The BIRTHFIT Podcast

The Village Used to Be the Default For almost all of human history, no mother raised a baby alone. Grandmothers, aunties, neighbors and other mothers all pitched in, and cultures around the world built rest and care into the postpartum season. Somewhere along the way, the village became optional, and then it disappeared from view. The need for it never went away.   In this episode, Dr. Lindsey cov...

In this episode, Dr. Lindsey discusses three case questions that were submitted recently. She gets into a career change into birth work, round ligament discomfort, and pain in feet at the top of the second trimester. Listen to this episode to hear how Dr. Lindsey approached these cases.    Certification Waitlist

How Full Is Your Cup, Really? You're doing all the "right" things: the workouts, the supplements, the birth prep. So why do you feel wired at night, drained all day, and one spilled cup away from tears? In this episode, Dr. Lindsey breaks down the difference between your load (everything being asked of you) and your capacity (what your body and nervous system can actually hold right now). You'll l...

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In this episode, Dr. Lindsey talks about a critical inventory checkin that every practitioner and coach must do with their clients. This one inventory question will determine how you show up for women on your table or in your gym.   The BIRTHFIT Certification Waitlist Free Inventory Checklist Sacred Season eBook Prenatal Training eBook

"Your earned range of motion" is a cue you've probably heard from me a hundred times — today I'm breaking down what it actually means, and why it's not the same thing as flexibility. In this episode: Why flexibility alone gets you into a position but won't get you out of it with control The nervous system's role in range of motion, and why some ranges never feel "earned" no matter how much you str...

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In this 10 min episode, Dr. Lindsey shares why she does not use the phrase "safe exercises". This is episode is not to be missed, especially if you have ever been handed a list of exercises that were "safe". Be sure to share this with your favorite coach or chiropractor.   BIRTHFIT Certification Sacred Season Postpartum eBook

In this episode Dr. Lindsey talks about a mindset shift that must happen in pregnancy. She also shares her banned list of movements and why there is really no "safe" movement in pregnancy. If you do CrossFit or coach CrossFit, this episode is for you. BIRTHFIT Community BIRTHFIT Certification Prenatal Training Program Prenatal Training eBook

In this episode, Dr. Lindsey talks about her experience with the Webster Technique. She has taken the seminar four times; twice with the legendary Dr. Jeanne Ohm, DC, when she was alive. If you're a chiropractor, this episode is not to missed.   Join the BIRTHFIT Community Membership and get your first month free Be sure to check out the BIRTHFiT Certification - next Cohort starts this fall!

Inside this episode, Dr. Lindsey gives a short and sweet overview of sleep biology and the shifts throughout the motherhood transition. She also shares wisdom on why our bodies have shifts in sleep and how we can shift our perspectives to optimize this chapter when operating on less sleep. Get ONE free month of the BIRTHFIT Community by following this link Join the BIRTHFIT Certification and be a...

What if pregnancy, birth, and postpartum care could feel more empowering and less overwhelming? In this episode, Dr. Lindsey shares the one word she hopes BIRTHFIT will always be known for and dives into the core problem BIRTHFIT was created to solve. She unpacks how the BIRTHFIT approach—guided by its seven pillars—helps individuals and families prepare for birth, recover with intention, and crea...

In this BIRTHFIT Certification Masterclass, Dr. Lindsey Mathews Cantu, DC, strength coach, and semi-retired doula, dives deep into the foundations of core and pelvic floor health through the lens of the BIRTHFIT Core System. Learn why the core is much more than a group of muscles—it is a dynamic pressure management system that relies on proper breathing, nervous system regulation, movement, and ov...

In this episode Dr. Lindsey talks all about preeclampsia. She gets into the data, conventional care, midwifery care, and what traditional birth keepers might do. Dr. Lindsey also discusses how preeclampsia starts long before the actual diagnosis and why preconception care matters. Preconception is a 2 person job. She finishes with some deeper, emotional thoughts on preeclampsia.   The BIRTHFIT Cer...

In this episode, Dr. Lindsey discusses what is progesterone, the three options available for topical use, how and when to use, and lifestyle practices that influence progesterone production. The BIRTHFIT Certification open for Enrollment Join the BIRTHFIT Community

This episode is for you if you're in your first trimester and recently experienced some sort of bleeding. Dr. Lindsey discusses why color and amount matter. She also discusses the possible reasons and what to do next inside this waiting space. Join the BIRTHFIT Community Membership   The BIRTHFIT Certification  

In this episode, Dr. Lindsey discuss Group B Streptococcus (GBS). She shares her personal story around GBS and why she wouldn't do the test again. Dr. Lindsey also shares the difference in the Universal Screen (which the USA uses) protocols versus Risk Based Screening. She keeps it simple, direct, and you'll walk away feeling lighter about this often daunting topic.   BIRTHFIT Certification WAITLI...

In this episode, Dr. Lindsey discusses fertility tracking while breastfeeding and 4 things to consider when trying to conceive while breastfeeding. She also shares tips on weaning your little one 12 months or older. Dr. Lindsey also shares her personal thoughts on why someone get their bleed immediately post birth and why others it may take a bit longer. Spoiler- there's no right answer. Join The...

In this episode of the BIRTHFIT Podcast, Lindsey sits down with Alyssa Seeland, founder and CEO of Fond Bone Broth, to explore the intersection of motherhood, nourishment, and entrepreneurship. Alyssa shares the story behind her six natural births and how her personal experiences with pregnancy, healing, and ancestral nutrition ultimately led to the creation of her bone broth company. From deliver...

Inside this episode, Dr. Lindsey discusses benefits of exercise during pregnancy. She shares some of the latest research and what moves the needle for labor outcomes, mom's mental health, and long term metabolic health of baby. Join the BIRTHFIT Community Membership Get our weekly newsletter   Full Term Prenatal Training Program

Inside this episode, Dr. Lindsey discusses two of the biggest tools commonly used for measuring labor progress- Station Grading and Friedman's Curve. She breaks down the history and why we should not be using these outdated practices as reasons to intervene in a woman's labor. Join the BIRTHFIT Community Membership Get our weekly newsletter

In this episode, Dr. Lindsey shares 10 things that she'd communicate with you if she knew it would NOT hurt your feelings. Spoiler alert- if you know her, she'd probably still share these things with you even if it hurt your feelings because SHE CARES. Join the BIRTHFIT Community Membership at https://birthfit.mykajabi.com/offers/DhkMvHdo/checkout Get our weekly newsletter: https://birthfit.com/co...

In this episode, we welcome Brigid Tebaldi — a board-certified Health Coach and mentor who helps women uncover the original story their nervous system learned… and rebuild the foundation so their bodies no longer have to protect them at the cost of peace. Brigid's work lives at the intersection of physiology, identity, and faith. She supports women who feel stuck in chronic stress, fatigue, emotio...

Inside this episode, Dr. Lindsey discusses The BIRTHFIT Postpartum Fitness Triangle. She breaks down the Recovery, Rehab, Rebuilding, and Sport phases inside the triangle. Join the BIRTHFIT Community Membership at https://birthfit.mykajabi.com/offers/DhkMvHdo/checkout Get our weekly newsletter: https://birthfit.com/contact-us  

Inside this episode, Dr. Lindsey discusses what is DRA (diastasis rectus abdominis) and an opportunity to shift your mindset when it comes to healing. She discusses why depth and functionality matter more than width, and shares the BIRTHFIT 3-prong approach to healing core and pelvic floor dysfunction. Dr. Lindsey also shares why sunlight matters and how healing can be enhanced with tools like red...