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  Episode 461: Birth Prep for Physios - What to Ask Your Prenatal Clients 29.09.2026 23хв

  Episode 461: Birth Prep for Physios - What to Ask Your Prenatal ClientsIn today's episode, Anita is talking to physiotherapists who work with pregnant clients, or want to, and are ready to make their assessments more efficient and confident by asking the right questions from day one. Starting the birth prep conversation early, right from that very first session, sets you up with huge insight into how to support your client's birth prep, wherever they are in their pregnancy._________________________________________________________________________________________________________________If you liked this episode of To Birth and Beyond, tell your friends! Find us on iTunes and Spotify to rate/review/subscribe to the show.Want more? Visit www.ToBirthAndBeyond.com, join our Facebook group (To Birth and Beyond Podcast), and follow us on Instagram @tobirthandbeyondpodcast! Thanks for listening and joining the conversation!_________________________________________________________________________________________________________________Resources and ReferencesAnita’s 1:1 virtual mentorship for physiotherapistsLabour and Birth Preparation for Clinical Practice — Live Online Course co-taught by AnitaClinic Birth Prep Resource Package for Physiotherapists to use with ClientsShow Notes 00:00 - Anita introduces us to today’s topic!02:13 - Questions to ask if your client has given birth before (birth history)04:55 - Questions to ask everyone exploring their awareness around birth, and where they are in their birth prep journey, this time (birth prep)08:37 - Questions to ask about birth preferences (birth preferences)12:50 - Clearly explain your own role in the birth prep of your clients, and all the things you can do if they choose14:27 - Share physical and mental prep around the client birthing goals17:10 - Birthing partner preparation!18:54 - Where does all of this fit in the overall assessment?19:39 - Anita summarizes and wraps up the episode (with a couple of offers)
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  Episode 460: 5 Things You've Been Told About Perimenopause Exercise (That Are Wrong) 22.09.2026 14хв

  Episode 460:  5 Things You've Been Told About Perimenopause Exercise (That Are Wrong)In today's episode, Jessie and Anita break down five perimenopause exercise myths they're hearing online and from their clients. They cover everything from strength training misconceptions to cardio, body composition, pelvic floor symptoms, and the age-old myth that it's "too late" to start. Tune in for some clarity, encouragement, and a little fire to help you feel confident in how you move your body in perimenopause.---If you liked this episode of To Birth and Beyond, tell your friends! Find us on Apple Podcasts and Spotify to rate/review/subscribe to the show.Want more? Visit www.ToBirthAndBeyond.com and follow us on Instagram @tobirthandbeyondpodcast! Thanks for listening and joining the conversation!---Resources and ReferencesStrong & Supported (renamed from: To Pregnancy & Beyond): https://programs.jessiemundell.com/to-pregnancy-and-beyond/Show Notes 00:56 - Introduction to todays topic01:46 - Myth #1: You need to lift heavy weights to get benefits in perimenopause04:59 - Myth #2: Avoid intense cardio08:29 - Myth #3: Eat less and exercise more to address body changes10:41 - Myth #4: New or revived Pelvic Floor Symptoms are due to hormone changes12:11 - Myth #5: It's too late to start strength training or address symptoms at this age12:31 - Episode wrap up
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  Episode 459: Squat Better in Pregnancy & Postpartum. Position, Pain, Pelvic Floor 15.09.2026 27хв

  Episode 459: Squat Better in Pregnancy & Postpartum. Position, Pain, Pelvic FloorIn today’s episode, Jessie and Anita discuss squatting in pregnancy and postpartum. They emphasize that squats are a daily-life movement and should feel comfortable in the knees, hips, back, and pelvic floor. They bust common myths and offer key cues to help your squats feel more comfortable and give you more confidence.-----If you liked this episode of To Birth and Beyond, tell your friends! Find us on Apple Podcasts and Spotify to rate/review/subscribe to the show.Want more? Visit www.ToBirthAndBeyond.com and follow us on Instagram @tobirthandbeyondpodcast! Thanks for listening and joining the conversation!-----Show Notes00:00 – What we’re talking about today02:33 – Myth #1: You should only squat with feet hip-width apart, toes facing forward, and weight in your heels.07:50 – Myth #2: Only squat in the final weeks of pregnancy to prepare for birth.10:53 – Myth #3: Use a “perfect” squat to pick things up.15:31 – Myth #4: Avoid squatting if you have pelvic floor symptoms.20:20 – Cue #1: Using your breath in the moment22:50 – Cue #2: The W.A.I.T. acronym24:04 – Cue #3: Spread the load24:46 – Cue #4: Test and retest25:08 – Wrapping up
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  Episode 458: GLP-1s, Diet Culture, and Your Relationship with Food and Body 08.09.2026 25хв

  Episode 458: GLP-1s, Diet Culture, and Your Relationship with Food and BodyIn today’s episode, Jessie closes out her GLP-1 series by discussing how using or considering a GLP-1 medication can impact your relationship with food, exercise, and body image, especially for those who’ve done body neutrality work or have a history of disordered eating. ---If you liked this episode of To Birth and Beyond, tell your friends! Find us on Apple Podcasts and Spotify to rate/review/subscribe to the show.Want more? Visit www.ToBirthAndBeyond.com and follow us on Instagram @tobirthandbeyondpodcast! Thanks for listening and joining the conversation!---Resources and ReferencesPart 1: Episode 454: Your Pelvic Floor on a GLP-1. What You Need to Know.Part 2: Episode 456: Strength Training on a GLP-1 – Why Lifting Matters More Than EverShow Notes 03:50 – Understanding the nuances of deciding to start a GLP-108:58 – The relief of starting a GLP-1 and the fear that can come with it11:55 – Can you trust your hunger cues?13:47 – Navigating external praise about your body while holding your own personal history15:51 – Questions to ask yourself when external praise becomes difficult to hear16:23 – Navigating this topic during pregnancy, postpartum, and perimenopause17:52 – Why we need to be talking about the complexities of GLP-1s18:11 – Jessie’s encouragement for navigating the voices that can become part of your day-to-day life on a GLP-120:24 – Wrapping up with some final thoughts22:44 – Jessie’s personal words of encouragement
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  Episode 457: 3 Ways to Get Rid of Hip, Pelvic, Back & Neck Pain When You Sleep During Pregnancy 25.08.2026 13хв

  Episode 457: 3 Ways to Get Rid of Hip, Pelvic, Back & Neck Pain When You Sleep During PregnancyIn today’s episode, Anita shares 3 simple strategies to help promote more comfortable and supportive sleep while pregnant. You don’t have to settle for poor sleep or invest in an expensive pregnancy pillow! Anita has practical and easy to implement tips so you can be getting that much needed rest tonight.If you liked this episode of To Birth and Beyond, tell your friends! Find us on Apple Podcasts and Spotify to rate/review/subscribe to the show.Want more? Visit www.ToBirthAndBeyond.com and follow us on Instagram @tobirthandbeyondpodcast! Thanks for listening and joining the conversation!---Resources and ReferencesBump to Birth Method on-demand course: bumptobirthmethod.comInstagram Videos:Strategy 1: Turn in bed with less pain in pregnancyStrategy 2: Sleep Position with 2 pillowsStrategy 3: Towel roll for neck pain when sleepingAnita Instagram: @holistichealhphysio---Show Notes 01:10 - Introduction to the episode02:52 - Strategy #1 - How to get into bed and how to roll over once you’re in it06:02 - Strategy #2 - Placing 2 pillows between the knees can be more supportive than 109:04 - Strategy #3 - For those with neck pain or numbness and tingling going down their arm10:13 - Wrapping up the episode11:17 - Bonus advice from Anita
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  Episode 456: Strength Training on a GLP-1. Why Lifting Matters More Than Ever 18.08.2026 15хв

  Episode 456: Strength Training on a GLP-1 - Why Lifting Matters More Than EverIn today’s episode, Jessie provides evidence based information on why strength training is so important while on a GLP-1 and how it doesn’t erase what the medication is doing, but rather helps build healthier musculoskeletal, pelvic floor, bone mass and cardiovascular systems in your body.If you liked this episode of To Birth and Beyond, tell your friends! Find us on Apple Podcasts and Spotify to rate/review/subscribe to the show.Want more? Visit www.ToBirthAndBeyond.com and follow us on Instagram @tobirthandbeyondpodcast! Thanks for listening and joining the conversation!Resources and ReferencesStrong & Supported Online Training Program: jessiemundell.com/coaching-fitnessEpisode 454: Your Pelvic Floor on a GLP-1. What You Need to Know.Show Notes 00:08 - Introduction of todays episode02:52 - Why is strength training so important, especially on a GLP-104:25 - Why you need to think about your musculoskeletal, pelvic, bone, cardiovascular health08:17 - What is your body also rapidly losing beyond the weight11:55 - How do I strength train?
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  Episode 455: Early Labour. What to Expect, What to Do & How to Know It's Started 11.08.2026 25хв

  Episode 455: Early Labour: What to Expect, What to Do & How to Know It's StartedIn today’s episode, Anita is talking all about early labour. One of the most common questions she gets from expecting moms is: how do I know if labour started? What does it feel like? When should I call my provider or go to the hospital or birth center? So listen in as Anita shares her early birth stories, and covers the topic of early labour so you feel confident, prepared, and less anxious around labour starting and what it could look like.If you liked this episode of To Birth and Beyond, tell your friends! Find us on Apple Podcasts and Spotify to rate/review/subscribe to the show.Want more? Visit www.ToBirthAndBeyond.com and follow us on Instagram @tobirthandbeyondpodcast! Thanks for listening and joining the conversation!Resources and ReferencesEpisode 379: Navigating the Transition Phase of LabourBump to Birth Method on-demand course: bumptobirthmethod.comMiles Circuit: www.milescircuit.comShow Notes 01:23 - Bump to Birth On Demand Prenatal Education Course03:21 - Introduction into today’s episode04:31 - A note for those who are being induced and a little advice5:47 - Anita’s experience with early labour7:27 - So what is “early labour”?9:58 - Tips on what to do during early labour15:40 - Signs that you’re moving into active labour. What to do and common misconceptions18:27 - Prodromal labour and positions that could help21:48 - Some helpful things your partners can do22:40 - Wrapping up the episode
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  Episode 454: Your Pelvic Floor on a GLP-1. What You Need to Know. 04.08.2026 17хв

  Your pelvic floor on a GLP-1 does feel the changes in muscle mass and gut motility. In today’s episode, Jessie dives into 2 side effects she’s seeing in clients. She will provide you with simple yet helpful solutions to guide you through while on GLP-1s. If you liked this episode of To Birth and Beyond, tell your friends! Find us on Apple Podcasts and Spotify to rate/review/subscribe to the show.Want more? Visit www.ToBirthAndBeyond.com and follow us on Instagram @tobirthandbeyondpodcast! Thanks for listening and joining the conversation!Resources and ReferencesBristol Stool Chart: my.clevelandclinic.org/health/articles/bristol-stool-chartShow Notes 00:00 - Intro to today’s episode02:50 - What symptoms Jessie is seeing in her clients and the connection she seeing with GLP-1s03:31 - Constipation. Why is this ramping up and what Jessie hopes you can achieve with your bowel movements08:26 - Lack of exercise and why Jessie wants to keep exercise in your routine10:51 - Concerns with muscle mass on GLP-1s12:06 - Let’s talk about nutrition basics to help these symptoms14:03 - Wrapping up 
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  Episode 453: Just Found Out You're Pregnant_ Start With These 5 Things 28.07.2026 14хв

  Episode 453:  Just Found Out You're Pregnant? Start With These 5 ThingsJust found out you're pregnant? In today’s episode, Anita shares the first five things she wishes every expecting mom knew in those early weeks. Instead of another overwhelming to-do list, you'll walk away with practical guidance to help you feel more calm and confident about what actually matters over the months ahead.If you liked this episode of To Birth and Beyond, tell your friends! Find us on Apple Podcasts and Spotify to rate/review/subscribe to the show.Want more? Visit www.ToBirthAndBeyond.com and follow us on Instagram @tobirthandbeyondpodcast! Thanks for listening and joining the conversation!----Resources and ReferencesAnita’s Bump to Birth Method online course Anita’s Prepare Your Pelvic Floor for Pregnancy & Birth Workshop Anita’s Free Prenatal Pelvic Floor Guide Anita’s Instagram: @holistichealthphysio----Show Notes 00:00 - Bump to Birth Online Course01:53 - Intro04:06 - Tip 1: You don’t need to figure everything out overnight05:24 - Tip 2: Don’t just put up with pregnancy pain or pelvic floor symptoms06:54 - Tip 3: Kegels aren’t always the answer09:07 - Tip 4: How to keep doing the movement you love as your body changes.10:28 - Tip 5: Birth Prep isn’t something to squeeze in at the end of your pregnancy12:48 - Additional pregnancy resources from Anita
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  Episode 452: Rapid-Fire Postpartum Pelvic Floor And Exercise Myth Busting 21.07.2026 14хв

  Episode 452 Show Notes: Rapid-Fire Postpartum Pelvic Floor And Exercise Myth BustingIn today’s episode, Jessie breaks down in quick, easy terms 9 common postpartum pelvic floor myths about recovery, symptoms and exercise.---If you liked this episode of To Birth and Beyond, tell your friends! Find us on Apple Podcasts and Spotify to rate/review/subscribe to the show.Want more? Visit www.ToBirthAndBeyond.com and follow us on Instagram @tobirthandbeyondpodcast! Thanks for listening and joining the conversation!---Show Notes 01:40 - Intro02:54 - Segment 1: Recovery05:57 - Segment 2: Symptoms08:53 - Segment 3: Exercise 12:45 - Wrapping Up
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  Episode 451: Why Your Physiotherapy Clients Aren't Doing Their Home Exercises (And How to Change That) 14.07.2026 16хв

  Episode 451: Why Your Physiotherapy Clients Aren't Doing Their Home Exercises (And How to Change That)In today’s episode, Anita shares some of the biggest shifts she’s made over her 16+ years as a physio that have helped her clients become more consistent and ultimately get better results. This episode is for you if you've ever wondered why so many of your clients aren't following through with their home exercise program.----If you liked this episode of To Birth and Beyond, tell your friends! Find us on Apple Podcasts and Spotify to rate/review/subscribe to the show.Want more? Visit www.ToBirthAndBeyond.com and follow us on Instagram @tobirthandbeyondpodcast! Thanks for listening and joining the conversation!----Resources and ReferencesInstagram: @holistichealthphysioAnita’s 1:1 virtual mentorship coaching: holistichealthphysio.com/mentorshipEmbodia Home Exercise Platform: embodiaapp.comAtomic Habits by James Clear: jamesclear.com/atomic-habits Show Notes 02:21 - One of the biggest shifts that brought more results for my clients. 03:14 - Strategy 1: One question I always at at their first appointment06:19 - Strategy 2: Habit Stacking08:27 - Strategy 3: Reducing the Friction09:58 - Strategy 4: Dedicated Home Exercise Platform13:41 - Wrapping up the episode14:40 - Anita’s 1:1 virtual mentorship coaching
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  Episode 450: The Importance Of Doing High-impact Workouts When You’re 35+.mp3 07.07.2026 18хв

  In today’s episode, Jessie and Anita sit down to discuss the importance and benefits for doing high-impact workouts when you’re over the age of 35. This not only benefits you now but also impacts your future as you continue to age. Have a listen now and leave with practical tips for your future.----If you liked this episode of To Birth and Beyond, tell your friends! Find us on Apple Podcasts and Spotify to rate/review/subscribe to the show.Want more? Visit www.ToBirthAndBeyond.com and follow us on Instagram @tobirthandbeyondpodcast! Thanks for listening and joining the conversation!-----Show Notes 00:12 - What’s in Todays Episode?02:47 - Social Media Already Told You This. But Let’s Clear Up Some Myths.04:22 - Why Do We Focus on the 35+?07:57 - High Impact Work is Specifically Good for our Bones11:00 - What are the Long Term Benefits?13:51 - When Fear Comes In14:46 - Introducing High Impact Work16:39 - Wrapping Up the Episode
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  Episode 449: Modify Exercise in Pregnancy. Answering All The How’s, Why’s and Whens 30.06.2026 18хв

  Episode 449: Modify Exercise in Pregnancy. Answering All The How’s, Why’s and Whens.In today’s episode, Anita and Jessie talk about exercise modifications for pregnancy. Jess and Anita commonly get asked questions like: SHOULD I modify? WHEN should I modify? And much more! They go over some signs that may mean you’ll want to modify as well as practical modifications you may want to try!-----If you liked this episode of To Birth and Beyond, tell your friends! Find us on Apple Podcasts and Spotify to rate/review/subscribe to the show.Want more? Visit www.ToBirthAndBeyond.com and follow us on Instagram @tobirthandbeyondpodcast! Thanks for listening and joining the conversation!-----Resources and ReferencesBump to Birth Method - Anita’s On-Demand Online Prenatal Course: bumptobirthmethod.comShow Notes 0:00 - What we are talking about today2:13 - Why you may want to consider modifying your exercise in pregnancy 6:23 - Modifications for laying on your back8:16 - What to do when movements in pregnancy feels different then it did before13:36 - Core exercise modification considerations16:15 - Our thoughts when clients have been told to stop certain exercises in pregnancy 17:41 - Episode wrap up
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  Episode 448: What You Need To Know About Your C-Section Shelf 23.06.2026 11хв

  Episode 448: What You Need To Know About Your C-Section Shelf In today’s episode, Anita and Jessie discuss C-Section Shelves. Jessie has been getting so many posts shared with her about it, and folks reaching out scared about the look and functionality of the area where it is. We are going over what they are, why they exist, and some tips if you are concerned about yours!----If you liked this episode of To Birth and Beyond, tell your friends! Find us on Apple Podcasts and Spotify to rate/review/subscribe to the show.Want more? Visit www.ToBirthAndBeyond.com and follow us on Instagram @tobirthandbeyondpodcast! Thanks for listening and joining the conversation!---Resources and ReferencesBecome A Core & Pelvic Floor Coach: programs.jessiemundell.com/core-coachShow Notes 2:39 - Jessie introduces today’s topic, and Anita defines a c-section shelf3:47 - Jessie describes her experience with the c-section shelf5:08 - Is something wrong with your core and pelvic floor if you have a c-section shelf?6:30 - Is the shelf more pronounced if someone has had multiple c-sections?8:07 - The aesthetic concern of it all: is there anything people can do to decrease the appearance of the shelf?9:39 - Episode wrap up
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  Episode 447: 4 Strategies on How to Practice for Your Birth 16.06.2026 26хв

  Episode 447: 4 Strategies on How to Practice for Your BirthIn today’s episode, Anita talks about something that she goes through with her prenatal physio clients as well as her students in Bump to Birth: PRACTICING! Looking for tips and strategies for labor, pushing, and support (for partner/birthing support persons)? Now you will have them! Even if your birthing experience takes twists and turns, you will be informed and feel confident in asking questions to navigate those situations for a positive birth experience.---If you liked this episode of To Birth and Beyond, tell your friends! Find us on Apple Podcasts and Spotify to rate/review/subscribe to the show.Want more? Visit www.ToBirthAndBeyond.com and follow us on Instagram @tobirthandbeyondpodcast! Thanks for listening and joining the conversation!---Resources and ReferencesTBAB Episode 248: Preparing for an Unmedicated Birth – Katelyn’s Birth StoryTBAB Episode 104: Birth Stories and Preparing for Labour with Jen KuenzelBump to Birth Method on-demand course: bumptobirthmethod.comPrepare Your Pelvic Floor for Pregnancy & Birth: anitalambert.click/prenatal-pelvic-floor-birth-workshop---Show Notes 00:00 - Intro to this return episode02:13 – Bump to Birth on-demand course04:08 – Why we are talking about this again06:52 – Why it’s important to discover and consider multiple options and resources09:18 – Practice #1: Hands on strategies (with partner)11:36 – Practice #2: Deep breathing strategies13:39 – Practice #3: Things to listen to for focus during labour18:37 – Practice #4: Asking questions in prenatal appointments prior to the end of pregnancy21:19 - Use B.R.A.I.N. to help advocate for yourself in pregnancy and labour25:01 – Episode wrap up
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  Episode 446: How Meghan Built a Hybrid Pre & Postnatal Fitness Business with PFSA 09.06.2026 24хв

  Episode 446: How Meghan Built a Hybrid Pre & Postnatal Fitness Business with PFSAIn today's episode, Jessie sits down with Megan Barrett of Barrett Fitness in Syracuse, NY to talk about her journey from general personal training into perinatal coaching, and how PFSA training opened her eyes to a whole new way of working with clients. They dig into the gaps in standard trainer certifications, why non-fear-based education matters so much in this space, and how to approach body image and validation with pregnancy and postpartum clients. Megan also shares how perimenopause can show up in symptoms and training. If you liked this episode of To Birth and Beyond, tell your friends! Find us on Apple Podcasts and Spotify to rate/review/subscribe to the show.Want more? Visit www.ToBirthAndBeyond.com and follow us on Instagram @tobirthandbeyondpodcast! Thanks for listening and joining the conversation!________________________Resources and ReferencesPre/Postnatal Fitness Specialist Academy (PFSA) Enrollment: programs.jessiemundell.com/certBarret Fitness CNY: @barrettfitnesscny________________________Show Notes 01:00 - The all new and improved Pre/Postnatal Fitness Specialist Academy (PFSA) enrollment is now open!02:29 - Introducing our special guest, Meghan Barret03:35 - Get to know Meghan07:47 - Previous certifications and what they lacked in information09:17 - What our responsibility is as coaches10:15 - How pregnancy and PFSA certification changed the way Meghan coaches11:52 - Changes from pregnancy to pregnancy12:49 - Body image struggles and how to work with clients through them15:02 - The shift Meghan has had in coaching through time with clients16:13 - Perimenopause changes17:53 - What’s next and where can you find Meghan23:15 - Wrap up
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  Episode 445: Return To Jumping Postpartum: The Step-By-Step Process 02.06.2026 20хв

  Episode 445: Return To Jumping Postpartum: The Step-By-Step Process In today’s episode, Anita and Jessie give step by step tips on how to get back to jumping postpartum. They dive in to the very early days, to eight weeks, to beyond stages and share practical examples of ways to get you back to jumping during workouts, trampolines, etc. If you liked this episode of To Birth and Beyond, tell your friends! Find us on Apple Podcasts and Spotify to rate/review/subscribe to the show.Want more? Visit www.ToBirthAndBeyond.com and follow us on Instagram @tobirthandbeyondpodcast! Thanks for listening and joining the conversation!------Resources and ReferencesJessies Live Online Leaking During Workouts Workshop. June 1st, 2026 7pm EST: jessiemundell.com/exercise-leaking------Show Notes 00:59 - Jessie’s Live online workshop - Leaking During Workouts Promo02:33 - Why were talking about this now05:08 - What this means if you’re months or years past postpartum05:30 - Step 1 - Core canister breath06:12 - Step 2 - Rebuilding mobility stretches11:47 - Step 3 - Adding weights13:49 - Step 4 - Building in jumping17:54 - What we as professionals are looking at for success19:00 - Wrapping up thoughts
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  Episode 444: How To Coach Or Treat Highly Athletic Women In Pregnancy 26.05.2026 17хв

  In today’s episode, Jessie Mundell and Anita Lambert discuss coaching highly athletic pregnant clients who often want to keep training. They stress individualized assessment beyond workout programming, including motivations, body image history, and mental health. Alongside physical factors like pelvic floor symptoms, fatigue, nausea, sleep disruption, and capacity changes.If you liked this episode of To Birth and Beyond, tell your friends! Find us on Apple Podcasts and Spotify to rate/review/subscribe to the show.Want more? Visit www.ToBirthAndBeyond.com and follow us on Instagram @tobirthandbeyondpodcast! Thanks for listening and joining the conversation!Resources and ReferencesJessies Live Online Leaking During Workouts Workshop. June 1st, 2026 7pm EST. Show Notes 01:01 - Jessie’s Live online workshop - Leaking During Workouts Promo02:25 - Introducing the topic of todays episode03:30 - Why this is more than just their workout programming03:40 - The why05:17 - Individualizing the approach06:17 - Body image and identity08:14 - Checking in through changes10:15 - How do we challenge their workouts11:03 - Balancing physical and mental symptoms13:15 - Changes pregnancy to pregnancy14:03 - How do we do this without coddling them?15:35 - Key takeaways
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  Episode 443: What Body-Neutral Fitness Actually Looks Like, with Anna Maltby 19.05.2026 36хв

  In today’s episode, Jessi Mundell interviews health and fitness journalist, certified personal trainer, Pilates instructor, and Substack creator Anna Maltby. They talk about her path from magazine journalism into coaching functional strength, health, and mental wellbeing while avoiding weight, calorie, and aesthetic language. Anna discusses how noticing that pelvic floor complexity, relaxin misconceptions, diastasis recti nuances, pressure managements, and representations of diverse bodies was missing in the industry.- - - - - - - - -If you liked this episode of To Birth and Beyond, tell your friends! Find us on Apple Podcasts and Spotify to rate/review/subscribe to the show.Want more? Visit www.ToBirthAndBeyond.com, join our Facebook group (To Birth and Beyond Podcast), and follow us on Instagram @tobirthandbeyondpodcast! Thanks for listening and joining the conversation!Resources and ReferencesPre/Postnatal Fitness Speceialist Academy Anna Maltby on Instagram and SubstackPilates for Abortion FundsShow Notes 00:56 - The all new and improved Pre/Postnatal Fitness Specialist Academy (PFSA) is reopening for enrollment in June 2026!02:11 - Jessie introduces Anna Maltby03:59 - Anna’s Career Path09:18 - Anna talks about her “How to Move” newsletter10:41 - How to build a body neutral fitness community13:10 - Our privilege and how to create inclusion17:25 - Creating a safe place for all body images and strengths19:06 - Where societies perinatal knowledge gaps are24:24 - Learn about diastasis and old methods that we even taught back in the day27:18 - How PFSA not only educations but provides business growth ideas32:38 - What is Anna’s “Pilates for Abortion Funds” fundraiser35:06 - Anna shares where you can find her on the internet
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  Episode 442: Birth Prep for Physiotherapists - The Missing Piece in Your Client Sessions 12.05.2026 15хв

  In today’s episode of the To Birth and Beyond podcast, Anita is talking about birth prep handouts as the missing piece in physiotherapist client sessions. If you offer birth prep - or are considering doing so - listen in for a framework and things to consider (including questions to ask) while developing your birth prep handout, to help your clients prepare themselves for an empowered birth.- - - - - - - - -If you liked this episode of To Birth and Beyond, tell your friends! Find us on iTunes and Spotify to rate/review/subscribe to the show.Want more? Visit www.ToBirthAndBeyond.com, join our Facebook group (To Birth and Beyond Podcast), and follow us on Instagram @tobirthandbeyondpodcast! Thanks for listening and joining the conversation!Resources and References Clinical Birth Prep Resource PackageBirth Prep for Clinical Practice Online Course (Live with recordings)How to Structure a Partner Labour Prep Session in Clinic Workshop (Live with recording)Episode 429: How To Approach Birth Prep with Clients as a Physiotherapist or Physical TherapistEpisode 413: Can You Work with Pregnant and Postpartum Clients as a Physiotherapist Before Having Kids?Episode 350: How to Structure a Partner Birth Prep Session in Clinical PracticeEpisode 383: Birth Prep for Your Physiotherapy PracticeEmbodia app (referenced as a tool used by Anita in her practice)Show Notes 0:59 - Anita introduces what we’ll be talking about today2:05 - Anita reviews what birth prep can look like in clinic, along with topics of discussion8:04 - Anita shares what can be helpful to include when offering something to clients during or after your birth prep session9:57 - Anita lists ways you can use a birth prep handout during your session, and the benefits12:24 - Anita shares how she has used birth prep handouts over the years14:18 - Anita shares additional resources and brings the episode to a close