As I write this in April 2020 we are in rapidly changing times as the world tries to combat the COVID-19 pandemic. I’ve been having conversations with many expectant moms lately. One thing that comes up a lot is the fear of not being “ready for birth”.
First off, I want you to know that you are doing your best right now and that what you are going through is really hard. Getting ready for birth and motherhood in a time of a worldwide pandemic can be stressful to say the least.
The best advice I can give you is to continue working on your physical and mental preparation. Allow yourself to feel ALL the feelings. Additionally, talk to your partner about your concerns. Make a Plan A, B, and C. Trust the process and believe in yourself.
YOU ARE STRONG, YOU ARE CAPABLE, YOU ARE DOING YOUR BEST, YOU ARE READY FOR BIRTH.
1. Back and Hip Pain Relief
Back and hip pain is one of the most common complaints I hear from mamas-to-be. In this video, you will learn 4 key exercises to help relieve back pain. In addition, you will learn how to identify the root cause of the back pain.
2. Pelvic Floor Release
It is important to work on pelvic floor release throughout your pregnancy. This helps your body get used to the sensation of lengthening/relaxing of the pelvic floor muscles. When babe is crowning, your pelvic floor muscles will have to stretch 4 times their regular size. The deep squat is a great exercise you can do all the way until the end of your pregnancy to practice this lengthening component. In this video, I show you different deep squat variations so you can find the one variation that best supports your body.
3. Pushing in Labor
A lot of moms are not taught about body mechanics and what happens in their bodies during labor and delivery. Watch this video to learn my #1 tip for the pushing stage of labor. Once you understand how your body works, you will be able to push more effectively during labor.
My self-paced online pregnancy program, Pregnancy Power gives you all the tools and exercises to prepare both your mind and body for a positive birth. This one-of-a-kind program includes powerful birth preparation techniques, revolutionary pushing techniques, purposeful pregnancy workouts, and mental preparation to help you stack the odds in your favor for birth. Learn more about Pregnancy Power here and start your journey to an empowering birth!
Also checkout my FREE Resource: 5 Purposeful Pregnancy Exercises Every Woman Should Be Doing. This is a great resource to help build a strong foundation throughout your pregnancy and beyond.
