Ep 13: What to Think About Before Your Next Pregnancy Workout

Stop scrolling through conflicting pregnancy workout advice on Instagram. In this episode, host Gina Mundy sits down with Tammy Potter, a pregnancy and postnatal specialist, to cut through the noise and reveal what actually works—and what could put you and your baby at risk.You will discover the mental game behind staying active during pregnancy, your body's real signals for when to push forward or when to know you are pushing too hard. We discuss the truth about pelvic floor problems that silently affect millions of women but rarely get talked about. Tammy shares why ignoring pelvic floor health now could derail your recovery later and create problems during birth. She reveals what physical therapists do to help strengthen these critical muscles, so you understand that the work they do goes far beyond what most clients ever see or talk about.We tackle the issue every pregnant woman worries about but few discuss openly: abdominal separation (diastasis recti). Learn what you can do during pregnancy to prevent it and how to bounce back faster postpartum. Plus, we expose the truth about pregnancy nutrition. Remember that viral claim about needing only 50,000 extra calories during the entire pregnancy? We break down what that actually looks like and why understanding your body's real needs matters more than ever.Whether you are newly pregnant and wondering if you should quit the gym or modify your workout, or deep into your third trimester second-guessing every movement, this conversation will give you the knowledge to trust your body again.Your pregnancy. Your birth. Your recovery. Press play now—your future self will thank you.Website: www.ginamundy.comAmazon Book Link: https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0C9KFNPNQThe Childbirth Attorney Podcast https://ginamundy.com/ginas-podcast Instagram: @GinaMundy https://www.instagram.com/ginamundy/Facebook: Gina Mundy, Author: https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=100093989808329Linked In: Gina Mundy https://www.linkedin.com/in/gina-mundy-70318554/Youtube.com https://youtube.com/@thechildbirthattorney?si=LIBP5vUb1v4m33IsTikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@ginacmundyDISCLAIMERThe information discussed in this podcast is for educational purposes only and is not intended as medical or legal advice. Always consult with a qualified healthcare provider or legal professional regarding any medical or legal concerns you may have.#childbirth #pregnancy #birth #doula #pregnant #childbirtheducation #motherhood #baby #postpartum #birthwithoutfear #midwife #newborn #homebirth #birthdoula #naturalbirth #breastfeeding #empoweredbirth #hypnobirthing #laboranddelivery #midwifery #doulalife #prenatal #birthsupport #labor #maternity #momlife #doulasupport #expecting #nurse #birthcoach #saferchildbirth #healthybaby #healthymom