We're without Cathy this week (wahhhhhh!!) but it's TOTALLY OKAY because we've got an amazing guest host on the show! Lauren Gassman over at LGFIT joins the podcast this week to discuss a topic that Neva and Cathy know NOTHING about. This episode is all about maintaining a healthy and active lifestyle both during and after pregnancy!
Topics Discussed:
Should pregnant women be exercising? How much and at what intensity?
Expectations vs. Reality: what should we expect of our exercise and performance while expecting?
Did Lauren follow all the established guidelines about what you should or shouldn't eat while pregnant? Why or why not?
What were the differences in lifestyle, exercise, and nutrition between her first and second pregnancies?
The external and internal pressure women feel to "get back to pre-baby weight" and why we aren't fans!
We go on a mega rant about the repercussions and negative effect of social media on mothers, and the illusion "perfect" mom life
What advice does Lauren have for moms out there who struggle to prioritize themselves and their own mental and physical wellbeing?
