Pregnancy / Prenatal

When the pelvis feels unstable or overly flexible, exercising can sometimes cause more harm than good. The pubic symphysis and sacroiliac (SI) joints are key to pelvic stability, but when these joints move too much or in the wrong way, pain and misalignment often follow. Fortunately, simple tools like a ball and strap can help activate the core muscles and protect these joints during movement.

Pregnancy brings profound changes to a woman’s body, and the psoas muscle plays a crucial but often overlooked role in this journey. Acting as a guide rail for the uterus and baby, the psoas influences how the body adapts during pregnancy and birth. Its health and the level of stress a person experiences can affect common pregnancy symptoms and even birth outcomes. Understanding this connection offers valuable insight for expectant mothers and those supporting them. What Is t

Labor is a demanding process that requires strength, endurance, and focus. What you eat and drink during this time can make a significant difference in how your body copes with the physical challenges of childbirth. For over a decade, prenatal clients have benefited from simple nutrition advice that supports energy levels and hydration during labor. Recently, this guidance proved useful even outside of childbirth, such as for a friend admitted for surgery. Whether you feel co

When a baby is in a breech position, many well-meaning providers suggest exercises aimed at opening the pelvic inlet to encourage the baby to turn head down. While this approach seems logical, it can actually make the situation more difficult. Opening the pelvic inlet when the baby is breech risks pushing the baby deeper into the pelvis in the wrong position. Instead, the focus should be on keeping the pelvis in a neutral position and ensuring the pelvic outlet is not tight o

When your baby turns head down, it marks an important milestone in your pregnancy journey. After weeks of trying different positions and movements to encourage your baby to flip, you might feel relief and excitement. But what comes next? How do you support your baby’s new position and prepare your body for birth? This post offers practical advice to help you navigate this phase with confidence and care.

My initial training gave me a solid understanding of prenatal massage techniques and the physical changes women experience during pregnancy. However, it was during this time that I first heard about doulas. I was told that if I wanted to specialize in pregnancy, Maya Abdominal Therapy was essential. That first prenatal class was not the last step but the first step toward deeper knowledge.

When a baby is in a breech position, it can cause concern and uncertainty for expectant mothers. While medical professionals handle the safe turning of a breech baby in a hospital setting, massage therapy offers valuable support to the mother’s body that may encourage the baby to turn naturally.

Pregnancy hormones create necessary changes in the body but can also cause joint instability and discomfort. Understanding these changes helps expectant mothers take proactive steps to support their bodies.

Pelvic tilts and cat-cow stretches are valuable exercises during pregnancy, but they are not the same. Pelvic tilts focus on pelvic alignment and core strength, often performed lying down or standing. Cat-cows involve spinal movement and breath coordination, practiced on hands and knees. Both support pregnancy comfort and birth preparation in different ways.

Do you want to feel empowered and thrive throughout your childbearing years and beyond? Stop settling for common symptoms as your new state of normal.