Jan 22 - Breathing Exercises for Diastasis Recti Did you know that your breath affects your core function? And if your breathing patterns are a bit ‘up in … Continue reading “Breathing Exercises for Diastasis Recti”
Diastasis Recti Recovery: How long will... Posted on January 18, 2021January 18, 2021 by gracelillywhite1 So many clients attending our specialist postnatal classes have concerns about Diastasis Recti, or abdominal separation. The great news is … Continue reading “Diastasis Recti Recovery: How long will it take?”
Diastasis Recti: 5 Ways Pilates Can... Posted on January 12, 2021January 12, 2021 by gracelillywhite1 Diastasis Recti is the medical term for the separation of the rectus abdominus muscles. Although this is often seen to … Continue reading “Diastasis Recti: 5 Ways Pilates Can Help”
Pelvic Organ Prolapse: A True Story... Posted on December 8, 2020 by gracelillywhite1 I’m going to start with a family trip to a transport museum. It’s not a particularly happy memory but it … Continue reading “Pelvic Organ Prolapse: A True Story from Helen Ledwick”
When can I run after giving... Posted on November 26, 2020November 26, 2020 by Vanessa Fullerton-Batten This is one of the questions that I get asked the most as a postnatal exercise specialist and I really … Continue reading “When can I run after giving birth?”
Complete loss of bladder control after... Posted on November 20, 2020November 26, 2020 by Vanessa Fullerton-Batten The bladder can have a bit of a rough time during labour. It can be ignored and not emptied and … Continue reading “Complete loss of bladder control after childbirth? What you need to do next!”
Suffering with incontinence after childbirth? You... Posted on November 13, 2020November 13, 2020 by Vanessa Fullerton-Batten It astounds us how postnatal incontinence and leaking is often seen as a normal part of motherhood. We believe that … Continue reading “Suffering with incontinence after childbirth? You don’t need to!”
Are you running with incontinence? Posted on November 10, 2020November 13, 2020 by Vanessa Fullerton-Batten Sorry to say this, but… please don’t! It isn’t easy to be told that you should stop doing something that … Continue reading “Are you running with incontinence?” 6 minutes
Safe return to postnatal exercise Posted on October 26, 2020October 26, 2020 by gracelillywhite1 Postnatal doesn’t mean weakened or damaged. It means that through pregnancy and childbirth your body has accommodated these processes. The … Continue reading “Safe return to postnatal exercise” 4 mins
Should women reduce pelvic floor exercise... Posted on September 30, 2020October 22, 2020 by gracelillywhite1 Is it true that women should reduce their pelvic floor exercise towards the end of pregnancy? I was asked this … Continue reading “Should women reduce pelvic floor exercise in pregnancy?”
How does breathing help in labour? Posted on September 2, 2020October 22, 2020 by gracelillywhite1 How your breath can help you enjoy a more comfortable labour A guest post by Rose Scott, founder & instructor … Continue reading “How does breathing help in labour?”
Why do Postnatal Pilates online? Posted on August 5, 2020October 22, 2020 by gracelillywhite1 Why do Postnatal Pilates online? Having a baby changes women’s bodies dramatically. This doesn’t mean they are weakened or damaged. … Continue reading “Why do Postnatal Pilates online?”
3 tips to improve pelvic floor... Posted on July 27, 2020October 22, 2020 by gracelillywhite1 3 tips to improve pelvic floor health I encourage my clients to see isolated pelvic floor exercises (sometimes called kegels) … Continue reading “3 tips to improve pelvic floor health”
What’s normal when I am a... Posted on July 8, 2020October 22, 2020 by gracelillywhite1 What’s normal when I am a new mum? Firstly, this is all new, and new can feel weird, odd, scary. … Continue reading “What’s normal when I am a new mum?”
Time for yourself when you have... Posted on June 23, 2020October 22, 2020 by gracelillywhite1 You Time It is so important to relax and have a bit of “you” time as a mum. This doesn’t … Continue reading “Time for yourself when you have none!”
Centred Sundays Posted on June 15, 2020December 29, 2020 by gracelillywhite1 We came up with Centred Sundays because we think that it is SO important for Mums to take a break … Continue reading “Centred Sundays”
Why join the Centred Mums Community? Posted on June 12, 2020October 22, 2020 by gracelillywhite1 Are the classes all about pilates exercises? No! Centred Mums classes are all based around Pilates but although it is … Continue reading “Why join the Centred Mums Community?”
How can addressing your nutrition help... Posted on June 8, 2020October 22, 2020 by gracelillywhite1 Stress and how the right nutrition can help I am sure you are all too aware of stress. However, do … Continue reading “How can addressing your nutrition help with stress?”
Why get scar therapy after a... Posted on June 5, 2020October 22, 2020 by gracelillywhite1 Why get scar therapy after a caesarean birth? Scar therapy is important because as our bodies repair after surgery, scar … Continue reading “Why get scar therapy after a caesarean birth?”
Why is massage important in pregnancy? Posted on June 1, 2020October 22, 2020 by gracelillywhite1 Why is massage so important during pregnancy? Massage has been used for centuries to improve overall health, reduce stress, and … Continue reading “Why is massage important in pregnancy?” 3 minutes
Why see a Pelvic Health Physiotherapist? Posted on May 22, 2020October 22, 2020 by gracelillywhite1 Pregnant or had a baby- Why would you see a Pelvic Health Physiotherapist ? Most people probably think they know … Continue reading “Why see a Pelvic Health Physiotherapist?” 3 minutes
Your Core Matters – why should... Posted on April 12, 2019October 22, 2020 by gracelillywhite1 There is a lot of misinformation out there about what is safe for women to do in terms of postnatal … Continue reading “Your Core Matters – why should you consider your pelvic floor when choosing postnatal exercise?” 10min Read
Why do Post Natal Pilates?? Posted on February 12, 2019October 22, 2020 by gracelillywhite1 There is so much to talk about when it comes to post natal fitness, there simply wasn’t enough room to … Continue reading “Why do Post Natal Pilates??” 8min Read
Pelvic Girdle Pain and Pilates Posted on February 12, 2019October 22, 2020 by gracelillywhite1 I have had the good fortune to be able to help lots of Mums-to-be and new Mums who have suffered … Continue reading “Pelvic Girdle Pain and Pilates” 10min Read
Diastasis Recti – what you need... Posted on February 12, 2019October 22, 2020 by gracelillywhite1 Diastasis Recti (DR) stands for the separation of the rectus abdominus muscles along the linea alba which during pregnancy occurs … Continue reading “Diastasis Recti – what you need to know” 10min Read
