Postpartum

Understanding Diastasis Recti & How To Treat It

If you have been diagnosed with Diastasis Recti, suspect that you have it, or are experiencing abdominal weakness, pain or belly bulging that doesn’t seem to be getting better after giving birth..

How to Get Back Into Exercise as a Busy Mum - Tips for Sticking with an Exercise Routine

I think we can all agree that mums hold one of the most important jobs by a long stretch, and with so much going on sometimes exercise just isn’t the priority… Before I go on, I want t..

Safe Pre- and Post Natal Training

Hi! I'm Esther from Aqua Terra Performance. I’m an NASM-qualified personal trainer and an AUSTSWIM-certified swimming instructor. I specialise in pre- and postnatal training and i..

Mum Guilt

Definition: the inevitable and natural consequence of wanting to be a good mother to our children Risk of Infection: 100%. Mother’s Guilt is REAL! And nearly all of us have experien..

More Than The Baby Blues: Post Natal Depression

More than 80% of new mothers will experience the Baby Blues, somewhere between the third and fifth day after giving birth. With a little bit of understanding and support, these baby blues usually pass..

Bringing Baby Home

You have just given birth to a precious little bundle of joy. You are exhausted, joyful, moody and delighted all in one. If you have given birth in the hospital you will be thinking about bringin..

How To Lose That Baby Fat Once And For All!

Your pregnancy weight may have taken nine months to put on, but it seems to be taking much longer than that to take off. While other new moms seem to snap right back to the pre-pregnancy form, you can..

Battling the Baby Blues

You're exhausted.  And cramping.  Not to mention overwhelmed, hormonal, and quite unable to stand or sit without wincing in pain.  If you happen to be one of the lucky women whose &..

Baby Play Time Can Help Your Waistline

Can’t find enough “me” time to exercise?   You don’t have to exercise alone.  Childhood obesity is one of our nation’s most devastating health problems.&nb..

Post-Baby Body Problem: Diastasis Recti

 For a new mom, getting rid of the "baby belly" is usually a top goal. Not only will it help you look better, but it also is practical, getting you back into your pre-baby clothes. If y..