12 best pelvic-floor exercises for pregnancy
The pelvic-floor muscles are important for stability and support during pregnancy, labor and delivery and postpartum recovery ...
I’m a pregnant fitness trainer — the best exercises for easier childbirth, bladder control and preventing ab separation
Pregnant fitness trainer Alissa Mosca shares which exercises are safe and beneficial to do with a baby bump to prevent ...
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12 pelvic-floor exercises for a more efficient labor and postpartum recovery
When I was newly pregnant, I was first introduced to pelvic-floor exercises by my occupational therapist, Meredith Waymire. Because I have a history of low-back pain and sciatica, I hired a PT to ...
Working out during pregnancy: What’s safe and what’s not?
Practising midwife Pippa Davies has tips and advice around exercise for pregnant women - with workout ideas for each of the ...
Scientists Reveal Just How Many Hours of Exercise New Moms Need Each Week
Researchers publishing new expert guidelines have emphasized that even small efforts can have a positive impact.
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New guidelines recommend 2 hours of weekly exercise for postpartum women
New mums should be strongly encouraged to begin clocking up at least two hours of moderate to vigorous intensity physical activity such as brisk walking and muscle strengthening exercises each week in ...
New moms advised to do two hours of moderate to vigorous exercise a week
New moms should be strongly encouraged to begin clocking up at least two hours of moderate to vigorous intensity physical ...
Do You Have a Weak Pelvic Floor? This Is What an OBGYN Recommends You Do First
A weak pelvic floor is a common condition; some risk factors are age, pregnancy, chronic constipation and coughing. Working ...
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How to ease into exercise following childbirth
Whether you're looking to rebuild strength or boost your mood, easing back into exercise after childbirth doesn't have to be ...
Your expert-backed guide on all things pelvic floor therapy
Pelvic floor therapy can help you deal with some of the condition's majorly uncomfortable (and flat out excruciating) ...
The #1 Habit to Start If You Have a Weak Pelvic Floor, According to an OBGYN
A weak pelvic floor is a common condition; some risk factors are age, pregnancy, chronic constipation and coughing. Working ...