THE FIT POSTPARTUM MOM | Core Workouts, Ab Exercises, C-section Recovery, Pelvic Floor Physical Therapy, Diastasis Recti

Why do so many moms struggle with committing to a postpartum workout program?   Because it sets them up for failure from the get-go. The workouts are too hard. Rather than the workouts giving you positive reinforcement to come back the next day, they give you negative reinforcement and slap you with extreme muscle soreness afterwards.   This episode gives you a sneak peak into all the modules and...

“How did you get such a flat stomach after having 4 babies?”    And I never hesitate with my answer:   Doing my deep inner core exercises that I learned in PT school.   I knew when I reestablished the muscles in my core region, they would naturally eat away at my belly fat that was left over after pregnancy.   That’s the beauty of how our bodies were designed.   Developing lean, toned muscle mass...

I honestly believe that a specialist and a credentialed professional should be the only person you follow when it comes to getting advice on your body and your health. Why? Because when it comes to the depths of our body, there are so many factors that play off one another. It’s a dangerous and slippery slope you could be entering when following someone who is not qualified.   Would you want to se...

Imagine, as a postpartum mom, you're able to fit into your favorite pair of jeans you wore before baby    It may be hard to imagine but, yes, it is possible to fit into those pre-pregnancy jeans again! And I want to guide you through it in a simple yet effective way that focuses on inner core strength. A way that I have perfected as a physical therapist and taught postpartum moms time and time aga...

In this week's episode, I touch on 5 major tips to get you out of the mommy tummy funk and onto your way to a flatter belly and stronger postpartum core.    It may sound hard considering all your body has been through with pregnancy and labor. But getting rid of the mommy tummy is not impossible!   Let's get started today!   And if you are really serious about losing the postpartum pooch, then joi...

Does this sound like you? You just had a baby and now you are itching to move around and do something. Anything that might increase your heart rate. However, you are still within the 6 week postpartum wait time.  If this is you, then listen along to this episode as I provide 4 great exercises you can start today to maintain your health during the 6 week postpartum wait!  Remember to listen to your...

Postpartum can be tricky to navigate. It’s different for every woman and can be different for every pregnancy.    On top of caring for a new baby, there are a lot of expectations of what your postpartum belly should look like that might be swirling around your mind.    But, that’s why I’m here to help you! To get you on the right track to saying goodbye to that postpartum belly.    In this episode...

This episode I talk all about why you need a workout accountability partner and WHO that perfect partner is. Because let's face it, sometimes we all need just a little extra motivation to stay active and maintain a steady workout routine.  I'll give you a hint: If you're a mom, then you already have a workout accountability partner!  And if you're looking for motivation, consistency, and lots of f...

Did you recently have a C-section or know someone who did? But now you're not sure when the best time is to wear a postpartum belly wrap after the C-section? In this episode, I explain the 4 different timings and which one is best for optimal healing after a C-section.  If you’ve missed the window of time to wear a postpartum belly wrap, then you'll want to start with postpartum core exercises. An...

So, you are wondering what are my 3 best tips for improving back pain with good posture techniques. Do you have your pen ready because this episode is filled with my best advice as a physical therapist to help you improve your posture as a mom.  Good posture is so important to me. First of all, I think it makes us as women look more confident and it actually makes us look stronger. Even if the res...

Join me in this episode where I share my top 3 favorite postpartum exercises for your at home Mommy and Me workout! These are the best of the best.    If your baby is attached to you at the hip just like mine were, then this episode is perfect for you. Keep your baby with you during the entire postpartum workout and you'll never feel that mom guilt of having to leave your baby. Plus the bonding ti...

Follow along with me in this episode as I detail 3 reasons why you should run to get postpartum compression leggings as a new mom.    Plus, I tell you all about my favorite pair and where you can get them!    From preventing spider and varicose veins to reducing swelling and slimming your body, you don't want to miss out on this episode!  Keep Smiling, Jena P.S. Here is where you can get your comp...

If you read the title, you're probably thinking, "No way!" But, during this episode, I talk about my all time favorite workout for efficiency. This is for the productive mom who likes to get things done in the crack of moments in your day.  I'm talking about car workouts! **  DISCLAIMER  **  You should not be doing a workout in the car that would put you or anyone around you on the road in harm's...

Is peeing your pants now your new norm as a mom? It doesn't have to be after following these quick physical therapy tips for a stronger pelvic floor.  If you're looking for pelvic floor exercises then this is an episode you don't want to miss! I include practical tips you can start doing today.  So listen in and get ready to say goodbye to wearing those pantyliners you wear just in case you sneeze...

You just had a baby, and the birth didn’t go as planned. You had a c-section, and life as you know it just got flipped upside down. The pouch, the c-section shelf, is not what you signed up for when you decided to become a mom. Yes, the scar will be there, but does the c-section shelf have to stay forever also?  In this episode I will be giving you all the details behind why c-section mamas have t...

Were you once a routine junkie, where you loved all things routines? But now that you are a mom to a little baby, all routines are out the window. It’s so much harder to keep a routine going for the entire day, let alone even for 10 minutes of your day. You once used to wake up, work out, shower, eat breakfast, get ready and go on with your glorious day. But now your mornings are so bent out of sh...

Ever wonder if a postpartum belly wrap is worth it? Is it a hoax or do they actually work? In this episode, Are Postpartum Belly Wraps Worth It? Physical Therapist Tells All, we’re diving into the 4 main reasons why I love Postpartum belly wraps (AKA postpartum girdles and abdominal binders) and why you should too! Some of the major advantages of postpartum belly wraps that I discuss in this episo...

The core of my online business is actually about the core. My main focus is to help new moms regain their strength in their core so they can live their lives to the fullest. The core is what holds everything together and without the proper function of your core, the rest of the pieces may fall apart. And I don’t want that for you. I want you to live your life strong, confident and energized. I bel...

So what are we accomplishing in today’s episode? We are talking about not knowing how to get started with your postpartum workouts. It’s information overload or it’s the opposite, lack of information. You either have tons of different ads and popups coming at you with different workout programs or you feel neglected by your doctors because no one told you want exercises to do postpartum.  I want t...

What's the number one reason why most new moms don't work out? Lack of Sleep. It's what prevents us from doing a lot of the things we want to do as a new mom. But you are here listening to this podcast because you want to work out more, you want to find time to exercise on a consistent basis but you are struggling. Losing sleep night after night is taking a toll on your body. And you don't know ho...

Struggling to start your first postpartum workout? I get it. It's not easy to start something new let alone start something new with a newborn baby in your life.  Not knowing what to do is half the battle but also the mental motivation to start working out when you are utterly tired is part of the problem as well. If you are looking for motivation to help you kick-start this postpartum fitness jou...

I'm so glad you are here! Welcome to the first episode of The Fit Postpartum Mom where I dive deep into what this podcast is all about and how I can best serve you as a new mom who is looking to fit fitness into her life.  You are a busy woman how is trying to do it all. Whether you are busy with work, running your home in an orderly fashion or just trying to take care of your newborn baby, your t...

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