The Baby Sleep Connection: Holistic help for tired, responsive parents who don't want to sleep train

EP 5: Rediscovering Movement Post-Partum with Jessica Darling


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Heather Boyd chats with Jessica Darling, a personal trainer from Toronto, Ontario who specializes in prenatal and postpartum fitness. 

As a former competitive athlete, (rowing, cycling) and all round gym rat, Jessica loved feeling strong and pushing herself to the limits. After the birth of her daughter, jumping back into that kind of exercise wasn't the right fit. After some searching she found the right program that helped her rediscover my body and feel good in movement. It was a powerful experience that she wants to bring to all women.

Jessica takes a person-centered approach and uses breathwork and deep core awareness to help women reconnect with their bodies. From there she helps them build a path to a stronger self, no matter their life phase.  When she's not helping clients, you can find her somewhere outside, either on the water paddleboarding, rucking some trails or enjoying time with her family. 

In this episode we talk about:

  • Jessica’s personal journey from pregnant with hyperemesis gravidarum (HG) to a tired but strong mom!
    • Reframing what it means to adapt to your body and new role after birth 
      • Redefining what “counts” as exercise?

      • Where to start in reconnecting with your body post-partum

      • How to set expectations that help you, rather than prevent you, from progressing towards your goals

      • Navigating the false dichotomy of being a responsive parent AND taking care of your needs

      • What’s missing in post-partum support

      • Reframing our roles and priorities post-partum

      • Where to find Jessica:

        Website: www.mauvement.ca

        Social Media Handles: @jdarling   https://www.facebook.com/jdarling.fit

        Resources:

        Free "Return to Movement Guide" (https://jessicadarling.ck.page/freeguide). 

        1:1 coaching services virtually or in person in East York Toronto. 


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        4. Credits:

          🎵 Music: Jordan Wood

          🎙️Podcast coach: Min Sukree


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