Back Pain, Core Health, Postpartum, Spinal Health

5 Steps to a Stronger Core

Everyone wants a strong core and knows that it's important.  What most people don't realize is that having "6-pack" or a flat stomach, doesn't necessarily equal strong. When I say "a strong core", I'm talking about muscles that can do their job. The abdominal muscles are meant to decompress the spine, support the organs, provide movement,… Continue reading 5 Steps to a Stronger Core

Back Pain, Pelvic Health, Pregnancy, Whole Body

The One Where I am Pregnant

This is the one and only post written during my pregnancy. (I'm full term now, just waiting on baby to arrive.) Writing a blog or engaging in social media just hasn't been a priority the last nine months. I've been spending less time online. I wanted to experience this pregnancy with less technology, fewer distractions and… Continue reading The One Where I am Pregnant

Back Pain, Health, Pregnancy, Standing

How to Stand when you are Pregnant

Pregnancy is another place we see the difference between posture and alignment.  You all know the common pregnancy posture: pelvis and belly pushed forward with hands resting on the low back.  It's normal to see this all around us, but it's not good alignment.  Ideally, you would stand the same whether you are pregnant or… Continue reading How to Stand when you are Pregnant