Join Trish as she chats with Kim, prenatal/postnatal certified fitness coach & mom of three with one on the way, for simple ways you can stay fit during the pregnancy and postpartum period. 

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Kim shares her program that teaches pregnant women and new mothers how to maintain or begin routines that are easy and manageable regardless of their fitness background. 

They delve into various aspects of fitness and empowerment during pregnancy, sharing insights, experiences, and practical tips for expecting mothers. 

The discussion also explores personal birth experiences and the need for women to be knowledgeable and well-prepared ahead of their births, and of course, some tangents. 

“Just remember, give yourself grace. You don't have to do all the things. But it's really important to take care of that beautiful, powerful body of yours.” - Trish

00:00 Introduction and Welcome

00:35 Podcast Review and Listener Challenge

01:41 Kim's Personal Journey and Fitness Program

03:39 The Importance of Short, Manageable Workouts

11:22 Overcoming Comparison and Embracing Authenticity

23:36 The Power of Knowledge and Application in Pregnancy

24:56 Kim's Personal Birth Experience and Lessons Learned

26:44 The Fearless Birth Experience: Common Mistakes

27:53 The Unacceptable Practice of Non-consensual Episiotomy

29:53 The Power of Preparation and Knowledge in Childbirth

33:00 The Journey of a Third-time Mom

33:44 The Role of Online Communities in Shaping Birth Experiences

40:04 Exploring the Possibility of a Water Birth

42:28 Postpartum Fitness and Recovery

45:12 Wrapping Up: The Importance of Self-care in Pregnancy

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