Disclaimer: The information in this blog post is intended for educational and informational purposes only. I am not a medical professional, and this content is not a substitute for medical advice, diagnosis, or treatment. Always consult with your healthcare provider before beginning any new exercise routine, postpartum fat loss, nutrition plan, or postpartum recovery strategy—especially…
Why I Don’t Love the Viral 5-5-5 Postpartum Recovery Rule
If you spend any time on social media and your feed knows you’re a mom, chances are you’ve seen the 5-5-5 postpartum recovery rule pop up. According to The Bump, the 5-5-5 rule is a modern set of boundaries that encourages rest and relaxation during the first 15 days at home with your baby: five…
Ladies, It’s Time to Treat Training Like Hygiene, Like, Now
I’ve been working out/intentionally moving to some capacity since I was 15 years old, whether it be sports, dance, weight training, etc. I’ve also been in the nutrition space since I was around 20 years old, having tried all the fad diets, different macro ratios, etc. as well. It’s safe to say that I’ve been…
Your First Steps Back: Safe, Supportive Movement in Postpartum
If you are a mother in the United States, you know the rather disappointing standard of care for postpartum women. Standard support is quite minimal, and we are expected to sort of just pick back up where we left off before delivering our sweet baby. My hope for this post is to empower you to…
Of all my pregnancies, I felt much better during pregnancy #5. Here’s why.
I’ve had seven pregnancies, and five live births — and I can honestly say, it’s been a journey and a half. There were a lot of learning curves, especially in the areas of fitness, nutrition, and mindset.In a world where social media sets unrealistic norms and “bounceback culture” clouds the pregnancy and postpartum experience, it’s…
Baby #5: The birth story of Talia Eden
Everyone loves a good birth story, right? A peaceful and powerful experience, please read along as I guide you through my home birth experience: prodromal labor, unexpected pauses, and a fast transition, culminating in the arrival of our baby girl, Talia Eden, at 1:28am on March 30, 2025. A grounded, heartfelt glimpse into the beauty…
Home birth and why it was right for my baby #5
Disclaimer: This post reflects my personal experience with a home birth and is not intended as medical advice. Every pregnancy and birth is unique. Please consult with a trusted healthcare provider or midwife when considering your own birth plan. From Labor to Delivery: The Moment Everything Changed I coped very well with laboring. My husband…
5 tips for stay-at-home moms to look and feel awesome that you can start NOW
As stay-at-home moms, we face challenges that are unique in health and fitness. We usually have small children who need constant love and attention. We are sleep deprived, and are always working within the margins of time available to us. This makes even thinking about our own health and fitness difficult and seemingly impossible. As…