Birth Prep & Healing After: Dr. Betsey on Pelvic Floor, Ab Separation & Why Kegels Aren't the Answer

Birth Prep & Healing After: Dr. Betsey on Pelvic Floor, Ab Separation & Why Kegels Aren't the Answer

#25: In this insightful interview, Dr. Betsey shares expert advice on preparing for childbirth, postpartum recovery, and addressing common issues like diastasis recti (ab separation) and pelvic organ prolapse, especially for twin moms. Learn how movement, evidence-based exercises, mental prep, and pelvic floor health can transform your birth experience and healing journey. KEY TAKEAWAYS * The importance of movement, strength training, and birth prep exercises during all trimesters of pregnancy * Why mental preparation and relaxation techniques are crucial in labor * How to support your pelvic floor through pregnancy, birth, and beyond * Practical tips to help heal diastasis recti, prolapse, and tears in postpartum recovery * Practical tips for healing after Cesarean versus vaginal birth * The benefits of online courses and virtual support for busy moms * How to nurture yourself emotionally and physically in motherhood EPISODE SPONSOR This episode is brought to you by Thrive Market -> $20 off your first 3 orders and a free gift! [https://shop.thrivemarket.com/twinmomlife] CONNECT WITH DR. BETSEY, DPT:  Join the next Postpartum Ab Challenge! The next challenge begins July 20th. If you're ready to heal your abdominal separation, strengthen your core, and feel confident in your postpartum body, we'd love to have you join us. It's never too late to heal your diastasis rectus, stop leaking, and feel strong in your twin mom bod! Use code TWINLIFE to save on your seat. Sign Up Now: Dr. Betsey PT [https://drbetseypt.com/postpartumabchallenge] Instagram: @drbetseypt on Instagram [https://www.instagram.com/drbetseypt] PODCASTS Habits of a Mother Podcast Need help building life giving habits and developing a strong mindset for motherhood? The Habits of a Mother Podcast [https://open.spotify.com/show/3DQ3M0LjfhznJjXNV9Ja3a?si=c84fbc1bfeaf41c2] combines faith and habit training to help you find more joy, peace, and satisfaction in your vocation as a mother. The Push Lab Podcast Expecting a baby? The Push Lab Podcast [https://open.spotify.com/show/3H1PVJWKNOqQe7Kdlk1zPB?si=475e40a6672d4458]is your go to resource for preparing physically, mentally, and spiritually for childbirth. Created by a doctor of physical therapy, each episode helps you approach birth with confidence and clarity. CONNECT WITH THE HOST, JESS Instagram @TwinMomLifePodcast [https://www.instagram.com/twinmomlifepodcast?igsh=NW1ybHF5dnY0azdh&utm_source=qr] DISCOUNT CODES Looking for a twin-specific breastfeeding course? Check out ->Twin Mom Guide to Breastfeeding Twins [https://twinmomguide.teachable.com/a/aff_5mgq1v7p/external?affcode=1158227_tbfxbghu] Re-Lyte Hydration Electrolytes -> 20% off your first order! [http://rwrd.io/ref_8O7OP1E?c] I am obsessed with Watermelon Lime flavor! Disclosure: This post contains affiliate links. If you purchase through these links, I may earn a small commission at no extra cost to you.

Creating Community, Body Positivity and the Shift From PCOS to PMOS with Lauren Love

#24: Join us for an inspiring conversation with Lauren Love, a dedicated twin mom and community builder, as she shares her journey through pregnancy, motherhood, and postpartum. Discover practical tips on body positivity, managing PMOS, building supportive communities, and balancing self-care with busy family life. KEY TAKEAWAYS * Creating and growing authentic mom communities (walks, meetups, online groups) * Personal postpartum stories and managing mental health and body changes * The impact of diet culture and cultivating body positivity in moms and daughters * Hormonal health, PCOS/PMOS diagnosis, and holistic self-care strategies EPISODE SPONSOR This episode is brought to you by Thrive Market -> $20 off your first 3 orders and a free gift! [https://shop.thrivemarket.com/twinmomlife] CONNECT WITH LAUREN Instagram @Lauren.J.Love [https://www.instagram.com/lauren.j.love] CONNECT WITH THE HOST, JESS Instagram @TwinMomLifePodcast [https://www.instagram.com/twinmomlifepodcast?igsh=NW1ybHF5dnY0azdh&utm_source=qr] DISCOUNT CODES HIYA Kids Vitamins -> 20% off click here [https://hiyahealth.com/JESSIELEESITTIG] I love their kids bedtime essentials! Looking for a twin-specific breastfeeding course? Check out ->Twin Mom Guide to Breastfeeding Twins [https://twinmomguide.teachable.com/a/aff_5mgq1v7p/external?affcode=1158227_tbfxbghu] Riverside -> Want to start a podcast? I LOVE Riverside! I can record, edit and upload to streaming sites all in one program! To learn more click here! [https://riverside.sjv.io/6y3Y33] Re-Lyte Hydration Electrolytes -> 20% off your first order! [http://rwrd.io/ref_8O7OP1E?c] I am obsessed with Watermelon Lime flavor! ILIA Beauty-> $20 off your first purchase! [https://prz.io/eBEBr80F2] I absolutely love their Limitless Lash Mascara! Needed -> 20% off your first order! [https://www.talkable.com/x/jALzb9] I drink their Sleep and Relaxation Support almost every night! Disclosure: This post contains affiliate links. If you purchase through these links, I may earn a small commission at no extra cost to you.

Holidays in the Hospital, Advocating for Your Babies in the NICU and Adjusting After the NICU

#23: Join Jess for an inspiring conversation with twin mom Stephanie as she shares her journey through pregnancy, hospital stay at 29 weeks, NICU experience, and twin motherhood. Discover valuable insights on slowing down, self-care, and navigating the challenges of raising twins. EPISODE TAKEAWAYS * Hospital stay starting at 29 weeks due to water breaking * The emotional rollercoaster of a premature twin pregnancy and hospital stay * How to prepare for childbirth, especially when pregnancy is complicated * Practical tips for managing NICU life, including trusting your instincts and advocating for your babies during NICU recovery * Adjusting to home life after the NICU * The importance of slowing down as a twin mom * Reflections on breastfeeding, pumping, and finding balance * Managing night terrors and sleep regression in young children * Heartfelt advice for expecting twin moms: embrace unpredictability and trust your motherly instincts EPISODE SPONSOR This episode is brought to you by Thrive Market -> $20 off your first 3 orders and a free gift! [https://shop.thrivemarket.com/twinmomlife] CONNECT WITH STEPH Instagram @TwinMommaSteph [https://www.instagram.com/twinmommasteph] CONNECT WITH THE HOST, JESS Instagram @TwinMomLifePodcast [https://www.instagram.com/twinmomlifepodcast?igsh=NW1ybHF5dnY0azdh&utm_source=qr] MENTIONED IN THE EPISODE Beach Mountain Prints! Steph and Jess have this twin mama shirt [https://www.etsy.com/listing/4341757632/twin-mom-mother-of-twins-gift-mothers?sr_prefetch=1&pf_from=shop_home&ga_search_query=boots&ref=shop_items_search_11&sts=1&logging_key=184babd42c8300d938ad458ee7847de13d5f1c48%3A4341757632] HIYA Kids Vitamins -> 20% off click here [https://hiyahealth.com/JESSIELEESITTIG] I love their kids bedtime essentials! DISCOUNT CODES Looking for a twin-specific breastfeeding course? Check out ->Twin Mom Guide to Breastfeeding Twins [https://twinmomguide.teachable.com/a/aff_5mgq1v7p/external?affcode=1158227_tbfxbghu] Riverside -> Want to start a podcast? I LOVE Riverside! I can record, edit and upload to streaming sites all in one program! To learn more click here! [https://riverside.sjv.io/6y3Y33] Re-Lyte Hydration Electrolytes -> 20% off your first order! [http://rwrd.io/ref_8O7OP1E?c] I am obsessed with Watermelon Lime flavor! ILIA Beauty-> $20 off your first purchase! [https://prz.io/eBEBr80F2] I absolutely love their Limitless Lash Mascara! Needed -> 20% off your first order! [https://www.talkable.com/x/jALzb9] I drink their Sleep and Relaxation Support almost every night! Disclosure: This post contains affiliate links. If you purchase through these links, I may earn a small commission at no extra cost to you.

Allowing Yourself to Grieve Parts of Twin Motherhood While Finding Joy in Others

#22: In this episode, Katie Koehler, founder of Twin Mama Marketplace and the app My Littles Hub, shares her nonlinear journey to motherhood, traumatic birth and passion for creating resources and community for other twin moms. Katie talks about her innovative tools to support parents of multiples. KEY TAKEAWAYS * Antiphospholipid Syndrome (APS) diagnosis after two early miscarriages * Advocating for health screenings: APS, blood clotting, and early testing * Birth stories including External Cephalic Version (ECV), hospital induction, and emergency C-section * Managing the physical and mental toll of twin pregnancies and deliveries * The importance of mental health, trauma counseling, and self-care * Tips for self-care, community support, and shared experiences among twin moms * Navigating diet, toxin awareness, and intentional living for health * The power of moms supporting moms and embracing ambition post-motherhood CONNECT WITH KATIE Instagram @TwinMamaMarketplace [https://www.instagram.com/twinmamamarketplace] Twin Mama Marketplace Etsy Shop [https://www.etsy.com/shop/TwinMamaMarketplace] "We Came as Two, We Are Twins" Board Book [https://a.co/d/0bkgRjV1] My Littles Hub App [https://apps.apple.com/us/app/my-littles-hub/id6763681685] My Littles Hub Website: https://mylittleshub.com [https://mylittleshub.com] Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/mylittleshub [https://www.instagram.com/mylittleshub] TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@mylittleshub [https://www.tiktok.com/@mylittleshub] CONNECT WITH THE HOST, JESS Instagram @TwinMomLifePodcast [https://www.instagram.com/twinmomlifepodcast?igsh=NW1ybHF5dnY0azdh&utm_source=qr] DISCOUNT CODES Looking for a twin-specific breastfeeding course? Check out ->Twin Mom Guide to Breastfeeding Twins [https://twinmomguide.teachable.com/a/aff_5mgq1v7p/external?affcode=1158227_tbfxbghu] Riverside -> Want to start a podcast? I LOVE Riverside! I can record, edit and upload to streaming sites all in one program! To learn more click here! [https://riverside.sjv.io/6y3Y33] HIYA Kids Vitamins -> 20% off click here [https://hiyahealth.com/JESSIELEESITTIG] I love their kids bedtime essentials! Re-Lyte Hydration Electrolytes -> 20% off your first order! [http://rwrd.io/ref_8O7OP1E?c] I am obsessed with Watermelon Lime flavor! ILIA Beauty-> $20 off your first purchase! [https://prz.io/eBEBr80F2] I absolutely love their Limitless Lash Mascara! Needed -> 20% off your first order! [https://www.talkable.com/x/jALzb9] I drink their Sleep and Relaxation Support almost every night!

Strength and Self-Love: Navigating Twins, Divorce and the ADHD Experience As a Working Mom

#21: Join Jess and guest Ellen as she shares her struggles with early twin parenting while navigating divorce, an adult ADHD diagnosis and going back to work as a mom. Ellen shares her insights on managing postpartum rage and the importance of self-care in twin parenting. KEY TAKEAWAYS * Ellen’s twin pregnancy experience, including the decision for hospital birth and unmedicated delivery * Navigating hospital stays postpartum with twins amid overwhelming support and exhaustion * Breastfeeding journeys: nursing one twin and pumping for the other * The intense early stages of twin parenthood * Strategies for managing postpartum sleep deprivation and postpartum rage * How to prioritize self-care as a twin mom and practical ways to fill your cup * The importance of flexibility in routines and letting go of perfectionism * Healing from postpartum struggles and the power of community and shared experiences * The evolving role of self-awareness, adaptability, and reflection in motherhood RESOURCES MENTIONED Instagram @NurturingTwins [https://www.instagram.com/nurturingtwins/] CONNECT WITH THE HOST, JESS Instagram @TwinMomLifePodcast [https://www.instagram.com/twinmomlifepodcast?igsh=NW1ybHF5dnY0azdh&utm_source=qr] DISCOUNT CODES Looking for a twin-specific breastfeeding course? Check out ->Twin Mom Guide to Breastfeeding Twins [https://twinmomguide.teachable.com/a/aff_5mgq1v7p/external?affcode=1158227_tbfxbghu] Moonshine Yoga -> Local to the ATX area? Check out Moonshine Yoga studios in Liberty Hill, Georgetown, Cedar Park! -> $10 credit click here! [https://momence.com/sign-up/member?hostId=31692&ref=77d765f7f6cc855146866d9f8982f79b] Riverside -> Want to start a podcast? I LOVE Riverside! I can record, edit and upload to streaming sites all in one program! To learn more click here! [https://riverside.sjv.io/6y3Y33] HIYA Kids Vitamins -> 20% off click here [https://hiyahealth.com/JESSIELEESITTIG] I love their kids bedtime essentials! Re-Lyte Hydration Electrolytes -> 20% off your first order! [http://rwrd.io/ref_8O7OP1E?c] I am obsessed with Watermelon Lime flavor! ILIA Beauty-> $20 off your first purchase! [https://prz.io/eBEBr80F2] I absolutely love their Limitless Lash Mascara! Needed -> 20% off your first order! [https://www.talkable.com/x/jALzb9] I drink their Sleep and Relaxation Support almost every night! Disclosure: This post contains affiliate links. If you purchase through these links, I may earn a small commission at no extra cost to you.