Listening to My Body After Pregnancy
For a while, I struggled with the appearance of my post-pregnancy belly. That struggle led me to learn about diastasis recti and the lasting ways pregnancy can affect the body, even long after birth. Like many women, I jumped straight into intense workouts, believing that working harder would fix everything. Weeks passed, but instead of feeling stronger, I felt frustrated and disconnected from my body. It wasn’t until I slowed down and began reading medical articles, research, and personal healing stories that my perspective started to change. What I discovered was simple but powerful, my body didn’t need punishment it needed healing, alignment, patience, and grace. Instead of chasing quick results, I began focusing on the foundations of healing. I prioritised gentle movement, deep core and pelvic floor exercises, regular stretching, and allowing my body enough time to recover. I also became more intentional about staying hydrated, eating nourishing meals rich in protein, fibre, he...