Christina Walsh, co-founder of "Tighten Your Tinkler," shares crucial insights for postpartum moms.
We discuss how breastfeeding ergonomics impacts pelvic floor health, the surprising connection between posture and pee leakage, and practical ways to recover from diastasis recti and prolapse—without Kegels or invasive devices!
As a new mom, I can relate to these struggles firsthand, and this episode is packed with helpful tips for anyone navigating the postpartum journey.
We talk about:
12:00 - Christina’s journey into pelvic floor health and starting "Tighten Your Tinkler"
20:00 - Why pelvic floor health is important for women
25:00 - Key signs and symptoms of pelvic floor dysfunction
29:00 - Easy adjustments you can make to improve your pelvic floor health
35:00 - The reason Christina avoids Kegels and internal devices
43:00 - The ergonomics of breastfeeding and its impact to pelvic floor health
48:00 - Tips for an ergonomic breastfeeding setup to prevent pain and injury
53:00 - How poor posture can lead to postpartum intimacy issues
Questions answered in this episode:
- What is the link between breastfeeding posture and pelvic floor health?
- How do you biohack daily habits like using the bathroom to support healing?
- Are Kegels always necessary for pelvic floor recovery?
- What posture mistakes should moms avoid while nursing?
- Why is core strength essential after giving birth?
- How does pelvic floor rehabilitation affect long-term fitness and daily activities?
- What are some easy ergonomic breastfeeding setups you can do at home?
- How can partners support moms during breastfeeding to prevent injuries?
- What’s the easiest way to decompress and relieve back tension at home?
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