Coach The Mother

What Really Matters About Ab Separation?

Diastasis recti (ab separation) scares the life out of new moms—and most never get a proper exam. In this raw, research-packed episode, Dr. Natalie Forsell explains: * What diastasis recti really is (and how it differs from a hernia). * Why your 6-week check rarely covers it—and what a real assessment looks like. * The “soda-can” pressure analogy that connects ab separation to leaking, prolapse, and back pain. * How to self-measure your gap and decide if you need targeted rehab. Exactly how to breathe, brace, and move so you heal instead of aggravate. * A sneak peek into Natalie’s 4-phase Postpartum Recovery Program for moms ready to reclaim their core—and their confidence. Resources & Links: Apply to the Postpartum Recovery Program → newnativecoaching.com [https://www.newnativecoaching.com/] DM Natalie your questions → IG @drnatalieforsell [https://www.instagram.com/drnatalieforsell]

The Elephant in the Room- Let's Talk About Postpartum Sex!

Let’s talk about the thing no one’s saying out loud — postpartum sex can feel like a battlefield. But here's the truth: painful sex after birth may be common, but it is not normal. In this spicy episode, we’re diving deep into: 🔥 Why your body might be saying “no,” and how to get it to say “hell yes” again 🔥 The most common reasons sex hurts after baby — and how to fix it 🔥 Rewriting the script on pleasure, desire, and feeling sexy in your new skin 🔥 How to advocate for your healing (even when your provider is dismissive) Whether you’re avoiding intimacy, faking it, or just wondering when things will feel good again — this episode is for YOU. 👂 Tune in now and start your journey back to pleasure — because mama, you deserve it.

"How Soon Can I Get Back To Exercise After Birth"- It's Not What You Think!

In this episode of Coach the Mother, Dr. Natalie Forsell, pelvic floor PT and postpartum recovery coach, unpacks one of the most asked questions from new moms: "How soon can I start exercising after giving birth?" She dives deep into what “exercise” really means postpartum, why that 6-week clearance is NOT a green light for everything, and how you can safely begin moving your body to support healing—from day 1. Expect real talk, raw truths, and actionable tips to reclaim your strength without the overwhelm. 🔗Learn more about the complete healing roadmap with Dr. Natalie inside the Postpartum Recovery Program and apply today! https://www.newnativecoaching.com/ [https://www.newnativecoaching.com/]

The Real Postpartum Recovery Timeline: What Every Mama (and OB) Should Know

✨Visit www.newnativecoaching.com [http://www.newnativecoaching.com]to learn about the Postpartum Recovery Program and apply today! ✨   Forget what you’ve been told about “6 weeks and you’re good.” In this powerful episode, we’re rewriting the script on postpartum recovery—breaking down what it really looks like, what it isn’t, and why every woman, OB, doula, midwife, partner, and mama needs to hear this. Postpartum isn’t a checkbox. It’s a months-long journey of reconnecting with your body, reclaiming your strength, and understanding the real phases of healing that no one is talking about. Share this episode with every mom you know, because too many of us are left in the dark. It’s time we bring postpartum recovery into the light—for every mama out there.   Astronaut Article: https://pmc.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/articles/PMC8584355/ [https://pmc.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/articles/PMC8584355/] Bedrest Article: https://pmc.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/articles/PMC8325614/ [https://pmc.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/articles/PMC8325614/] Recovery Timeline Graphic: https://drive.google.com/file/d/1n_fHLPMXnEjpN29tU5-CuG9DOS6qkeKj/view?usp=sharing [https://drive.google.com/file/d/1n_fHLPMXnEjpN29tU5-CuG9DOS6qkeKj/view?usp=sharing]

Why the 6-Week Check-up Is Failing Moms (Part 3): Rituals, Wisdom & Rebuilding the Village

💻 Learn more & apply to the Postpartum Recovery Program Why the 6-Week Checkup Fails Us — Part 3: Rituals, Wisdom & Rebuilding the Village   In this final part of the series, Dr. Natalie Forsell dives into: Her own story of early postpartum isolation Global cultural traditions that actually support healing moms The generational gaps in pelvic floor knowledge and care How to begin rebuilding your own support system Plus, what to do if you’re “late to the game” on healing.   The Fourth Trimester- Kimberly Ann Johnson