The Lady Birds

In this episode, Becky and Jessica dive into the messy beauty of postpartum routines — or lack thereof. From tracking every diaper to full-on bath poops and unpredictable nap schedules, they reflect on how parenting expectations meet the real-world chaos. It’s a conversation filled with relatable moments, unexpected wins, and the sweet spot between over-preparing and letting go.

In this episode you'll find: 🍼 Navigating the chaos of postpartum work-life balance and hybrid childcare🛏️ The highs and lows of baby nap consistency — and what really throws it off🎉 Birthday wins: a solo workout, a massage, and the simple joy of no time constraints🧼 The bath poop saga: a parenting rite of passage?🥛 Dairy reintroduction drama — Noomi's Chobani review📱 Baby-tracking apps: essential tool or emotional support crutch?🧺 A very real discussion on laundry, wardrobe purging, and clothing overwhelm🦜 Colleen’s first big bird moment — and why feeding birds in public is banned (by us)

In part 2, Becky and Jessica take a deeper dive into diastasis recti. They unpack what doming and coning really mean, when to worry (and when not to), and why strength — not fear — is the answer. It’s part clinical breakdown, part real-life mom chat, and 100% designed to bust the myths we’ve all been fed about postpartum bodies.

We cover:
🧠 What doming and coning actually look like — and why it’s not one-size-fits-all💥 Hard vs. soft coning: how tissue quality changes your approach📚 Why TA activation isn’t the holy grail (and what muscles matter)
🏋️‍♀️ Yes, you can do crunches — listen for why!🙃 Why the “don’t do this with diastasis” lists are outdated and unhelpful💬 A study on diastasis possibly protecting against a certain pelvic health condition🔥 The truth about getting stronger: it’s not sexy, but it is the fix
 

The truth about getting stronger: it’s not sexy, but it is the fix Turns out, the best thing you can do for your core postpartum isn’t avoiding movement — it’s learning to trust your body again. 

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In this episode, the Lady Birds 🐦✨ have an honest conversation about the day-to-day realities of postpartum life: the overwhelm, the constant juggle between work and parenting, and the guilt that sneaks in no matter what you choose. From laundry piles and late-night scrolling to how we divide household tasks and protect the time we have with our babies — we’re talking through it all.

💬 Why “doing it all” is a lie (and why we stopped trying)

🍼 The beautiful + exhausting mess of new motherhood

👕 Living out of clean and dirty laundry piles (just us?)

📱 Guilt over doomscrolling

🧼 Splitting chores vs. savoring family time

💪 What we’ve actually managed to keep doing for ourselves

🧠 The hormonal rollercoaster of breastfeeding (even when you don’t love it)

🤯 Why bathtime requires two adults minimum for the first child at least 

Basically, if you’ve ever cried while looking at baby photos two minutes after bedtime…this one’s for you. 😭🧡

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Email your questions or chaos to: [email protected]

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Want to work with us? We offer in-office, virtual, and home visits in Austin, TX.

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In this episode, we’re breaking down diastasis recti—yep, that thing everyone on Instagram is talking about—and what it actually means for your body.

We cover:

🤰🏼What diastasis recti is (and how to pronounce it without panicking) 👶🏻 Why it happens in every pregnancy🔍 What we’re looking for when we assess it (spoiler: the gap is not the whole story)🤸🏼‍♀️ Why function > aesthetics when it comes to core recovery🧠 What helps, what doesn’t, and what to stop stressing about

We also chat about our babies growing up too fast (walking already?!) and the rollercoaster of being working moms in the thick of it.

Stay tuned for next week’s episode where we’ll get into doming, coning, and movement tips during pregnancy and postpartum! 

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Work with us: Office visits, virtual visits, and home visits in Austin, TX

This week, The Lady Birds 🐦✨ dive into Jess’s personal journey with fertility and IUI (intrauterine insemination). We talk about navigating fertility as a queer couple, choosing a sperm donor, and all the emotional (and logistical) highs and lows that came with it.

We also chat about her experience choosing a sperm donor, hilarious donor profiles, and the real impact of stress on fertility (spoiler: it’s not easy to just “relax”). Whether you’re TTC, supporting someone who is, or just curious about the process, we hope this episode feels like a supportive convo with friends who’ve been there.

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In this episode Becky and Jessica dive into one of the most common (and most annoying!) pregnancy pains: pubic symphysis pain. As pelvic floor PTs—and one of us who felt it firsthand—we’re breaking down what it is, why it happens, and most importantly: how to manage it.

What You’ll Hear:

📍 What exactly pubic symphysis pain is

🧬 Why it happens during pregnancy (hint: it’s not just hormones!)

🤔 The difference between pubic pain, lightning crotch, and groin pain🛠️ Real strategies for relief: movement tips, stretches, and smart modifications

⏰ Why early treatment matters—and how to know when to see a pelvic floor PT

🤰 Pubic symphysis pain is common—but not something you have to just live with

💪 A mix of tension, weakness, and alignment issues usually contributes

🔄 Modifications (like how you roll in bed or put on pants) can make a huge difference

🧘‍♀️ Early support from a pelvic floor PT can help reduce pain now and set you up for a smoother postpartum

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This week the Lady Birds 🐦✨ are talking about juggling early motherhood, leaving their babies for their first overnight trip away, and needing to baby proof their house!

👶 What’s Inside This Episode? 

💥 Our first time away from our babies… from pumping to food poisoning, it was an experience!

👶 Baby food drama: allergens, textures, and tiny taste testers with BIG opinions

🚧 Baby-proofing adventures + crawling chaos (our homes will never be the same)

🍼 Baby milestones

😂 The daily dance of balancing work, motherhood, and trying not to totally lose it

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Need pelvic floor PT? We've got your back (and your pelvis)—office visits, home visits, and virtual care available!

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Hey, Lady Birds! 🐦✨ In this episode, Becky and Jessica dive into all things C-section recovery. Whether you’re planning for one, recovering from one, or just love learning about postpartum healing, we’ve got you covered.

👶 What’s Inside This Episode?

🔍 How common are C-sections really?

🤕 C-section vs. vaginal birth recovery – what’s actually different?

👐 Why scar massage is a must-do—even if you don’t have pain.

💪 Strengthening, mobility, and getting back to movement safely.

✨ The TL;DR: C-section recovery isn’t as different from vaginal birth recovery as you might think! We’re talking core strength, scar care, and getting back to feeling like yourself again—without the fluff.

💌 Join the Flock! Questions? Stories to share? Hit us up at [email protected]

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Need pelvic floor PT? We’ve got you covered—office, virtual, and home visits available!

Helpful Resources: Blog Post on C-section Scar Massage and Desensitization

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Hey Lady Birds! 🐦✨ Becky and Jessica are back with another raw, real, and (hopefully) ridiculously relatable episode! This week, we're diving deep into the chaos of pumping mishaps (forgot the pump, the flanges, the milk… what didn’t we forget?! 😭) and the highs and lows of sleep training.

🚼 What’s Inside This Episode?
💡 Becky’s epic streak of pumping disasters—will she ever make it to work with all the parts? 🤦‍♀️ (She does eventually!)

😱 The heartbreak of spilled breast milk (we no longer cry, but we still get upset)

🍼 Pump settings, suction strength, and our long term pumping/feeding plans

💤 Jessica finally bit the bullet and sleep-trained Colleen—was it as awful as she feared?

🙃 What Jessica wish she had listened to about sleep training and her advice if you're considering it

✨ The TL;DR:Sleep training? Worth it. Pumping? A logistical nightmare. Parenting? A wild ride we’re just trying to survive together.

💌 Join the Flock!

Questions? Stories to share? Hit us up at [email protected]

Follow us on Instagram & Facebook: @LadybirdPT

Need pelvic floor PT? We’ve got you covered—office, virtual, and home visits available!

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The Lady Birds 🐦 know recovering after birth is no joke, and the timeline isn’t as simple as "six weeks and you’re good to go!" In this episode, we break down what postpartum recovery actually looks like, from zero to six weeks and beyond. We talk about what “being cleared for exercise” really means, the importance of progressive loading, and how everyone’s recovery looks different. Whether you’re an elite athlete eager to return to training or someone just trying to pick up their baby without pain, we’ve got practical insights for you.

What We Cover in This Episode:

🍼 The reality of postpartum activity at 0-6 weeks

💪 Mat-based exercises that can help rebuild strength

🩺 What it actually means to be cleared for exercise at six weeks (hint - it doesn’t mean immediately go on a run!)

🤰 The HUGE range of “normal” in postpartum recovery

💡 Why every postpartum person should see a pelvic floor PT

📋 What to expect from your first postpartum PT visit

Key Takeaway: Whatever you’re experiencing postpartum – it can get better!  ✨

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