When you are pregnant, your baby requires nutrients to grow and develop which it gets from you, the mother. This is why it is important to ensure you are getting enough nutrient rich foods to keep you and your baby healthy. If you are...
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Postnatal Exercise – Reclaiming Your Strength
After 9 long months of pain, stress, discomfort, broken sleep, and 1 trillion trips to the bathroom, your body is then faced with the physical trauma from childbirth. But it’s not over there! The fun is just beginning! Instead of having...
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Prenatal Exercise: Safeguarding Mother and Baby
Pregnancy, undeniably, is one of the most unique and transformative phases in a woman’s life. It has been described by many women that it feels as though something (or someone) has taken over your entire body. During pregnancy, the body...
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What do I need to AVOID When Exercising During Pregnancy?
As an exercise physiologist and PT, I get a lot of clients who are worried about exercising during pregnancy in fear of hurting their unborn baby or themselves. This is a completely understandable concern and I see it as a reflection of...
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Is it safe to run during pregnancy?
Running or jogging are great ways to stay fit and healthy and is also an effective way to keep weight under control. Some also find it a great stress reliever (me included). But what about during pregnancy? This is a very common question...
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How Does Exercise During Pregnancy Affect My Baby?
The benefits for exercising during pregnancy are endless! • Healthy weight gain• Easier weight loss after birth• Reduce and prevent common aches and pains• Improve sleep and mental health• Increase energy levels (To name a few) But...
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