35: Diastasis Recti: Understanding Abdominal Separation to Heal Postpartum

In this week's episode, we're going to be talking all about diastasis recti, also known as DRA, DR, coning, or abdominal separation. This is the normal abdominal separation that occurs during pregnancy. Join us as Gina and Roxanne chat about how to decrease the severity of diastasis recti, and also what you can do to heal it in the postpartum! Watch our video on how to minimize coning here: https://youtu.be/Nz2craPkea8 In This Episode: 0:00 Introductions 01:39 What is Diastasis Recti? 04:52 Can We Prevent DRA? 07:31 Coning VS Doming 10:47 Strategies to Minimize Coning 18:59 How to Measure Your DRA 22:29 What Can We Do to Increase Tissue Density? 29:55 Why Posture Matters 32:25 Seeking Professional Help 34:27 Quick Recap ----- 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.⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ And we are sponsored by Crossover Symmetry, world-class training and equipment for pain, fitness & performance. ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Use code MAMASTEFIT for 20% off your equipment package.