The First 3 Things I Focus on With Every Early Postpartum Client
Early postpartum can feel confusing—especially when it comes to your core. You might be wondering what you should be doing, what to avoid, and whether the sensations you’re feeling are normal. The good news? You don’t need to jump back into workouts or “fix” anything right now.
When I work with early postpartum moms, I always start in the same place. Not with exercises—but with foundations that support healing in real life.
In this episode of the podcast, I walk through the three things I focus on with every early postpartum client, and why starting here can make such a difference in how your body recovers.
Here’s a sneak peek at what we cover:
Breathing: How gentle, intentional breathing helps reconnect your deep core and pelvic floor after pregnancy and birth—without force or tension.
Alignment: Why posture isn’t about being “perfect,” and how simple alignment shifts can reduce strain on your healing core.
Pressure management during daily activities: The small changes you can make while lifting your baby, standing up, or moving through your day that quietly support recovery.
These aren’t flashy tips—but they’re powerful. And when you understand them, everything else in your postpartum recovery starts to feel clearer and less overwhelming.
If you’re early postpartum and craving reassurance, structure, and a calm place to start, this episode will walk you through exactly how to support your core right now—and what comes next when your body is ready.
Listen to the full episode to learn how to apply these foundations in your own daily life—and how they fit into a safe, confident return to strength.
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