39. 6 Months Postpartum: Expectation vs Reality

39. 6 Months Postpartum: Expectation vs Reality

In this episode, I’m breaking down my postpartum expectations versus reality across exercise, breastfeeding, weight, sleep, and mental health. I share what lined up, what didn’t, and the habits that actually made a difference — from taking the first 12 weeks seriously to navigating a busier lifestyle with two kids. It’s a straightforward look at how postpartum has unfolded for me this time around, and why some parts have been surprisingly smooth while others have been more challenging. I love nothing more than chatting with you guys, so please reach out at any time! Below are my social links & website pages with more details: Instagram: @katedarkofit [https://www.instagram.com/katedarkofit] @fitisgettingreal [https://www.instagram.com/fitisgettingreal] Website: www.fitisgettingreal.com/moms [http://www.fitisgettingreal.com/moms] Pregnancy Program: www.fitisgettingreal.com/pregnancy [http://www.fitisgettingreal.com/pregnancy] Postpartum Program: www.fitisgettingreal.com/postpartum [http://www.fitisgettingreal.com/postpartum] Email: owner@fitisgettingreal.com [owner@fitisgettingreal.com] If this episode helped you, share it with a friend or leave a quick review—it helps more moms find the support they deserve! And as always, thank you for your continued support. I got you, Katelyn

38. Pelvic Floor and Deep Core 101

In this episode of the Mother FIGRs Podcast, I go over a high-level overview of the pelvic floor and deep core, emphasizing their importance in pregnancy and postpartum fitness. We cover the anatomy, function, and coordination of these muscle groups, as well as their role in stability, pressure management, and exercise considerations for symptom management. I love nothing more than chatting with you guys, so please reach out at any time! Below are my social links & website pages with more details: Instagram: @katedarkofit [https://www.instagram.com/katedarkofit] @fitisgettingreal [https://www.instagram.com/fitisgettingreal] Website: www.fitisgettingreal.com/moms [http://www.fitisgettingreal.com/moms] Pregnancy Program: www.fitisgettingreal.com/pregnancy [http://www.fitisgettingreal.com/pregnancy] Postpartum Program: www.fitisgettingreal.com/postpartum [http://www.fitisgettingreal.com/postpartum] Email: owner@fitisgettingreal.com [owner@fitisgettingreal.com] If this episode helped you, share it with a friend or leave a quick review—it helps more moms find the support they deserve! And as always, thank you for your continued support. I got you, Katelyn

37. Breastfeeding and Exercise

This episode explores the relationship between breastfeeding and exercise, addressing common questions and misconceptions. It delves into the impact of exercise on milk quantity and quality, the additional calorie needs for breastfeeding, and the effects of breastfeeding on weight loss. It also discusses the logistical challenges of exercising while breastfeeding and provides insights from personal experience. I love nothing more than chatting with you guys, so please reach out at any time! Below are my social links & website pages with more details: Instagram: @katedarkofit [https://www.instagram.com/katedarkofit] @fitisgettingreal [https://www.instagram.com/fitisgettingreal] Website: www.fitisgettingreal.com/moms [http://www.fitisgettingreal.com/moms] Pregnancy Program: www.fitisgettingreal.com/pregnancy [http://www.fitisgettingreal.com/pregnancy] Postpartum Program: www.fitisgettingreal.com/postpartum [http://www.fitisgettingreal.com/postpartum] Email: owner@fitisgettingreal.com [owner@fitisgettingreal.com] If this episode helped you, share it with a friend or leave a quick review—it helps more moms find the support they deserve! And as always, thank you for your continued support. I got you, Katelyn

36. Case Study: Pelvic Girdle Pain After Running at 4 Months Postpartum

In this episode, I’m unpacking a very real moment from my own training: the pelvic discomfort that showed up during my first unbroken 20-minute run at four months postpartum. Using this I go through my framework of identifying the symptom, the cause, and context around it so we can ultimately create a path forward to help you be able to perform better with less symptoms next time. The big takeaway: pain or discomfort doesn’t automatically mean “stop”; it’s data. We want to find your threshold, work just under it, and gradually raise the bar over time, whether you’re pregnant, newly postpartum, or anywhere along that spectrum. I love nothing more than chatting with you guys, so please reach out at any time! Below are my social links & website pages with more details: Instagram: @katedarkofit [https://www.instagram.com/katedarkofit] @fitisgettingreal [https://www.instagram.com/fitisgettingreal] Website: www.fitisgettingreal.com/moms [http://www.fitisgettingreal.com/moms] Pregnancy Program: www.fitisgettingreal.com/pregnancy [http://www.fitisgettingreal.com/pregnancy] Postpartum Program: www.fitisgettingreal.com/postpartum [http://www.fitisgettingreal.com/postpartum] Email: owner@fitisgettingreal.com [owner@fitisgettingreal.com] If this episode helped you, share it with a friend or leave a quick review—it helps more moms find the support they deserve! And as always, thank you for your continued support. I got you, Katelyn

35. Real‑Life Strategies to Get Your Workouts In as a Mom

his episode came from an IG carousel I posted this week that had a huge “me too” response — Vienna running off mid‑workout, getting interrupted, having to restart. So many moms related, and it opened the door to talk honestly about how tough this season is while also figuring out how to keep moving forward. Motherhood changes everything, but we don’t have to sit in the excuses or the overwhelm. We can acknowledge the hardness and still build something that works. I walk through the real logistics that make postpartum fitness doable: scheduling around kids instead of the clock, using nap and feeding windows, adapting workouts on the fly, and following a plan built for the postpartum body so you’re not constantly second‑guessing. I also talk about the power of community — seeing other moms in the same trenches makes consistency feel possible. This is about finding what works for your family and creating a rhythm that fits real life. I love nothing more than chatting with you guys, so please reach out at any time! Below are my social links & website pages with more details: Instagram: @katedarkofit [https://www.instagram.com/katedarkofit] @fitisgettingreal [https://www.instagram.com/fitisgettingreal] Website: www.fitisgettingreal.com/moms [http://www.fitisgettingreal.com/moms] Pregnancy Program: www.fitisgettingreal.com/pregnancy [http://www.fitisgettingreal.com/pregnancy] Postpartum Program: www.fitisgettingreal.com/postpartum [http://www.fitisgettingreal.com/postpartum] Email: owner@fitisgettingreal.com [owner@fitisgettingreal.com] If this episode helped you, share it with a friend or leave a quick review—it helps more moms find the support they deserve! And as always, thank you for your continued support. I got you, Katelyn