Beyond the Bounce Back: Postnatal Recovery, Safe Exercise & Supporting Mums with Jen Dugard🤰

Send us Fan MailPostpartum recovery is one of the most important - and often overlooked - phases of a woman’s health journey.In today’s episode, I’m joined by Jen Dugard, founder of MumSafe™, award-winning exercise professional, educator and author who has dedicated her career to helping women safely navigate pregnancy, childbirth and postnatal recovery.After becoming a mother herself in 2008, Jen recognised a significant gap in the fitness industry when it came to properly supporting women during pregnancy and after birth. Since then, she has been on a mission to educate both mums and fitness professionals about safe exercise, recovery and long-term wellbeing during the postnatal period.In this conversation we explore:• Jen’s journey in the fitness industry and how motherhood reshaped her career • What every new or expectant mum needs to know about safe exercise after birth • The long-term consequences of ignoring postnatal recovery • The pressure many women feel to “bounce back” after pregnancy • Why the fitness industry must move beyond aesthetics and focus on supporting women’s health • Responding to the harmful narrative that new mums are simply “lazy” if they don’t regain their pre-baby bodies quickly • How busy mums can still prioritise their own wellbeing and self-careThis episode is an important reminder that postpartum recovery isn’t about rushing back to how your body once looked — it’s about honouring everything your body has been through and supporting it with the care it truly deserves.Whether you’re a new mum, expecting a baby, or simply interested in women’s health, this conversation offers valuable insight into why postnatal care matters so much for long-term wellbeing.Have a listen to our chat, or watch the full video on YouTube here.Thanks for tuning in today to The Can I Get a Refill? Podcast, and be sure to jump on my website (below) to download a free 33 page eBook on 7 Steps to Protect Your Energy & Fill Up Your Cup. You cannot pour from an empty cup, so I’ve designed a guide to help you take care of yourself, in order to uplevel your life. Download it today and make yourself a priority in 2026!Be sure to reach out to us on socials (outlined below)Can I Get A Refill? - Website - SIGN UP TO RECEIVE YOUR FREE 33 PAGE eBOOK ON 7 WAYS TO PROTECT YOUR ENERGY & FILL UP YOUR CUPCan I Get A Refill? - InstagramSteph Bruno-Newton - InstagramCan I Get A Refill? - YouTubeSubstack - Blog ArticlesThe Barefoot Blogger - Blog ArticlesJen Dugard - InstagramMumSafe- InstagramJen Dugard- WebsiteMumSafe - WebsiteThe MumSafe Pro - PodcastPilgrims Cronulla - Website / MenuPilgrims Cronulla - InstagramQueen Margherita of Savoy -