Birth Body Soul Blog
The Best Exercises to Rebuild Core Strength After a C Section (+VLOG)
Recovering from a C-section? Learn why your core needs a different approach—and the exact exercises that help you rebuild strength safely.
6 Simple Exercise Tweaks to Ease SI Joint & Pelvic Pain in Pregnancy and Postpartum (+VLOG)
Struggling with SI joint or pubic symphysis pain during pregnancy or postpartum? These 6 simple workout tweaks can ease discomfort and improve pelvic stability.
What Causes a C-Section Shelf? Is It Skin, Fat, or Something Else?
Struggling with a stubborn C-section shelf? Discover the real causes and what you can actually do to flatten it and feel better in your body.
The 6-Week Wait Rule Is Outdated — Here’s How to Start Postpartum Recovery from Day One
Think you have to wait 6 weeks to move postpartum? Learn how to safely start rebuilding strength, reconnecting your core, and feeling more like yourself—starting day one.
Is Working Out During Pregnancy Safe for My Baby? These 8 Health Benefits Say Heck Yes
Wondering if it’s safe to work out during pregnancy? Discover how prenatal exercise can benefit your baby’s heart, brain, and future health.
Yes, You Can Lift Weights During Pregnancy — And Here’s Why It’s So Good for *You*
Curious if it’s safe to lift weights during pregnancy? It’s not just safe—it comes with surprising benefits for your energy, comfort, and recovery.
What Hormonal Changes During Pregnancy and Postpartum Mean for Your Workouts and Recovery
Feeling weak, exhausted, or frustrated with your workouts during pregnancy or postpartum? Hormonal changes could be the reason…besides the whole growing and birthing a human thing…
If You Do Single-Leg Exercises—Lifting or Cardio—Don’t Sleep on This Muscle System (+VLOG)
Struggling with balance or pain during single-leg exercises? Learn 10 pregnancy and postpartum safe exercises to build strength, stability, and move pain-free!
5 Red Flags Your Postpartum Workouts Are Moving Too Fast for Your Core & Pelvic Floor
5 red flags that could mean you’re pushing too hard in your postpartum workouts. Learn what to do instead for a stronger, pain-free recovery!
Experiencing Pain in your Pelvis or Low Back During Pregnancy & Postpartum? Strengthen This to Feel More Supported.
Struggling with pelvic or low back pain in pregnancy or postpartum? Strengthen your Deep Longitudinal Sling with these 10 exercises for pain relief, improved stability, and to feel more supported.
Stuck on Your Back with an Epidural? Nope—Here’s How to Keep Your Hips Open and Baby Moving (+VLOG)
Learn how to keep your hips open and baby moving during labor with epidural-friendly positions for every stage of labor and pushing.
C-Section Scar Massage: Why Every Mom Should Try It & How to Get Started for Better Healing
Struggling with a tight, painful C-section scar or that stubborn ‘shelf’? Or worried about your scar healing well? Scar massage can help! Learn how just a few minutes a day can improve healing, flatten your scar, and restore core function.
Are You Clenching Your Way to Worse Prolapse Symptoms?
Could something you’re habitually doing be making your prolapse symptoms worse? Learn surprising connections and how a simple check-in can bring relief!
Pelvic Floor 101: What Every Pregnant Mom Needs to Know
The essentials of pelvic floor health during pregnancy! Learn all about your pelvic floor and why relaxation matters as much as strength. Get tips for a smoother birth and recovery and more!
Overcoming Postpartum Guilt: Why Exercise as Self-Care is a Necessity, Not a Luxury
If you’ve ever felt guilty for spending time on yourself instead of your baby, this is for you. Learn why postpartum workouts aren’t just self-care—they make you a better mom!