your pelvic floor and all of the important jobs it holds (literally!!) Your pelvic floor is responsible for controlling bladder and bowel function. The muscles of your pelvic floor also help to keep all of your organs inside. These muscles also help with stabilization, working with your diaphragm, and other abdominal…
Before I was pregnant, I didn’t give much thought to bladder leakage problems or issues with pelvic pain. I mainly associated that with the commercials I saw for older women wearing “adult diapers”…Needless to say, I didn’t know how important it would be to get to know my pelvic floor. Cut to me in the…
Can’t get enough fruits and veggies in your meals? Smoothies are a great way to pack ’em in a quick and easy breakfast or snack. If you’re not a huge fan of greens, you can toss some into your smoothie without messing with your flavor too much. Get wild! ha… It’s been 80+ degrees that…
If you’re a new mom, you are probably still getting used to being responsible for a small human. You may also be trying to figure out how to survive on little sleep and a lot of coffee. (we can sleep when they go to college, right?) So getting back into a fitness program may…
As moms (and really, as women in general), we see lots of mixed messages about what we should be doing with our bodies. It’s so easy to let outside influences dictate our personal health and fitness goals. “Get your pre-baby body back in 8 weeks or less!” “You shouldn’t worry about losing weight.” “Flatten that…
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