According to research and social media surveys, body image concerns among postpartum women are at an all time high. And struggling with poor self-esteem while newly postpartum can be a significant source of mental and emotional stress, leading to depression, and struggles with … [Read more...]
Pelvic Floor: The Most Important Muscles No One Talks About
And why we all probably need pelvic floor therapy During my pregnancy with my first baby, I spent the better part of around 7-8 months just reading about childbirth. (Interpret that as I was scared to death of having to push a very big baby out of a very small space. How in the … [Read more...]
12 Weeks to Lean and Mean
Exercising is something that’s been on my mind a lot lately. With a new baby in our lives, the postpartum anxiety hormones that came with childbirth (not to mention recovering from the childbirth injuries), and a fussy baby who has a consistent nap schedule and must be in bed by … [Read more...]
What Pregnancy Taught Me About the Female Body
Fitness isn't a one size fits all fix for women. Some women are better runners, some swimmers, some lifters. Women carry weight differently, respond to carbs differently, and no two women have the same physical make up. Pregnancy is the same. Some expecting women respond to … [Read more...]
Exercising for Two: Growing Tiny Humans
I know what you're thinking..."Steph wrote a pregnancy post!" Nope! Not yet. I want to write something about this pregnancy in conjunction with health and fitness, but I haven't settled upon a topic yet. If you have suggestions for me, please leave them in the comments for me! I … [Read more...]
