A breastfeeding calorie calculator can ensure moms are getting enough nutrition to maintain milk supply and good health. Women who don’t get enough calories when breastfeeding may get sick, feel fatigued, or pass less nutrients to their babies. I don’t think there is a single postpartum woman who doesn’t want to lose weight after having … Read more
Despite what you may have read or heard, running with diastasis recti is not a big “no no.” In fact, running with diastasis recti is safe and usually does not cause pain. And you can rehab your diastasis recti while still running. This is something I personally worked on for the last few months. After … Read more
The hormone relaxin and running seem to be at odds but they don’t have to be. Relaxin makes women’s joints and muscles lax and unstable during pregnancy and postpartum (including for the duration of breastfeeding). But proper precautions such as core strength and running on smooth surfaces can minimize risk of injury. Read on to … Read more
Postpartum ab workouts can help you restrengthen your core postpartum. These 5 postpartum ab workouts are safe to perform after having a baby. Avoid doing exercises that cause pain, coning, doming, or bulging. Let me start this article by saying your postpartum body is beautiful and amazing. But I know the feeling of wanting your … Read more
My three tips for new moms are to get your bloodwork done, see a pelvic floor physical therapist, and be patient in the season you are in. A lot has changed but that doesn’t mean we have to settle for feeling bad or not running how we want. I want new moms to advocate for … Read more
Diastasis Recti, a widening of the connective tissue between the abdominal muscles that is associated with weakness in the core, is common postpartum. Unlike previously thought, you can run with diastasis recti. Still, it is best to work with a physical therapist to retrain your core to ensure control in high impact exercises. (Reviewed by Dr. Rita … Read more
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