The shoes you train in matter for both form and pelvic health. You want to make sure they are bendable, have a wide toe box, and very minimal (to no) heel drop. These are my Strong Like A Mother training shoes faves! (Please note, I do get affiliate commission when you use the links, but I […]
Postpartum Knee Pain? Here’s What To Do
Congratulations, the new baby is here! Growing and birthing a baby is tremendous work. And the various aches and pains of pregnancy sometimes last into the postpartum stage. Let’s dive into postpartum knee pain in particular. Why do my Knees Hurt After Pregnancy? The knees are particularly susceptible to postpartum pain. Carrying extra weight during […]
Managing Postpartum Hip Pain
Now that the baby is here, those aches and pains you felt during pregnancy will go away, right? Unfortunately, that’s not always the case. Let’s dig into a common one: postpartum hip pain. Why Do I Have Postpartum Hip Pain? Have you been dealing with hip pain since giving birth? If so, you’re not alone. […]
Pregnancy and Back Pain: Causes and Treatments
Back pain is the worst. But back pain during pregnancy may be even more frustrating – it doesn’t go away when you’re sitting or standing. And most pregnant women experience it at some point. What Causes Back Pain During Pregnancy? It’s a common ailment among moms-to-be, with a few likely causes. First, the weight of […]
Finding Relief From Postpartum Sciatica
Dealing with postpartum sciatica can be a real, um, pain in the butt. If you feel radiating pain, tingling, or numbness starting in your lower back or deep glutes that travels down the leg, you might have sciatic nerve pain. The sciatic nerve is the longest and thickest nerve in the body. It begins in […]
10 Best Diastasis Recti Exercises To Heal Your Core
Do you have diastasis recti following the birth of a baby? Or maybe you feel the effects of an abdominal separation, like back pain, core weakness, incontinence, or even a “mummy tummy”? A separation of the rectus abdominis muscles is quite common. Even though there is some spontaneous healing after birth, studies show nearly two-thirds […]
Is Sucking In Your Stomach Bad?
TL;DR: Sucking in your stomach is bad! Many of us start sucking in long before having kids. It often starts in adolescence as we become aware of society’s expectation for women to be thin. We feel self-conscious about our bodies, and so we begin sucking it all in. But ultimately, sucking in your stomach is […]
Postpartum Running: How to Get Back on the Road
How long do you have to wait before you can start running postpartum? The truth is, every woman and her postpartum recovery is different. Some women can begin running after 12 weeks, but for others, it may be many months postpartum. Risks of Running Too Soon After Birth It is important to wait at least […]
Mother’s Day Gift Guide
Want to get mom something she actually wants for Mother’s Day? We’ve got you. Favorites for Expecting & New Moms 1. PAVILIA Premium Womens Plush Soft Robe Fluffy, Warm, Fleece Sherpa Shaggy Bathrobe As moms, we are constantly on our feet! Help keep them feeling relaxed by wrapping them up in the cozy comfort of […]
Why Do I Look Pregnant?
Normal bodies take time to heal postpartum. But if you had a baby a while ago and still “look pregnant”, there could be an underlying reason. Before we dive in, a friendly reminder that many women have some extra fat to protect organs, so please be kind to yourself. Why Do I Still Look Pregnant? […]