Episode 55: An Interview with Lindsey, Registered Yoga Teacher and Founder of Austin Yoga Lounge, All About Prenatal Yoga, Pelvic Floors, and Preparing for Birth

In this episode, Jessica sits down with Lindsey DiCello, founder of Austin Yoga Lounge, to talk about what prenatal yoga actually does for a pregnant body. They dig into the difference between a typical yoga class and one designed specifically for pregnancy, how pelvic mobility and breathwork influence labor, and why nervous system regulation matters more than most people realize. The conversation also explores the mental side of birth preparation — including pain coping strategies, body awareness, and the role of consistency in movement during pregnancy.In this episode: 🧘‍♀️ What makes prenatal yoga different from a typical yoga class🦴 Why pelvic mobility (not just strength) matters for labor🫁 Breathwork as one of the most effective labor coping strategies🧠 How nervous system regulation can influence the course of labor🌊 Practicing contractions and “riding the wave” of labor👯 The unexpected power of community in prenatal classes💬 Why learning to listen to your body during pregnancy actually prepares you for birthBirth preparation isn’t just about getting stronger — it’s about learning how to stay present, breathe through intensity, and trust your body in the moment it matters most.Lindsey DiCello is the founder of Austin Yoga Lounge, a prenatal and postpartum movement studio in Central Austin dedicated to supporting people through pregnancy, birth preparation, and early motherhood. A prenatal yoga teacher, pre and postnatal fitness specialist, and birth doula, Lindsey specializes in helping pregnant and postpartum parents build strength, prepare for labor, and recover with confidence through intentional movement and community support.📧 Website: https://www.austinyogalounge.com/⭐New Student Trial: https://www.austinyogalounge.com/new-student-trial📱Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/austinyogalounge/👯TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@austinyogaloungeHow to Find the Lady Birds: 📧 Questions or podcast ideas? Email us at [email protected]📱 Follow along on Instagram for pelvic health education and clinic updates🏥 Learn more about our services at Lady Bird PT (pregnancy, postpartum, and pelvic pain care)⭐ If you enjoyed this episode, leave us a review — it helps more people find the show