Everyday Ergonomics for Working Moms | Stop pain, fix biomechanics, improve function

If you have kids, you have laundry…. And you’re probably doing it most days or you’re chronically behind. Doing laundry load after load can take a toll on our bodies. In this episode I am giving tips to reduce the physical load of every load of laundry.      Hope you find this enlightening and that it gives you joy!    Until next time catch up with me in our free facebook community!    Interested...

You should be exercising regularly. Pregnant or not. Exercise is critical to health. But also, some exercises can help prep you for a smoother, safer delivery and an easier postpartum. In this episode I discuss why exercise is important in pregnancy, what flags to avoid during workouts in pregnancy and postpartum and  I am sharing my top 2 exercises for pregnancy to ease delivery. This is some ser...

The infant carrier. The carseat. The heaviest thing you can carry fresh out of the delivery room. This thing goes everywhere for the first 3-12 months with you and baby. You click and connect the seat in and out of the car repeatedly every day. And you carry it all over town into every appointment, activity and errand. The repetition of poor lifting and carrying mechanics can take a toll on moms i...

This is a super special episode that is a little outside my normal  exercises and ergonomic tips. Toy organization and constant tidying can be a major source of physical and mental stress for moms. I have been there and let me tell you, there is another way. In this episode I am spilling all my organizational tips to make it easy to stay consistent with tidy cues, empower kids to clean their own t...

Do you dread vacuuming? Maybe you skip it completely. If you are a mom, vacuuming might not seem like an optional chore. Between the kids dropping crumbs, the pets shedding and the dirty shoes trekking through the house, vacuuming is a nonnegotiable. For so many women vacuuming can be a literal pain. Shoulder and back pain can take this simple task and make it unbearable. If you can relate, I have...

Do you roll or sprain your ankle often? Do you dread a misstep landing you back in urgent care or with a swollen ankle? Ankle sprains are one of the most common musculoskeletal injuries seen in emergency rooms. Ankle stability is crucial to preventing ankle sprains. In this episode I explain what an ankle sprain is and how to improve ankle stability to prevent future sprains.    Hope you find this...

Are your wrists or thumbs aching after lifting, carrying, or feeding your little ones? You might be experiencing Mommy Wrist / Mommy Thumb, also known as De Quervain’s Tenosynovitis — a common condition in new moms caused by repetitive motions that strain the thumb tendons.   In this episode, I explain what causes Mommy Wrist, how to treat it, and practical ways to prevent it from coming back. The...

SIT UP! Fix your posture! Have you heard this before? If you have you might have looked into solutions and come across  posture correctors and braces ranging $30-$200. They’re uncomfortable and pricey and are they worth it? I don’t recommend them. In this episode I am teaching you how to fix your posture without bracing. Meaning, we are fixing your posture for good.    Hope you find this enlighten...

SIT UP! Fix your posture! Have you heard this before? If you have you might have looked into solutions and come across  posture correctors and braces ranging $30-$200. They’re uncomfortable and pricey and are they worth it? I don’t recommend them. In this episode I am teaching you how to fix your posture without bracing. Meaning, we are fixing your posture for good.    Hope you find this enlighten...

Headaches can stop you in your tracks—especially when you’re juggling work, motherhood, and everything in between. But not all headaches are created equal, and understanding the type you’re dealing with can make all the difference in finding relief. In this episode, I’m joined by Dr. Arryn Gamble, PT, DPT, NCS, MSCS, a board-certified neurologic physical therapist and founder of NeuroPathways Reha...

It’s that time of year! New Years Resolutions and goal setting season is in full swing and so many of you have probably set goals in health and fitness. I am fully supportive of improving your health this year but I want to point out some things all moms need to know when they are trying to “get in shape.”    Here is the fitness episode you didn’t know you needed. Hope you find this enlightening a...

We shop around for the best car for our unique needs, the best pillow for our sleeping preferences and the best workout programs for our goals but when it comes to healthcare providers we don’t. Often times people are told who to go to by their insurance for primary care providers. Not every provider is the same, you need to find the healthcare provider who matches your goals for your health.  Hop...

Sitting is the new smoking…. We have all heard about the negative side effects of stagnant sitting, BUT is standing for work really the solution? Standing desks have been a major workforce trend. If you have jumped on this trend you may be feeling the discomfort that standing all day can cause.    In this episode I am giving all the tips to make a standing work station work for you.       Hope you...

How many times have you passed out nursing your baby only to wake up with a major pain in the neck? Do you have pain between your shoulder blades ever since you brought this bundle of joy into the world? Do you wait anxiously for your sweet baby to finish feeding because you just want to get comfy?    In this episode I am giving all the tips to how to set up a nursing station to support your body!...

Do fall leaves leave you sore for days? This chore can be so irritating but today I am sharing 5 ways to take care of yourself while tidying up the leaves   Hope you find this enlightening and that it gives you joy!    Until next time catch up with me in our free facebook community!    Interested in one-on-one ergonomic coaching? Book a call on Calendly here    

Does your back get stiff and painful throughout the day? Do you notice an increase in pain with washing the dishes, doing laundry or working? You are not alone! At least 90% of Americans experience low back pain and many of them respond well to this exercise.   In this episode I am telling you how to decrease back pain with one simple exercise. If you want to put that pain behind you and move on w...

Thinking about surgery? Not sure if it’s the right move? Many moms are told surgery is the solution — but there are important considerations and alternatives you may not have heard about.   In this episode, I share 3 crucial things to consider before saying yes to surgery, so you can make an informed decision and avoid regret. Learn the questions to ask your doctor and understand the risks and ben...

Do you spend hours on your laptop at home, in an office, or even in the car? How your workstation is set up can make a big difference in back, neck, shoulder, and wrist pain.   In this episode, I introduce The 4 E’s of Office Ergonomics — a simple, easy-to-remember tool to quickly check and improve any workstation. These tips are designed to help your workspace work for you, not against you, so yo...

Back pain doesn’t have to be part of motherhood — even when you’re constantly lifting little ones. Whether it’s a crying toddler at the playground or your baby out of the crib, how you move matters.   In this episode, I break down safe lifting mechanics for moms so you can comfort your kids and protect your back. Learn the small, simple posture shifts that make everyday parenting easier, safer, an...

Sitting in the car, hunched over your steering wheel, or craning your neck while driving the kids around? That posture can lead to tech neck, stiffness, and pain — even before you get to the office or drop the kids off at school.   In this episode, I share 3 simple, practical strategies you can use in the car to improve posture, reduce neck strain, and feel better throughout your day. These tips a...

Have you ever wondered why your back, neck, or wrists hurt after a day of parenting, work, and life? That’s where ergonomic coaching comes in. Ergonomics is simply how people and objects interact to be safe, efficient, and pain-free — and moms are extremely underserved in this space.   In this episode, I share my journey from pregnant grad student to working mom and physical therapist, and how tha...

Hey momma, are you exhausted from putting your daily aches and pains aside to care for everyone else? Do you struggle to make time for regular physical therapy, chiropractic or massage appointments for yourself? I’ve been there.   Hi. I’m Amanda, a mom of three littles and a working physical therapist. I had my first baby during the last year of graduate school. I was new to motherhood and overwhe...