Birth Body Soul Blog
Pregnancy, Postpartum & the Power of Chiropractic Care
Explore how gentle chiropractic care can ease pregnancy pain, support birth, and aid postpartum recovery—expert insights from Dr. Ivana Vargas.
Postpartum Fitness & Identity Loss: The Emotional Side of Postpartum Fitness
For the new mom struggling to find herself again. Rebuild strength, identity, and confidence with movement that meets you where you are.
Why You Need a Strong Back for Pregnancy and Pushing
Discover how a strong back supports your comfort, baby’s position and alignment, and powerful pushing during birth.
The 10 Biggest Pregnancy and Postpartum Exercise Myths—Debunked
Pregnancy & postpartum fitness myths—busted. Skip the fear, ditch the fluff, and learn what’s safe and smart for your workouts.
The Simple, Daily Habit That’ll Jumpstart Your Postpartum Recovery (+VLOG)
Feel stronger after birth and get back to workouts faster with this quick, daily habit that supports core, pelvic floor and full body healing
Is It Safe to Do High-Impact Workouts During Pregnancy?
Curious if your high-impact workout like running, bootcamp, or CrossFit is safe during pregnancy? Learn when it’s ok to keep going and when it’s time to pivot.
Struggling with a Low Belly Pooch? This Might Be Why
Wondering why your low belly won’t go away no matter what? This common, sneaky habit could be behind your core, breathing, and pelvic floor issues,
Does a Perineal Tear Impact Your Ability to Workout Postpartum?
Recovering from a perineal tear? Learn how to safely rebuild strength postpartum, ease symptoms, and return to fitness without setbacks.
How Moving in Active Labor Helps Your Baby Drop, Labor Progress, and Ease Your Discomfort
Learn how moving and shifting positions (epidural or not!) can ease contraction pain and help your labor progress.
Exercises That Support Your Pelvic Floor Better Than Kegels
Ditch endless Kegels. Try these full-body exercises to support your pelvic floor in pregnancy, postpartum & beyond—breathwork, mobility & strength.
Can Diastasis Derail Your Postpartum Running Comeback?
Should you run with a diastasis? You could, but it might lead to leaking, pain, or injury. Learn why addressing your core first is key—and how to make your postpartum running comeback safely and confidently.
How to Adjust Your Workouts as Your Pregnancy Progresses
Keep working out safely this pregnancy. Learn how to adjust your workouts by trimester to support your core, avoid pain, and feel strong for birth.
The Type of Core Training Missing From Most Pregnancy and Postpartum Workouts
Discover why anti-core training is the missing piece in most pregnancy and postpartum workouts—and how these moves build strength, stability, and long-term recovery.
Top Exercises to Relieve Back, Neck & Shoulder Pain From Nursing and Carrying Your Baby
Relieve back, neck, and shoulder pain from nursing and carrying your baby with these expert-approved mobility and strength exercises—each with a video demo.
Are Your Prenatal Upper Body Workouts Damaging Your Core?
Are your upper body workouts secretly straining your core? Discover the common mistakes pregnant women make—and how to modify your lifts in every trimester.