To Birth and Beyond

In today’s episode of the To Birth and Beyond podcast, Jessie and Anita talk through the development of a pelvic floor symptoms flare up plan. This is key to think in advance about symptoms and sensations you could encounter, as well as how to move through those when they occur. It’s time to gain confidence and take control of your own health! - - - - - - - - - If you liked this episode of To Birt...

In today’s episode of the To Birth and Beyond podcast, Jessie talks with physiotherapist Susannah Stewart about menopause and its impact on sexual health. They explore the common sexual health side effects experienced during menopause, the role of hormones, and the importance of mental health in this transition. The discussion emphasizes the need for empowerment, safety, and education in addressin...

In today’s episode, Anita talks about the power of creating a cozy and calm birth space. So, whether you are planning to become pregnant, you are pregnant, or you work with pregnant clients, this episode will give you insights into things you may never have thought about before - because we aren’t usually thinking about the atmosphere, and how it can affect laboring, itself! Let’s all plan for a c...

In this episode of the To Birth and Beyond podcast, Jessie is here to BUST common myths surrounding C-sections, emphasizing the importance of understanding the realities of cesarean births. Jessie shares her personal experiences with C-sections and aims to empower listeners in their birth choices by debunking misconceptions and encouraging a positive outlook on C-section births. - - - - - - - - -...

In this episode of the To Birth and Beyond podcast, Anita discuss the significance of birth preparation in clinical practice, particularly for physiotherapists. She explores various aspects of birth prep, including understanding labor stages, relaxation strategies, informed decision-making, and the importance of partner involvement. The conversation emphasizes the need for physiotherapists to inte...

In today’s episode, Jessie and Anita talk about what to do regarding abdominal bulging in core exercise. What is it? Is it something that needs to be modified for? Is it a problem? Learn all that and more, today on the To Birth and Beyond Podcast. - - - - - - - - - If you liked this episode of To Birth and Beyond, tell your friends! Find us on iTunes and Spotify to rate/review/subscribe to the sho...

In this episode of the To Birth and Beyond podcast, Anita discusses the unique considerations for people who have trained as dancers as they prepare for birth, emphasizing the importance of understanding pelvic floor tension, hip mobility, and postural habits that can affect pregnancy and birth experiences. Anita shares practices and exercises to help alleviate any issues that may arise from dance...

In this episode of the To Birth and Beyond podcast, Jessie welcomes colleague, friend and special guest, Dr. Briana Botsford to the show. Together, they delve into the complexities of perimenopause, discussing the hormonal changes birthing people experience, the importance of strength training, and the mental health challenges that arise during this transitional phase. They emphasize the need for...

In this episode of the To Birth and Beyond podcast, Anita Lambert discusses the critical phase of labour known as transition. She provides insights into the stages of labour, the physical and emotional responses during transition, and strategies for preparation and support. The episode emphasizes the importance of communication with birthing partners and understanding the body's responses to enhan...

In this episode of the To Birth and Beyond podcast, hosts Jessie Mundell and Anita Lambert discuss the common fears surrounding pelvic floor health, particularly in the context of motherhood. They explore the fear cycle that can develop from experiencing pelvic floor symptoms such as incontinence and pelvic pain, and how this anxiety can lead to avoidance of activities and further deconditioning....

In today’s episode, Jessie waxes poetic about why muscle mass matters - particularly in perimenopause and beyond. She emphasizes the importance of strength training for women, outlining strategies to maintain and build muscle mass as they age, while providing practical tips and insights for incorporating it into their daily routines.  - - - - - - - - - If you liked this episode of To Birth an...

In today’s episode, Anita sits down with guest Brooke Holloway, who shares her personal journey through pregnancy, birth preparation, and postpartum recovery. Brooke discusses her planned pregnancy, the emotional ups and downs she faced, her experiences with healthcare providers, and the resources she utilized to prepare for childbirth (including Anita’s Bump to Birth course). The conversation hig...

In today’s episode, Jessie and Anita discuss the often-overlooked topic of core recovery after birth. They explore the physical and emotional challenges new mothers face, including societal pressures to 'bounce back' to pre-pregnancy bodies. The conversation emphasizes the importance of understanding the changes that occur during pregnancy and postpartum, and the need for a supportive recovery pro...

In today’s episode, Jessie and Anita discuss the unique considerations for exercising while pregnant with multiples. They explore the challenges faced in each trimester, emphasizing the importance of individualized exercise plans, managing fatigue, and additional considerations. The conversation highlights the physical and emotional aspects of pregnancy, offering insights into how to maintain fitn...

In today’s episode, Jessie and Anita talk fitness marketing near year’s end, what it gets wrong, and how you can choose to approach the new year, free of dubious expectations! - - - - - - - - - If you liked this episode of To Birth and Beyond, tell your friends! Find us on iTunes and Spotify to rate/review/subscribe to the show. Want more? Visit www. ToBirthAndBeyond.com , join our Facebook group...

In today’s episode, Jessie takes us through 3 key mindset shifts to take into 2025 so we can build businesses that feel aligned, sustainable, and make us money. She also shares how her Coach Collective program can assist you in feeling more efficient, grounded and secure in your business! - - - - - - - - - If you liked this episode of To Birth and Beyond, tell your friends! Find us on iTunes and S...

In today’s replay of Episode 307 (one of the most popular prenatal episodes of 2023), Anita gives advice on how to prepare for birth (including preparing the pelvic floor) in seven steps to be as fully mentally and physically prepared for birth as possible, and prepared ahead for postpartum recovery. - - - - - - - - - If you liked this episode of To Birth and Beyond, tell your friends! Find us on...

In today’s episode, Jessie welcomes friend (and returning guest), Aimée Suen back to the podcast! They explore Amy's journey through pregnancy, postpartum recovery, and her experiences with fitness and body image. She discusses the intensity of her conception AND birth experiences, the unexpected difficulties she faced postpartum, including a birth injury, and the importance of community and suppo...

In today’s episode, Jessie and Anita are diving into exercise in perimenopause. We get it, perimenopause is everywhere right now - it’s all the rage! And we are so excited - not just because we are in that age range of the target audience - but because this is not something that has been talked about before, and not only are we discussing it, but we are swiftly moving to better available care for...

In today’s episode, Jessie and Anita are diving into prenatal strength training! Why to consider including strength training in your pregnancy, how to strength train in pregnancy, and how we - as practitioners and mums - feel about strength training in pregnancy (for benefits in postpartum recovery - and beyond)! - - - - - - - - - If you liked this episode of To Birth and Beyond, tell your friends...

In today’s episode, Anita is here to give us a little pep talk! It will cover pregnancy, postpartum, and pelvic health, from the perspective of: YOU know your body best, trust YOUR instincts. Though she will be talking to birthing people today - this pep talk can be used for any time in your life! - - - - - - - - - If you liked this episode of To Birth and Beyond, tell your friends! Find us on iTu...

In today’s episode, Jessie talks with a few colleagues who have gone through her Coach Collective Online Program about what the Collective has done for them to build, grow, and/or stabilize their online or hybrid businesses (and lives)! - - - - - - - - - If you liked this episode of To Birth and Beyond, tell your friends! Find us on iTunes and Spotify to rate/review/subscribe to the show. Want mor...

In today’s replay of the To Birth and Beyond podcast, we are taking it waaaaaaaay back to episode 195, where Jessie and Anita discuss postpartum recovery tips for daily movements following both vaginal and cesarean birth. - - - - - - - - - If you liked this episode of To Birth and Beyond, tell your friends! Find us on iTunes and Spotify to rate/review/subscribe to the show. Want more? Visit www. T...

In today’s episode, Jessie welcomes her friend and colleague, Amisha Lindsey, to talk about her inspiring story of the work she’s done - particularly in the last year - to build her fitness coaching business and change her life. Can you believe that, just a year ago, Amisha was working as a teacher full-time while raising a family, nurturing her marriage, AND building her business on the side? In...

In today’s episode, Anita and Jessie are busting some myths, specifically around postpartum fitness, and including around the core and pelvic floor. We find people get overwhelmed with the amount of information that is out there - so we are wading through the BS for you in order to help you move forward on your own postpartum fitness path (and/or, share with your loved ones who might be)! - - - -...