Pregnancy, Birth and Recovery: Kath Baquie from FitNest Mama

Send us Fan Mail Join this call where I chat with mama Bec about her post birth rehab plan! Bec reported she was struggling with motivation and accountability post birth.  Felt weak, and is really struggling to return to exercise postpartum. This podcast episode will be helpful to you if you are struggling to find the time, motivation or energy to implement consistent exercise (or 'you time&a...

Send us Fan Mail In this episode I chat to Brigid from The Kick Pregnancy Podcast about pelvic girdle pain in pregnancy. It was a listener question, and unfortunately it is really common during pregnancy. In this episode we talk about the different reasons why some women develop pelvic girdle pain, the common risk factors and different ways to help ease the pain and discomfort associated with it....

Send us Fan Mail Would you like to share your pregnancy journey, birth story and/or after birth recovery? I would love to hear from you! Send me a DM on Instagram @fitnestmama LINKS: Preparing for birth Pelvic health checklist Free 7 Day Trial Pregnancy Workouts Free 7 Day Trial Postnatal Workouts FitNest Mama Website Instagram @fitnestmama LINKS: Preparing for birth Pelvic health checklist Free 7...

Send us Fan Mail Welcome back to a set of Pelvic Floor Podcast exercises! Today's pelvic floor set focusses on pelvic floor relaxation. Every few weeks, I talk you through a set of pelvic floor exercises.  These episodes are short, these episodes are actionable, and are designed to just help you get it done and tick off your pelvic floor from the to-do list. Perfect if you’re having a vaginal...

Send us Fan Mail Join me as I spill the milk with Mel, mum of a 10 month old baby girl. Mel experienced morning sickness, weight gain, pelvic girdle pain and was 10 days passed my due date when she gave birth. She had a vaginal delivery after being induced and her pain relief included morphine and gas and even though she had hired a TENS machine, she didn't use it once. Even though she had wa...

Send us Fan Mail Join me in this episode where I am interviewed by Jacqueline Kincer, host of the Breastfeeding Talk Podcast. In this discussion about postpartum aches and pains and recovery after birth, we discuss: Breastfeeding posture and setup Preventative strategies for aches and pains while breastfeeding Things to look for and be aware of when feeling achey Tips and tricks from a women’s hea...

Send us Fan Mail Today's chat is all about Caesarean births, juggling motherhood with three children and a business, and mental health challenges.   This is chat is part of our Spilling the Milk series where I chat with mums about their pregnancy journey, birth story, recovery and motherhood. Today I chat with Talissa Triffitt who is not only a mum of three but the Founder and Director of one...

Send us Fan Mail Join us as I discuss this question asked by a member of the community, 'I have pre-prolapse, is it ok for me to still do pilates?'. I discuss briefly: - What is prolapse? - What type of exercise is good for prolapse, and the 0-6 week postpartum phase. - What are some things to avoid. Do you have a question for Physio Kath? If so, send me a message on Instagram @fitnestma...

Send us Fan Mail Welcome to another Spilling the Milk Series where I chat to a range of amazing mums who have been through it all. During this series, my guests talk candidly and openly about their pregnancy journeys, challenges along the way, their birth story, and importantly we also discuss the 4th trimester and beyond - we talk recovery, mental health, physical health and everything else that...

Send us Fan Mail Kids aren’t ‘Naughty’ In this podcast episode, I chat with Courtney, a holistic parenting consultant, sleep and behavioural specialist, and instigator of The Parenting Edit . And Courtney helps stressed and exhausted parents step into their power of parenting. Today we discuss: Why is my 2 year old being 'naughty'? Are kids 'naughty'? What causes challenging be...

Send us Fan Mail Enjoy this beautiful birth story with Tina Pullen. Tina Pullen is a Hypnobirthing Australia Certified Practitioner, Childbirth Educator and mum to three kids. After experiencing the benefits of hypnobirthing for her second birth, she became passionate about positive birth education and knew she had to spread the word! Tina believes that birth should be an empowering experience for...

Send us Fan Mail Today I chat with Nat Kringoudis, a natural health expert, and we discuss fertility and wellness. Nat aims to inspire wellness, not only to those embarking on becoming parents, but equally important to her, educating young women of how their choices shape their reproductive health.  And our conversation does branch into this, so if you are raising young children, especially daught...

Send us Fan Mail Welcome to another Spilling the Milk Series where I chat to a range of amazing mums who have been through it all. We talk candidly and openly about their pregnancy journeys, challenges along the way, their birth story, and importantly, we also discuss the 4th trimester and beyond. We discuss recovery, mental health, physical health and everything else that goes along with this jou...

Send us Fan Mail Firstly, congrats.  You’re a mum! A whole new world has opened up. Even if you thought you were prepared, I am guessing motherhood has been an amazing ride. Today. I am broaching the topic of weight loss after birth, which I don't usually don’t do. I usually avoid this topic. For me and my program, FitNest Mama, it isn’t about weight loss.  Our physical recovery program post...

Send us Fan Mail In this episode we delve into the world of flat head syndrome and the crucial role of tummy time with our incredible guest, Demi, an experienced Paediatric Physiotherapist! 🧡 Discover what flat head syndrome is, its causes, and why it's important for parents to be aware. Explore the amazing benefits of tummy time for infants and how it can prevent and address flat head issue...

Send us Fan Mail This episode will talk you through a set of pelvic floor exercises. These episodes are short, these episodes are actionable, and are designed to just help you get it done and tick off your pelvic floor from the to-do list. Perfect if you’re having a vaginal or a caesarean birth, pre-pregnancy, during pregnancy, or years and years down the track. You could even send this podcast ep...

Send us Fan Mail Discover the connection between tongue ties and breastfeeding in this podcast episode. We dive into world of tongue ties and their impact on breastfeeding with lactation consultant Jacqueline Kincer. Gain valuable insights, practical strategies, and expert advice to help you navigate the challenges and empower yourself during your baby's oral development and breastfeeding jou...

Send us Fan Mail In this podcast episode, discover if pregnancy weakens core muscles.  Learn how abdominal and pelvic floor muscles change during pregnancy, the impact on back pain and other issues, and safe ways to strengthen your core.  Explore alternatives to traditional exercises, safety tips, and how to restore core strength post-pregnancy. Join us for expert insights and practical advice on...

Send us Fan Mail Enjoy this beautiful birth story with Esther, a first time mum who unexpectedly had a home birth, and a positive experience. Esther talks us through her pregnancy journey, how she prepared for birth, and her after birth experience. Enjoy! LINKS: Preparing for birth Pelvic health checklist Free 7 Day Trial Pregnancy Workouts Free 7 Day Trial Postnatal Workouts FitNest Mama Website...

Send us Fan Mail Enjoy this podcast episode with Paediatric Dietitian Kat, where we discuss tips and tricks for fussy/picky eating in babies and toddlers. We discuss common reasons why babies and toddlers may become fussy eaters, and how can parents encourage their child to try new foods, including tips for parents who are struggling with fussy/picky eating. Enjoy! LINKS Preparing for birth Pelvic...

Send us Fan Mail Join me for this quick set of pelvic floor exercises, to help you feel stronger inside/out. Every few weeks, I talk you through a set of pelvic floor exercises.  These episodes are short, these episodes are actionable, and are designed to just help you get it done and tick off your pelvic floor from the to-do list. Perfect if you’re having a vaginal or a caesarean birth, pre-pregn...

Send us Fan Mail Are you achey and sore as a new mum? This episode is for you! In this episode I chat about the main areas women get sore and achey in the postpartum period, the causes of these aches and pains. We discuss common causes of aches/pains, common issues with postpartum recovery, and ways to help manage aches and pains during motherhood. LINKS: Free 7 Day Trial Pregnancy Workouts Free 7...

Send us Fan Mail Today I am chatting with midwife Clare about the important stage when arriving to hospital when in labour. We discuss: - When to hospital when in labour - How to ease the transition to hospital - What happens when you get to hospital - Tips for birth partners LINKS Return to Running Checklist Free 7 Day Trial Pregnancy Workouts Free 7 Day Trial Postnatal Workouts FitNest Mama Webs...

Send us Fan Mail In this episode Elizabeth shares her beautiful birth story who recently became a parent through IVF after experiencing challenges with conception and recurrent miscarriage. At 36 years old, Elizabeth started trying to conceive, after which her first 3 pregnancies ended in miscarriage. From this point Elizabeth and her partner started looking into fertility clinics, and last Decemb...

Send us Fan Mail Today we are exploring the topic of creating a calm birth environment.  No matter if you are planning a home birth, hospital birth, caesarean or vaginal birth, this episode will be helpful Joining me today is Claire Fulton, a childbirth and hypnobirthing educator, founder of The Nurture Nest and The Hypnobirthing Podcast. Today, we'll be discussing with Claire some amazing wa...