))
Join Laura and Nadia, two experienced pelvic health physiotherapists and coaches, as they share their expertise in pre and postnatal health. With a combined 12 years of practice and education, they bring a wealth of knowledge to empower women on their journey through pregnancy and birth. Whether you're a soon-to-be mom, currently pregnant, or navigating the postpartum period, this podcast is your go-to resource for informed decision-making and support.
…
continue reading
In this episode of the birthwell podcast, Kelly shares her profound journey through infertility, pregnancy, and postpartum experiences. From facing the challenges of cervical cancer and PCOS to navigating the complexities of fertility treatments, Kelly's story is one of resilience and hope. She discusses her contrasting pregnancy experiences with h…
…
continue reading
1
S2 Ep9: manipulating your pelvis during labor
30:14
30:14
Spill senere
Spill senere
Lister
Lik
Likt
30:14
In this episode of the birthwell podcast, hosts Laura and Nadia discuss the importance of understanding the pelvis during labor. They acknowledge a tragic loss in their community, emphasizing the inherent risks associated with pregnancy and childbirth. The conversation transitions into a detailed exploration of the stages of labor, likening labor t…
…
continue reading
In this conversation, Laura and Nadia are so excited to bring you their very first birth story! They are welcoming Nikita from our birthwell community to share her experiences with labor, birth, pregnancy and postpartum. She discusses her positive pregnancy experience, the concept of a 'birth map' instead of a rigid birth plan, and the supportive r…
…
continue reading
1
S2 Ep7: Dr. Courtney Clayson-Russell, ND: improving pregnancy and pre-conception health
41:47
41:47
Spill senere
Spill senere
Lister
Lik
Likt
41:47
In this episode of the birthwell podcast, Dr. Courtney Clayson-Russell, a naturopathic doctor, discusses her journey into the field of pre and postnatal health and fertility nutrition. She addresses common misconceptions about naturopathic approaches, the importance of nutrition and lifestyle in fertility, and the role of herbs and supplements. Dr.…
…
continue reading
1
S2 Ep6: laura is pregnant! get her trimester 1 update!
35:36
35:36
Spill senere
Spill senere
Lister
Lik
Likt
35:36
In this episode of the birthwell podcast, Laura shares her exciting news of pregnancy, discussing her journey through the first trimester, including symptoms, family reactions, and the choice of midwives for care. She highlights the importance of health and wellness practices, including supplements and acupuncture, and shares her exercise routine d…
…
continue reading
1
S2 Ep5: Laura Dyet, Doula: how doula support can help your birth
42:06
42:06
Spill senere
Spill senere
Lister
Lik
Likt
42:06
In this episode, Laura Dyet, a certified birth and postpartum doula, shares her insights on the role of doulas in the birthing process. She discusses the various forms of support doulas provide, including emotional, physical, and educational assistance during pregnancy, labor, and postpartum. Laura addresses common misconceptions about doulas, high…
…
continue reading
1
S2 Ep4: managing back pain in pregnancy
34:23
34:23
Spill senere
Spill senere
Lister
Lik
Likt
34:23
In this episode, Laura and Nadia discuss the common issue of back pain during pregnancy. They explore the various causes of back pain, including postural changes and hormonal influences, and categorize the types of back pain experienced by pregnant individuals. The conversation then shifts to management strategies, including exercises and posture t…
…
continue reading
1
S2 Ep3: Rhonda Chamberlain, PT: returning to postpartum exercise
1:00:51
1:00:51
Spill senere
Spill senere
Lister
Lik
Likt
1:00:51
In this episode, Rhonda Chamberlain, a physiotherapist and postpartum fitness coach, shares her journey and expertise in postpartum fitness. She emphasizes the importance of mindset shifts, celebrating small wins, and finding realistic ways to integrate physical activity into daily routines. Rhonda recommends ditching the all-or-nothing mindset, re…
…
continue reading
1
S2 Ep2: diastasis recti part 2- advanced exercises
35:23
35:23
Spill senere
Spill senere
Lister
Lik
Likt
35:23
In this episode, Laura and Nadia discuss diastasis recti and exercises that can be done during pregnancy to help with rehab. They break down the exercises by trimester, starting with the first trimester where they recommend focusing on activating the deep core muscles and breathing properly. In the second trimester, they discuss the importance of m…
…
continue reading
In this episode, Laura and Nadia catch up and discuss their plans for Season 2 of the Birthwell podcast. They share personal updates, including their experiences with matcha and summer activities. They also reflect on their favorite moments from Season 1, with Nadia highlighting the episode with Charlotte, an OB resident, as her favorite. They disc…
…
continue reading
In this final episode of season 1 of the birthwell podcast, Laura and Nadia share positive birth stories from their clients. They reflect on their experience of hosting the podcast and express gratitude for the trust and vulnerability of their patients. Laura shares a story of a client who prepared extensively for her birth, stayed active throughou…
…
continue reading
1
S1 Ep 20: pushing 101: open vs closed glottis pushing
33:29
33:29
Spill senere
Spill senere
Lister
Lik
Likt
33:29
In this episode, Laura and Nadia discuss open versus closed glottis pushing during childbirth. They share their experiences and perspectives on teaching this technique to their clients. They emphasize the importance of being neutral and presenting the pros and cons of both methods. They also discuss the challenges and benefits of each approach, as …
…
continue reading
1
S1 Ep 19: nervous about labor and birth? let's talk about it
42:57
42:57
Spill senere
Spill senere
Lister
Lik
Likt
42:57
In this episode, Laura and Nadia discuss common fears and anxieties that people have about giving birth. They address the fear of tearing and the fear of having a c-section, two of the most common concerns. They emphasize the importance of education and knowledge in alleviating these fears and preparing for different birth outcomes. They also discu…
…
continue reading
In this episode, Laura and Nadia discuss their favorite postpartum products that they recommend to their clients. They cover topics such as peri bottles, nipple cream, perineal balm, disposable boxers, Bellies Inc Ab Wrap, postpartum supplements, silicone scar tape, and scar tissue cream. They emphasize the importance of self-care and healing durin…
…
continue reading
In this episode, Laura and Nadia discuss perineal stretching, its importance, and the controversy surrounding it. They explain the anatomy of the perineum and the potential injuries that can occur during birth. They also highlight the benefits of perineal massage, including reducing the risk of tearing, improving proprioception, and increasing comf…
…
continue reading
1
S1 Ep 16: Dr. Tara Hosie: prenatal & pediatric chiropractor
27:40
27:40
Spill senere
Spill senere
Lister
Lik
Likt
27:40
In this episode, Laura and Nadia welcome Dr. Tara, a family chiropractor, specializes in pre and postnatal as well as pediatric care. Dr. Tara discusses the importance of chiropractic care during pregnancy, the benefits of treating babies, and the identification and treatment of tongue ties. She also discusses the importance of tongue tie releases …
…
continue reading
1
S1 Ep 15: announcing prepare your pelvic floor for birth!
22:55
22:55
Spill senere
Spill senere
Lister
Lik
Likt
22:55
In this episode, Laura and Nadia announce the launch of their course, Prepare Your Pelvic Floor for Birth. They discuss the journey of creating the course and the importance of teaching it live to gather feedback. They explain why they chose to make the course evergreen and the benefits of online learning. They also provide an overview of the cours…
…
continue reading
1
S1 Ep 14: 5 ways your partner can support your labor
29:09
29:09
Spill senere
Spill senere
Lister
Lik
Likt
29:09
In this episode, Laura and Nadia discuss five ways that partners can support the laboring person during childbirth. The techniques they cover include low back massage, peanut ball rocks, hip compressions, rebozo techniques, and advocating for the laboring person. They provide detailed instructions and tips for each technique, emphasizing the import…
…
continue reading
In this episode, Laura and Nadia discuss the transverse abdominis (TA) muscle and its importance in core engagement. They build off their previous episode, your pelvic floor 101, by explaining the important of your transverse abdominus in the inner core. They discuss the impact of pregnancy and postpartum on the TA, including stretching and weaknes…
…
continue reading
1
S1 Ep 12: tips to modify exercise during pregnancy
35:10
35:10
Spill senere
Spill senere
Lister
Lik
Likt
35:10
In this episode, Laura and Nadia discuss the benefits of exercise during pregnancy and how to modify exercise routines. They highlight the importance of maintaining strength and flexibility in the pelvic floor, diaphragm, and transverse abdominis and address common concerns about running and playing sports during pregnancy. They provide recommendat…
…
continue reading
1
S1 Ep 11: returning to intimacy postpartum
38:38
38:38
Spill senere
Spill senere
Lister
Lik
Likt
38:38
In this episode, Laura and Nadia discuss the topic of returning to intimacy and sex postpartum. They cover various physical changes that occur after childbirth, such as muscle guarding, perineal trauma, and hormonal changes. They also touch on the emotional and psychological aspects that can influence postpartum sex, including body image issues, fe…
…
continue reading
1
S1 Ep 10: AMA#1: 2nd time births, managing hemorrhoids and more!
33:35
33:35
Spill senere
Spill senere
Lister
Lik
Likt
33:35
In this episode, Laura and Nadia are celebrating 10 episodes of the birthwell podcast by answering listener questions and discussing various topics! Laura and Nadia share the story of how they met and became friends. They address a listener's concern about being nervous about giving birth a second time and provide reassurance and advice. The conver…
…
continue reading
1
S1 Ep 9: Dr. Roy, OB resident: answering all your birth questions
52:36
52:36
Spill senere
Spill senere
Lister
Lik
Likt
52:36
In this episode, Dr. Charlotte Roy, an OB-GYN resident sits down with Laura and Nadia to answer all your questions about pregnancy, labor, delivery and postpartum. She emphasizes the importance of collaborative, evidence-based, and patient-centered care. Dr. Roy explains that the position for pushing depends on the individual and the specific situa…
…
continue reading
so you're pregnant.. now what?! This episode breaks down everything you need to do when you find out you're pregnant. Nadia and Laura will discuss some first steps, how to choose between a midwife and an OB, some exercise modifications to make and how you can start proactively working on your core and pelvic floor. Disclaimer: Discussion about heal…
…
continue reading
1
S1 Ep 7: trying to conceive? here's everything we want you to know
56:46
56:46
Spill senere
Spill senere
Lister
Lik
Likt
56:46
In this episode Nadia and Laura share all their top tips for trying to conceive with you! If you're starting to think about growing your family and not sure where to start this episode is for you! This episode covers everything about TTC from how to map out your cycle, how to check for ovulation, some supplements to consider and how you can start w…
…
continue reading
1
S1 Ep 6: c-section births: what you need to know
40:17
40:17
Spill senere
Spill senere
Lister
Lik
Likt
40:17
In this episode Laura and Nadia discuss everything you need to know about c-sections. They talk about the anatomy of a c-section, the different types of c-sections, how you can prepare for your up coming c-section and how you can rehab postpartum. C-section's often get a bad rap so they also break down some common myths about c-section recovery! If…
…
continue reading
1
S1 Ep 5: The difference between labor & delivery
23:34
23:34
Spill senere
Spill senere
Lister
Lik
Likt
23:34
In this episode, Nadia and Laura discuss the main difference between labor and delivery. They believe that understanding how to support yourself through labor and then during delivery is key to having a great birth, and to do that, you have to know what to expect in labor and what to expect during delivery. They break down labor into early labor, a…
…
continue reading
1
S1 Ep4: diastasis recti: everything you need to know
37:35
37:35
Spill senere
Spill senere
Lister
Lik
Likt
37:35
In this episode Laura and Nadia break down everything you need to know about diastasis recti. They discuss how you can check yourself for ab separation, some preventative things you can do during your pregnancy and early postpartum, how to rehab diastasis recti postpartum and some things to consider when you're working with a pelvic floor physiothe…
…
continue reading
1
S1 Ep1: welcome to the birthwell podcast
23:49
23:49
Spill senere
Spill senere
Lister
Lik
Likt
23:49
welcome to the birthwell podcast with Laura and Nadia! We're pelvic floor physiotherapists with over 12 years of experience in pelvic health and the co-founders of birthwell inc. We founded birthwell as a space to bring women accessible birth education, and in this episode we're sharing all about what encouraged us to start birthwell, why we though…
…
continue reading
In this episode Nadia and Laura discuss what the heck your pelvic floor even is. Then they dive deeper into how to do a kegel, what other muscle groups to consider to train your pelvic floor, how your pelvic floor changes postpartum, how your pelvic floor is affected by your hormones.. and much more! Make sure to follow and rate our podcast so we c…
…
continue reading
1
S1 Ep 3: how to return to exercise postpartum
33:36
33:36
Spill senere
Spill senere
Lister
Lik
Likt
33:36
In this episode Nadia and Laura break down how to return to exercise postpartum. They discuss where to start when you've had your six week clearance appointment, how to safely return to running, some exercises to avoid postpartum and how to rebuild your pelvic floor and core function! Make sure to follow and rate our podcast so we can reach more wo…
…
continue reading
Av birthwell
…
continue reading
