Here at BBB, we’re serious about two things: Guilt-free self-care (yup, choc totally counts) and providing you with the experience, expertise and guidance you need to build your body beyond birth. Which is why we only partner with the best of the best in women’s health. And speaking of the best of the best ……
Here at BBB, we’re all about consistency. We believe wellness – especially during pregnancy – isn’t built on one-offs; it’s forged through daily habits. … But there are times when consistency is less important. And there are times when it’s perfectly okay to skip your pregnancy workout. Let’s talk about when and why it’s okay…
There have been some big changes in your life, mama. (Not the least of which is bundled up sweetly in their crib right now!) And whether you’re taking this journey for the first or multiple time, it’s bound to be unique. There will always be things that take you by surprise. But there are *some*…
We know firsthand that it’s totally tempting to activate sloth mode when you’re pregnant. You’re growing a baby … Isn’t that, like, enough hard work? Ha, just kidding. Everyone knows that maintaining your fitness during pregnancy is vital. (But if you’re new here and were kind of hoping for a permission slip to sloth it…
Make a baby, they said. It’ll be simple, they said. You’re a woman; it’s natural. ‘Cept, let’s be real … Some of the stuff that happens to your body during pregnancy definitely does not feel natural or normal (even if we promise it is). And if you’re doing this baby-making business for the first time,…
You’ve probably heard that about the power of positive thinking, right? Not in a woo-woo-manifestation way (but go for it, if that’s your thing!), but more in a building-vital-neural-pathways way. Psychologists state that the things we repeat to ourselves (both internally and verbally) become beliefs. And those beliefs, in a multitude of ways, impact our…
There are cots to be built, books to be read and babies to be birthed. Gulp. As we say in our Pre-Bump Manual: Pregnancy isn’t all sunshine and glow. We get it. BUT. Not only can you do this (and do it while showcasing your signature style of awesomeness) but you can do it with…
Okay, so there’s a lot of information out there about how to prepare your home – and life – for a new baby. But what about preparing your body for post-birth healing? ‘Cause as cute as your new bundle of joy might be, the truth is that they did (or will) leave their mark on…
Here at Body Beyond Birth, we’re allllll about helping you build a strong, healthy and physically capable body before and after birth. And our go-to BFF for doing just that will always be physiotherapy and Pilates-based exercises. (Can we hear a ‘whoop whoop!”) BUT – not all Pilates exercise are suitable for every stage of…
Psst – Bookmark this page, pregnant babe! Growing a baby isn’t some side gig, girl. It’s a full-time, 24 hours a day, seven days a week for 40 weeks deal. There is no time off or paid leave (ha, if only!) Which means, when it’s sleep time … it’s still baby-growing time in your belly.…