To Birth and Beyond
To Birth and Beyond is a podcast about fitness, pelvic floor health, fertility, pregnancy, birth, postpartum recovery, and parenthood. Hosts Jessie Mundell, a kinesiologist and fitness coach, and Anita Lambert, a pelvic health and orthopedic physiotherapist, share education and candid conversations. The show addresses the physical, mental, and emotional health challenges and joys of pregnancy and early motherhood. It aims to support parents with practical information and honest stories from their own and others' experiences.
Episodes
Episode 461: Birth Prep for Physios - What to Ask Your Prenatal Clients
Episode 461: Birth Prep for Physios - What to Ask Your Prenatal ClientsIn today's episode, Anita is talking to physiotherapists who work with pregnant clients, or want to, and are ready to make their assessments more efficient and confident by asking the right questions from day one. Starting the birth prep conversation early, right from that very first session, sets you up with huge insight into
Episode 460: 5 Things You've Been Told About Perimenopause Exercise (That Are Wrong)
Episode 460: 5 Things You've Been Told About Perimenopause Exercise (That Are Wrong)In today's episode, Jessie and Anita break down five perimenopause exercise myths they're hearing online and from their clients. They cover everything from strength training misconceptions to cardio, body composition, pelvic floor symptoms, and the age-old myth that it's "too late" to start. Tune in for some
Episode 459: Squat Better in Pregnancy & Postpartum. Position, Pain, Pelvic Floor
Episode 459: Squat Better in Pregnancy & Postpartum. Position, Pain, Pelvic FloorIn today’s episode, Jessie and Anita discuss squatting in pregnancy and postpartum. They emphasize that squats are a daily-life movement and should feel comfortable in the knees, hips, back, and pelvic floor. They bust common myths and offer key cues to help your squats feel more comfortable and give you more conf
Episode 458: GLP-1s, Diet Culture, and Your Relationship with Food and Body
Episode 458: GLP-1s, Diet Culture, and Your Relationship with Food and BodyIn today’s episode, Jessie closes out her GLP-1 series by discussing how using or considering a GLP-1 medication can impact your relationship with food, exercise, and body image, especially for those who’ve done body neutrality work or have a history of disordered eating. ---If you liked this episode of To Birth and Be
Episode 457: 3 Ways to Get Rid of Hip, Pelvic, Back & Neck Pain When You Sleep During Pregnancy
Episode 457: 3 Ways to Get Rid of Hip, Pelvic, Back & Neck Pain When You Sleep During PregnancyIn today’s episode, Anita shares 3 simple strategies to help promote more comfortable and supportive sleep while pregnant. You don’t have to settle for poor sleep or invest in an expensive pregnancy pillow! Anita has practical and easy to implement tips so you can be getting that much needed rest ton
Episode 456: Strength Training on a GLP-1. Why Lifting Matters More Than Ever
Episode 456: Strength Training on a GLP-1 - Why Lifting Matters More Than EverIn today’s episode, Jessie provides evidence based information on why strength training is so important while on a GLP-1 and how it doesn’t erase what the medication is doing, but rather helps build healthier musculoskeletal, pelvic floor, bone mass and cardiovascular systems in your body.If you liked this episode of To
Episode 455: Early Labour. What to Expect, What to Do & How to Know It's Started
Episode 455: Early Labour: What to Expect, What to Do & How to Know It's StartedIn today’s episode, Anita is talking all about early labour. One of the most common questions she gets from expecting moms is: how do I know if labour started? What does it feel like? When should I call my provider or go to the hospital or birth center? So listen in as Anita shares her early birth stories, and cove
Episode 454: Your Pelvic Floor on a GLP-1. What You Need to Know.
Your pelvic floor on a GLP-1 does feel the changes in muscle mass and gut motility. In today’s episode, Jessie dives into 2 side effects she’s seeing in clients. She will provide you with simple yet helpful solutions to guide you through while on GLP-1s. If you liked this episode of To Birth and Beyond, tell your friends! Find us on Apple Podcasts and Spotify to rate/review/subscribe to the s
Episode 453: Just Found Out You're Pregnant_ Start With These 5 Things
Episode 453: Just Found Out You're Pregnant? Start With These 5 ThingsJust found out you're pregnant? In today’s episode, Anita shares the first five things she wishes every expecting mom knew in those early weeks. Instead of another overwhelming to-do list, you'll walk away with practical guidance to help you feel more calm and confident about what actually matters over the months ahead.If
Episode 452: Rapid-Fire Postpartum Pelvic Floor And Exercise Myth Busting
Episode 452 Show Notes: Rapid-Fire Postpartum Pelvic Floor And Exercise Myth BustingIn today’s episode, Jessie breaks down in quick, easy terms 9 common postpartum pelvic floor myths about recovery, symptoms and exercise.---If you liked this episode of To Birth and Beyond, tell your friends! Find us on Apple Podcasts and Spotify to rate/review/subscribe to the show.Want more? Visit www.ToBirthAndB
Episode 451: Why Your Physiotherapy Clients Aren't Doing Their Home Exercises (And How to Change That)
Episode 451: Why Your Physiotherapy Clients Aren't Doing Their Home Exercises (And How to Change That)In today’s episode, Anita shares some of the biggest shifts she’s made over her 16+ years as a physio that have helped her clients become more consistent and ultimately get better results. This episode is for you if you've ever wondered why so many of your clients aren't following through with the
Episode 450: The Importance Of Doing High-impact Workouts When You’re 35+.mp3
In today’s episode, Jessie and Anita sit down to discuss the importance and benefits for doing high-impact workouts when you’re over the age of 35. This not only benefits you now but also impacts your future as you continue to age. Have a listen now and leave with practical tips for your future.----If you liked this episode of To Birth and Beyond, tell your friends! Find us on Apple Podcasts and S
Episode 449: Modify Exercise in Pregnancy. Answering All The How’s, Why’s and Whens
Episode 449: Modify Exercise in Pregnancy. Answering All The How’s, Why’s and Whens.In today’s episode, Anita and Jessie talk about exercise modifications for pregnancy. Jess and Anita commonly get asked questions like: SHOULD I modify? WHEN should I modify? And much more! They go over some signs that may mean you’ll want to modify as well as practical modifications you may want to try!-----If you
Episode 448: What You Need To Know About Your C-Section Shelf
Episode 448: What You Need To Know About Your C-Section Shelf In today’s episode, Anita and Jessie discuss C-Section Shelves. Jessie has been getting so many posts shared with her about it, and folks reaching out scared about the look and functionality of the area where it is. We are going over what they are, why they exist, and some tips if you are concerned about yours!----If you liked this
Episode 447: 4 Strategies on How to Practice for Your Birth
Episode 447: 4 Strategies on How to Practice for Your BirthIn today’s episode, Anita talks about something that she goes through with her prenatal physio clients as well as her students in Bump to Birth: PRACTICING! Looking for tips and strategies for labor, pushing, and support (for partner/birthing support persons)? Now you will have them! Even if your birthing experience takes twists and turns,
Episode 446: How Meghan Built a Hybrid Pre & Postnatal Fitness Business with PFSA
Episode 446: How Meghan Built a Hybrid Pre & Postnatal Fitness Business with PFSAIn today's episode, Jessie sits down with Megan Barrett of Barrett Fitness in Syracuse, NY to talk about her journey from general personal training into perinatal coaching, and how PFSA training opened her eyes to a whole new way of working with clients. They dig into the gaps in standard trainer certifications, w
Episode 445: Return To Jumping Postpartum: The Step-By-Step Process
Episode 445: Return To Jumping Postpartum: The Step-By-Step Process In today’s episode, Anita and Jessie give step by step tips on how to get back to jumping postpartum. They dive in to the very early days, to eight weeks, to beyond stages and share practical examples of ways to get you back to jumping during workouts, trampolines, etc. If you liked this episode of To Birth and Beyond, t
Episode 444: How To Coach Or Treat Highly Athletic Women In Pregnancy
In today’s episode, Jessie Mundell and Anita Lambert discuss coaching highly athletic pregnant clients who often want to keep training. They stress individualized assessment beyond workout programming, including motivations, body image history, and mental health. Alongside physical factors like pelvic floor symptoms, fatigue, nausea, sleep disruption, and capacity changes.If you liked this episode
Episode 443: What Body-Neutral Fitness Actually Looks Like, with Anna Maltby
In today’s episode, Jessi Mundell interviews health and fitness journalist, certified personal trainer, Pilates instructor, and Substack creator Anna Maltby. They talk about her path from magazine journalism into coaching functional strength, health, and mental wellbeing while avoiding weight, calorie, and aesthetic language. Anna discusses how noticing that pelvic floor complexity, relaxin miscon
Episode 442: Birth Prep for Physiotherapists - The Missing Piece in Your Client Sessions
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.- - -
Episode 441: The Missing Guide to Reproductive Health with Dr. Anietie Ukpe-Wallace
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 mai
Episode 440: Myth-Busters - Prenatal Exercise Edition!
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 t
Episode 439: Breaking Barriers In Fitness Coaching For Women In India, with Nandini Adhuja
In today’s episode, Jessie welcomes fellow fitness professional, Nandini Adhuja onto the podcast to talk about her work with pregnant, postpartum and perimenopause patients, how the certifications she earned are shaping her work and her career, and why she came into these certifications - especially at such a young age. Listen in as we discuss Nandini’s recognition of differences regarding relatio
Episode 438: Is Pilates Enough to Build Muscle?
In today’s episode, Jessie and Anita are talking about something that is having “such a moment” these days: PILATES! Tune in to hear them talk about their experience with Pilates, the benefits, and if attending a Pilates class a couple of times per week is enough to build muscle.- - - - - - - - -If you liked this episode of To Birth and Beyond, tell your friends! Find us on iTunes and Spotify to r
Episode 437: Will A.I. Replace Physios and Fitness Coaches?
In today’s episode, Anita and Jessie are discussing a topic that they haven’t covered before on the podcast, but has been coming up more frequently: Will A.I. replace physiotherapists and fitness coaches? Tune in to hear their thoughts - including a conversation on ethical consumption, and how both clients and professionals might be able to use A.I. to improve their lives.- - - - - - - - -If you l
Episode 436: Stop Waiting Until Your Body is “Fixed” to Exercise
In this replay of TBAB Episode 214, Jessie is talking with us about options to move your body while continuing to heal - as opposed to waiting until you are feeling 100%! Conversation inspired by a social media post from Madison Cleckler!- - - - - - - - -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
Episode 435: How To Navigate Pelvic Organ Prolapse During Pregnancy Exercise
In today’s episode, Jessie and Anita talk about exercising in pregnancy if you are experiencing pelvic organ prolapse. They dive into what pelvic organ prolapse is, how best to approach movement, addressing constipation, and how exercising in pregnancy may be a saving grace!- - - - - - - - -If you liked this episode of To Birth and Beyond, tell your friends! Find us on iTunes and Spotify to rate/r
Episode 434: How Your Birth Partner Can Support You During Labour
In today’s episode, Anita is talking all about partner labour prep support: how the birther and partner can prepare in a way that is practical AND realistic through both parties understanding what actually matters when it comes to birth prep, as well as things that are left out of most birth prep courses. What Anita sees most in clinic is the partner wanting to help - they just don’t know how to b
Episode 433: How To Actually Do Your Workouts (& Stop Waiting For The Right Time)
In today’s episode, Jessie is talking about how to do workouts in your chaotic, really real life, and try to make it happen with as much consistency as possible. Even as a fitness professional, a kinesiologist and personal trainer, Jessie divulges that it still takes effort for her to do her workouts each week, even when she is trying to do the least for the results she wants. So, she is sharing t
Episode 432: Using Gravity in Labour - What It Means and How To Practice Before Birth
In today’s episode, Anita is talking with us specifically about using gravity in labour. What does that mean? How do you practice? Through her pelvic health physiotherapy expertise and anecdotes from her own births, Anita will walk us through things to keep in mind, why it’s helpful, and ways to practice with your partner!If you are pregnant, planning on being pregnant, or support pregnant clients
Episode 431: Why Exercise Feels Harder After 35+
Does your body feel like it stopped cooperating when you reached age 35? Are you frustrated that what used to work for you in terms of working out IS NOT anymore? Are you experiencing body composition changes, pelvic floor symptoms, or other things - maybe even symptoms you thought you had dialed in on, but they are returning? Are you tired of conflicting information on the internet about what’s g
Episode 430: How To Adjust Your Workouts As Your Pregnant Body Changes
In today’s episode, Jessie and Anita discuss their tips to adjust your workouts during pregnancy - so you can keep working out, sustainably!- - - - - - - - -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 follo
Episode 429: How To Approach Birth Prep with Clients as a Physiotherapist or Physical Therapist
In today’s episode, Anita will zoom in on the birth prep conversation in a prenatal assessment. This will give you huge insight from day one about how you’ll approach birth prep with your client, regardless of where they are in their pregnancy. Today’s episode is for you if you’re a physiotherapist who wants to work with pregnant clients, or if you already are, but want to make your assessment mor
Episode 428: Building a Fitness Training Franchise Specifically For Moms, with Jessica Sennett
In today’s episode, Jessie sits down with friend and colleague, Jessica Sennett, founder of Might Mom. We are talking about growing a perinatal fitness company and brand - we look back on building the business, and look forward to franchising! If you have interest in business development or simply exercise in pregnancy or postpartum, this episode is for you!- - - - - - - - -If you liked this episo
Episode 427: Should You Use A Pessary In Pregnancy Or Postpartum?
In today’s episode, Jessie and Anita are talking pessary usage in pregnancy or postpartum. We are covering everything from what a pessary is, to getting fitted and using one for the first time, to busting myths around pessary use!- - - - - - - - -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
Episode 426: End Your Bladder Leaks During Cold and Flu Season
Every winter we hear and experience it - and it’s been 6 years since we last talked about it, so we figured it’s time for an update! In today’s episode, Anita and Jessie talk all about bladder leakage during cold and flu season: what it is, what it isn’t, and how to end leaks for good!- - - - - - - - -If you liked this episode of To Birth and Beyond, tell your friends! Find us on iTunes and Spotif
Episode 425: How To Create Habits and Goals You’ll Stick to in 2026
In today’s episode, Anita and Jessie talk all about creating habits and goals instead of new years resolutions. Resolutions are heavily time-based, unrealistic, and unsustainable past February. Instead of attempting to overhaul your whole life (body, schedule, etc) and falling flat when the motivation isn’t there - let’s try a different path!It’s never too late to start anew - create new habits to
Episode 424: How To Have a Better Relationship with Exercise in 2026 with Martha Munroe
In today’s episode, Jessie sits down with researcher, personal trainer, and author, Martha Munroe. Together, we discuss Martha’s journey into fitness, body image in the experience of having a body in this society, and how to have a better relationship with exercise in 2026 (and beyond, honestly).Ready to confidently step into the new year? This one’s for you!- - - - - - - - -If you liked this epis
Episode 423: Early Labour
In today’s episode, Anita is tackling the subject of early labour. One of the most common questions she gets from first time expecting moms, during partner prep sessions in clinic, and from those joining Bump to Birth, is around: how do I know if labour started? What does it feel like? When should I call my provider or go to the hospital or birth center? Labour is actually split up into a few diff
Episode 422: Create Your 2026 Chill Workout Plan
In today’s episode, Jessie is talking about how to create a chill workout plan for 2026 that you will ACTUALLY stick to. We are not talking about how we are going to CRUSH our 2026 goals - that’s not the vibe here. We are going to walk through how Jessie coaches her clients and how to create a minimum-effective dose of evidence-based strength training and cardiovascular recommendations to hit your
Episode 421: Anita’s Birth Story
In today’s episode, Anita shares the birth story of her second born, Jack! Over the years, many listeners have shared that hearing his birth story helped them feel more informed and grounded heading into their own birth experience. Whether you are planning to give birth with a midwife or doctor, at home, at a birth center, or in hospital, you’ll hear practical examples of what early labour looked
Episode 420: The Latest In Pregnancy And Postpartum Exercise Research Updates, with Dr. Margie Davenport
In today’s episode of the To Birth and Beyond podcast, Jessie sits down with special guest, Dr. Margie Davenport, to discuss updates and new information regarding perinatal exercise. Together, they discuss recent studies, and a myth or two, to determine their validity and gain insight into the findings. This one’s a special one - for practitioners, fitness professionals, and pregnant people,
Episode 419: Birth Ball Training For Pregnancy
Did you know that using a birth ball is one of the easiest ways to help relieve common pregnancy pains? In today’s episode of the To Birth and Beyond podcast, Anita is going to provide practical tips for incorporating a pregnancy ball into your daily routine to alleviate common pregnancy pains and improve pelvic mobility. The episode emphasizes the importance of starting early and using the b
Episode 418: How Catherine (Mom of 3) Surpassed Her Revenue Goal for 2025 with CoCo
On today’s episode of To Birth and Beyond, Jessie interviews colleague and friend, Catherine. She gives us an update on her business, and talks about her time in Jessie’s 6 months business mentorship program for fitness and health professionals: Coach Collective 2025. Together, they discuss where Catherine was struggling when she applied for the program a year ago, how she has grown her business p
Episode 417: Prenatal Exercise Q&A
On today’s episode of To Birth and Beyond, Anita and Jessie do a Q&A all about prenatal exercise. If you are pregnant, thinking about becoming pregnant, and/or work with pregnant clients, this episode is for you!- - - - - - - - -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.ToBirthAnd
Episode 416: How To Diversify Your Income Streams as a Pre and Postnatal Provider
Today’s episode is fun, because Jessie and Anita just get to talk business (one of our favorite subjects to discuss together)! We see a pressing need to diversify income streams, so we are discussing how we pivot in our businesses, our best advice after over a decade in business, and how we see our industries growing. Revenue is going to be a problem at some point in your business, so learning how
Episode 415: How Self-Advocacy Led to a Positive Induction and Birth Story for Claire
In today’s episode of To Birth and Beyond, Anita sits down with Bump to Birth Method graduate Claire Wolfer to talk all about her birth story - a positive birth experience via induction. Together, Claire and Anita discuss everything from how Claire chose her care team, to her full birth story and advice she would give listeners - as a mom AND a Pelvic Health Occupational Therapist. Birth stor
Episode 414: Pre and Postnatal Training For Military Members, with Megan Donovan
In today’s episode of To Birth and Beyond, Jessie sits down with PFSA graduate Megan Donovan to talk all about her work training pre- and postnatal for military members. Megan shares how she got into this work, what considerations she makes working with military parents, and what makes her so passionate in her pursuit of this work. Together, Jessie and Megan discuss the state of conversation aroun
Episode 413: Can You Work with Pregnant and Postpartum Clients as a Physiotherapist Before Having Kids?
In today’s episode of To Birth and Beyond, Anita answers the question that might be on your mind as a physiotherapist: do I need to have given birth to work with pregnant and postpartum populations? Tune in to hear Anita discuss why she started to work with the perinatal population prior to having her own kids (it IS possible!), advice she received(and mindset shifts she made), and why she is grat
Episode 412: Coaching Pregnant & Postpartum Clients - Your Questions Answered
In today’s episode of To Birth and Beyond, Jessie’s answering another round of listener questions - this time, all about coaching pregnant and postpartum clients. This one is for the coaches, fitness professionals, health practitioners who are seeking answers about exercise and pelvic floor health. If you’re working with pregnant or postpartum people - or anyone with a pelvic floor - just kno
Episode 411: Thinking About Adding Pelvic Floor Health as an Ortho Physiotherapist? I’ll Help Your Decide
In today’s episode of To Birth and Beyond, Anita is speaking directly to you, physiotherapists (!!). She addresses a question she receives frequently from her mentorship coaching clients, as well as in her Instagram DMs: Should i add pelvic health physiotherapy to my orthopedic physiotherapy practice? Today, we are breaking down the choices, pros and cons.If you’ve ever been thinking about creatin
Episode 410: Q&A - Exercise & The Pelvic Floor in Pregnancy, Postpartum, and Perimenopause
In today’s episode of To Birth and Beyond, Jessie is answering YOUR listener questions all about exercise and the pelvic floor! Spanning from pregnancy to postpartum to perimenopause, you should find something that fits where you are at right now. And if you are a coach, fitness professional, or health practitioner? We might have some of the answers your clients are looking for!- - - - - - - - -If
Episode 409: Katelyn’s Unmedicated Birth Story
Did you know that birth stories are one of the most requested subjects for To Birth and Beyond? In today’s episode, Anita talks with Katelyn, a dental hygienist, all about preparing for her first birth, and her positive, unmedicated birth experience that unfolded! Katelyn shares plenty of advice along the way!- - - - - - - - -If you liked this episode of To Birth and Beyond, tell your friends! Fin
Episode 408: Practicing for Birth
In today’s episode, Anita talks about something that she goes through with her prenatal physio clients as well as her students in Bump to Birth: PRACTICING! Looking for tips and strategies for labor, pushing, and support (for partner/birthing support persons)? Now you will have them! Even if your birthing experience takes twists and turns, you will be informed and feel confident in asking question
Episode 407: Should I Wear a Belly Band After Birth?
In this episode of the To Birth and Beyond podcast, Anita and Jessie talk belly band support garments: the myths, the expectations, and how they could benefit you postpartum.- - - - - - - - -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 Bi
Episode 406: Red Light Therapy for Your Pelvic Floor with Liz Frey
In this episode of the To Birth and Beyond podcast, Anita talks with special guest physiotherapist, Liz Frey, to talk all about using red light therapy for pelvic health. If you are like us, you are seeing red light therapy all over your social media feeds - but what is it, and can it benefit you and your pelvic health, no matter your stage in life?Liz Frey is a pelvic health and orthopedic physic
Episode 405: We Outgrew Our Name (and what’s next)
In this episode of the To Birth and Beyond podcast, Jessie discusses why her signature online program, “To Pregnancy and Beyond” is getting a rebrand after 10 years on the market! Bodies are complex. Life is complex. If you are a woman who wants evidence-based strength training with pelvic floor focus, delivered by a coach who has seen the things, who understands the unique challenges of your
Episode 404: A Physiotherapist How To - Preparing Clients for Birth
In this episode of the To Birth and Beyond podcast, Anita discuss the significance of birth preparation in clinical practice, particularly for physiotherapists. She explores various aspects of birth prep, including understanding labor stages, relaxation strategies, informed decision-making, and the importance of partner involvement. The conversation emphasizes the need for physiotherapists to inte
Episode 403: Guidelines for Cardiovascular Health in Pregnancy
In today’s episode, Jessie and Anita talk all about cardiovascular training in pregnancy. Is it safe for pregnant women to do cardiovascular exercise or interval training in pregnancy? We will break it down in an evidence-based fashion - what CAN you do? What’s safe? What does the evidence say? Tune in to today’s episode to find out!- - - - - - - - -If you liked this episode of To Birth and Beyond
Episode 402: Learn About the Peanut Ball as a Birthing Tool
In today’s episode, Anita is breaking down what a peanut ball is, as well as how to prepare yourself ahead of time and use one for a more comfortable delivery. If you are curious about whether you should use one (as well as what size to get and how to use it), this episode is for you!- - - - - - - - -If you liked this episode of To Birth and Beyond, tell your friends! Find us on iTunes and Spotify
Episode 401: How To Start Your Own Podcast
In today’s episode, Jessie and Anita answer all of your burning questions about starting your own podcast. From set up, to sustainable management, to booking guests and growing a community around your new show - we’ve got tips for you as we look back on 400 episodes of podcasting together!- - - - - - - - -If you liked this episode of To Birth and Beyond, tell your friends! Find us on iTunes and Sp
Episode 400: Got Incontinence Questions? We’ve Got Answers!
In today’s episode, Anita and Jessie address listener questions - and some of our own - regarding incontinence before, during and after pregnancy!- - - - - - - - -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
Episode 399: Perimenopause and the Pelvic Floor, with Terrell Baldock
In today’s episode, Jessie chats with friend and colleague, Terrell Baldock, all about perimenopause and the pelvic floor. They explore the changes that occur in the pelvic floor during this stage of life (and into menopause), the significance of strength training for maintaining pelvic and bone health, and the common symptoms women experience. They dive into some common misconceptions, and emphas
Episode 398: Cesarean scar healing - the first 6 weeks
In today’s episode, Anita and Jessie get into the nitty gritty of initial healing for a cesarean scar, post-birth. This can be helpful if you are planning a cesarean, as well as if you aren’t (some considerations can be made for the unplanned). They cover Anita’s experience as a physiotherapist, as well as Jessie’s experience with both planned and unplanned cesareans.- - - - - - - - -If you liked
Episode 397: Teaching Your Pregnant Clients How To Push During Birth
In today’s episode of the To Birth and Beyond Podcast, Anita gives us an incredibly thorough rundown for coaches and clinicians to learn how to teach clients and patients about pushing during labour and birth. Anita takes us through: What’s happening during labour? how will people know when they are reading to push? What does a effective, successful pushing in a vaginal birth look like? And so muc
Episode 396: Ditch the Prenatal Exercise “All-or-Nothing” Mindset
In today’s episode of the To Birth and Beyond Podcast, Anita discusses the how and why of adapting exercise during pregnancy, emphasizing the need to move away from an all-or-nothing mindset. If you are preparing for birth, or know someone who is, this conversation could be vital to the way you prepare your mind and body for both the event of birth, and postpartum life.- - - - - - - - -If you like
Episode 395: What Does It Mean To “Prepare For Birth”?
In today’s episode of the To Birth and Beyond Podcast, Anita and Jessie talk about what it really means to “prepare for birth”. We see this talked about so often, especially on social media - but what does that actually mean? How DO we prepare for birth, this huge event that is greatly so wildly out of our control, but that we can plan and prepare around. We are going to talk the physical preparat
Episode 394: 4 Ways to Feel More Comfortable in Your Body at the Gym
In today’s episode of the To Birth and Beyond Podcast, Jessie and Anita talk about how to feel more comfortable in your body in the gym and other fitness spaces. Plus, we go over 4 tips to help you feel better in your body (and to share with others, so they can feel their best, too!) - - - - - - - - -If you liked this episode of To Birth and Beyond, tell your friends! Find us on iTunes and Sp
Episode 393: How - and WHY - to Relax Your Pelvic Floor in Pregnancy
In today’s episode of the To Birth and Beyond podcast, Anita talks all about the power of the pelvic floor in pregnancy. There’s a misconception that your pelvic floor pushes your baby out, when actually, it’s your uterus that does. Meaning? Your pelvic floor needs to relax. We go over what they don’t teach you in school - including how to relax and techniques for breathing! - - - - - - - - -
Episode 392: How Rikki Earns $50k Annually From Coaching Just 5 Hours Per Week
In today’s episode of the To Birth and Beyond podcast, Jessie interviews Rikki Cortese, a successful prenatal and postnatal fitness coach. Rikki shares her journey from seeking answers for her own postpartum recovery to building a thriving coaching business. The conversation covers the challenges of balancing motherhood with personal goals, the importance of community support, and the logistics an
Episode 391: Myths About Prenatal Exercise
In today’s episode of the To Birth and Beyond podcast, Anita and Jessie are busting some myths surrounding 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 li
Episode 390: Grow Your Fitness or Health Business by Narrowing Your Niche
In today’s episode of the To Birth and Beyond podcast, Jessie and Anita discuss the significance of specialization in the health and fitness industry, particularly for those working with pregnant and postpartum clients. They share their personal journeys into niching, the fears they faced, and the benefits of narrowing their focus. If you are considering narrowing your business niche, you will wal
Episode 389: Using a Birth Ball for Relief from Pregnancy Pain
Did you know that using a birth ball is one of the easiest ways to help relieve common pregnancy pains? In today’s episode of the To Birth and Beyond podcast, Anita is going to provide practical tips for incorporating a pregnancy ball into your daily routine to alleviate common pregnancy pains and improve pelvic mobility. The episode emphasizes the importance of starting early and using the birth
Episode 388: Navigating Rage in Perimenopause with Micheline Foss
In today’s episode of the To Birth and Beyond podcast, Jessie and special guest Micheline Foss engage in conversation about menopause, particularly focusing on the emotional experiences associated with this transition, including rage. Micheline shares her journey into menopause education and emphasizes the need for women to be informed about their bodies and emotions during this phase. They discus
Episode 387: How To Create Your Personalized Pelvic Floor Flare-Up Protocol
In today’s episode of the To Birth and Beyond podcast, Jessie and Anita talk through the development of a pelvic floor symptoms flare up plan. This is key to think in advance about symptoms and sensations you could encounter, as well as how to move through those when they occur. It’s time to gain confidence and take control of your own health!- - - - - - - - -If you liked this episode of To Birth
Episode 386: Understanding Menopause and Sexual Health with Physiotherapist Susannah Stewart
In today’s episode of the To Birth and Beyond podcast, Jessie talks with physiotherapist Susannah Stewart about menopause and its impact on sexual health. They explore the common sexual health side effects experienced during menopause, the role of hormones, and the importance of mental health in this transition. The discussion emphasizes the need for empowerment, safety, and education in addressin
Episode 385: Creating a Cozy and Calm Birthing Environment
In today’s episode, Anita talks about the power of creating a cozy and calm birth space. So, whether you are planning to become pregnant, you are pregnant, or you work with pregnant clients, this episode will give you insights into things you may never have thought about before - because we aren’t usually thinking about the atmosphere, and how it can affect laboring, itself! Let’s all plan for a c
Episode 384: 4 Major C-section Myths Exposed
In this episode of the To Birth and Beyond podcast, Jessie is here to BUST common myths surrounding C-sections, emphasizing the importance of understanding the realities of cesarean births. Jessie shares her personal experiences with C-sections and aims to empower listeners in their birth choices by debunking misconceptions and encouraging a positive outlook on C-section births.- - - - - - - - -If
Episode 383: Birth Prep for Your Physiotherapy Practice
In this episode of the To Birth and Beyond podcast, Anita discuss the significance of birth preparation in clinical practice, particularly for physiotherapists. She explores various aspects of birth prep, including understanding labor stages, relaxation strategies, informed decision-making, and the importance of partner involvement. The conversation emphasizes the need for physiotherapists to inte
Episode 382: Core Mechanics - Understanding Abdominal Doming During Exercise
In today’s episode, Jessie and Anita talk about what to do regarding abdominal bulging in core exercise. What is it? Is it something that needs to be modified for? Is it a problem? Learn all that and more, today on the To Birth and Beyond Podcast.- - - - - - - - -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.
