78. When Carrying Your Kid Hurts Your Back (And the Fix Most Moms Miss)

Back pain from carrying your toddler? Hip pain from holding your baby all day?  If you’re a working mom dealing with constant aches from carrying your kids, this episode will show you why it’s happening—and how to fix it with simple, realistic changes. Carrying your child is one of the most physically demanding parts of motherhood. Whether it’s holding your toddler on your hip, lifting them in and out of the car seat, or carrying a sleeping child through the house, these repetitive movements can lead to mom back pain, hip pain, and neck tension. Most advice tells moms to “strengthen your core” or “fix your posture.”  But that’s not the full picture. In this episode, you’ll learn why your pain isn’t just about strength—it’s about how you’re carrying your child, how often you’re doing it, and how your daily environment is set up. And I’m sharing the simple fix most moms miss that can start reducing your pain today. 🤍 What You’ll Learn: Why carrying a toddler creates back pain and muscle strain How one-sided carrying (hip carrying) leads to imbalances and pain The truth about core strength and why it’s not enough on its own The overlooked strategy: reducing how much you have to carry in the first place How to carry your child with better body mechanics and less strain Easy ways to set up your home with “parking spots” to give your body a break Practical, real-life ergonomic tips for moms that actually work       Quick Takeaway: Less carrying + better carrying = less back pain You don’t need more time, more workouts, or perfect posture.  You need small, strategic adjustments to how you move through your day.       This Episode Is For You If: You have back pain from carrying your toddler You feel sore after holding your baby on your hip You’re dealing with postpartum back pain, neck pain, or shoulder tension You’re a working mom trying to feel better in your body without adding more to your plate       Ready for More Support? If this episode resonated, share it with a mom friend who’s always carrying a kid 🤍   Check out the website: 👉 amandarabincoach.co Interested in one-on-one ergonomic coaching to reduce pain and feel better in your mom life? 👉 Book your call here Follow me on Instagram for daily ergonomic tips and mom-life hacks: 👉 @dr.amanda_ergocoach 🤍 Join the free Everyday Ergonomics for Working Moms Facebook community for more practical tips and support. 👉 Join here Don’t forget — you can also download my free ebook for even more quick, practical tips to reduce pain while mothering: 👉Download the ebook here Before you shop: some links are affiliate links. As an Amazon Associate, I earn from qualifying purchases—at no extra cost to you. These are the same mom-life and ergonomic tools I use and genuinely recommend to simplify your days and support your body. 🤍 👉shop recommendations here   🎧 Similar Episodes You May Love: If this episode opened your eyes to how much your feet impact your body, here’s where to go next: Episode 15: Stop Rolling Your Ankles: Top Exercises to Strengthen Ankles in 2 Minutes a Day Episode 67: How Moms Can Lift, Bend, and Carry Without Pain Episode 62: Train for the Life You Live: Functional Strength for Moms Episode 48: From Wrist to Trap: The Mom Pain Connection – Understanding Compensations in Motherhood Episode 47: The Truth About Back Pain: Movement, Strength, and Mom Life Episode 1: What is Ergonomic Coaching and Why Every Mom Needs It