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A podcast dedicated to helping you have a healthy pregnancy, confident childbirth and strong recovery. In this podcast, we will cover the strategies to help you stay healthy and active during pregnancy, and confidently recover after childbirth, so that you can get back to your old (new) self, with a bubba by your side. You will find some amazing interviews with professionals covering breastfeeding with lactation consultants, childbirth with midwives and doctors, as well as birth stories from mamas just like you, designed to help educate and inform. How do I stay active & healthy during pregnancy? How can I look after my pelvic floor & core muscles? How can I feel confident heading into childbirth? How do I get strong again after birth, so that I can get back to doing what I love? This podcast will leave you feeling supported, inspired and ready to tackle this new journey. I myself, Kath Baquie am a mum of 3 young girls, a physiotherapist working in women’s health, and I am the creator of FitNest Mama which has online workouts and resources, helping women stay healthy during pregnancy, and have a strong postnatal recovery. Disclaimer: The content in this podcast is general in nature and should not replace the advice of your healthcare professional. For freebies and to find out more information head to https://www.fitnestmama.com or Instagram @fitnestmama. 

Pregnancy, Birth and Recovery: FitNest Mama Kath Baquie

    • Kids & Family
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A podcast dedicated to helping you have a healthy pregnancy, confident childbirth and strong recovery. In this podcast, we will cover the strategies to help you stay healthy and active during pregnancy, and confidently recover after childbirth, so that you can get back to your old (new) self, with a bubba by your side. You will find some amazing interviews with professionals covering breastfeeding with lactation consultants, childbirth with midwives and doctors, as well as birth stories from mamas just like you, designed to help educate and inform. How do I stay active & healthy during pregnancy? How can I look after my pelvic floor & core muscles? How can I feel confident heading into childbirth? How do I get strong again after birth, so that I can get back to doing what I love? This podcast will leave you feeling supported, inspired and ready to tackle this new journey. I myself, Kath Baquie am a mum of 3 young girls, a physiotherapist working in women’s health, and I am the creator of FitNest Mama which has online workouts and resources, helping women stay healthy during pregnancy, and have a strong postnatal recovery. Disclaimer: The content in this podcast is general in nature and should not replace the advice of your healthcare professional. For freebies and to find out more information head to https://www.fitnestmama.com or Instagram @fitnestmama. 

    What are some steps to follow post c-section for a smoother recovery? [Listener question]

    What are some steps to follow post c-section for a smoother recovery? [Listener question]

    What are the steps to help maximise postpartum recovery after a caesarean birth?

    In this solo episode I discuss things to consider during pregnancy as well as the postpartum phase.

    In particular we discuss:
    - pregnancy fitness for caesarean birth recovery
    - ways to help re-gain strength / energy / fitness / mobility post birth
    - overall health and wellness in the postpartum period.



    LINKS:
    Preparing for birth Pelvic health checklist
    Free 7 Day Trial Pregnancy Workouts
    Free 7 Day Trial Postnatal Workouts
    FitNest Mama Website
    Instagram @fitnestmama

    ** This podcast has general information only. Always seek the guidance of your doctor or other qualified health professional with any questions or concerns you may have regarding your health or medical condition.  

    • 17 min
    Will I have difficulty birthing with overactive pelvic floor muscles? [Listener question]

    Will I have difficulty birthing with overactive pelvic floor muscles? [Listener question]

    In this episode I answer a recent listener question "I’m a runner and have high tone pelvic floor muscles.  Will i have difficulty birthing my baby?"

    This episode is perfect if you are pregnant and you are keen to consider all your birth options.

    I discuss:
    Risk of pelvic floor trauma with childbirthThings to be aware of with pelvic floor musclesOther considerations when taking into account pelvic floor and birthing options.How to reduce risk of pelvic floor trauma with childbirth.LINKS:
    Preparing for birth Pelvic health checklist
    Free 7 Day Trial Pregnancy Workouts
    Free 7 Day Trial Postnatal Workouts
    FitNest Mama Website
    Instagram @fitnestmama

    ** This podcast has general information only. Always seek the guidance of your doctor or other qualified health professional with any questions or concerns you may have regarding your health or medical condition. 

    • 13 min
    Elective caesarean, pro dancer, being pelvic floor trauma informed [Birth story with Millie]

    Elective caesarean, pro dancer, being pelvic floor trauma informed [Birth story with Millie]

    In this birth story, Millie, a professional dancer, shares her pregnancy journey, birth story and recovery journey.

    She discusses her heavy work commitments whilst pregnant, why her birth choice included an elective caesarean, and how she supported her postpartum recovery and returning to dancing.



    LINKS
    Preparing for birth Pelvic health checklist
    Free 7 Day Trial Pregnancy Workouts
    Free 7 Day Trial Postnatal Workouts
    FitNest Mama Website
    Instagram @fitnestmama
    Millie's Instagram: @millieslennett


    ** This podcast has general information only. Always seek the guidance of your doctor or other qualified health professional with any questions or concerns you may have regarding your health or medical condition. 
    BabyBee Website (sign up to newsletter to stay in the loop): https://babybeeonline.comUltimate pram guide: https://babybeeonline.com/pages/the-ultimate-pram-guide20% Discount: Code 'FITBEE20' T+Cs apply

    • 42 min
    Birth story with Jo [2nd VBA2C, fourth baby]

    Birth story with Jo [2nd VBA2C, fourth baby]

    Today's birth story is with Jo who is an everyday mama of 4 who shares her story about her 2nd VBA2C and transition to being a mother of 4.

    Jo shares the struggle she went through with navigating the hospital system with her 2nd VBA2C, and provides some tips and tricks as to how she navigates parenthood and life with 4 children.


    LINKS:

    Preparing for birth Pelvic health checklist
    Free 7 Day Trial Pregnancy Workouts
    Free 7 Day Trial Postnatal Workouts
    FitNest Mama Website
    Instagram @fitnestmama


    Jo's Instagram: www.instagram.com/the_everyday_mumma
    Previous episode with Jo [3rd baby, 1st VBA2C birth story].


    ** This podcast has general information only. Always seek the guidance of your doctor or other qualified health professional with any questions or concerns you may have regarding your health or medical condition. 
    BabyBee Website (sign up to newsletter to stay in the loop): https://babybeeonline.comUltimate pram guide: https://babybeeonline.com/pages/the-ultimate-pram-guide20% Discount: Code 'FITBEE20' T+Cs apply

    • 34 min
    Supporting your mental health postpartum

    Supporting your mental health postpartum

    Today I chat with Claire, a maternal child health nurse/midwife and founder of Safe Hands Early Parenting about mental health in the months after you welcome your baby.


    Claire combines her professional and personal experience to help expectant parents (and those already in the thick of it!) feel empowered and more supported in their experience of raising their baby/toddler.
    We discuss:
    Ways to support your mental health in the postpartum.Importance of self-care.Finding your village.Difference between a tough day/week and postnatal depression or anxiety.What are the next steps if you have concerns about your mental healthLINKS:
    Preparing for birth Pelvic health checklist
    Free 7 Day Trial Pregnancy Workouts
    Free 7 Day Trial Postnatal Workouts
    FitNest Mama Website
    Instagram @fitnestmama

    Claire's Instagram/TikTok: @safehandsparenting @themoment.podcast
    Claire's website: www.safehandsparenting.com.au

    Mum Mood Booster - https://www.mummoodbooster.com/public/
    Dad Booster - https://www.dadspace.com.au/dad-booster-study/
    Mum2BMoodBooster - https://www.mum2bmoodbooster.com/public/

    PANDA helpline: 1300 726 306
    Lifeline: 13 11 14
    Beyond Blue - https://www.beyondblue.org.au/mental-health/check-your-mental-health


    ** This podcast has general information only. Always seek the guidance of your doctor or other qualified health professional with any questions or concerns you may have regarding your health or medical condition. 
    BabyBee Website (sign up to newsletter to stay in the loop): https://babybeeonline.comUltimate pram guide: https://babybeeonline.com/pages/the-ultimate-pram-guide20% Discount: Code 'FITBEE20' T+Cs apply

    • 36 min
    Pelvic floor trauma and birth - let's open up the conversation

    Pelvic floor trauma and birth - let's open up the conversation

    Lets open up the conversation about pelvic floor trauma and birth.

    In today's episode I discuss the topic of prenatal pelvic floor education and beneficial outcomes post birth.

    LINKS:
    Preparing for birth Pelvic health checklist
    Free 7 Day Trial Pregnancy Workouts
    Free 7 Day Trial Postnatal Workouts
    FitNest Mama Website
    Instagram @fitnestmama

    Research discussed:

    Johnson et al 2022, The Importance of information: Prenatal education surrounding birth-related pelvic floor trauma mitigates symptom-related distress.  https://www.ingentaconnect.com/content/wk/jwh/2022/00000046/00000002/art00002


    ** This podcast has general information only. Always seek the guidance of your doctor or other qualified health professional with any questions or concerns you may have regarding your health or medical condition. 

    • 11 min

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