100. How to Rebuild Your Core and Confidence After Baby

Feeling weak, depleted, or unsure how to rebuild strength after baby? In this episode, I sit down with Val, a functional sports dietitian and postpartum fitness coach, to talk about postpartum strength training. We cover how to ease back into movement, rebuild core strength, and avoid common pitfalls many moms make when they return to exercise. If you want to feel strong, confident, and energized again, this episode is for you!

What to Listen For…

• The difference between movement vs. structured exercise in postpartum recovery
• How to know if your body is truly ready for postpartum strength training
• Why the 6-week "clearance" doesn't mean you're fully healed or ready for high-impact workouts
• Signs your core and pelvic floor are not healing properly (and what to do about it)
• Gentle ways to reconnect with your body in early postpartum
• The role of breathwork and posture in preventing injury and rebuilding strength
• How to modify strength workouts to fit your energy levels and schedule
• What diastasis recti really means and how to heal it without fear
• Why strength training is more effective than cardio for long-term results
• How to challenge yourself safely without risking burnout or injury

Postpartum strength training isn’t about pushing through exhaustion or "getting your body back." It’s about honoring where you are and rebuilding strength that supports your everyday life as a mom. Whether you're carrying a car seat, chasing a toddler, or just craving more energy, this episode is your permission slip to start slow and rebuild strong. Hit play now and don’t forget to subscribe, leave a review, and check out our related episodes for even more support!

Learn more about Val and connect with her through the links below:

Strong & Nourished Momma Podcast: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/strong-nourished-momma-quick-healthy-meals-postpartum/id1778776628

Stop the Leaks Free Handout: https://wellnessbyval.kit.com/corefreebie

Strong, Nourished & Energized Mom Method Group Coaching: https://wellnessbyval.com/program

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