The Healthy Post Natal Body Podcast
Post-natal expert Peter Lap hosts this podcast covering all aspects of post-natal health and exercise. He answers listener questions and interviews expert guests on topics like diet, mindset, and the challenges of parenting. The show offers practical advice and a humorous take on the realities of raising young children.
Episodes
What kind of exercise is best during pregnancy?
Send us Fan MailIn the second of a line of shorter episodes, where I just answer some straightforward questions;What kind of exercise should you be doing during your pregnancy?Is there anything you should avoid?How should you structure it?What should you pay attention to...And, should you START exercising during pregnancy?All that, in ten minutes...with a bit of music added at the end!What's
FTV; "How can she hurt her babies?" Post Partum Psychosis with Dr. Theresa Costales
Send us Fan MailFrom the vault;I've seen a lot of comments regarding PPP and the Lindsay Clancy case and it shows just how massively misunderstood Post Partum Psychosis really is. And it's really tragic. We have to get the word out that help is available and that help works!!I did this interview with Dr Theresa Costales in 2024, she is the Arizona Medical Director for Connections Health
What type of exercise is best post-partum?
Send us Fan MailThis week I am trying a shorter version of the podcast where I just answer one question that comes up regularly (Yes, I am that lazy ;)This week the question is "What type of exercise is best postpartum? Yoga, strength training, Pilates?..What should you do, and why?As always; HPNB still only has 5 billing cycles. So this means that you not only get 3 months FREE access, no o
FTV Raising Emotionally Healthy Boys with Dr Gloria Vanderhorst
Send us Fan MailFTV this week as it's an important thing to discuss;Have you ever wondered why, when we all say we want emotionally healthy boys/men, society makes it soo difficult to teach them how to be emotionally healthy and well rounded?This week I have the pleasure of being joined by Dr Gloria Vanderhorst.Dr Vanderhorst is a psychologist who has 50 years of experience working with anyth
Just how important is post-partum protein REALLY? Should it really be your focus?
Send us Fan MailIn the most waffliest of waffling episodes I have EVER recorded (and I have done my fair share over the past years) I talk about the importance of protein postpartum.Or actually, I talk about many things and point out that protein isn't the be-and-end all that people claim it is..Or at least it shouldn't the main goal if your increase your calorie consumption.We often ten
FTV; Fitness After 40 with Brad Williams
Send us Fan MailFTV; In this week's episode I am joined by Personal trainer, gym owner, podcast host and all-round good guy Brad Williams.California based Brad specialises in working with men and women over 40 and we talk about the differences that he sees in how someone over 40 should eat and train compared to someone in their 20s.Some of the things we touch on are;Life is different for the
Vaccines, what EXACTLY are they and how do they REALLY work? With Dr Michael T Myers Jr MD
Send us Fan MailThis week I am delighted to finally bring you the interview I did with Dr Michael T Myers Jr MD about vaccines.Just to let you know who he is;Dr. Michael T. Myers Jr., MD was the Chief of Primary Care, Pediatrics, and Practice Transformation for Summit Health New Jersey, one of the state’s largest medical groups, before he retired in 2025. A physician leader with more than 35 years
Is C-section recovery different? And GLP-1 meds postpartum??????
Send us Fan MailThis week, fresh off the press, I am talking about C-section recovery and GLP-1 Medication.I've had some questions and articles sent to me about both so thoughtit'd be nice to cover the topics.Is C-section recovery really that different from a vaginal birth recovery that you need a different program?Why you should always, ALWAYS, see a pelvic floor physio postpartum, even
FTV Stop the yelling Interview with Child Behavior Specialist Laura Reardon
Send us Fan Mail FTV On this week's episode I am joined by Laura ReardonLaura Reardon is a certified Child Behaviour Specialist, she is trained as an Emotion Coach, Childhood Anxiety Coach, and Parent Coach, and she’s the founder of Laura Reardon Coaching. Laura helps parents who feel frustrated, worried, and unsure how to respond when their kid reacts to their big emotions like anger and anx
Understanding RED-S And Why Your Period Matters with Allison Yamamoto
Send us Fan MailFrom the vault, as promised last week, an episode I did a while ago.Did you know that overtraining/undereating and and the exercise/food balance can impact your menstrual cycle, bone health, and mental health?Especially for women who's body has just gone through an intense, and often traumatic, experience like pregnancy and giving birth this can really have a huge impact on y
Stop Overpaying For "Premium Baby Formula"
Send us Fan Mail"Now with added Vit-D", "Helps support a healthy immune system" all these things basically mean one thing "This is more expensive".The baby formula industry is worth an astonishing $83BILLION a year.So should you buy "premium baby formula"? Is it worth the money? Or is the "regular stuff" actually fine?We all want what's best f
FTV Does exercise impact breastmilk production? Nutrition and fitness strategies with Ashley P Lambert
Send us Fan MailA From the Vault episode this week before I do an episode next week on baby formula. Are you concerned about your breastmilk production or have you heard that exercise can negatively impact on it?This week I have the please to sit down with expert Ashley P. Lambert to dispel myths and offer practical advice for new moms facing these challenges. Our conversation cuts through the mis
A Paraplegic Mom On Labour, Birth, And Recovery. With Ryan Rae Harbuck
Send us Fan MailFTV; She didn’t feel contractions, and she still delivered two healthy babies. That single fact opens a door most of us never think about: what happens when the usual pregnancy and postpartum “signals” are quiet or missing, and the system is built for people who feel everything?I have the pleasure of talking to Ryan Rae Harbuck. She is a swim coach, mom of two, and author of *When
Diastasis Recti Recovery...the next stage (a more in depth look)
Send us Fan MailAfter the "Diastasis Recti basics" episode from 2 weeks ago I had a few emails and questions so I decided to turn it into a little series.On this episode I go into a little bit more depth and talk about the most important exercise you can do to heal your diastasis; Breathing.Here's a link to the Corebreath video I mentioned.Then I talk about the importance of doing f
Postpartum recovery "advice" from 10+ years ago which really doesn't hold true anymore
Send us Fan MailFrom the Vault this week;I pulled out the 250th episode of the podcast and what better way to celebrate it, if that's the right term ;), than by sharing with you what I've learned in my decade+ long working in the postpartum recovery field.I talk about all the things I learned when I did my first postpartum qualification 10+ years ago that no longer hold true. I talk abou
Diastasis Recti Basics and postpartum neckpain..why a massage won't help!
Send us Fan MailThis week I am welcoming new listeners and, since it's been a while, I'm covering some basics about diastasis recti.What is the definition of it?What is it really?How to resolve it, which things to focus on etc.And, most importantly, whyit's not actually something to be scared of and how it can, almost always, be sorted with exercise.I also touch on postpartum neckpa
Pelvic Floor Reset After Birth w Yarlap's MaryEllen Reider
Send us Fan MailIn this week's episode we are talking Pelvic Floor with the amazing MaryEllen Reider.MaryEllen is the co-director of Yarlap, the wellness device to treat urinary incontinence and improve sexual performance and experience through muscle control. MaryEllen spends a lot of time researching and finding out what’s new in the pelvic floor world and the social media realm. She strive
FTV Postpartum Back And Knee Pain Fixes
Send us Fan MailDid you know that back and knee pain are very common post partum?Back in 2023 I recieved an email from a listener and that's what this week's show is all about;"I recently joined your program after reading your article about the connection between Diastasis Recti and lower back pain. After a few days of your workouts, I'm already feeling a difference. Your expla
Inter Connectivity; Why Postpartum Recovery Depends On Politics, Poverty, Inequality, Environment etc
Send us Fan MailAfter the episode about the "state of maternity care in the NHS", I had an email asking why I spoke about maternity care/pre-natal care/medical bias etc on a postpartum podcast, and it's an excellent question.As those who follow me on Threads, the only social media platform I'm active on, will know; I talk about many, many things on there..and hardly any straigh
FTV; Are NMN and NAD+ really the super supplements people claim?
Send us Fan MailAfter the episode from 2 weeks ago where I covered Protein, creatine etc. This week I'm tackling some of today's talked-about/hyped supplements and explain why it's crucial to approach them with a healthy dose of skepticism. Promising to clarify the role of trendy options like NAD, NAD+, and NMN, Can boosting naturally declining NAD levels truly reverse aging? And s
The state of postpartum care in the UK..Where it fails and how to fix it
Send us Fan MailThis week I bring you an episode on the state of postpartum care, as it relates to the mother, in the UK.Basically I have a look at where it fails, and it does, why it fails. How it can be improved and I even give a quick breakdown of the cost of improving it. It's nowhere near as expensive as you might think it is, and it's outrageous that it's not been done yet.Som
FTV Are supplements worth the money? Part 1; Protein, Creatine, vitamins and Bladder supplements
Send us Fan MailFrom the vault this week, before I do a full episode on the state of postpartum care in the UK next week,In a 2 part episode I am discussing some of the supplements that you might have seen promoted online. Week after next I'll cover NMN, NAD, CBD etc but this week I'm focusing on supplements much more common in the health and fitness world;Protein, Creatine, Vitamins and
"Life Specific" Postpartum Rehab is key, especially when you have a disability or impairment
Send us Fan MailI had a wonderful conversation with someone this week where she asked if a post-partum recovery program should be LIFE specific, if not sport specific.This was because she did not have use of her right leg, after an amputation, and she wondered if this meant that a postpartum recovery program would have to be amended to reflect this.This is an excellent question for anyone with a d
FTV Exercise during pregnancy and charlatans attacking C-sections
Send us Fan MailFTV This week I am a little bit upset.Not about the first subject which follows a question about what type of exercise, and at which intensity, is safe to do during pregnancy. That's a great question and a doddle to answer :)But I'm upset about the single worst Instagram video I have seen from someone working with babies. Here it is for those of you who want to have a loo
Above Navel diastasis, baby skin biome, hormone supplements and a better bra boosts performance!
Send us Fan MailFTV; In this week's episode I answer some of the questions that have come up this week.I talk about above navel diastasis and how the approach to recovery is slightly different from below navel, or completely open, DR. It's remarkably straightforward but still important to note the difference.I'm also talking about whether you should wash your baby with soap every da
Redesigning Work, And Self, After Birth with Rebecca Gleed
Send us Fan MailThis week I am delighted to be joined by Rebecca "Becky" Gleed (LMFT, PMH-C), Founder of The Perinatal & Reproductive Wellness GroupBecky is amazing, she's a therapist, author, podcast host and just overall a fount of knowledge.We're discussing many, many things including;What the postpartum period actually is.The difficulties going back to work postpartum.S
Q&A; Protein After Birth: How Much Is Enough? and "Does your personal trainer need to be a specialist?"
Send us Fan MailAs it's been a while; a new Q&A!!This week I answer questions on protein-levels for postpartum recovery (for athletes and non-athletes) and I explain why I think most people DO NOT need a Personal Trainer that specialises/has experience with a particular condition (AFTER rehab is completed, of course, because I'm not a maniac)As always; HPNB only has 5 billing cycles.
How will you know when your diastasis recti is healed?
Send us Fan MailI know I was supposed to put a fresh episode out this week but, as I explain in the intro, it's been a bugger of a week as my belved Yorkie suddenly took a turn for the worse and uunfortunately didn't make it.So, in short, I didnt feel like doing a fresh episode and will do one again next weekFrom Christmas 2024!!I had a wonderful email from someone in Mexico asking me th
FTV Social media safety and human trafficking prevention with Stephanie Olson
Send us Fan MailAs more Epstein files/emails have come out, I thought this was an important episode to bring back. This week I once again bring you the interview I did with Stephanie Olson. She's the CEO of the Set me Free Project, a prevention education organization on human trafficking, social media safety, and healthy relationships.We're talking social media safety;Is it a good idea
Another BIG Q&A; Failure Vs. Fatigue In Postpartum Training (no you don't need more burpees!)
Send us Fan MailAfter the technical difficulties last week, for which I humbly apologise, we're back on track with another Q&A!I discuss;The difference between Failure and Fatigue, and why it REALY matters for postpartum training.I also talk about why I'm "soo unprofessional" with regards to HPNB :)And, finally, the importance of "getting the basics right" and wha
FTV Postpartum recovery is nothing to be scared of. Don't worry about Diastasis, pelvic girdle pain, backpain..
Send us Fan MailIt's the start of the year and you'll be seeing a lot of fitness programs advertised at the moment. Yes,e ven postpartum ones.Most of them will be sold using the old tactic in the book, FEAR.So I bring you this episode I originally did in August of 2024. I try to highlight that postpartum recovery, and postpartum health issues, are generally nothing to be scared of.Diasta
Parenting Higher-Needs Kids With Calm, Skills, And Heart. Interview with Melissa Schulz
Send us Fan MailIt's the first proper episode of 2026!!This week I am over the moon to be joined by Melissa Schulz as we discuss parenting higher-needs kids. Melissa Schulz, MS, BCBA, is a parenting coach and behavior analyst with a Master’s in Psychology and is one of those people that you just make time for to listen to when they are willing to share their expertise :)We discuss many thing
Scope of practice..or "Stay in your lane!" Why it matters and why the lines are blurrier than you think
Send us Fan MailFor the first episode of 2026 (YAY!!) I thought it would be a good idea to bring out the "scope of practice" episode I did a while ago.You're going to get bombarded with ads for mealplans, personal trainers, gyms etc over the next few weeks and it can be very confusing as to who is actually qualified to say what.There are a tonne of Personal Trainers out there doing
FTV Why Physical Clearance Isn’t Emotional Readiness For Sex After Having A Baby with Courtney Boyer M.Ed., M.S.
Send us Fan MailFTV This week I have the absolute pleasure of being joined by relationship and sexuality expert, Courtney Boyer. M.Ed., M.S. Courtney is the author of "Not tonight, honey" (Why women actually don't want sex and what we can do about it) and we have a phenomenal conversation about postpartum intimacy touching on all, sometimes uncomfortable..for me at least, aspects o
Leaving Is Just The Start. How survivors rebuild safety, health and financial independence. With Cathlene Miner
Send us Fan MailTehis week I am absolutely over the moon to be joined by Cathlene Miner.Cathlene is a bestselling author, and the founder of Hopefull Handbags Global Non-Profit (HHG), a worldwide organization empowering survivors of domestic abuse and their children toward safety, health, wellness, and long-term financial stability. Cathlene founded Hopefull Handbags Global Non-Profit (HHG) in 20
FTV The Truth About Cycle Syncing And Smarter Training
Send us Fan MailFrom the Vault this week a timely episode on cycle syncing.You're going to see a lot of ads for fitness programs over the next month or so, that's what January always brings, and I thought this episode where I go over some of the claims made by people selling you programs might be useful.Is cycle syncing the next big breakthrough in fitness, or just another marketing gimm
The route to successful postpartum recovery with Physical Therapist Hallie Yanez
Send us Fan MailThis week I am delighted to talk all things postpartum recovery with the amazing Hallie Yanez. (@hallie.yanez on the old Instagram where you cool kids hang out)We discuss many, many things;From giving birth and early recovery to running and everything in between.What Hallie's approach to postpartum recovery looks like.Why "You can go back to exercising" isn't ac
“Don’t stretch postpartum!! Only do strength training!” Oh really?
Send us Fan MailIn a change from the forecast interview with Hallie Yanez, which we're now bringing you next week, I bring you a FTV episode on whether you should listen to people who say you should NEVER STRETCH POSTPARTUM!!And; is it good news if your muscle hurt after exercise or does it mean you're not very fit?And, a slight rant about the "best personal trainer in THE WORLD (or
FTV; Everything you should know about baby's wellbeing but probably don't. Interview with Danika Sanchez
Send us Fan MailFrom the Vault; This week I am joined by the wondeful Danika Sanchez as we talk about all things to do with looking after your baby in the best way possible.Danika is the owner of "Baby Step Concierge Nursing", in itself a fascinating idea already. She holds a BSN in nursing, an RNC for NICU, and is certified in neonatal touch and massage. We are talking about some of the
Inside "TheRUBY Postnatal": Postnatal Care That Puts Mom First. Interview with Robyn Jedkins and Lisa Heim
Send us Fan MailThis week I am delighted to be joined by Robyn Jedkins and Lisa Heim, who are the founders of "TheRUBY Postnatal".TheRUBY Postnatal is a postpartum care facility in Houston and it's a concept I think is fascinating.We constantly say things like "It takes a village to raise a child" and "postpartum mom should really have time to look after herself and t
From the vault; Diastasis questions answered and can you pause rehab exercise safely?
Send us Fan MailIn this week's episode from the vault I answer some diastasis recti related questions that come up regularly.I also talk about the having to take a break from rehab exercises. Of course it happens regularly that life gets in the way, is that a probolem or is it just not that big of a deal?Here are the questions I cover;1. I'm not sure I'm doing the home workouts righ
Q&A; Back Pain and Diastasis Surgery, The Perfect Exercise Plan And How Fear of Childbirth Affects the Labour Process
Send us Fan MailThis week I'm doing a littlew Q&A as it's been a while.First I talk about how diastasis recti surgery (tummy tuck) can help ease post-partum back pain. How does it work? What the issue is, Who might need it etc. etc.Secondly I go over an email I had from a listener, and HPNB member, who wanted to cancel the program because it's not right for her. MY advice is alw
Q&A Belly support bands during pregnancy and foods that increase breastmilk production?
Send us Fan Mail Could belly support bands, kino tape, belly wraps etc. be the hidden key to postpartum recovery? What about wearing one during your pregnancy, will that actually help prevent diastasis recti/pelvic girdle pain etc? In today's episode, I discuss the real deal with taping and belly bands during pregnancy. Despite their popularity, there's a lack of evidence to suggest they
Intentional Parenting: How to Raise Respectful, Boundary-Setting Children with Katherine Sellery
Send us Fan MailThis week I'm delighted to be joined by Katherine Sellery as we're talking intentional/conscious parenting.I absolutely love this subject as intentional/conscious parenting is quite far removed from the way most people my generation were raised and it's a delight to see a better, more engaging and empowering way is now becoming more popular.And Katherine is exactly t
Pelvic Floor Recovery: Why Online Programs Won't Work
Send us Fan MailOn this week's "from the vault" episode;A relatively short podcast. I mainly talk about why a program to heal your pelvic floor can not really be done/purchased online where as a program to heal Diastasis Recti can.There are some excellent pelvic floor specialists on Instagram and a lot of the information they give is very useful however I personally wouldn't re
Fertility Crisis: Why Couples Struggle to Conceive and what to do about it. With Dr Aumatma Simmons
Send us Fan MailThis week I'm delighted to be joined by Dr Aumatma Simmons as we discuss fertility.Dr. Aumatma is a double board-certified Naturopathic Doctor & Endocrinologist, in practice for close to 15 years. She specializes in fertility and is the best-selling author of two books: "Fertility Secrets: What Your Doctor Didn't Tell You About Baby-Making” and “(In)Fertility: St
"I'm doing everything right, why am I not losing weight?". The big question.
Send us Fan Mail From the Vault; This week I talk about one of the questions that comes up regularly in the day-to-day life of any personal trainer and dietitian."I am doing everything right, why am I not losing weight?".Fundamentally the answer is always "It's because you're not doing everything right", and this is what most personal trainers and dietitians will tell
The ins and outs of postpartum nutrition. With Danielle Rancourt (R.D)
Send us Fan MailThis week I'm delighted to talk postpartum nutrition with the mighty Danielle Rancourt.Danielle “Dani” is a Registered Dietitian and Certified Sports Dietitian based out of Grand Forks, North Dakota. She is the proud owner and founder of Pivot Nutrition Coaching, a virtual nutrition coaching program helping men, women and athletes achieve their health, performance and body com
The Perfect Diet Myth With Brian Keane
Send us Fan MailIn this week's episode I once again bring you an interview I did with personal trainer, author, podcast host and all-round-good-guy-and-happy-chappy Brian Keane.You might, or should I say "should", know Brian from the Brian Keane podcast ( which is one of THE top nutrition podcasts in the UK) and his social media presence. He is one of my favourite people in the heal
What if the way we go about teaching dyslexic children is wrong? Interview with Russell Van Brocklen
Send us Fan MailWhat do you know about dyslexia? Other than "it means someone has trouble reading", I mean.In one of the most eye-opening interviews I have done on this podcast, and we're on episode 329 or something!, I have the pleasure of talking to Russell Van Brocklen, the Dyslexia Professor.Russell has studied dyslexia for decades ( his initial research program was funded by t
Get the basics right. About exercise, diet...and podcasting
Send us Fan MailThis week I talk about the importance of getting the basics right.After recieving an email from someone who said that one of the advanced exercises was "too easy" I thought I'd better address the importance of focusing on the right bits.Quite often we can overcomplicate things and look for solutions that are rather elaborate rather than just making sure the basics ar
Raising Emotionally Healthy Boys interview with Dr Gloria Vanderhorst
Send us Fan MailHave you ever wondered why, when we all say we want emotionally healthy boys/men, society makes it soo difficult to teach them how to be emotionally healthy and well rounded?This week I have the pleasure of being joined by Dr Gloria Vanderhorst.Dr Vanderhorst is a psychologist who has 50 years of experience working with anything from preschoolers to adult and she offers a fascinati
Busting the Myth: The Truth About Planks After Pregnancy
Send us Fan MailFrom the vault;This week I talk about the importance of doing plank exercises if you're working on your postpartum recoveryToo often do I hear "Planks are dangerous to do post-partum" or "avoid doing planks or you'll make your diastasis worse".This is complete nonsense. Planks are your friend post-partum but you kind of have to know what you're do
Listener email; "Pete, 3 kids and I feel haggard...any tips??"
Send us Fan MailToday I'm responding to an email from a listener;"Hi Pete, Love the program and what you’re doing with it and like the podcast as well! I had my 3rd about 6 months ago and ever since then I look, and feel, haggard…I know this comes with the territory but its kind of getting to me…any tips?"So that's what I'm doing. Warning, it's NOT earth shattering ad
Stretching Vs Range of Motion work. Interview with Yogi Aaron (again)
Send us Fan MailIn January 2023 I released an interview I did with Yogi Aaron and I did not expect the blowback I received for this one (hahaha)!!This is one of those interviews where you have to actually listen past the few few minutes as the headline does not contain all the relevant information. But when you do, it all makes complete sense and you might even save yourself some valuable time and
Play Dumb and Sabotage: A Revolutionary Approach to Developing Your Child's Language Skills
Send us Fan MailYou know one of the often forgotten skills parents have to teach their children is speech and communication. Sure, we know it has to happen but, quite often, we don't actively think about this.This week I am joined by Jeaneen Tang.Jeaneen is a speech-language pathologist with over 20 years of experience working with early intervention (0-3 years old) to the elderly. She specia
Migraine Misunderstood: The Truth About Postpartum Headaches with Susannah Juteau
Send us Fan Mail In this weeks episode I bring you the interview I did with Susannah Juteau Susannah Juteau, MSc, CLT, RD, is a registered dietitian who specializes in headache and migraine nutrition for women. She has a bachelor’s degree in Neuroscience and a Master’s in Nutrition and Dietetics from McGill so she definitely is the person to listen to!We are talking about many things;The differen
What kind of training can, and can't, you do when you're pregnant?
Send us Fan MailThis week I talk about the types of sports, exercise, and training you can and can't do whe you're pregnant.This on the back of someone asking me if Olympic Lifting is a good sport to get in to.The do's and don'ts of exercise during pregnancy usually get massively exaggerated. As always, it isn't really rocketscience.I am talking about this and going throug
Maximise your social impact (in a shitty world) interview with Philantrophy expert Sharon Schneider
Send us Fan MailLet's be honest, it's a troubling world we live in these days and things can feel a bit overwhelming. How on earth do you make the world a bit better? Where do you even start?A few years ago I did an interview with Sharon Schneider and this interview has shaped a lot of the things I do in my life, and changed the path for HPNB as well. So today, I bring you this interview
Should an athlete's postpartum program be sport specific?
Send us Fan MailAfter last week's new episode here's a classic (which sounds rather self important tbh)I had a wonderful email from someone who said the following;Hi Pete, Long time no see, I hope you’re well. As you probably know I gave birth again a few months ago and am working with a team on my recovery. We’ve only really just started so I’m very early on. My physio is (name removed)
How long does postpartum recovery take without help? And, follow the RIGHT science communicators!
Send us Fan MailThis week I, once again, briefly touch on how long it takes to recover postpartum. This after a question from someone who asked "how long it would take to recover if you didn't do anything vs following a program".It's a fascinating question tbh and it kind of all depends on what you mean with "post partum recovery".I explain why I believe everyone need
"Activate your deep core" and "How much protein do you need post partum?
Send us Fan MailToday I talk about food and "the deep core"!!!After being asked "Should I eat more protein postpartum?", which is an awesome question, we discuss that.I talkabout how to set your plate up if you're looking to eat healthy.Where should you start? Which macros matter.... How much protein is enough and is protein the be-and-end-all?Then I talk about "deep
Diastasis; The Depth of the gap is more important? And "Does diastasis cause digestive issues?" again
Send us Fan Mail On this week's episode "The depth of the gap is more important than the width!" is a common phrase you hear these days from "diastasis recti professionals" but is it actually true?Can diastasis recti cause digestive issues? One "diastasis specialist" claims it could "because muscles aren't working properly and you need muscles to move f
Healing Your Own Trauma to Raise Healthier Children with Sari Rose Barron, LMFT
Send us Fan MailThis week I am delighted to be joined by Sari Rose Barron, LMFT, as we're talking postpartum mental health and how this feeds into parenting.What happens when your four-year-old's tantrum suddenly has you responding exactly like your father did—despite promising yourself you'd never parent that way? Why do certain moments with your children trigger intense emotional
Exercise during pregnancy and charlatans attacking C-sections
Send us Fan MailThis week I am a little bit upset.Not about the first subject which follows a question about what type of exercise, and at which intensity, is safe to do during pregnancy. That's a great question and a doddle to answer :)But I'm upset about the single worst Instagram video I have seen from someone working with babies. Here it is for those of you who want to have a look.Th
Is your belly doming? Do bodypillows made diastasis worse and give you hip problems? etc etc..more questions!
Send us Fan Mail This week I'm answering some more of your questions and emails,Will using a bodypillow during pregnancy really lead to greater diastasis recti and hip problems?Why learning to breathe properly is the single most important thing you can do for your post-partum recovery.I'm also talking about "doming" again And finally, why Gisele Bündchen is NOT the person you w
Body Confidence After Birth with Cat LaCohie
Send us Fan Mail Can burlesque become a tool for postpartum body confidence? This week I'm delighted to be joined by Cat LaCohie and we're talking everything body confidence.We explore the reality of societal pressures that many women face after pregnancy, and how Cat uses burlesque as a medium to reconnect women with their bodies and embrace self-love. But this episode is not just about
Back Pain and Diastasis: Too many people still don't see the connection!
Send us Fan MailThis week I am returning to the age old subject of diastasis and backpain.I saw a post on Threads this week from a VERY knowledgeable neurosurgeon that I follow, where she posted that she was surprised that after having had diastasis surgery her lower backpain was also gone.And I just thought; "Well, if she doesn't know about this connection then I clearly haven't sp
Some housekeeping; Bloating during the period, the FODMAP diet and deadlifting postpartum
Send us Fan MailI'm changing things around a bit at the podcast so a bit of housekeeping to start the episode withThis week I'm answering some great questions that I've had.You might have heard me talk about bloating and the impact on diastasis recti before.A great question this week was to do with bloating around your period and whether this also affects diastasis recti recovery.Th
C-Section Stigma and Diastasis Recti: What Every Mother Needs to Know
Send us Fan MailThis week it's just little old me again as I talk about the weird, frankly insane, stigma surrounding c-sections.A lot of chat on my social media feed was about c-section this week so I thought I'd spend a bit of time going over the numbers;What % of women give birth via c-section in various countries?What is the reason for most c-sections? (hint, it's not "too
Mental Health Prep: The Missing Piece in Pregnancy Preparation with Kayce Hodos
Send us Fan MailThis week I am delighted to be joined by Kayce Hodos as we're discussing perinatal mental health and why it's soo often overlooked as a natural part of pregnancy preparations.Kayce is a Licensed Clinical Mental Health Counselor and Perinatal Mental Health Specialist who helps anxious and overwhelmed moms navigate motherhood with confidence. Drawing from her own experience
"Adolescence"...Raising Tech-Healthy Humans interview with Daniel Sih
Send us Fan MailI'm tying in with the wonderful "Adolescence" program on Netflix this week as I did an interview that I think a lot of people will love on a subject that the program touches on.A couple of years ago I had the pleasure of talking to Daniel Sih; Daniel is an award winning author has written a tremendous book called "Raising Tech-Healthy Humans". It's a
Homeschooling isn't what you think it is, and it might actually be better. With Linsey Knerl
Send us Fan MailEvery now and again I am lucky enough to talk to someone who educates me about a subject I know very little, or have preconceived ideas about.This is one of those times. I am very lucky to be joined by Linsey Knerl this week as we're talking home schooling.Lynsey is the author of the Homeschool Hacks book" How to Give Your Kid a Great Education Without Losing Your Job (or
Open Adoption: The Good, The Unexpected and The Wonderful
Send us Fan MailAlthough in the UK Open Adoption is the norm that is not the case everywhere.This week I have the pleasure of talking to Ayo Haynes an, open adoption advocate, about the benefits and process of open adoption.What exactly is it?What are the benefits?How does it work?Did you know adoptive parents can experience similar physical symptoms after adoption as parents who gave birth do?How
Understanding Attachment Theory: How Childhood Bonds Shape Our Adult Lives with Bev Mitelman M.A.
Send us Fan MailThis week I am delighted to be joined by Bev Mitelman M.A. as we discuss "Attachment Theory",As I say several times throughout this podcast, this was an eye opening conversation for me.Prior to becoming a Certified Attachment Practitioner and founding Securely Loved, Bev was an Executive Leader, University Lecturer and published author, having obtained her Masters' D
How Traditional Chinese Medicine can aid your postpartum recovery
Send us Fan MailThis week I'm delighted to be joined by Brehan Crawford from Crawford Wellness as we discuss Traditional Chinese Medicine and the role it can play in your postpartum recovery. Note; We're talking the REAL DEAL TCM, not the weird "let me sell you stuff you don't need" American style TCM!Brehan has been practicing TCM for over 15 years;In his 20s he started s
Don't focus TOO MUCH on the rehab part of postpartum exercise
Send us Fan MailThis week I am waffling through another episode all by myself as I try to get the point across that a very narrow approach to postpartum recovery training will actually hurt you more than it will help.Basically I am saying that, by only focussing on things like diastasis recti, pelvic floor issues etc and ignoring "normal" upperbody training and movements, you're goi
Understanding and Preventing Pediatric Eating Disorders: Expert Insights with Jessica Setnick
Send us Fan MailThis week I have the absolute pleasure of being joined by pediatric eating expert Jessica Setnick ( MS,RD, CEDRD-S).Jessica is one of my favourite guests to have had on the show.We are talking everything to do with eating disorders in children;How it can start, how you can tell there are issues and how to start resolving it.Basically this is all about how you can help your child ha
More than Kegels, Postpartum urinary health. Interview with Dr Nigel Brayer
Send us Fan MailThis week I have the pleasure of talking to Dr Nigel Brayer DC, Ph.C., FIAMA about urinary health.Very often we hear stories from women, either postpartum or not, who complain about bladder weakness and leakage.There are a lot of supplements on the market that promise the world but always seem to under deliver and quite often "just doing your kegel exercises" isn't e
Navigating the Scope of Practice: Personal Trainers, Physios, Dieticians, Doctors..What can a personal trainer do?
Send us Fan MailOne of the ongoing discussions people in the health space (I'll include everyone in that; Doctors, Physios, Dieticians, Nutritionists, Personal trainers etc) keep having is about "scope of practice".For instance; Someone who is not a registered dietician can not give out personalised meal plans, telling you exactly what to eat. It doesn't matter whether they&apo
