Pregnancy
Frequently asked Pregnancy & Post Natal Exercise questions.
It is so important to ask an experienced Certified Trainer or a Medical Professional questions about Pregnancy and Post Natal exercise. Please don’t just jump online and ask “Dr Google” there is too much information out there that is not correct. Here are a few of the questions I am regularly asked … Can your…
Read MoreGreen Smoothie – gluten free, dairy free, sugar free.
Pregnancy nutrition can be challenging, especially in the first trimester. One way to help keep morning sickness at bay (or help manage it) is to eat food rich in vitamin B6 and potassium. Avocados happen to be rich in both, with a 1 cup portion meeting 20% of the daily value for each. You’ll also…
Read MoreChocolate Zucchini Muffins – gluten free, dairy free.
Craving chocolate during your pregnancy or breastfeeding days ? These chocolate zucchini muffins are delicious (they are part of our online pregnancy and postpartum membership Nutrition Plan endorsed by a Prenatal Nutritionist) so you can rest assured they are great for both you and your baby. And as for the zucchini you (or your toddler)…
Read MoreBellyfabulous January – Amelia & Ben
This months bellyfabulous woman is the beautiful Amelia and her son Ben. How many weeks pregnant are you ? In this image I am 34 weeks pregnant What did you do to keep active during your pregnancy ? I worked right up until 38 weeks and as a teacher I do…
Read MorePregnant Ballet Dancer & Ice Skating Queen – Danika
I am passionate about helping all women continue to do what they love to stay active during their pregnancies. Just like me client Danika Hiew a talented ballerina and ice-skater How many weeks pregnant are you? I am 17 weeks and feeling good ! Have you exercised all your life? Yes. I trained intensely as…
Read MoreMundia 32 weeks pregnant from Instagram @A FitterHappierYou.
This months’ bellyfabulous woman is Mundia from the inspirational instagram account @afitterhappieryou. ” A Mummy to be, who enjoys good food & working out. Hoping to inspire & motivate along the way to a fitter, happier and healthier lifestyle. “ Mundia’s Bellyfabulous Tips : How many weeks pregnant are you ? 32 weeks Why is…
Read MorePelvic Girdle Pain, Pubic Pain & Pelvic Instability in Pregnancy – SIJ, SPD, PGP
Many women become pregnant and think the only exercise they can do is walking. Unfortunately excessive walking can trigger a very uncomfortable condition called SPD – symphysis pubis dysfunction or pelvic pain, pelvic instability or pelvic girdle pain. You can’t STRETCH your way out of pelvic pain ! Often pelvic pain is dismissed as lower…
Read MoreCan I lift weights during pregnancy?
I often get asked “Can I lift weights during pregnancy ? “ The answer : YES you can and if you have been lifting weights pre-conception there is no need to lower the weight straight away. And YES, lifting weights is good for you. It just needs to be done sensibly and preferably under the guidance…
Read MoreWhat does a Doula do during pregnancy and postpartum ?
I was lucky to chat with a doula and midwife with over 30 years experience – Cheryl Sheriff from Ideal Birth. I had never met Cheryl before, yet I immediately felt a wonderful connection with her, and as a mother myself appreciated her wealth of knowledge on birth and babies. Cheryl has spent over a decade…
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