139: Creating Space in the Pelvic Outlet: Tips for Pushing

On this episode of the MamasteFit Podcast, perinatal trainer and birth doula Gina and certified nurse midwife Roxanne delve into the intricacies of pelvic mechanics for the pelvic outlet. They discuss more than just the 'knees and ankles out' approach, focusing on the importance of soft tissue, hormonal impacts, and pressure mechanics with rib cage and pelvic positioning. Key topics include understanding the pelvic outlet, the role of rib cage positioning, and asymmetrical pushing positions to facilitate baby movement during labor. The episode also touches on prenatal preparation and features insights from both hosts' professional experiences. MamasteFit’s Free Birth Prep Circuit:  https://youtu.be/lAOr0C36yvECheck out our professional pelvic mechanics course here: https://mamastefit.teachable.com/l/pdp/pelvic-mechanics-professional-course?coupon_code=PRESALE00:00 Introduction to the MamasteFit Podcast01:27 Understanding Pelvic Mechanics for Pushing02:06 The Role of Hormones in Pelvic Flexibility03:52 Impact of Rib Cage Position on Pelvic Mechanics08:58 Asymmetrical Pushing Positions11:03 Sponsor Break: Needed Nutrition12:55 Practical Tips for Asymmetrical Pushing19:54 Prenatal Preparation for Pelvic Flexibility21:12 Conclusion and Resources————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/