Uh-huh – you can, and you will! It’s 1:37 am, and the baby is crying. You *want* to get out of bed quickly and feed bubs, but you just can’t – and it’s not because you’re exhausted. You just literally cannot sit up straight. When you try, it feels like your abs are out to […]
Learn from Jackie’s experience: abdominal separation isn’t forever Hey girl, let’s make a promise. I promise to tell you *all* the details of my abdominal separation, and you promise to stick with me to the end and not freak out in the middle, ok? Deal. When I had twins, my abs basically blew up. No, […]
Think doing Kegels is old-school? We get it (but you should probably read this article.) Kegels are healthy, simple, and effective. Yeah, yeah, you know all that, right? And that knowledge totally won’t stop you from hating them. But … do you need them? Let’s find out. Owners of pelvic floor muscles (that’s you, gorgeous) […]
The secret to supercharging your core without putting your body at risk But first, a word. There’s a confusing bit of info going around, and it’s got to do with the m-word. That’s right: modifications. Specifically, the modifications you need to make to your normal exercises stay safe while exercising during pregnancy. And it’s true: […]
We’ll give you a hint: immediately! Uh-huh. Seriously. We know all about the circles your mind can run. And we know that, for many mommies, mental circles are the only running that gets done. Before you were pregnant, you might have liked the idea of exercise. You thought, “I’d love to do that … but […]
How to navigate exercising safely as your pregnancy progresses It goes without saying that your magnificent body will look a little (ok, ok, a LOT) different at nine months pregnant than it did at two months pregnant. And thank goodness! Your sweet bub needs his/her temporary home to adapt to all his growth – ‘cause […]
Should you exercise while pregnant? Absolutely! Here’s why. Spend any decent amount of time Googling around the pregnant part of the internet, and you’re bound to start thinking that pregnancy is a time when the things you shouldn’t do totally outnumber the things you should. And there are heaps of articles that give you conflicting […]
Advice you can take all the way to the delivery room We adore all the ways exercise can instantly change your day for the better. With just a ten-minute walk or a few squats, you get some time much-needed me time, a fantastic boost for your mood, and the promise of a better night’s sleep. […]
After you’ve had your baby, you’ll want two things: Snugs with bub Your body to feel “normal” again We’re pretty sure you’ve got the first one covered (preferably with a super soft fleecy blankie), but the second? Honey, that’s our territory. And we know that abdominal separation is one situation that can keep you from […]
If “finding” time to exercise has become an impossible quest, we’re here with a new map for you to follow. Because the fact is, gorgeous, no mom can “find” more time in her day. Every day has 24 hours, and when you’re caring for kids and nurturing your career (and doing the other million things […]