Addressing good habits and ergonomics to improve your posture and physical health

“When new mothers come in, they haven’t been given direction on how to practice proper ergonomics post-birth or post-maternity leave. So I would highly suggest that you talk to your employer to get an ergonomic assessment at work so that you are comfortable with all the shifts that you’re body goes through.”In this episode, chiropractor, Dr. Max Dekterov joins founder and CEO Kinia Romanowska to talk about addressing good habits and ergonomics, including physical exercise while working from home, work posture, and the correct movements for lifting and carrying your babies.`Tune in to this episode for insights on how we can perform our daily activities in a safe manner, increase body strength, and improve our overall health.Dr. Max Dekterov is a chiropractor who has helped his patients exceed their recovery expectations, using evidence-based care with active rehabilitation. He has treated families, with children as young as one-year-old. Connect with Dr. Max at South Center Chiropractic Clinic, Facebook and Instagram.0:00 Intro2:08 Meet Dr. Max2:37 Dr. Max’s passion about helping mothers3:44 How does motherhood affect your spine?6:53 Ergonomic tips while caring for a baby15:20 How does a chiropractor help you with your transition through different stages of motherhood?19:36 Adding a chiropractor to your health routine21:18 How do you keep moving and exercising while working from home?25:07 More ergonomic tips from Dr. Max27:54 Connect with Dr. Max28:46 EndnotesIf you’re enjoying the show, I’d be so grateful if you left us a review on iTunes so we can reach more moms, just like you. No one should be alone with the crushing overwhelm of trying to balance family and career life.Want more support from moms just like you? Join us at facebook.com/groups/prosandbabesBe the first to access our free training on career and family life strategies, financial planning for moms, back-to-work planning, and more.Kinia Romanowska is a mother of two, wife, and award-winning journalist turned founder and CEO of Pros&Babes. She helps women in STEM, competitive, and corporate careers (and their employers) turn the "motherhood penalty" into their greatest advantage, through the MoMBA™ (Mom MBA), a 12-month hybrid group coaching, and 1-1 program.For more information, visit momba.prosandbabes.com