There are many do’s and don’ts out there when it comes to exercising after pregnancy. So how do you get a stronger tummy? There is lots of talk about the best way to ‘close the gap’, if you have experienced abdominal muscle separation (Diastasis of Rectus Abdominis). We know from research that the abdominal muscles…
An Update on Exercise in Pregnancy In 2020, the Royal Australian and New Zealand College of Obstetricians and Gynaecologists (RANZCOG) reviewed and updated their recommendations for Exercise in Pregnancy. During the summer months and as we head into the new year many of us are thinking about making positive lifestyle changes around increasing physical activity…
Transcutaneous Electrical Nerve Stimulation (TENS) is a drug free and non-invasive form of pain relief commonly used during labour. TENS works by sending electrical impulses through the skin to the nerves, which is thought to reduce the brain’s perception of pain by altering the warning signals received from the uterus, cervix and vagina. It is…
“Mind the Bump” Useful Resources for Enhancing Wellbeing During and After Pregnancy Pregnancy has a profound effect on your body and is responsible for a number of changes physically, though many women are surprised at the changes they face emotionally during this time in their life. “Mind the Bump” is the first mental health…
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