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Returning to Exercise Postpartum: The 6 Week Myth

Do you have questions about what exercise you can do 6 weeks postpartum? What about before 6 weeks, can you exercise? It depends…but check out this post for some introductory information

Weight Gain During Pregnancy: What is “Normal”?

What is normal weight gain for one is not necessarily normal for another. You should never let numbers dictate your “success” or “failure”. Read on for more about why “normal” isn’t always normal!

You Time: Why Self-Care Isn’t Selfish

Hey momma…when was the last time you took a deep breath and looked after you? Want some simple ideas for self-care that don’t require a huge time commitment…read on!

I’m Busy! Finding the Time to Exercise as a Mom

Mommas you are busy! Keeping life going, running a household, working, keeping the kiddos alive…or some combination of the above. So how do you fit exercise in? Take a read for my simple tips!

Postpartum Body Image: Give Yourself Grace

After having a baby the pressure to lose the baby weight is all around us. It can come from the TV, social media, magazines, family members or friends and the general public. Regardless of where the pressure comes from the message is usually the same…you must fix or improve your body postpartum. What if…instead ofContinue reading “Postpartum Body Image: Give Yourself Grace”

A C-Section and Returning to Exercise…What You Should Know

A C-Section is a major abdominal surgery, but that doesn’t mean that you are at a complete standstill with your exercise. Take a look at a couple things you can do in the early days post C-Section on your road to recovery.

How the Body Heals Postpartum

Over the course of your pregnancy your body goes through many changes, but these changes don’t stop just because your baby is in your arms. Even postpartum your body will continue to change and adjust. Remember that you need to give yourself time to heal!

Incontinence: It’s Not Normal & Not Something You Have to Live With

Incontinence is common in pregnancy and early postpartum, but that does not mean that you have to live with it. Read about options you have for approaching your incontinence and the learn about the health care provider you NEED on your team when dealing with incontinence.

7 Nutrition Tips to Help You Through Your Pregnancy

Pregnancy can be accompanied by nausea, fatigue, food cravings and aversions and eating healthy can be difficult during this time. Here we talk about 7 simple tips to help you eat healthy, while still allowing yourself space to indulge in those cravings.

How to Stay Motivated on Your Fitness Journey…Finding Your Why

Staying motivated and consistent is one of the hardest parts of your health and fitness journey, but finding your true why can go a long way towards helping with this! Learn how to find that why and other tips for keeping you motivated and accountable.