The Lady Birds

In this personal update episode, Becky and Jessica talk about what it actually means to feel “back to normal” after having a baby — physically, mentally, and emotionally. They discuss their experiences with identity shifts, alone time (or lack thereof), tantrums, toddler chaos, and redefining what “normal” even means in motherhood. 

In this episode:

🧠 redefining “normal” postpartum

💪 feeling strong again - physically and mentally

😵‍💫Toddler tantrums

❤️‍🔥 the loss (and rediscovery) of self

🌙 carving out alone time in motherhood

🏃‍♀️ returning to running, movement, and confidence

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💪 We have 2 more spots left in the last class of the Fall Prenatal Series - Pelvic Floor Relaxation & Birth Prep on Dec 5th! Register here: https://www.ladybirdpt.com/fall-movement/p/relax-and-prep-class

Hey y’all, and welcome back to The Lady Birds Podcast! This week, Becky and Jessica are back with part two of our support garment series! In part one, we covered belly bands — what they’re good for, when to use them, and how they differ from SI belts. 

Now we’re diving into SI belts: what they are, who actually benefits from them, and how to tell the difference between a soft “hug” of support and a belt that gives real mechanical stability. From fitting tips to how long to wear them (and when not to), this episode is packed with grounded, evidence-based insights that make pelvic pain feel a little less mysterious and a lot more manageable.

✨ Here’s what we cover: 🩺 The difference between an SI belt and a belly band — and why structure matters 🤰 Diagnoses that benefit most (SI joint pain, low back pain, and some pelvic girdle pain) 🧣 How to test if a belt might help 📏 Fitting tips: where it should actually sit and how tight to wear it 💪 Why SI belts are tools, not fixes and how they can bridge you to strength work 🧠 Why relaxin isn’t the real cause of pelvic pain

Whether you’re pregnant, postpartum, or just trying to make sense of pelvic pain, this one’s a quick but practical listen that’ll help you understand your body — and maybe laugh along the way.

Episodes we reference:Belly bands: https://open.spotify.com/episode/6UyEnYP6PyLXpgWvejEoHL?si=Wqkqz4pRQTitoA63y5Ts_wSIJ pain in pregnancy and postpartum: https://open.spotify.com/episode/5JtzgLsEyhA1Qp0CwNuXUq?si=_-s6wFToSpivCgTjRIQevQ

Find us:📩 [email protected] 📸 Instagram: @ladybirdpt 🌐 Book a visit or join our email list at ladybirdpt.com 📝 Leave us a review so more parents can find us 🗓 Check out our upcoming events prenatal fall series (https://www.ladybirdpt.com/events-in-austin-tx) and birth prep class with Oak + Lotus Yoga (https://www.oakandlotusyoga.com/laborprep)

Ever wonder why your SI joint suddenly starts screaming during pregnancy? In this episode, Becky and Jessica break down why sacroiliac joint pain happens, how to tell if it’s actually your SI joint, and what you can do to feel better both during and after pregnancy. From posture tweaks to smart strengthening and pelvic floor PT insights, if you only take one thing away from this podcast, let it be to uncross your legs if you have SI pain.

✨ Here’s what we cover:

🦴 What the SI joint actually is— and why it gets blamed for so much

🤰 Why “it’s just the relaxin” isn’t the full story for pain

💪 How strength work during pregnancy sets you up for smoother recovery

🚫 Movements and habits that secretly irritate your SI joint

🏋️‍♀️ Safe, pain-friendly strength exercises to start with (and ones to consider avoiding)

💆‍♀️ What manual therapy can (and can’t) do

Whether you’re dealing with SI pain for the first time or it’s followed you into postpartum, this one’s for you — simple, evidence-based, and judgment-free.

Find us:

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🌐 Book a visit or join our email list at ladybirdpt.com

🗓 Check out our upcoming events prenatal fall series (https://www.ladybirdpt.com/events-in-austin-tx) and birth prep class with Oak + Lotus Yoga (https://www.oakandlotusyoga.com/laborprep)

This week, we sat down with Maggie Brewer and Laura Burton, licensed speech-language pathologists and co-founders of Nest Infant and Caregiver Support, to tackle one of the messiest, most confusing parts of parenting: starting solids. From baby-led weaning to purees, choking vs. gagging, and why responsive feeding matters more than the method, this conversation is packed with real-life wisdom (and reassurance that you’re not doing it “wrong”).

In this episode you’ll find:

🥑 What developmental readiness for solids really looks like

🥄 Baby-led weaning vs. purees — pros, cons, and blending both

😳 Choking vs. gagging: how to tell the difference and respond

🥤 Sippy cups, straws, and open cups explained

🍼 Why responsive feeding is the thread through every approach

😅 Managing the anxiety (and the mess!) of mealtimes (although this could've been an episode on it's own!

Whether your baby’s first bite is avocado strips or mashed sweet potato, the “right” way is the one that feels safe and doable for your family.

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✨ Connect with Maggie & Laura from Nest Infant Support:

🌐 nestinfantsupport.com

📸 Instagram: @nestinfantsupport

👍 Facebook: Nest Infant Support, PLLC

And don’t miss their virtual Solids Class on October 22nd with Dr. Alex Florence of Happy Trails Pediatrics — combining feeding therapy expertise with pediatric insight.

Find it here: https://buy.stripe.com/cNi7sM5Tx0l40cv8klbZe04

In this catch-up episode, we’re talking all about life with our girls (who still babies in our minds, but really toddlers). From breastfeeding and pumping highs and lows, to picky eating battles, nap transitions, and the bittersweet feelings about leaving the baby stage behind — we would love to say we left nothing out, but true to ourselves we still have so much to catch up on! Don't miss our next personal update episode in a few weeks!

In this episode:

🍼 Breastfeeding vs. weaning

🥦 Toddler food wins (and fails)
😴 Nap transitions & sleep regressions
👶 Missing the itty-bitty baby stage

💪 Parenting through phases & finding perspective
Whether your toddler is eating blueberries for dinner or refusing to nap, we hope this episode makes you feel a little more seen in the chaos.

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Announcements!

We've been nominated for 2 categories for Best In Birth and we are THRILLED! Please vote for us for Best Pelvic Floor Physical Therapists and Best Podcast. You don't have to be local to vote, just scroll through to categories 19 and 21 and vote for Lady Bird! We appreciate your support so, so much!

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If you’re local to Austin, check out our events page to see if you can make our Fall Prenatal Series. This three-part series at Lady Bird PT is designed to help you feel strong, supported and ready for birth and recovery. Each session will give you practical tools you can use right away, whether you’re looking to prepare your body for labor, keep moving safely during pregnancy, or learn strategies to reduce tearing and push confidently.

Pregnancy belly bands get recommended everywhere — but are they really worth it? In this episode, Becky and Jessica dig into what the research says, who actually benefits, and how these compressive bands differ from other support garments. We cover belly bands in pregnancy (think back pain, belly heaviness, and everyday discomfort) as well as the real role they play after birth, especially after a C-section. It’s a short, no-BS conversation with the evidence, clinical insight, and lived experience you’ve come to expect from us.

✨ General belly discomfort vs. true pelvic girdle pain

🔎 What the research actually supports (and what it doesn’t)

🙅🏽‍♀️ Diastasis prevention myths we can officially let go of

👶🏽 The one postpartum scenario where bands are clearly helpful

⚖️ Can a compression garment actually be too tight? (Spoiler - yes!)

🩺 Why a belly band is a “bandaid” — not a long-term fix (and why that’s not always a bad thing)

At the end of the day? Try it. If it feels good, amazing. If not, there are plenty of other options.

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We’re back with Dr. Amanda Horton for part two of our high risk pregnancy management deep dive — this time focusing on gestational diabetes. From how it develops (spoiler: the placenta) to diet, exercise, insulin, and what it means for labor and delivery, Dr. Horton walks us through practical management and long-term considerations.

✨ What you’ll hear in this episode:

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In this episode, we sit down with Dr. Amanda Horton, a maternal-fetal medicine (MFM) specialist, to dig into what MFMs actually do and why their expertise matters in complex pregnancies. We focus on hypertension in pregnancy, from preexisting high blood pressure to gestational hypertension and pre-eclampsia. Dr. Horton shares clinical insights, patient stories, and practical takeaways for providers and parents alike.

✨ What you’ll hear in this episode:✨

👩‍⚕️ What maternal-fetal medicine is

💉 The most common conditions MFMs manage

🩺 Why blood pressure control in pregnancy matters for lifelong health

⚡ How hypertension impacts both parent and baby

🧠 The challenge of educating without fear-mongering

❤️ Patient-centered ways to support health literacy and compliance

Hypertension may sound scary, but with the right care and education, pregnancy can be managed safely — and knowledge really is power.

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Today, we're sharing Jessica’s birth story — a positive, hospital induction that brought baby Colleen into the world to the soundtrack of Taylor Swift. From burnt eggs,  to pitocin contractions, nitrous regrets, and that sweet epidural bliss, this one’s real, funny, and full of heart.

In this Episode: 🗞️ Big feelings about SCOTUS and queer rights 💧 Foley bulb, Pitocin, and all the juicy labor details 🚿 Shower coping + Greta’s adductor power 🙃 Nitrous oxide (spoiler: she hated it) 💉 Top 5 naps - thank you epidural! 👶 What Jess talks about with every patient - pushing and tearing! 🍼 Early breastfeeding + Tamagotchi parenting 🎶 Colleen’s birth to “Wildest Dreams” by Taylor Swift

Resources and Episodes Mentioned: 🎧 Episode 21: Induction of Labor, an Interview with Dr. Romy Ghosh🎧 Episode 27: Becky’s Birth Story🎧 Episode 29: An interview with Sunayna Weber, IBCLC for information about breastfeeding, feeding your baby and more !🌈 Connecting Rainbows — Legal resources for LGBTQ+ families @connectingrainbowsorg on Instagram

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In this episode, we’re joined by our own lactation consultant, Sunayna Weber, IBCLC and founder of It’s More Than Milk. Sunayna brings an empathetic and practical perspective on preparing for, navigating, and sometimes struggling through your baby-feeding journey. We talk about what to do during pregnancy to set yourself up for feeding success, how to tell when something’s off, and finish the conversation talking about common myths and problems that she hears on a day to day basis. Whether you’re breastfeeding, pumping, combo-feeding, or figuring it out in real time—this episode is full of validation, real answers, and zero judgment.

In this episode:

🍼 What to do during pregnancy to prep for feeding

🤱 Why "breastfeeding is natural" is misleading

⚠️ Red flags to look out for in the early days

🌙 Hormonal shifts at 6 and 12 weeks

🍪 The truth about lactation cookies

💗 How she handles hard discussions on sensitive situations (like deciding to no longer breastfeed)

🔥 If you're feeding your baby, you’re a badass bitch

Feeding your baby can be hard, emotional, empowering, messy—and you don’t have to do it alone.

To find Sunayna and her amazing team:

📸 Follow us on Instagram: @itsmorethanmilk

🌐 Book a visit: www.itsmorethanmilk.com

Links Mentioned today regarding medication and breastmilk

Infant Risk Center

E-lactancia - for resources in Spanish

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