The Postpartum Shift

42. Does Your BMI Matter?


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What does your BMI really say about your health? 🤔 Many moms are told to focus on their BMI, but is it actually a useful number? In this episode, we dive into why BMI is outdated, what it doesn’t take into account, and the better ways to track your health and progress postpartum.

Here's a sneak peek:

[1:52] What is BMI and why it was created

[3:35] Indicators to look at instead of BMI

[6:44] Reasons why medical providers use BMI

[7:45] What should you focus on for your health?

[11:26] I share about my BMI and body type and why I don't try to get to the "normal" range for my height

BMI has been used for years as a health measurement, but it’s not the full picture. As moms, focusing on lab values, strength, endurance, and overall energy levels is far more important than a number on a chart. If you want to learn how to fuel your body for real, lasting health without stressing over BMI, join my free postpartum workshop! Link in the show notes.


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