136: Understanding Pelvic Mechanics for Birth Workers

In this episode of The MamasteFit Podcast, hosts Gina, a perinatal fitness trainer and birth doula, and Roxanne, a Certified Nurse Midwife, discuss the importance of understanding pelvic mechanics for birth workers. The episode addresses how the pelvis opens, the different movements and exercises that can create space prenatally and during labor, and the impact of pelvic mechanics on pregnancy comfort, labor progress, and postpartum recovery. They delve into common pregnancy discomforts, birth complications related to baby positioning, and the significance of prenatal preparation. The episode also highlights the importance of collaborative care among birth professionals to best support positive birth outcomes.Here is our free pelvic floor guide, designed with our in house pelvic floor PT!: https://mamastefit.com/freebies/prepare-your-pelvic-floor-for-labor/00:00 Introduction to The MamasteFit Podcast01:08 Understanding Pelvic Mechanics02:51 The Importance of Pelvic Mobility During Pregnancy07:17 Normal Asymmetry and Its Impact on Pregnancy11:56 Personal Experiences with Pelvic Pain18:12 Prenatal Preparation for Better Birth Outcomes21:34 The Role of Pelvic Mechanics in Labor23:13 Sponsor Break: Needed Perinatal Nutrition25:33 Resources and Referrals for Pelvic Health29:42 Introduction to Labor Variations30:54 Understanding Pelvic Mechanics31:42 Common Labor Issues and Solutions32:41 Techniques for Creating Space in the Pelvis35:38 The Mile Circuit Explained36:54 Addressing Baby's Position and Movement46:13 Collaborative Care and Observations52:43 Conclusion and Course Promotion————Get Your Copy of Training for Two on Amazon: https://amzn.to/3VOTdwH📧 Download our free birth prep circuit guide with six exercises to prepare your body for birth: https://mamastefit.com/freebies/prepare-for-birth-circuit/Prepare for your birth with MamasteFit:💻 Online Childbirth Education Courses🏋🏻‍♀️ Online Prenatal Fitness Programming🧘‍♀️ Prepare Your Pelvic Floor for Birth CourseExplore our prep for birth courses: https://mamastefit.com/prenatal-support3rd Trimester Specific Prep Courses: https://mamastefit.com/fitness-programs/third-trimester/-------Freebies to Support Your Postpartum:📩 Join our free early postpartum recovery course: https://mamastefit.com/freebies/early-postpartum-recovery/—-Recover after birth and return to fitness with MamasteFit: https://mamastefit.com/fitness-programs/postpartum/💻 Postpartum Education Courses🏋🏻‍♀️ Postpartum Fitness Programs——Follow Us on IG at https://instagram.com/mamastefit—— This podcast is sponsored by Needed, a nutrition company focused on optimal nourishment for your perinatal journey. ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Use code MAMASTEPOD for 20% off your first order or three months of subscription.⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ ****Freebies*****Early postpartum recovery course: https://mamastefit.com/freebies/early-postpartum-recovery-guide/ Postpartum sample: https://mamastefit.com/freebies/postpartum-fitness-guide/Prenatal Sample: https://mamastefit.com/freebies/prenatal-fitness-program-guide/Pelvic Floor https://mamastefit.com/freebies/prepare-your-pelvic-floor-for-labor/Birth Prep for Labor Guide https://mamastefit.com/freebies/prepare-for-labor-guide/Birth Partner Guide https://mamastefit.com/freebies/birth-partner-guide/Birth Plan https://mamastefit.com/freebies/birth-plan-guide/