61. 4 Things I Tell Every Active Mom About Postpartum Recovery

In this episode, I’m sharing four things I tell every active mom about postpartum recovery, especially when you’re eager to get back to running, lifting, CrossFit, or whatever makes you feel like yourself. Your body has been through a huge change, and knowing what to expect can make the recovery process feel a whole lot less overwhelming.

I talk about why you might feel weaker than ever in those first few weeks, why you can’t compare your recovery to anyone else’s (or even your own previous pregnancy), and why your mind may feel ready to exercise before your body actually is. I also break down why postpartum recovery isn’t perfectly linear and how sleep, hormones, daily activity, and the demands of motherhood can all affect how you feel from day to day.

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