In today’s episode of the To Birth and Beyond podcast, Anita and Jessie are busting some myths around prenatal exercise - a hot topic amongst clients and colleagues, alike. The conversation highlights the evolving understanding of women's health and fitness during pregnancy, encouraging listeners to engage with their bodies and seek professional guidance when needed.

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Resources and References 

• Bump to Birth - self-study course: bumptobirthmethod.com/
• Anita’s Prepare Your Pelvic Floor for Birth Workshop (start in any trimester): anitalambert.click/prenatal-pelvic-floor-birth-workshop

Show Notes 

0:55 - Anita’s Prepare Your Pelvic Floor for Birth Workshop

1:53 - Jessie and Anita introduce today’s episode subject!

2:32 - Myth #1: You shouldn’t start exercising during pregnancy if you weren’t active before pregnancy

6:56 - Myth #2: Avoid all core exercises during pregnancy

9:51 - Myth #3: Avoid strengthening your pelvic floor OR only do kegels

15:14 - Myth #4: You can’t lie on your back after your first trimester

17:24 - Myth #5: Lifting weights is unsafe in pregnancy

21:28 - Myth #6: Rest is always better than movement when you’re tired, achey or in pain

23:52 - Episode wrap up!