Urinary incontinence is common during pregnancy and after birth, but something you don’t have to live with forever. In fact, the National Association for Continence reports 30 – 50 percent of childbearing women have UI. (How often do you hear moms joke about leaking?) While it can often be resolved with time and specific exercises, there […]
Pregnancy
How to Push During Labor: The Ultimate Guide
Hey mamas! Pushing during labor is an intense but empowering experience. For lots of mamas pushing is the most exciting part of labor because it’s the final moments before you finally get to meet your baby. While exciting, pushing also gives lots of women anxiety, and rightfully so. It can be a little hard to […]
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 the growing […]
Coning In Pregnancy
Have you ever looked down at your pregnant belly during exercise and thought, “What the heck is this ridge popping out of my tummy?” Coning in pregnancy is really common. Though it’s common, it is important to minimize coning to protect your core muscles. What Is Coning In Pregnancy? Coning in pregnancy happens when the connective […]
Rib Flare: Why Your Bra Might Be Tighter Postpartum
Have you noticed that your bra band is much tighter postpartum? It could be a case of postpartum rib flare. This isn’t just in your head! It is very common for ribs to flare and expand during pregnancy. These changes often carry over long after baby’s arrival. Annoying bra tightness aside, a lingering rib flare […]
Pregnancy Exercises: First Trimester Tips To Know
Thank goodness – you do not need to stop exercising in early pregnancy. In fact, data shows that staying physically active as your pregnancy progresses can yield significant health benefits including decreased rates of gestational diabetes, reduced likelihood for a C-section, and faster postpartum recovery. Exercise during pregnancy can also boost your mood and make […]
The Best Core Exercises For Pregnancy
Unsure about what kind of ab exercises will help not hurt your core during pregnancy? This is the most important ab exercise for a happier pregnancy, easier delivery, and better postpartum recovery.