Ep. 101: Movement for Pregnancy, Labor & Birth - Guidance from a Doula, Abby Morris

Follow Modern BodyStay connected with Aly DiRoma and the Modern Body community: https://link.me/alydiromaIf you aren't already a member of the Modern Body Online Studio , you can experience that too with a free 7-day trial. Explore the full catalog of classes for free for the first 7 days.In this EpisodeAly sits down with her own doula, Abby Morris of Sleep Child O'Mine, to explore something often overlooked in birth prep: how movement during labor can completely shift the experience. Abby brings real-world wisdom about why staying mobile isn't just comfortable—it's strategic.She walks through specific positions and props that work with the body's design. But what makes this conversation distinct is Abby's emphasis on preparation that goes beyond the physical. She outlines four pillars—physical conditioning, mental health support, pelvic floor assessment, and trauma resolution—explaining how the mind-body connection intensifies during labor. Listeners walk away with practical tools for advocating for movement in any birth setting and understanding that labor is as much a mental journey as a physical one.Even if you aren’t expecting, this episodes has take-aways for how to overcome challenges through movement.Connect with Abby Morrishttps://www.sleepchildomine.com/https://www.instagram.com/sleepchildomine/Want help with production of your podcast? Contact Michelle Sanchez [[email protected]]