Wellness should be a major consideration for both expectant moms and moms who have just delivered their bundles of joy. Two Peas Wellness keeps this in mind as they advocate for intentional movement, real food nutrition, mindful awareness, and whole self wellness.
Casey Thomas Hardesty, owner of Two Peas Wellness, offered these four tips for both moms-to-be and new moms:
Find a trainer with knowledge.
Exercise is an important part of a healthy pregnancy. Be sure that your trainer is well educated in prenatal and postpartum fitness to help you on your journey.
Modification isn’t enough.
Don’t simply modify your existing fitness routine. Be intentional with your movements; you are now training for birth. Focus on body awareness, positioning, and breath and keep your long term core and pelvic health in mind.
Pregnancy is temporary; postpartum is forever.
Allow yourself time and grace to recover. It can take an average of 280 days to heal soft tissue. Doing too much too soon can set your fitness goals back much longer than taking it slow initially.
Listen to your body, but know what you need to be listening for.
Diastasis rectus abdominus (commonly seen as coning of the abdomen), leaking urine, hip or pelvic pain, and a feeling of bulging or heaviness in the pelvic area are symptoms that may need an evaluation by a professional as well as an adjustment to your fitness routine.
Not sure what movements are right for your pregnancy and postpartum journey? Schedule a consultation with us. We would love to help.
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