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With Post-natal expert Peter Lap. Peter waffles on about everything related to Post-Natal health and exercise. I answer any question listeners send in and regularly have great, expert, guests on. From exercise, diet and mindset all the way down to the smaller things (such as congratulating you for not yet having thrown your tantrum throwing toddler out of a window) Not suitable for kids :)
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Have you ever wondered if you should try "Intuitive Eating"? IE pops up on my social media feeds every now and again and, although I'm hugely in favour of people using their intuition when they do anything, I can't help but think some people are not really being honest with you about how tricky it can be and how to start. I talk about the issues ma…
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In this week's episode I have the pleasure of talking with Miguel Bautista from CFSrecovery.com about Chronic Fatigue Syndrome. We discuss why CFS, also known as myalgic encephalomyelitis (ME), is often referred to as the "invisible illness," and talk about the daily challenges faced by those living with this misunderstood. and often ignored, condi…
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Should postpartum recovery be sport-specific? I had a wonderful email from someone who said the following; Hi Pete, Long time no see, I hope you’re well. As you probably know I gave birth again a few months ago and am working with a team on my recovery. We’ve only really just started so I’m very early on. My physio is (name removed) ,obviously I’ve…
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This week I am joined by the amazing Natalie Bevans as we're talking pre- and post-partum skincare. Natalie is a Master Aesthetician and she very kindly gave up an hour of her time to explain to little old me why skincare really matters when you're pregnant or post-partum. We discuss many things including; How being pregnant and giving birth change…
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After receiving a tonne, well 6, of emails about postpartum backpain over the past few weeks I am bringing you a chat I had with David Jeter who is an awesome physical therapist. We're talking post-partum back-pain and the benefits of physical therapy and exercise generally. We discuss many, many things including; What is post-partum back pain and …
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This week I talk about the many benefits of exercise during pregnancy. I mention the story of one of my clients who came to me after the birth of her first child, what we did and what her condition was like that the time. The we fast forward a few years and I talk about the difference she noticed, and felt, postpartum because we had done a bit of w…
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This week I try to highlight that postpartum recovery, and postpartum health issues, are generally nothing to be scared of. Diastasis recovery, pelvic girdle pain and back pain solutions are often sold to new mums as "you have A PROBLEM!! BE AFRAID!!" rather than "Yeah, we can sort this. Don't worry about it." I highlight some of the tactics used t…
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Is cycle syncing the next big breakthrough in fitness, or just another marketing gimmick? Should you really only do weight training or HIIT for 2 weeks per month and does that really increase strength by 15% more than consistently doing it? What about adjusting your diet to "balance your hormones"? I have been on a quest to get my hands on the stud…
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Answering member questions this week I am talking about the difference between the various kinds of diastasis and whether you should do different exercises to help recover from them. And I'm talking about whether you can heal diastasis just by losing weight and if being overweight is actually that big of a deal when it comes to diastasis recti. Bel…
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This week I am joined by Dr. Rebecca Dekker, founder of Evidence Based Birth, and host of the amazing podcast with the same name, as we talk everything childbirth. Dr. Dekker reveals the shocking realities of hospital childbirth practices that often prioritize outdated routines over evidence-based care. Discover how restrictive practices, such as l…
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After recieving loads of emails about the pelvic floor, and seeing it discussed even more online this week; In this week's episode we are talking Pelvic Floor with the amazing MaryEllen Reider. MaryEllen is the co-director of Yarlap, the wellness device to treat urinary incontinence and improve sexual performance and experience through muscle contr…
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This week I am over the moon to be joined by Bianca Sprague from Bebo Mia Imagine having a support system that empowers you through every stage of parenthood, from preconception to the early days of postpartum. Bianca and I talk about the impact doulas have on birthing individuals and families. She explains the role of a good doula; how doulas offe…
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This week I have the pleasure of talking to sleep consultant Missy Yandow. Missy is a sleep, and potty training, consultant at Slumber and Bloom and we discuss absolutely everything you could possibly want to know about sleep training. From the age you could actually start to whether babies should sleep through the night. From what the goal of slee…
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As I'm still waiting on a response from some people about an episode I had planned about menstrual cycling and menstrual mapping. This week I'm answering some more of your questions and emails, covering a rather wide variety of subjects. What are my top 3 tips for a successful, and fast, post-partum recovery? Why resistance training for your upperb…
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What if adjusting your parenting approach could unlock your neurodivergent child's full potential? This week I am delighted to be joined by Elaine Taylor-Klaus from Impact Parents as we explore the unique needs of neurodivergent, or "neuro-spicy," children. Elaine breaks down the differences between neurotypical and neurodivergent brains, addressin…
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One of those things that keeps popping up is the age-old question; "What matters more Calories, Macros or food quality when it comes to diets?" So today that is what I am talking about. When does each of these matter and when do they not? Do you really need a 40-30-30 macro split for "healthy eating"? 1g of protein per lbs of body weight???? Should…
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After having several chats, and getting several emails via peter@healthypostnatalbody.com asking about vaginal health this month I wanted to bring you this interview I did with Beth DuPriest PhD Vaginal health expert Dr. Beth DuPriest, is the Chief Science Officer at Vaginal Biome Science Dr. DuPriest is a former Professor of Biology and Division D…
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I made the mistake of searching "diastasis recti" in my social media feed on Threads this week and boy-oh-boy..did I come across some nonsense. So that's what I'm doing today, another "mythbusting" episode. Can you heal within 28 days by doing only 4 exercises? Is breathing useless? Why do people use meaningless jargon? Do posture and alignment REA…
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As I'm still ridiculously busy with the upcoming exciting thing I can't yet talk about ;) This week I bring you the conversation I had with nutritional therapist Kirsten Chick a few years ago. Not only is Kirsten a nutritional therapist, She's a public speaker, educator, podcast host of not one but TWO podcasts and author of "Nutrition brought to l…
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On this week's episode I talk about what I believe is one of the biggest problems in women's post-natal recovery; Fear. And especially "The fear of making things worse". By far most of the emails I get refer to this in one way or another. "What if I make my diastasis worse?" "I am told I can't do X exercise because my stomach will rip open" "The ph…
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Are you concerned about your breastmilk production or have you heard that exercise can negatively impact on it? This week I have the please to sit down with expert Ashley P. Lambert to dispel myths and offer practical advice for new moms facing these challenges. Our conversation cuts through the misinformation surrounding exercise's impact on breas…
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I get a lot of questions from women about eating more vegetables and having a more "plant-based diet" A while ago I had the pleasure of talking to Julieanna Hever, MS RD CPT. aka the plant based dietitian and she really is the go-to for me on this stuff so I am very happy to bring you our chat again. I loved her soo much I bought her book straight …
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In this weeks episode you have the pleasure to listen to a conversation I had in 2022 with the mighty Court Garfoot, talking everything PCOS (Polycystic Ovary Syndrome) Court is a nutritionist and specialises in hormone imbalances including PCOS and Endometriosis. She is also very eloquent and knowledgable so she is just the ticket when you want to…
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In this week's episode I am lucky enough to answer several great questions from someone who emailed in. Here are the questions I was asked; 1. I'm not sure I'm doing the home workouts right. When there is a spot that says "breathing (lying)" or "(standing)", does that just mean I do the upward motion breath that many times while lying or sitting? (…
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In this week's, nice and brief, episode I answer the question whether you can heal diastasis recti whilst you're breastfeeding. For some reason some healthcare professionals don't understand how breastfeeding impacts the body, but it DEFINITELY doesn't make your muscles stop working like muscles!! Also, again, diastasis recti is not "for life and y…
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On this week's episode I answer more listener emails. An email from a pro-athlete who asks how/if she "can stay active, and prevent gaining too much weight during pregnany, to ensure she remains competitive and has an easier post-partum recovery" is what starts us off this week. The I briefly talk about pregnancy belts to support your "baby-bump" a…
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On this week's episode I talk all things food. I've had a lot of questions about this recently and I've seen even more discussions/statements on social media. So let's answer some questions and busts some myths. Does meal timing matter? Is breakfast really that important for your bloodsugar levels? (Here and here are some studies I mentioned) Does …
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Next month is Autism Acceptance Month and therefore I am bringing you this amazing interview I did in April 2022. A couple of years ago I had the pleasure of talking to author Dawn M Barclay and, I think it's safe to say, I learned more from this conversation than from many others I have had over the past 10 years. She's the author of a book called…
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This week I am absolutely over the moon to be joined by Dr. Theresa Costales, Arizona Medical Director for Connections Health Solutions, as we are talking all things to do with postpartum mental health but especially postpartum psychosis. From the transient 'baby blues' to the gripping challenges of postpartum depression and the alarming reality of…
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In this week's episode I answer more questions; Does an anterior placenta make diastasis recti worse? I talk about what anterior placenta is, what the effects of it are and why its nothing to worry about. I also talk about "How to create toned arms". I get asked this question a lot so I talk about the right exercises to do and which exercises you c…
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As parents, we're often caught in the eye of the 'should storm,' buffeted by unyielding waves of perfectionism and contradictory advice that promise smooth sailing but leave us floundering. Pediatrician Alison Escalante, MD, joins me on a voyage through these tumultuous seas, shining a beacon on the cultural expectations and societal 'shoulds' that…
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As a new parent, the world expects you to have an instant love affair with motherhood, but what if the reality is a juggling act that leaves you feeling anything but rejuvenated? Tessia Watson, author of "Rejuvenated Mums Make Happy Kids," joins me for a conversation that peels back the layers of post-natal self-care and the societal taboos that ca…
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This week I answer 3 diastasis recti related questions; Is Hula Hooping really good for healing diastasis recti? I answer the question and talk you through how to make sure you can do your hula hoop class safely when you have diastasis recti/or at least a gap. Is it normal to have lower back ache the day after doing some diastasis exercises? It is …
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On this week's episode I am delighted to be joined by Kristin Mallon, the visionary CEO behind Femgevity, for a deep dive into perimenopause and all things associated with that. Kristin explains what perimenopause REALLY is, what the symptoms are and how you can best manage it. We talk about HRT, the myths and the facts and the need for women going…
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It's the 250th episode of the podcast and what better way to celebrate it, if that's the right term ;), than by sharing with you what I've learned in my decade+ long working in the postpartum recovery field. I talk about all the things I learned when I did my first postpartum qualification 10+ years ago that no longer hold true. I talk about the ch…
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Uncover the mysteries of your gastrointestinal universe with our special guest, Josh Dech, a holistic nutritionist who's a wizard at simplifying the complex world of gut health. Did you know your gut isn't just a silent worker, but a key player in your body's symphony, harmonizing processes like weight management, hormonal balance, and even your mo…
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Could belly support bands, kino tape, belly wraps etc. be the hidden key to postpartum recovery? What about wearing one during your pregnancy, will that actually help prevent diastasis recti/pelvic girdle pain etc? In today's episode, I discuss the real deal with taping and belly bands during pregnancy. Despite their popularity, there's a lack of e…
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On this week's episode I talk about two things that I've been asked about this week. One of my new client's asked whether exercise during pregnancy helps prevent things like diastasis recti and pelvic girdle pain. So I talk a bit about what exercising during your pregnancy ACTUALLY helps with, and what it doesn't. I was also asked about the "danger…
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On the first episode of 2024 I answer 2 listener emails. I talk about the need for sufficient protein postpartum and answer the question "if you should eat more when you are postpartum". I also touch on how to set your plate up if you're looking to eat healthy. Where should you start? How much protein is enough and is protein the be-and-end-all? Th…
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It's the end of 2023 and for this episode I have collected my 3 favourite pieces of advice from interviews I've done this year. To be honest, I had a HUGE selection to choose from and have left many good things out..but a top 3 isn't a top 6 so that was always going to happen. Listen to Danika Sanchez from "Baby Steps Concierge Nursing" talk about …
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On this week's episode I talk umbilical hernias. A lot of postpartum women have an umbilical hernia but there seems to still be a lot of confusion about whether there is a causal link between diastasis recti and umbilical hernias. Can you repair an umbilical hernia by exercise, as some personal trainers would have you believe? Is a hernia "Just dia…
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This week I had a lot of questions and conversations about fertility, especially from women struggling to conceive a second or third child. And, though I'm more than happy to answer questions myself, this is not my specialist subject and I would just be repeating the information this guest gave me a couple of years ago. So, from the vault, I am del…
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This week I'm answering some great questions that I've had. You might have heard me talk about bloating and the impact on diastasis recti before. A great question this week was to do with bloating around your period and whether this also affects diastasis recti recovery. Then I talk a bit about the FODMAP diet as a solution for people who have issu…
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Ever wondered if C-sections could lead to muscle dysfunction? Do they cut muscles during a C-section or do they not? This week I answer those questions; I'll talk through the intricasies of C-section procedures, explaining clearly that stomach muscles are not cut but some fascia is sliced to access the uterus. And that the uterus itself is a muscle…
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On this week's episode I deal with 2 emails; 1 regarding scoliosis and pregnancy and the other asking for a very specific skillset and personal training. I go through the scant but vital research on the interplay between pregnancy and spinal curvature, addressing concerns about potential pain and curve progression. Can your scoliosis get worse when…
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Have you ever found yourself contending with symptoms such as hot flashes, sleep disturbances, irritability, or anxiety? These could be the signs of perimenopause, a stage in a woman's life that barely gets the consideration it deserves. In today's episode I have the pleasure of talking to Heidi Davis CEO and Co-founder of Identifyher.ai Heidi has …
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Unveiling the mysteries of dental care during pregnancy, this week I'm delighted to be talking with Teresa Yang, DDS. With over 30 years of experience, Teresa is an expert on oral hygiene and its importance, especially during the crucial period of pregnancy. She has taught clinical dentistry and patient management at UCLA School of Dentistry, has w…
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Can burlesque become a tool for postpartum body confidence? This week I'm delighted to be joined by Cat LaCohie and we're talking everything body confidence. We explore the reality of societal pressures that many women face after pregnancy, and how Cat uses burlesque as a medium to reconnect women with their bodies and embrace self-love. But this e…
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This week's episode I answer a listener email with several questions about diastasis recti; Why is progress soo slow? It's been 3 months and I've only managed to close the gap by a finger or so. Will the gap ever completely close? Is it a problem if the gap doesn’t fully close before another pregnancy? And also if it closes do I still need to conti…
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Did you know air in our homes and workplaces can significantly affect our health? This episode promises to transform your understanding of indoor air quality and its impact on wellbeing, with our special guest Michael Rubino, founder of HomeCleanse. We'll reveal the shocking fact that it only takes 24-48 hours for mold and bacteria to sprout and fl…
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