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Pregnancy, Birth and Recovery: FitNest Mama

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A podcast dedicated to helping you have a healthy pregnancy, confident childbirth and strong recovery. In this podcast, we will cover the strategies to help you stay healthy and active during pregnancy, and confidently recover after childbirth, so that you can get back to your old (new) self, with a bubba by your side. You will find some amazing interviews with professionals covering breastfeeding with lactation consultants, childbirth with midwives and doctors, as well as birth stories from mamas just like you, designed to help educate and inform. How do I stay active & healthy during pregnancy? How can I look after my pelvic floor & core muscles? How can I feel confident heading into childbirth? How do I get strong again after birth, so that I can get back to doing what I love? This podcast will leave you feeling supported, inspired and ready to tackle this new journey. I myself, Kath Baquie am a mum of 3 young girls, a physiotherapist working in women’s health, and I am the creator of FitNest Mama which has online workouts and resources, helping women stay healthy during pregnancy, and have a strong postnatal recovery. Disclaimer: The content in this podcast is general in nature and should not replace the advice of your healthcare professional. For freebies and to find out more information head to https://www.fitnestmama.com or Instagram @fitnestmama.

Location:

Australia

Description:

A podcast dedicated to helping you have a healthy pregnancy, confident childbirth and strong recovery. In this podcast, we will cover the strategies to help you stay healthy and active during pregnancy, and confidently recover after childbirth, so that you can get back to your old (new) self, with a bubba by your side. You will find some amazing interviews with professionals covering breastfeeding with lactation consultants, childbirth with midwives and doctors, as well as birth stories from mamas just like you, designed to help educate and inform. How do I stay active & healthy during pregnancy? How can I look after my pelvic floor & core muscles? How can I feel confident heading into childbirth? How do I get strong again after birth, so that I can get back to doing what I love? This podcast will leave you feeling supported, inspired and ready to tackle this new journey. I myself, Kath Baquie am a mum of 3 young girls, a physiotherapist working in women’s health, and I am the creator of FitNest Mama which has online workouts and resources, helping women stay healthy during pregnancy, and have a strong postnatal recovery. Disclaimer: The content in this podcast is general in nature and should not replace the advice of your healthcare professional. For freebies and to find out more information head to https://www.fitnestmama.com or Instagram @fitnestmama.

Language:

English


Episodes
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Pregnancy, Birth & Recovery Story with Charlotte Cushing [first time mum, spinal block, vaginal birth]

5/7/2024
Charlotte Cushing is no stranger to the social professional and mental pressures of daily life but nothing could possibly prepare her for motherhood. As a clinical nurse of 10 years, she thought she had the edge over being a mum, however she is here today to share her story and explain what a crazy transition its been! As a proud representative of Australia not once, but 3 times on the international stage competing in beauty pageants around the world, she has now dived head first into her greatest journey yet of becoming a mother! Charlotte is a new mum to her premature bundle of joy, Winston Wolf born on March 11th 2024 after her waters broke early at 36 weeks. She is here to share her own birth story, and talk about the pressures we put on ourselves being a first time mums, along with her new found joy of being a parent with fiancé, Michael Turnbull. LINKS Preparing for birth Pelvic health checklist Free 7 Day Trial Pregnancy Workouts Free 7 Day Trial Postnatal Workouts FitNest Mama Website Instagram @fitnestmama Charlotte Cushing's Instagram: @charlotte.p.cushing ** This podcast has general information only. Always seek the guidance of your doctor or other qualified health professional with any questions or concerns you may have regarding your health or medical condition. Enter code FITNEST20 for 20% off Solidea's maternity range. www.solidea.com.au

Duration:00:45:39

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Looking after our body during pregnancy, pregnancy fitness and investing back into our body postpartum

4/30/2024
How should exercise look during pre-conception? How should exercise look during pregnancy? And how about after birth? How do we best support our changing body? Whether or not you are a keen exerciser, or perhaps you need to drag yourself out the door for a walk, this episode is for you. Rather than exercise being something we need to tick off the 'to-do' list pre and post birth, how can we re-frame exercise to help support our changing body? In this episode today we discuss pregnancy fitness and investing back into our body during this phase of pregnancy and postpartum. LINKS Preparing for birth Pelvic health checklist Free 7 Day Trial Pregnancy Workouts Free 7 Day Trial Postnatal Workouts FitNest Mama Website Instagram @fitnestmama The No BS Approach to Motherhood Podcast - Spotify: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/nobsapproachtomotherhood Enter code FITNEST20 for 20% off Solidea's maternity range. www.solidea.com.au

Duration:00:42:00

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Exercise as self-care: investing in your physical and mental health.

4/23/2024
If you are a mumma who is feeling tired, unmotivated, sore or weak.... and feeling the effects of the motherhood load, this episode is for you. In this episode I provide some real life strategies to help you invest in your self-care with exercise, and thus invest in your physical and mental health, to help you feel like a stronger, happier mumma. LINKS Preparing for birth Pelvic health checklist Free 7 Day Trial Pregnancy Workouts Free 7 Day Trial Postnatal Workouts FitNest Mama Website Instagram @fitnestmama EPISODE SPONSOR This episode is sponsored by Spewy. Who says dealing with toilet training accidents or sickness has to be a drag? Not anymore! Introducing Spewy Bed Mats – your ultimate sidekick for hassle-free nights and super-quick clean-ups! Picture this: no more wrestling with soggy sheets or remaking beds at 3 a.m. Spewy Bed Mats swoop in to save the day, soaking up to 2 litres of liquid! Plus, with their waterproof backing, you can kiss leaks goodbye and say hello to a better night’s sleep. For peace of mind and stress free nights order now at www.spewy.com.au and use 'fitnest15' to receive $15 off your first order. ** This podcast has general information only. Always seek the guidance of your doctor or other qualified health professional with any questions or concerns you may have regarding your health or medical condition.

Duration:00:14:04

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Toilet training with Jo Hardie from Spewy

4/15/2024
Today I chat with Jo Hardie, who is the founder and creator of Spewy, an innovative product born out of necessity. In today's episode we discuss toilet training. In particular we chat about: - the difference between day and night toilet training. - timing - how to know when to start toilet training? - making toilet training a positive experience - how to manage setbacks. Six years ago, after enduring a disastrous road trip with her three children, including an incident of car sickness, she recognised the need for a solution that would eliminate the hassle of using towels and buckets whenever children fell ill. Determined to create something both practical and appealing to children, Jo embarked on a mission to develop a versatile product that would simplify the lives of parents everywhere. After customer feedback Spewy now also offers a range of Bed Mats, which are discussed in this episode. For $15 off your first order, use the code FITNEST15 at checkout: LINKS: Preparing for birth Pelvic health checklist Free 7 Day Trial Pregnancy Workouts Free 7 Day Trial Postnatal Workouts FitNest Mama Website Instagram @fitnestmama Spewy Website: www.spewy.com.au Spewy Instagram: @spewyau Enter coupon code 'fitnest15' for $15 off your first order. ** This podcast has general information only. Always seek the guidance of your doctor or other qualified health professional with any questions or concerns you may have regarding your health or medical condition. Enter code FITNEST20 for 20% off Solidea's maternity range. www.solidea.com.au

Duration:00:27:11

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Birth story with Holly [IVF, navigating cancer diagnosis, postpartum rage, vaginal birth, LGBTIQA]

4/9/2024
In today's episode I chat with Holly who shares her pregnancy journey, birth story and motherhood experience. Becoming a mother didn't quite look how Holly had envisioned. This is her story of an IVF pregnancy, navigating her husbands cancer diagnosis during pregnancy, to a birth and postpartum that looked nothing like she thought it would. Holly describes her breastfeeding difficulties, postpartum rage, sleep deprivation, and more. As Holly describes, motherhood 'has been the most difficult but incredible journey I have ever experienced. Holly shares: LINKS Perinatal Anxiety & Depression Australia Website: https://panda.org.au/ https://www.beyondblue.org.au/ Preparing for birth workshop Free 7 Day Trial Pregnancy Workouts Free 7 Day Trial Postnatal Workouts FitNest Mama Website Instagram @fitnestmama ** This podcast has general information only. Always seek the guidance of your doctor or other qualified health professional with any questions or concerns you may have regarding your health or medical condition. Enter code FITNEST20 for 20% off Solidea's maternity range. www.solidea.com.au

Duration:00:56:21

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What to do when you think your child has a developmental delay/disability?

4/2/2024
Hayley is the heart behind Alee Disability Support Services, bringing a deep understanding and lived experience to support parents of children with a disability. Hayley's youngest daughter Pippa was born with Wiedemann-Steiner syndrome – a rare genetic condition which means Pippa has difficulty swallowing, floppy muscles, terrible sleep, intellectual delay and big feelings. In June 2021, life became even more complicated when Hayley was diagnosed with cervical cancer. Facing major surgery, and at the same time, Pippa had just undergone surgery to place a feeding tube in her tummy and required extensive care. Hayley sought assistance from National Disability Insurance Scheme (NDIS), but the support she needed wasn’t readily available. In Hayley’s words, it felt like life was falling apart. Then, someone said they could help. Even though support coordination wasn’t initially part of their NDIS plan, a support coordinator showed Hayley how to use Pippa’s plan more effectively and get the help they so desperately needed at the time. In today's podcast episode, Hayley sheds light into navigating the NDIS and provides support for parents who have a child with a developmental delay or disability. ** This podcast has general information only. Always seek the guidance of your doctor or other qualified health professional with any questions or concerns you may have regarding your health or medical condition. LINKS Preparing for birth Pelvic health checklist Free 7 Day Trial Pregnancy Workouts Free 7 Day Trial Postnatal Workouts FitNest Mama Website Instagram @fitnestmama Hayley's Website: https://aleedisability.com/ Hayley's Instagram: @aleedisabilityss Enter code FITNEST20 for 20% off Solidea's maternity range. www.solidea.com.au

Duration:00:49:31

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What are some steps to follow post c-section for a smoother recovery? [Listener question]

3/25/2024
What are the steps to help maximise postpartum recovery after a caesarean birth? In this solo episode I discuss things to consider during pregnancy as well as the postpartum phase. In particular we discuss: - pregnancy fitness for caesarean birth recovery - ways to help re-gain strength / energy / fitness / mobility post birth - overall health and wellness in the postpartum period. LINKS: Preparing for birth Pelvic health checklist Free 7 Day Trial Pregnancy Workouts Free 7 Day Trial Postnatal Workouts FitNest Mama Website Instagram @fitnestmama ** This podcast has general information only. Always seek the guidance of your doctor or other qualified health professional with any questions or concerns you may have regarding your health or medical condition.

Duration:00:17:26

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Will I have difficulty birthing with overactive pelvic floor muscles? [Listener question]

3/18/2024
In this episode I answer a recent listener question "I’m a runner and have high tone pelvic floor muscles. Will i have difficulty birthing my baby?" This episode is perfect if you are pregnant and you are keen to consider all your birth options. I discuss: LINKS: Preparing for birth Pelvic health checklist Free 7 Day Trial Pregnancy Workouts Free 7 Day Trial Postnatal Workouts FitNest Mama Website Instagram @fitnestmama ** This podcast has general information only. Always seek the guidance of your doctor or other qualified health professional with any questions or concerns you may have regarding your health or medical condition.

Duration:00:14:26

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Elective caesarean, pro dancer, being pelvic floor trauma informed [Birth story with Millie]

3/12/2024
In this birth story, Millie, a professional dancer, shares her pregnancy journey, birth story and recovery journey. She discusses her heavy work commitments whilst pregnant, why her birth choice included an elective caesarean, and how she supported her postpartum recovery and returning to dancing. LINKS Preparing for birth Pelvic health checklist Free 7 Day Trial Pregnancy Workouts Free 7 Day Trial Postnatal Workouts FitNest Mama Website Instagram @fitnestmama Millie's Instagram: @millieslennett ** This podcast has general information only. Always seek the guidance of your doctor or other qualified health professional with any questions or concerns you may have regarding your health or medical condition. Enter code FITNEST20 for 20% off Solidea's maternity range. www.solidea.com.au

Duration:00:42:43

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Birth story with Jo [2nd VBA2C, fourth baby]

3/4/2024
Today's birth story is with Jo who is an everyday mama of 4 who shares her story about her 2nd VBA2C and transition to being a mother of 4. Jo shares the struggle she went through with navigating the hospital system with her 2nd VBA2C, and provides some tips and tricks as to how she navigates parenthood and life with 4 children. LINKS: Preparing for birth Pelvic health checklist Free 7 Day Trial Pregnancy Workouts Free 7 Day Trial Postnatal Workouts FitNest Mama Website Instagram @fitnestmama Jo's Instagram: www.instagram.com/the_everyday_mumma Previous episode with Jo [3rd baby, 1st VBA2C birth story]. ** This podcast has general information only. Always seek the guidance of your doctor or other qualified health professional with any questions or concerns you may have regarding your health or medical condition. Enter code FITNEST20 for 20% off Solidea's maternity range. www.solidea.com.au

Duration:00:34:27

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Supporting your mental health postpartum

2/26/2024
Today I chat with Claire, a maternal child health nurse/midwife and founder of Safe Hands Early Parenting about mental health in the months after you welcome your baby. Claire combines her professional and personal experience to help expectant parents (and those already in the thick of it!) feel empowered and more supported in their experience of raising their baby/toddler. We discuss: LINKS: Preparing for birth Pelvic health checklist Free 7 Day Trial Pregnancy Workouts Free 7 Day Trial Postnatal Workouts FitNest Mama Website Instagram @fitnestmama Claire's Instagram/TikTok: @safehandsparenting @themoment.podcast Claire's website: www.safehandsparenting.com.au Mum Mood Booster - https://www.mummoodbooster.com/public/ Dad Booster - https://www.dadspace.com.au/dad-booster-study/ Mum2BMoodBooster - https://www.mum2bmoodbooster.com/public/ PANDA helpline: 1300 726 306 Lifeline: 13 11 14 Beyond Blue - https://www.beyondblue.org.au/mental-health/check-your-mental-health ** This podcast has general information only. Always seek the guidance of your doctor or other qualified health professional with any questions or concerns you may have regarding your health or medical condition. Enter code FITNEST20 for 20% off Solidea's maternity range. www.solidea.com.au

Duration:00:36:06

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Pelvic floor trauma and birth - let's open up the conversation

2/21/2024
Lets open up the conversation about pelvic floor trauma and birth. In today's episode I discuss the topic of prenatal pelvic floor education and beneficial outcomes post birth. LINKS: Preparing for birth Pelvic health checklist Free 7 Day Trial Pregnancy Workouts Free 7 Day Trial Postnatal Workouts FitNest Mama Website Instagram @fitnestmama Research discussed: Johnson et al 2022, The Importance of information: Prenatal education surrounding birth-related pelvic floor trauma mitigates symptom-related distress. https://www.ingentaconnect.com/content/wk/jwh/2022/00000046/00000002/art00002 ** This podcast has general information only. Always seek the guidance of your doctor or other qualified health professional with any questions or concerns you may have regarding your health or medical condition.

Duration:00:11:38

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Nutrition for preconception health - beyond fertility!

2/13/2024
Today I chat with fertility dietitian Mariam Metwally about nutrition for preconception health and fertility, and the importance of the first 1000 days of nutrition. Today we discuss: We also chat about how a dietitian / nutritionist can help with fertility, what is the optimal fertility diet, and specifically some foods that are good for diet. LINKS: Preparing for birth Pelvic health checklist Free 7 Day Trial Pregnancy Workouts Free 7 Day Trial Postnatal Workouts FitNest Mama Website Instagram @fitnestmama Mariam's Instagram: @tayyibnutrition Mariam's Website: tayyibnutrition.com.au ** This podcast has general information only. Always seek the guidance of your doctor or other qualified health professional with any questions or concerns you may have regarding your health or medical condition. Enter code FITNEST20 for 20% off Solidea's maternity range. www.solidea.com.au

Duration:00:35:10

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Picking the right pram for your family

2/9/2024
Picking the perfect pram for your growing can be hard. Join me in this episode as I chat to Emily Stone who is a mother of two young children, and founder of The Babybee Group who talks us through all the things to consider when choosing a pram. In this episode today, Emily discusses: LINKS: Preparing for birth Pelvic health checklist Free 7 Day Trial Pregnancy Workouts Free 7 Day Trial Postnatal Workouts FitNest Mama Website Instagram @fitnestmama BabyBee Website: https://babybeeonline.com/ BabyBee Instagram: @babybeeprams Enter code FITNEST20 for 20% off Solidea's maternity range. www.solidea.com.au

Duration:00:38:18

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What can I do to help my abdominal separation (DRAM)? [Listener question]

2/6/2024
During pregnancy and post birth, abdominal muscle separation is very common. During this solo episode today, I discuss abdominal muscle separation during both pregnancy and after birth. I chat about: This episode also discusses some practical tips for pregnancy, including a discussion around: If you are pregnant or newly postnatal, I trust you will find this episode valuable today. LINKS: Preparing for birth Pelvic health checklist Free 7 Day Trial Pregnancy Workouts Free 7 Day Trial Postnatal Workouts FitNest Mama Website Instagram @fitnestmama ** This podcast has general information only. Always seek the guidance of your doctor or other qualified health professional with any questions or concern.

Duration:00:21:28

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C-Section Recovery & Pelvic Floor Health

2/2/2024
In this episode I chat with Amberlee from The Power of Birth about caesarean birth recovery. This episode is initially found on the 'Can we talk about this podcast'. Here we chat about: Whether you’re a new mum who has had a belly birth, or simply interested in postpartum recovery, this episode is for you. LINKS: Preparing for birth Pelvic health checklist Free 7 Day Trial Pregnancy Workouts Free 7 Day Trial Postnatal Workouts FitNest Mama Website Instagram @fitnestmama The Power of Birth Website Can We Talk About This Podcast ** This podcast has general information only. Always seek the guidance of your doctor or other qualified health professional with any questions or concerns you may have regarding your health or medical condition. Enter code FITNEST20 for 20% off Solidea's maternity range. www.solidea.com.au

Duration:00:42:00

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Should I avoid certain pilates exercises during pregnancy? [Listener question]

1/16/2024
In this episode I answer this listener question: "I'm hearing some information that it's best to avoid pilates or certain pilates exercises in the first trimester especially abdominal exercises. I'd love to know if this is correct or not. For context, I'm currently 7 weeks pregnant with my first pregnancy." I discuss the benefits of exercising during pregnancy, and then discuss a few considerations for exercising during the first trimester through to the third trimester. LINKS Preparing for birth Pelvic health checklist Free 7 Day Trial Pregnancy Workouts Free 7 Day Trial Postnatal Workouts FitNest Mama Website Instagram @fitnestmama ** This podcast has general information only. Always seek the guidance of your doctor or other qualified health professional with any questions or concerns you may have regarding your health or medical condition.

Duration:00:17:41

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Preparing for postpartum and the 4th trimester with Postpartum Doula Cocoon by Naomi [Re-run ep #102]

1/9/2024
Enjoy this re-run of one of our most popular episodes from 2022. In this episode with Postpartum Doula Nicole, we discuss strategies to help women who've recently had a baby get the rest and support you need in the early postpartum period. LINKS: Preparing for birth Pelvic health checklist Free 7 Day Trial Pregnancy Workouts Free 7 Day Trial Postnatal Workouts FitNest Mama Website Instagram @fitnestmama Naomi's Website: https://cocoonbynaomi.com/ ** This podcast has general information only. Always seek the guidance of your doctor or other qualified health professional with any questions or concerns you may have regarding your health or medical condition. Enter code FITNEST20 for 20% off Solidea's maternity range. www.solidea.com.au

Duration:00:39:19

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7 important questions to ask yourself for the year ahead

1/3/2024
This one podcast can change the entire trajectory of your health and fitness over the next 12 months. Before you get into 2024, there are 7 questions that you should ask yourself. These questions will help you determine what worked last year, and help you get the most out of 2024. When it comes to your health and fitness, one of the biggest mistakes you can make is to get back into the 'procrastination mode', and basically keep doing what you did last year and ignoring your health and wellness goals. If you do that, you'll feel the same way, get the same results and the same progress with your health and fitness. Which is fine if you are happy with your fitness and health goals. But if you want to make a few healthy changes for 2024? Things need to change. At the start of the new year, I ask myself 7 questions that allow me to work on a plan that will actually work for the year ahead. I unpacked these and answered them personally on the podcast this week. LINKS: Preparing for birth Pelvic health checklist Free 7 Day Trial Pregnancy Workouts Free 7 Day Trial Postnatal Workouts FitNest Mama Website Instagram @fitnestmama ** This podcast has general information only. Always seek the guidance of your doctor or other qualified health professional with any questions or concerns you may have regarding your health or medical condition.

Duration:00:16:59

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Pelvic Floor Exercises [Most Popular Episode of 2023 - Rerun]

12/26/2023
You've asked, so here it is! Join me for this quick set of pelvic floor exercises, to help you feel stronger inside/out. Although I am talking you through this pelvic floor set, if you’ve been listening to me for awhile you will know I always say how everyone is on their own journey, Everyone is different. Focus on Quality over quantity. And If you can’t hold for as long as I say, please don’t. Any discomfort or questions please do stop and consult your healthcare provider. And, don’t forget these exercises don’t substitute for a pelvic floor assessment by your local pelvic floor physio, they are designed to help with motivation, and support, to just help you to get them done more consistently. Right, let’s dive in! LINKS Upcoming Challenge inside FitNest FitNest Mama Website FitNest Mama Instagram: @fitnestmama ** This podcast has general information only. Always seek the guidance of your doctor or other qualified health professional with any questions or concerns you may have regarding your health or medical condition.

Duration:00:11:07