Episode 173- Finding Your Strength: A Realistic Guide to Postpartum Exercise & Wellness

This week on the "Feeding Sense" segment, guest host and Paediatric Dietitian Kath Megaw is joined by Annéke de Silva, a pre and postnatal fitness expert and founder of Glowfit Training. This episode is a realistic and reassuring guide for mothers navigating exercise during pregnancy and after birth. Annéke shares her professional expertise and personal experience as a mom of two, covering everything from core safety to managing motivation.Key discussion points include:Safe Pregnancy Exercise: Learn how to adapt your pre-pregnancy fitness routine safely through each trimester, with a special focus on protecting your core from diastasis recti.When to Return to Fitness: Annéke provides clear guidelines for returning to exercise after both natural and C-section births (4-6 weeks) and emphasizes the importance of listening to your body.Core & Pelvic Floor Rehab: Discover gentle, effective exercises you can start doing almost immediately after birth to safely rebuild your core and pelvic floor strength.Exercise & Breastfeeding Myths: Annéke debunks the common myth that exercise negatively impacts milk supply, explaining that with proper nutrition and hydration, your supply will be fine.Practical Tips: Get expert advice on managing high-impact workouts, choosing the right sports bra to avoid clogged ducts, and how to know if your baby is getting enough milk.Grace Over Guilt: The most important takeaway is how to stay motivated when you're exhausted. Annéke shares a powerful message about having grace with yourself and embracing rest when you need it.This conversation is a must-listen for any expectant or new mother wanting to reconnect with her body in a safe, supported, and realistic way.About Our Guest:Annéke de Silva is the founder of Glowfit Training, a female-focused health and fitness studio specializing in pre and postnatal wellness. As a postpartum fitness instructor, lactation consultant, and mother of two, she is passionate about educating and supporting women through the journey of pregnancy and motherhood. Annéke is based in Gauteng and offers in-person and online programs. Find her on Instagram @glowfit_pt or at glowfittraining.co.za.Episode References and Links:📱 Parent Sense App – Your all-in-one baby care app for routines, nutrition, and expert advice. Download it here.CONNECT WITH MEG FAUREWeb: megfaure.comSocial Media Channels: Facebook: https://web.facebook.com/MegFaure.Sense Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/megfaure.sense/Parent Sense mobile app:Download Parent Sense App Web: https://parentsense.app/