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When should I start preparing for birth? Is labor pain really that bad? What do I need to stock up on for postpartum? My baby won't latch. Is my breastfeeding journey doomed? Will I ever sleep again?Are we supposed to know what we’re doing? No? Just checking! But the real question is are we supposed to figure it all out alone? The answer is no. The Labor Room podcast is a live-workshop style, mom-to-mom conversation with Mamas who’ve been there. Mamas who can say “me too” when you want to start your motherhood journey out on the right foot but you need some help figuring it all out. You’re about to learn actionable advice and real-life experiences from a mom who’s been there. From TTC, pregnancy, birth, breastfeeding, and the baby stage…we are going to dig into the nitty gritty, the down and dirty, the real-life, no sugar-coating good stuff that you’ve been looking for on your journey through motherhood. As a mama of three, a Labor and Delivery nurse and a birth educator I’m going to help you find your way to an empowered, confident birth and beyond. Welcome to The Labor Room. As a reminder, anything you hear on this podcast should not be taken as medical advice, please see alifeinlabor.com/disclaimer for more info.
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#33. Strength Training In Pregnancy with Amy Keifer
In today’s episode of The Labor Room Podcast, I’m sitting down with Amy Kiefer, co-founder of Expecting and Empowered, to talk all about strength training during pregnancy. Amy is an expert in prenatal fitness, and through her work at Expecting and Empowered, she’s empowering moms to maintain their strength and health during pregnancy and beyond.
In this episode, we cover:
- The importance of strength training during pregnancy
- How proper exercise can support an easier labor and delivery
- Tips for safely incorporating strength training into your prenatal routine
- How to listen to your body and adjust your workouts as your pregnancy progresses
- Busting myths about pregnancy fitness and finding what works for you
Why strength training matters during pregnancy
Amy shares valuable insights into how strength training can benefit pregnant women, from improving endurance during labor to enhancing postpartum recovery. Whether you're new to exercise or an experienced fitness enthusiast, there’s something in this episode for you!
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Amy has generously offered my listeners a 15% discount on the Expecting and Empowered app! Just use the code alifeinlabor at checkout on https://app.expectingandempowered.com/subscriptions/.
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- Website: alifeinlabor.com
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Connect with Amy:
- Website: expectingandempowered.com
- Instagram: @expectingandempowered
Links mentioned in this episode:
- Expecting and Empowered App: expectingandempowered.com
- The Empowered Birth Academy: alifeinlabor.com/eba
- use the code THELABORROOM to get $50 off
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