Postpartum Fitness: When Is It Safe to Exercise Again?

🎙️ This episode is for new mums and anyone supporting them through the postpartum journey. After pregnancy and birth, getting back to exercise can feel confusing, overwhelming, and sometimes even intimidating. So how soon is too soon to return to the gym?Joining us is pre & postnatal specialist Laura McManus-Brennan, who breaks down what actually matters when returning to movement after having a baby. From breath work and core reconnection to pelvic floor health and realistic expectations, this conversation is packed with reassuring advice for navigating postpartum fitness safely and confidently.Postpartum Fitness: When Is It Safe to Exercise Again?Uplift Conversations, Season 02, Ep. 62▪️ The 6 Week Check Myth – Why postpartum recovery timelines are not one-size-fits-all▪️ What You Can Start Doing Early – Breath work, posture and core reconnection exercises▪️ Diastasis Recti Explained – Why abdominal separation is completely normal in pregnancy▪️ Pelvic Floor Red Flags – Signs you should slow down or seek professional help▪️ 10 Minute Workouts Count – Why short sessions can make a huge difference postpartum▪️ Support Networks Matter – How community and partners can help new mums prioritise their health