In this episode of Birthing Instincts, Blyss and Dr. Stu welcome Lindsey Mathews Cantu, a strength and conditioning coach at Birthfit. Birthfit offers specialized strength and conditioning training tailored for mothers and their motherhood journey. Throughout the conversation, Lindsey shares her personal experience of giving birth and discusses how her philosophies influenced this meaningful moment. She also explains how her birthing experience inspired her to develop various programs and offerings at Birthfit.

Listeners will learn about the seven pillars of optimal birth and the benefits of adhering to them. According to Lindsey, several aspects are non-negotiable before, during, and after pregnancy: hydration, a well-balanced diet, quality sleep, and, of course, mild to moderate exercise. The transition into motherhood is one of the most physically and mentally demanding experiences a person can go through, and approaching it actively and thoughtfully is essential. Tune in to discover more!

About Lindsey Mathews Cantu

Doctor of Chiropractic, Strength and Conditioning Coach, NLP Practitioner, (Retired) Birth Doula, Yoga Instructor... Most important job - wife & mother.

Connect with Lindsey

• Website: BIRTHFIT.com
• Instagram: @BIRTHFIT

In this episode

• What are the 7 pillars of optimal birth and how you can improve them;
• How Lindsey's philosophies influenced her own birthing experience;
• The importance of postpartum (avoiding malnourishment);
• Lindsey's experiences impacted her programs on Birthfit;
• Lindsey's recommendations for postpartum;
• Why it is important to wait 6 weeks before starting exercising again.

Episode resources

• www.birthfit.com/blog/too-much-fitness
• www.caseymeans.com/goodenergy
• demosschiropractic.com
• www.polyvagalinstitute.org/whatispolyvagaltheory
• www.innatetraditions.com

This show is supported by

• WeNatal | Go to WeNatal.com/Birthinginstincts for a free magnesium with any subscription order. 
• BIRTHFIT | Go to birthfit.com and use the code INSTINCTS for 20% off any fitness program.
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