How am I feeling a year on?
So I thought I’d give you all an update of where I am and how I’m feeling right now. I’m just over a year post baby number two. It’s not been a plain sailing year. Plus it’s been super busy. Thankfully nothing horrific has happened but it’s been both physically and mentally tough (and I’m […]
Continue readingI’m finally returning to a physical state of normal!
What’s a normal physical state? For me ‘a normal physical state’ is about being able to move my body in any way I want, running, jumping, lifting. It’s feeling strong and confident. It’s not about numbers on a scale. I think I’m on the path to ‘normal’. Over the past (nearly) 6 months I’ve rested […]
Continue readingAll you need to know about Diastasis Recti!
Disclaimer: I am not a qualified medical practitioner. I have used the information available from the Birth Healing Summit 2018. This blog also includes my own personal opinions. If you were unsure or struggling with your pelvic health then a visit to a women’s health physiotherapist would be advised. What Is Diastasis Recti? Diastasis recti is used […]
Continue readingMy Body Does Not Determine My Self Worth
Someone asked me yesterday if I was pregnant! Phahahaha…I think he was more upset than me! I don’t know exactly, but I would guess I am over 2 stone heavier than I was before I fell pregnant. None of my clothes fit. I have a belly that looks as though I am 5 or 6 […]
Continue readingHaving A Child And Back Pain Don’t Have To Be The Norm.
Disclaimer: I am not a qualified physiotherapist or specialist in musculo-skeletal problems. I am just giving my view on simple common problems that can be easily fixed. There are many many more complicated issues regarding injury, posture etc. These may require you to visit a qualified physiotherapist or health care professional to have your problems […]
Continue readingRunning post baby – when I can I start?
For anyone who is a runner before having their baby, “when will I be running post baby” can sometimes be the first question they ask after having a baby, or in my case I was asking it before our little one was even born! “When can I start running post baby?” There is no one […]
Continue readingWhy Kegels aren’t always the answer!
When I was pregnant I remember being told by numerous people, friends and professionals, including my midwife, a personal trainer and even the lecturer on the personal training pre and post natal specialist course I did to make sure whatever happened during my pregnancy and afterwards I “DO MY KEGELS!” From talking to friends who […]
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