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25.01.2022 You’re a bad ass no matter what you look like. Don’t forget it x ... * * * #selflove #selfacceptance #selfloveisthebestlove #motherhood #postpartum #postbabybody #ittakescourage #divedeep #gowithin #selflovejourney #dothework #womenshealth #thewholemother
24.01.2022 Please don’t stop exercising in your pregnancy because you’re worried you might do the wrong the thing Instead get expert advice & feel confident to move your body! . Here’s what I recommend: 3 x low-impact exercise sessions per week e.g fast-pace walking, swimming or spin ... 3 x strength training sessions per week e.g prenatal Pilates, yoga, resistance bands, dumbbells or light machine weights Incorporate stretching into your routine . To understand all the changes in your pregnant body, your pelvic floor, core & exactly what exercise to do & avoid Sign up to The Pregnancy Academy LINK IN BIO! See more
20.01.2022 The tears streamed down saying goodbye to my baby niece today (for both of us) Being an Aunty to this little cherub & her brothers is the best thing in the world. The way that kid looks at me seriously makes my heart explode I hope you have someone in your life who looks at you the way Poppy looks at me ... * * * #fullheart #hategoodbyes #love #specialbond #family #auntylove #womenshealth #thewholemother
19.01.2022 HAVE YOU HAD YOUR STOMACH SEPARATION ASSESSED POST-BABY? A new client came to me today at 8 months postpartum worried about abdominal separation. She felt weak in her abs & bloated, despite being back into running & hot yoga. But was worried the yoga was making it worse. At her 6 week check up with her GP she was given the all clear to get back into exercise but wasn’t told she should see a Women’s Health Physio as well. So she returned to exercise without any assessment, r...ehabilitation or plan. Now at 8 months PP she still has diastasis evident at her belly button level, above & below. The tension in her linea alba is quite poor with a cavity at her midline when she curls up. This tension improves with activation of Transversus Abdominis (deep abdominal muscle) & pelvic floor. Whilst I believe this mama will have a full recovery with the right exercises to rehab her core & abdominal muscles, she could be in a much better position now if she knew to see a Women’s Health Physio at 6 weeks & was given all of this information from the beginning. TAKE HOME MESSAGES: Always have an assessment with a Women’s Health Physio at 6 weeks postpartum (even if you feel fine) If you are past this point, book it now! Your 6 week check up with your Dr is not enough to simply return to exercise Start rebuilding your core muscles safely earlier than 6 weeks using my Early Postpartum Exercise E-book to optimise your recovery (link in bio) Do Postnatal Pilates/safe strengthening exercises 3 x week from 6 weeks postpartum Gradually progress to more advanced ab exercises with guidance from your Women’s Health Physio & your own assessment (commonly >3 months) Learn what to feel in your body & what signs to look out for to determine if the exercise is too advanced for you What was your experience with recovering from abdominal separation? * * * #postpartumbody #abdominalseparation #diastasis #postpartumrecovery #diastasisrecti #stomachseparation #weakcore #postnatalabs #bumptobaby #postnatalbody #womenshealthphysio #thewholemother
18.01.2022 For many mamas having a shower is one of the only times they get to themselves ...so why not seize the moment & stay in there for an extra 2 minutes to do your pelvic floor exercises?! Put a ribbon or rubber band around your shampoo bottle to remind yourself. Double tap if you’re gonna put this hack into action ... P.S If you’re not sure how to do your kegels - grab my FREE pelvic floor guide - Link in bio #pelvicfloorexercises #kegels #strongpelvicfloor #reminders #seizethemoment #pregnancy #postpartum #newmums #motherhood #prolapse #incontinence #weakpelvicfloor #thewholemother #womenshealthphysio #ipreview via @preview.app
18.01.2022 HAPPY NEW YEAR I want to say a massive thank you to all of you for being a part of The Whole Mother fam & supporting me in 2020 I am so grateful for this space to be able to educate, empower & inspire you. Here’s to another (hopefully more covid-free ) year of learning & growing together. Can’t wait to launch my next online program - The Postpartum Academy early 2021 so stay tuned for that! If you’d like my 1:1 support in 2021 then shoot me a DM, I’d love to help you ... * * * #happynewyear #happy2021 #pelvicfloor #postpartum #pregnancy #womenshealthphysio #womenshealth #thewholemother
18.01.2022 GIVEAWAY TIME! I want woman to have the best recovery possible post-pregnancy...that’s why I recommend every new mama wears @srchealth recovery shorts/leggings after birth to facilitate the healing of her abdominal separation & pelvic floor or c-section incision. And now you get the opportunity to WIN a pair in mini length! . What I love about these garments: They provide medical grade compression (this is key!) It’s uniform compression around the abdomen & pelvic fl...oor They don’t dig in when you sit down like belly bands can All my clients love how supported they feel . To enter: Like this post Follow @the.whole.mother + @srchealth Tag another mama-to-be or new mum (one tag per comment increases your chances!) . AUS/NZ only Comp ends EOD Monday 21st Sept Winner drawn randomly & announced Tuesday 22nd Sept Giveaway is not sponsored, endorsed or administered by, or associated with Instagram . . . . #giveaway #srchealth #recoverygarment #abdominalseparation #pelvicfloor #abdominalsupport #compressiongarment #postnatalrecovery #postpartumrecovery #postbabybody #womenshealthphysio #thewholemother #annascammell See more
17.01.2022 To increase pelvic floor strength you need to do your exercises 3 times a day. The problem we all face? Forgetting to do them! So here’s another helpful hack to get you back on track When you’re waiting for your barista made coffee in the morning stand or sit up tall & do your kegels - 10 x endurance holds (up to 10 secs) plus 10 x fast lifts There’s the morning sesh done ... Drop me a yes if you’re gonna adopt this hack #pelvicfloorexercises #kegels #strongpelvicfloor #pelvichealth #pelvicfloorhack #pelvicfloormuscles #womenshealthphysio #pelvicfloorphysio #thewholemother #annascammell #ipreview via @preview.app
17.01.2022 This is why Women’s Health Physio is such an essential service for EVERY woman to start during pregnancy. Because you deserve to be both educated & empowered every step of your journey so you don’t ever say I wish I knew.... . Amongst a heap of other education, advice & management, I will teach you how to correctly activate your pelvic floor & set you up with an exercise program specific to you. . Why? Because correct & regular pelvic floor exercises during pregnancy & po...stpartum are essential to help prevent unwanted issues such as bladder leakage & prolapse. . If you’re pregnant & in Sydney let’s book you in a session NOW! If it’s hard for you to access a Women’s Health Physio, do the next best thing & sign up to THE PREGNANCY ACADEMY via the link in my bio! . . . #pelvicfloorexercises #pregnancyphysio #pregnancycare #postnatalcare #postpartum #postnatalphysio #womenshealthphysio #prolapse #bladderleakage #empoweredwomen #thepregnancyacademy #thewholemother #annascammell #sydneyphysio See more
16.01.2022 TESTIMONIAL Blown away by the amazing feedback I am getting about The Pregnancy Academy! Pretty chuffed to hear that this member is a Paediatrician & will be referring mums-to-be to the program I’m a big believer that every woman, no matter where she is in the world or her circumstances, deserves expert, evidence-based education + exercises covering all the essential topics on prenatal health, birth + postpartum. ... That’s why I created this comprehensive online pregnancy program. To find out more head to the link in my bio or www.thepregnancyacademy.com.au #thepregnancyacademy #testimonial #pregnancyprogram #onlineprogram #pregnancyeducation #prenatalhealth #pelvicfloor #core #abdominalseparation #birthpreparation #pregnancyexercise #postpartumrecovery #womenshealthphysio #thewholemother #annascammell
16.01.2022 A recent article on news.com.au tells of a Norway Firefighter & Personal Trainer returning to the gym at 4 days post-birth...yes you read correctly...FOUR DAYS!!! My client who sent me the article told me I would have kittens & yep, she’s right!!!!! I’ve linked the article in my bio for you to read. ... As you can probably imagine I have a few things to say about it... 1. What the actual?! Why the rush?!!! You just gave birth!!! Your body needs to rest & recover!!!! Not get back into the gym!!! 2. Whilst she might feel fine now returning to exercise this quickly could lead to issues like pelvic floor weakness, prolapse or bladder leakage (I’ve seen it many times) 3. This is sending the wrong message to women around the world- who after reading this might now go to the gym or exercise too early & end up with injury or pelvic floor issue or worsening diastasis 4. Some women are still in hospital at 4 days postpartum or in a lot of pain- how are they going to feel when they think hitting the gym at 4 days is the norm? (Which it’s not!) 5. I don’t see any mention of her having any postnatal training in the article...which is no surprise. Why is someone with no training in this area on a news outlet? Don’t get me wrong, I am all for WOMEN EMPOWERMENT, but with SAFE advice that won’t jeopardise their recovery & have undesirable ramifications. What is safe in the first few weeks? Gentle pelvic floor & deep abdominal activation day 1 post-birth Focusing on optimal posture Gentle walking- first around the hospital ward then around the block when you get home, gradually increasing distance as able Simple stability & strengthening exercises on the mat Spinal mobility exercises Stretches *All of the above needs to be done with NO vaginal heaviness, bladder leakage or pain TO LEARN WHAT EXERCISES TO DO CHECK OUT MY EARLY POSTPARTUM EXERCISE E-BOOK - LINK IN BIO What do you guys think of the article? * * * #postpartumbody #postnatalexercise #postbabybody #postpartumexercise #bumptobaby #postnatalbody #coreexercise #postpartumrecovery #diastasis birthrecovery #postnatalrecovery #womenshealth #pelvicfloor #thewholemother
15.01.2022 Breastfeeding is a beautiful thing...but by golly can it cause new mums upper back & shoulder pain! . Poor posture & reduced core stability are the 2 main factors that can cause this. Add on carrying a baby around all day, leaning over change tables & picking baby out of cots, there’s no wonder so many new mamas struggle with pain! . This is one reason (of many!) why I’m passionate about teaching good posture & core activation starting from day 1 post-birth. You see, it’s... so important that you get into good habits from the get-go to help prevent pain . As well as this, it’s key that you start gentle safe core exercises & thoracic mobility 1-2 weeks post-birth so that you can reduce joint stiffness & muscle tension from the hours ahead sitting & feeding. . If you want to know the exact exercises I’m talking about, check out my EARLY POSTPARTUM EXERCISE E-BOOK And what’s better? It’s currently 20% off using the code WOMEN20 . Go to LINK IN BIO! Sale finishes EOD tomorrow (Sunday) so hurry . . . #breastfeeding #upperbackpain #backpain #postpartumbody #newmum #postnatalphysio #postpartumrecovery #coreexercises #posture #thoracicmobility #painmanagement #painprevention #postpartumexercise #pelvicfloorexercises #postnatalexercise #womenshealthphysio #thewholemother #annascammell See more
13.01.2022 MUMS & BUBS EXERCISE Nothing makes me happier than seeing a mama do my E-Book with bub by her side! Whilst exercising on your own is great, sometimes baby won’t always get the alone time memo Rather than throwing in the towel, pop them on the mat with you & interact with them while you do your exercises! Don’t wait for the perfect 45 minute gap in your day or the perfect sleeping baby or a clean house to do your exercises. Grab 10 minutes where you can with or witho...ut babe so you can prioritise your recovery My Early Postpartum E-book teaches you safe exercises to do straight after birth LINK IN BIO
11.01.2022 Drum roll please Answer= FALSE! While a significant amount of healing takes place in the first 6 weeks, it is only the beginning. There is no miraculous click of the fingers at 6 weeks which brings back your pre-baby body Postpartum recovery takes time , is different for every woman , is not linear and can take 12 MONTHS + or until after you stop breastfeeding Let’s shed some light on what’s actually going on in your body during this time:... Reproductive organs returning to their normal shape, size & position Low oestrogen causing overall muscle weakness, achey joints & vaginal dryness Abdominal muscles slowly regaining tone & strength Connective tissue & the abdominal wall slowly regaining tension Nerves slowly regenerating after being stretched or injured Pelvic floor slowly regaining tone & strength Scar tissue remodelling Metabolism potentially slowing down Sleep deprivation impacting ability of the body to heal as quickly This list shows how important it is to understand your body & not have unrealistic expectations of it. Here are some ways you can OPTIMISE your recovery from the beginning by being CONSISTENT with: Correct core (pelvic floor + deep abdominal) activation exercises Gentle walking, gradually increasing without any issues Gentle core exercises (outlined in my E-Book) Thoracic mobility (outlined in my E-Book) Eating Nutritious anti-inflammatory foods with adequate protein & collagen Minimising inflammatory foods like processed, refined foods & sugar 3L water per day Maximising sleep when you can Stress management Please know that you can still get physical results several years postpartum so never give up #postpartumrecovery #postnatalrecovery #postpartum #postbabybody #postpregnancy #pelvicfloor #abdominalmuscles #mummytummy #postnatalcare #coreactivation #coremuscles #womenshealthphysio #thewholemother #annascammell #ipreview via @preview.app
10.01.2022 It’s time to debunk a big topic that isn’t spoken about often...GENETICS. This is one of the (many) factors that affect your physiological makeup and therefore your postpartum recovery. Genetics influences our connective tissue, skin, muscle/fat composition & postpartum weight retention.... It’s so important for you to understand this because genetics definitely play a role in why you look different to the other mum who had her baby at the same time as you. Other factors impacting postpartum recovery include: Pre-pregnancy weight & body composition Pregnancy weight gain & fluid retention Size of baby Physical activity - frequency + type (during pregnancy & postpartum) Diet (during pregnancy & postpartum) Degree of stomach separation Ethnicity Age Environmental factors My advice.... Stay in your own lane & try not to compare yourself to others who don’t have your genetic makeup Focus on what you can control - exercise, nutrition, stress levels & your environment Maintain consistency with your postpartum rehabilitation Seek assistance from a Women’s Health Physio to set you up with individualised exercise prescription for your body type Tag another mama who needs to read this * * * #genetics #bodyimage #babybody #postpregnancybody #postbabybody #postnatalrecovery #postpartumbody #postpartumrecovery #womenshealth #thewholemother
07.01.2022 It’s time to confess?!!!! I’m owning up! Being out of routine on holidays, I can safely say that my pelvic floor exercises have taken a holiday too! What’s the issue with this? Well, on top of slacking off on our exercises, holidays are often a time where we do more lifting of kids, more physical activity, and eat/drink differently making us more susceptible to constipation. All of which can be a recipe for pelvic floor weakness So with that in mind, let’s get bac...k into the routine of our daily kegel exercises To find out how to do your pelvic floor exercises correctly, grab my FREE PELVIC FLOOR GUIDE LINK IN BIO * * * #pelvicfloor #kegels #pelvicfloorexercises #pelvicfloorphysio #pelvichealth #pelvicfloordysfunction #prolapse #leakage #womenshealthphysio #thewholemother #pelvicfloorguide #pelvicfloorweakness
07.01.2022 As a Women’s Health Physio I still see many pregnant women who don’t prioritise their health & as a result can find their pregnancy, birth or recovery a lot harder. When you... exercise regularly + do the right type of exercise eat nutrient-dense food... drink adequate water supplement optimally for your individual needs do your pelvic floor + core exercises regularly + correctly reduce your stress prepare your pelvic floor, body + mind for childbirth You have a better chance of... feeling strong + fit during your pregnancy preventing back/pelvic pain avoiding common issues like cramping + constipation minimising abdominal separation having an active + empowered birth preventing prolapse + bladder leakage a faster postpartum recovery facilitating your return to exercise a smoother transition into motherhood If you want to learn EXACTLY HOW you should prioritise your health (physical + mental) then I highly recommend joining my online pregnancy program - THE PREGNANCY ACADEMY You can start my COMPREHENSIVE, HOLISTIC course at ANY point in pregnancy - so even if you’re in your third trimester you will LEARN SO MUCH! SIGN UP VIA LINK IN MY BIO
07.01.2022 This little guy is a game changer for muscle tension & pain in your pelvis, hips & back! . All you need is a spikey ball & a wall (preferably brick so it doesn’t make little dents ) Place spikey ball between your glute (bum) & the wall Put pressure into the ball and roll back & forth across the muscle ... When you find a trigger point/sore spot, hold the ball there or roll the ball back & forth over the spot until pain lessens Do this on the upper glute & the lower part Move your body side on to the wall so you get the muscles on the side of your hip Move the ball up your back on the side of your spine and do little squats to move the ball up & down the spinal muscles Repeat this on the other side (even if your pain is one-sided) Do this 3 x week to daily . Now this is meant to HURT but trust me it works a treat and will get less painful the more you do it so go for gold! I recommend my clients do it between their hands on sessions with me to best manage their pain. . Do you love to hate your spikey friend?!! . . . . #spikeyball #howtousespikeyball #pelvicpain #pelvicgirdlepain #lowerbackpain #pubissymphysispain #pregnancypain #paininpregnancy #backpain #massageball #painrelief #muscletension #pregnancyphysio #postnatalphysio #womenshealthphysio #thewholemother #annascammell See more
06.01.2022 In my work I am constantly in awe of women. Not only what their bodies are capable of but what they continue to achieve whilst creating a family. Women have more pressures now than ever before. ... Grow healthy baby. Birth baby. Breastfeed baby. Look after baby 24/7. Hardly sleep. Get body back. Look like didn’t have baby. Run a household. Maintain a career/business. Be social. Be a good partner. Maintain intimacy. And the list goes on... The pressure is REAL. So for all you new mamas out there, I want you to know that you are human! You don’t always have to achieve. Some days it’s more than enough to just look after your baby, have a shower, a healthy meal & rest. BE KIND TO YOURSELF * * * #bekindtoyourself #motherhood #postpartum #selfcare #youwillalwaysbeenough #youareagoodmother #womenshealth #thewholemother
06.01.2022 Pelvic or back pain during pregnancy is seriously the pits! But don’t give up hope- there is so much you can do to reduce your pain & manage it throughout your pregnancy . HERE ARE MY TOP TIPS: 1Hands on treatment- from a experienced Women’s Health Physio. Commonly General Physios are not trained or confident in how to treat the pregnant pelvis so make sure you see a WH Physio. My fave techniques are joint mobilisation, dry needling & deep massage. 2Posture- during pr...egnancy the weight of the baby creates an increased arch in your lower back which can cause lower back/pelvic strain. Stand tall & gently tuck your tailbone under to soften the arch in your lower back. 3Core Stability- activating your deep abdominal muscles + pelvic floor muscles is essential to stability the spine & pelvis. Your WH Physio will teach you this. 4Spikey Ball- you will love to hate this guy! Use a spikey ball at home against the wall in your glutes (butt). It’s a life saver for releasing muscle tension without leaving the house! 5Glute Strengthening- your glutes have to work really hard in pregnancy due to the hormonal & biomechanics changes so we need to make sure they’re strong! I outline the best exercises to do in my E-book & Pilates class in The Pregnancy Academy. 6Stretching- the muscles around the pelvis & hips tend to get tight/tense during pregnancy so regular hip, glute + lower back stretches is key. 7Activity Modification- modify the way you move to make sure you don’t aggravate your pain e.g. sit down to put your undies, pants and shoes on, avoid stairs, long walks, single leg or splitting exercises. 8Swimming- this is the best cardio exercise which won’t aggravate your pelvis. Just make sure you avoid breaststroke legs (frog kick). 9Support Garment- this will increase stability around the pelvis & help you feel more supported. I recommend @srchealth pregnancy shorts or leggings! My E-Book & Online Program- both of these gems go through exactly what to do when you have pain & there is a Pilates class dedicated to women with Pelvic/Back Pain- LINK IM BIO! . Tag a mama-to-be who has been struggling & needs to read this! See more
05.01.2022 ESSENTIAL EARLY CAESAREAN RECOVERY TIPS Save this post! Early Mobilisation- after the anaesthetic has worn off it’s important to get up & move around your room. Make sure someone is with you when you get up for the first few times. Roll to get out of bed- roll onto your side, lower your legs down & use your arms to bring yourself to sitting on the edge of the bed to avoid putting pressure through incision.... Pain relief- stay on top of your pain medication so that you can continue to gradually mobilise without pain. Wound support- use a rolled up towel or pillow or your hands against your incision to provide support when you get out of bed, cough, sneeze & use your bowels. No straining- avoid straining when using your bowels by keeping fluids up, fibre intake, use a stool under your feet, relax your belly & use a laxative if need. Rest- your body needs rest/sleep for healing so make sure you rest lying down everyday. Compression- when comfortable compression (like SRC recovery garment) can help to reduce swelling & encourage healing of wound & abdominal muscles. No lifting- avoid lifting anything heavier than your newborn. If you have a toddler, try to get help with them & sit down for cuddles. No housework- one most women love hearing! Organise a cleaner or get hubby prepped for this. Pottering around the house is fine. Core activation- you can start activating your deep abdominal & pelvic floor muscles once catheter is out. Then slowly building on this with basic core exercises & spinal mobility as described in my Postpartum E-book Gentle walking- start walking around the hospital ward, then around your house, progressing to down the street then around the block etc, being guided by pain. Scar massage- once the scabs fall off its important to start scar tissue massage with oil or moisturiser to promote healing, preventing adhesions & reducing sensitivity. This is usually between 3-6 weeks & will likely feel numb/strange for some time. Do it every few days on & around the scar. Tag a new mama who needs to read this * * * #csection #caesarean #caesareanrecovery #postpartum #caesareansection #postnatal #thewholemother
05.01.2022 This is a BIGGG topic. Partly because it’s complex & partly because it’s not just physical, it impacts you emotionally too. When your stomach used to be flat pre-baby without much effort, and now you don’t even recognise yourself when you look down...that’s bloody hard to swallow. I need you to understand that there are many different reasons why your abdomen may still be protruding. Commonly it’s not just one thing, but a combination of factors: Your body may be still h...ealing from pregnancy. I’ve said it before, I’ll say it again, postpartum recovery can take >12 months. Diastasis (abdominal separation). If your muscles are still separated & there is reduced tension in the linea alba (connective tissue between 6-pack muscles) then your abdominal contents may not have the support they require to hold everything flat. Stretching & thinning of the abdominal wall during pregnancy (which includes skin, fascia, connective tissue, muscles & subcutaneous tissue) can cause the same appearance. Weak abdominal muscles i.e. Transversus Abdominis, the Obliques & Rectus Abdominis (the 6-pack muscles). Increased fat (adipose) tissue caused by inactivity &/or unhealthy diet consisting of an excess of unhealthy fats, junk food, processed foods, refined sugars etc (pre or post-natal). Change in hormones. Breastfeeding women have lower oestrogen levels. Since we need oestrogen for muscle strength, this can impact your general muscle strength & tone. Underactive Thyroid. Changes in thyroid function can occur postpartum & can present as inability to lose weight, feeling sluggish & constipation. Bloating or digestive issues. Caused by food intolerances, stress, gut bacterial imbalances...the list goes on. High stress. Having a new baby can be stressful! Stress increases cortisol levels which throws out blood sugar levels & can lead to increased storage of belly fat. Sleep deprivation. To heal, recover, absorb nutrients & metabolise the body needs sleep. As a result sleep deprivation can also impact inability to lose weight. Comment below if you want me to do a post on WHAT YOU CAN DO TO IMPROVE IT? See more
03.01.2022 HOW TO USE A SPIKEY BALL This little guy is a game changer for muscle tension & pain in your pelvis, hips & back! . All you need is a spikey ball & a wall (preferably brick so it doesn’t make little dents ) Place spikey ball between your glute (bum) & the wall... Put pressure into the ball and roll back & forth across the muscle When you find a trigger point/sore spot, hold the ball there or roll the ball back & forth over the spot until pain lessens Do this on the upper glute & the lower part Move your body side on to the wall so you get the muscles on the side of your hip Move the ball up your back on the side of your spine and do little squats to move the ball up & down the spinal muscles Repeat this on the other side (even if your pain is one-sided) Do this 3 x week to daily . Now this is meant to HURT but trust me it works a treat and will get less painful the more you do it so go for gold! I recommend my clients do it between their hands on sessions with me to best manage their pain. . Do you love to hate your spikey ball?!! . . . . #spikeyball #howtousespikeyball #pelvicpain #pelvicgirdlepain #lowerbackpain #pubissymphysispain #pregnancypain #paininpregnancy #backpain #massageball #painrelief #muscletension #pregnancyphysio #postnatalphysio #womenshealthphysio #thewholemother #annascammell See more
02.01.2022 Do you forget to do your pelvic floor exercises?! I got you covered Over the coming weeks I’m going to share my PELVIC FLOOR HACKS to help you remember these hidden but essential little muscles . Let’s kick off with this gem... If you hate waiting for that little green man to give you the green light to cross the road as much as me Do your pelvic floor exercises while you’re waiting!!! Count how many fast contractions you can do (on/off/on/off etc) - focusing on a... strong lift & a full release . Double tap if you’re gonna do this with me . P.S If you’re not sure how to do your kegels start my downloading my FREE pelvic floor guide link in bio! . . . #pelvicfloorhack #kegels #pelvicfloor #pelvichealth #pelvicfloorexercises #womenshealthphysio #pelvis #thewholemother #annascammell See more
01.01.2022 Sex post-baby is not as simple as wait 6 weeks & throw a leg over Unfortunately for most couples it’s far more complicated than this and your man NEEDS to know this information too! Here are some factors we need to consider:... Your baby just come out of there (shocking I know) Your pelvic floor can still be healing at 6 weeks postpartum You might have scar tissue from a tear/episiotomy that is tight, tender or painful Whether your birth was traumatic or not, you may have disconnected from that area of your body You may have a prolapse or leakage & therefore feel uncomfortable Your pelvic floor muscles might be holding tension following either a vaginal birth or c-section Your oestrogen levels are low and therefore your vagina is drier with less natural lubrication Your libido is low because you just had a baby (!!!!) & the change in hormone levels Your priority is sleep not sex Your baby sleeps in your room Between breastfeeding & holding a newborn 99% of the day you’re already touched out You’re self conscious about this unfamiliar body of yours You feel unsexy You feel like you shouldn’t be sexy now you’re a mum I think I’ve proven my point that sex post-baby isn’t as simple as you or your partner first may have thought! The good news? I’m here to help you through your return to sex journey. So who wants a post with my top tips on returning to sex post-baby? * * * #sex #sexpostbaby #postbabysex #postbabybody #painfulsex #motherhood #pelvichealth #scartissue #postpartumbody #pelvicfloorinjury #vaginalbirth #pelvicfloor #postpartum #pelvicfloorphysio #womenshealthphysio #thewholemother
01.01.2022 If I had a dollar for every time I heard I WISH SOMEONE HAD TOLD ME THAT WHEN I WAS PREGNANT I would be one rich lady!! After hearing this time & time again, I decided to create an online pregnancy program so women can be EDUCATED & EMPOWERED with all the knowledge they need in one easy to use platform THE PREGNANCY ACADEMY covers all the essential topics you need to better understand your body, navigate pregnancy, prepare for birth & have the best recovery possible ... Combining my Women’s Health Physio Masters training, 12 years of clinical experience, evidence + the expertise of many other Perinatal professionals....you are definitely in good hands! Say goodbye to hours of googling ending up in more confusion and say hello to CONFIDENCE! Sign up to The Pregnancy Academy via the LINK IN BIO
