3 INGREDIENT BREAKFAST SMOOTHIE – pregnancy & postpartum

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Smoothies are a great option when you are busy, nauseous or just too tired to consider chewing….but still want to stay well nourished !! This breakfast smoothie is one of my favourites as it only contains 3 ingredients. Plus, it’s high in protein, essential fats and amino acids to help you feel full and the…

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5 steps to safely return to running after pregnancy

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So Mama ? Do you want to return to running after pregnancy… give a fun run a go, or simply use running as a form of exercise. Running after birth is possible, however you do need a progressive strategy to ensure it happens safely and effectively – just like my gorgeous client Cath. The 5…

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Bone Broth for Immunity and Gut Health during pregnancy and postpartum

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I am all about nutrient dense recipes that are quick and easy. Here is a snack, dinner or lunch recipe that will also boost your immunity and gut health during pregnancy and postpartum Bone broth with hard boiled eggs and zucchini  (1 serve as per recipe) This recipe was created by Georgia Marrion our prenatal nutritionist…

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Workout for your current body, not your past body during pregnancy & postpartum

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If you are pregnant or postpartum your body has changed…so the way you exercise, workout and nourish yourself also has to CHANGE ! Workouts should be focused on your current body, not your past body. If you are embarking on pregnancy exercise, you may have received to “just keep doing what you are doing”…unfortunately this…

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Spin Classes & Cycling for Pregnancy & Postpartum – VIDEO

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Cycling or Spin Classes are an excellent, low impact exercise for pregnant and postnatal women. I have been instructing Spin / RPM classes for over a decade and continued to during my first trimester of pregnancy. However, like any forms of exercise during pregnancy and postpartum there are a few tips you need to follow…

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Prepare your pelvic floor to JUMP cough or sneeze – pregnancy & postpartum

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Do you sometimes dread coughing, laughing or if you will ever have to jump !I get it …. as at least 1 in 4 women are suffering some for of leaking or don’t know how to activate their pelvic floor correctly to avoid this dreaded #peezing ! I can jump on a trampoline ! I…

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Return to RUNNING & MORE INTENSE exercise post birth – postpartum

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Hey Mama are you feeling like you are ready to get back into more regular and intense forms of exercise post birth including running and high impact moves ?  If you have had a baby 5 weeks, 5 months or 5 + years ago please watch my video below and learn 4 key strategies to…

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Why I became a Pregnancy Postpartum Trainer / Coach

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Hey there …would you like to know why I became a pregnancy and postpartum trainer ? I started working in the fitness industry when I was 17 as I loved sport and exercise and thought it would be an awesome part-time job during my university studies. It sure was –  I trained as a personal…

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Healthy 1 pot pasta bolognaise – Pregnancy Postpartum

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This bolognaise recipe is on high rotation in our house, it is packed with vegetables and nutrients for all the family and is so easy to make. It is also so versatile (see my serving suggestions below) and the perfect freezer meal if you are in pregnancy nesting mode, preparing for your precious postpartum journey !…

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