To Birth and Beyond

In today’s episode of the To Birth and Beyond podcast, Anita is talking about birth prep handouts as the missing piece in physiotherapist client sessions. If you offer birth prep - or are considering doing so - listen in for a framework and things to consider (including questions to ask) while developing your birth prep handout, to help your clients prepare themselves for an empowered birth.- - - - - - - - -If you liked this episode of To Birth and Beyond, tell your friends! Find us on iTunes and Spotify to rate/review/subscribe to the show.Want more? Visit www.ToBirthAndBeyond.com, join our Facebook group (To Birth and Beyond Podcast), and follow us on Instagram @tobirthandbeyondpodcast! Thanks for listening and joining the conversation!Resources and References Clinical Birth Prep Resource PackageBirth Prep for Clinical Practice Online Course (Live with recordings)How to Structure a Partner Labour Prep Session in Clinic Workshop (Live with recording)Episode 429: How To Approach Birth Prep with Clients as a Physiotherapist or Physical TherapistEpisode 413: Can You Work with Pregnant and Postpartum Clients as a Physiotherapist Before Having Kids?Episode 350: How to Structure a Partner Birth Prep Session in Clinical PracticeEpisode 383: Birth Prep for Your Physiotherapy PracticeEmbodia app (referenced as a tool used by Anita in her practice)Show Notes 0:59 - Anita introduces what we’ll be talking about today2:05 - Anita reviews what birth prep can look like in clinic, along with topics of discussion8:04 - Anita shares what can be helpful to include when offering something to clients during or after your birth prep session9:57 - Anita lists ways you can use a birth prep handout during your session, and the benefits12:24 - Anita shares how she has used birth prep handouts over the years14:18 - Anita shares additional resources and brings the episode to a close

In today’s episode of the To Birth and Beyond podcast, Jessie is joined by pelvic health physical therapist, Dr. Anietie Ukpe-Wallace (Dr. Tia). Together, they talk about Dr. Tia’s new book called “Tending to Your Womb,” and digging into everything from pregnancy loss and societal expectations around it, to what Dr. Tia is teaching her 11-year-old daughter about her body and why self-care is a main pillar of her work (and what she means by “self-care”).- - - - - - - - -If you liked this episode of To Birth and Beyond, tell your friends! Find us on iTunes and Spotify to rate/review/subscribe to the show.Want more? Visit www.ToBirthAndBeyond.com, join our Facebook group (To Birth and Beyond Podcast), and follow us on Instagram @tobirthandbeyondpodcast! Thanks for listening and joining the conversation!Resources and References Pre/Postnatal Fitness Specialist Academy Interest List (Reopening June 2026)Self-Care Physio websitehttps://www.uphill-books.com/book/tending-to-your-womb/#buy-nowShow Notes 0:58 - The all new and improved Pre/Postnatal Fitness Specialist Academy (PFSA) is reopening for enrollment in June 2026!2:23 - Jessie introduces today’s special guest and what we’ll be talking about!3:25 - Dr. Tia shares how her book came to be and why it was important for her to write7:12 - Dr. Tia discusses what has changed in the understanding and societal expectations around pregnancy loss since she experienced it 13 years ago15:45 - Jessie asks Dr. Tia what she is teaching her daughter about her body right now21:26 - Dr. Tia explains what self-care really means to her, and why it’s a pillar of her work31:52 - Dr. Tia shares the most challenging parts of writing the book36:18 - Dr. Tia discusses how writing the book has changed her work40:22 - If someone is listening who is struggling with their reproductive journey, Dr. Tia’s got some guidance for you!44:42 - Dr. Tia shares where you can find her on the internet!46:22 - Jessie wraps up the episode

In today’s episode of the To Birth and Beyond podcast, Anita and Jessie are busting some myths around prenatal exercise - a hot topic amongst clients and colleagues, alike. The conversation highlights the evolving understanding of women's health and fitness during pregnancy, encouraging listeners to engage with their bodies and seek professional guidance when needed.- - - - - - - - -If you liked this episode of To Birth and Beyond, tell your friends! Find us on iTunes and Spotify to rate/review/subscribe to the show.Want more? Visit www.ToBirthAndBeyond.com, join our Facebook group (To Birth and Beyond Podcast), and follow us on Instagram @tobirthandbeyondpodcast! Thanks for listening and joining the conversation!Resources and References Bump to Birth - self-study courseAnita’s Prepare Your Pelvic Floor for Birth Workshop (start in any trimester)Show Notes 0:55 - Anita’s Prepare Your Pelvic Floor for Birth Workshop1:53 - Jessie and Anita introduce today’s episode subject!2:32 - Myth #1: You shouldn’t start exercising during pregnancy if you weren’t active before pregnancy6:56 - Myth #2: Avoid all core exercises during pregnancy9:51 - Myth #3: Avoid strengthening your pelvic floor OR only do kegels15:14 - Myth #4: You can’t lie on your back after your first trimester17:24 - Myth #5: Lifting weights is unsafe in pregnancy21:28 - Myth #6: Rest is always better than movement when you’re tired, achey or in pain23:52 - Episode wrap up!

In today’s episode, Anita and Jessie run down the top 8 podcast episodes of 2023. In no particular order, they discuss everything from mentally and physically preparing for birth, to exercise and recovery…and beyond! - - - - - - - - - If you liked this episode of To Birth and Beyond, tell your friends! Find us on iTunes and Spotify to rate/review/subscribe to the show. Want more? Visit www.ToBirthAndBeyond.com, join our Facebook group (To Birth and Beyond Podcast), and follow us on Instagram @tobirthandbeyondpodcast! Thanks for listening and joining the conversation! Resources and References Bump to Birth Method - self-paced course Episode 307: 7 Steps to Mentally and Physically Prepare for Birth – Including Pelvic Floor Prep Episode 299: An Exercise Approach for Pregnancy & Postpartum After Eating Disorder Recovery Episode 293: 6 Movements to Include in Pre and Postnatal Workouts Episode 281: Informed Decision-Making During Birth with Mandy Irby Episode 278: From Bump to Birth Method to Recovery – Rachel’s Birth Story Episode 277: Black Motherhood and Breastfeeding in America, with Ashley Mitchell Episode 270: Understanding the Impacts of Weight and Size Stigma in Pregnancy Episode 267: Build A Pelvic Floor Symptoms Flare Up Plan Show Notes 0:55 - Check out Anita’s self-paced Bump to Birth Method Course 2:48 - What today’s episode is all about 4:20 - Episode 307: 7 Steps to Mentally and Physically Prepare for Birth – Including Pelvic Floor Prep 5:45 - Episode 299: An Exercise Approach for Pregnancy & Postpartum After Eating Disorder Recovery 7:58 - Episode 293: 6 Movements to Include in Pre and Postnatal Workouts 9:15 - Episode 281: Informed Decision-Making During Birth with Mandy Irby 11:08 - Episode 278: From Bump to Birth Method to Recovery – Rachel’s Birth Story 12:00 - Episode 277: Black Motherhood and Breastfeeding in America, with Ashley Mitchell 13:23 - Episode 270: Understanding the Impacts of Weight and Size Stigma in Pregnancy 15:33 - Episode 267: Build A Pelvic Floor Symptoms Flare Up Plan 18:51 - Thank you for another amazing year with the podcast!