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| Subject | Date Asked |
| Diastasis Recti | 1/26/2012 |
| Q: After doing a lot of reading and research I discovered I have Diastasis Recti. This is my second ... A: Congrats on rehabbing your diastasis successfully. The width of mid line tissue always is slightly ... | |
| Tummy exercises after c section | 12/30/2011 |
| Q: I had a c-section 17 wks ago and now interested in trying to get my post baby shape back. I have ... A: At 17 weeks pp, your stitches are completely healed, so this means you can safely start basic ... | |
| diastis recti | 10/17/2011 |
| Q: helene, when i test for diastis recti, my tummy muscles come completely together, with no gap. does ... A: Yes, move on to the next series of exercises. Carefully monitor the shape of your abdomen as you do ... | |
| abdominal separation | 10/15/2011 |
| Q: my last one 13 weeks ago. I went to the doctor last week as I wanted to find out how much my ... A: For exercise programs that rehab diastasis, you can use either my book and/or DVD. The two exercises ... | |
| abdominal separation | 10/15/2011 |
| Q: my last one 13 weeks ago. I went to the doctor last week as I wanted to find out how much my ... A: Plan on spending about three weeks of intense TvA work to build up a foundation of strength, then ... | |
| Diastasis Recti | 10/14/2011 |
| Q: I am 6 1/2 months pregnant and my doctor just confirmed that I have diastasis recti, in fact the gap ... A: Diastasis recti is caused by a combination of pregnancy hormones which soften connective tissue and ... | |
| abdominal separation | 10/12/2011 |
| Q: my last one 13 weeks ago. I went to the doctor last week as I wanted to find out how much my ... A: First the good news: you only have a two finger-width separation of your Rectus Abdominis (your ... | |
| closed diastis recti | 10/9/2011 |
| Q: helene, i currently had diastis recti, however, i am to the point where my midline closes ... A: Good news - this means that your core musculature is functioning properly. If you are less than 6 ... | |
| Pre natal exercise | 9/23/2011 |
| Q: Byrne, I about a year postpartum and have started doing your Bounce Back Fast DVD. However, I just ... A: it's always gratifying to hear positive feedback. You can continue to do most of the exercises ... | |
| Exercise during pregnancy... | 9/16/2011 |
| Q: I just found out I'm pregnant. I'm about 6wks...I'm 38yrs old & I weight about 165lbs...I use to do ... A: Well, this is a big question. In general, women can continue with their usual exercise routines and ... | |
| diastis recti | 8/30/2011 |
| Q: helene, i have had 5 kids,my youngest now almost 5. i have had diastis recti and was told 2 years ... A: Because your mid line closes as you deepen the contraction of your Rectus Abdominis, this tells me ... | |
| Can I do upward dog/backbends? | 8/10/2011 |
| Q: I've written you several times and you've always been very helpful in answering my questions, so ... A: Testing and evaluating diastasis recti is not exact. Depending on how much you engage you Rectus ... | |
| Can I exercise?!! | 8/5/2011 |
| Q: I can't seem to get a straight answer from anyone on whether or not I can exercise and to what ... A: Only women who have stopped menstruation due to obsessive exercise and extreme calorie restriction ... | |
| weight training & hemorrhoids | 8/4/2011 |
| Q: i have severe external hemorrhoids which have developed post pregnancy( they protrude out after ... A: Cardio training, especially low impact, should be totally safe. For weight training, avoid very ... | |
| Sudden and Persistent Inner thigh pain | 8/3/2011 |
| Q: I gave birth to my third child 5 weeks ago. Unlike my first two natural births, I used an epidural ... A: Pelvic instability after pregnancy is common, and might be the source of your pain. Pregnancy ... | |
| Very Active - What Can I do with a week TvA | 6/30/2011 |
| Q: I was hoping you could give me some advice. It has been 10 months since I had my baby via c-section ... A: If your trainer had you doing a lot of traditional ab work without having established enough ... | |
| Separated Abs | 6/26/2011 |
| Q: I purchased the "Bounce Back Fast" dvd a few weeks ago. I am 8 weeks postpartum and my upper abs are ... A: You can try two things. First is to manually splint your Rectus Abdominis closed, with your hands, ... | |
| Running during pregnancy | 6/24/2011 |
| Q: I have been a runner for several years. I've done many half marathons and did a full marathon last ... A: ACOG lifted the advisement pregnant women keep their HRs below 140 BPM in 2002. The original study ... | |
| exercise | 5/26/2011 |
| Q: what are the best exercises to do to help stretch my legs to prepare for labor? or what are any ... A: Squats and groin stretches are best for labor prep. For the groin, you can choose seated stretches ... | |
| bounce back fast | 5/25/2011 |
| Q: I have been doing your bounce back fast dvd consistently for a few weeks now. how long do you think ... A: The key for success is to build adequate strength in your Trasnverse Abdominis, or TvA, and then to ... | |
| Diet after LSCS | 5/12/2011 |
| Q: I have undergone LSCS on feb 2, 2011. My belly became bulged after my C- section. How to reduce? If ... A: To flatten your abdominal wall, you need to start by building a lot of strength into the deepest ... | |
| Back pain mand muscular weakness | 5/11/2011 |
| Q: I am a mother of a 1 year old boy.However I had a terrible time during my pregnancy. I had a ... A: For weight loss, I recommend that you follow the three 80% rules: 1. Make 80% of your daily caloric ... | |
| Postpartum fitness and weight loss | 5/5/2011 |
| Q: My daughter is ten months old and I exclusively breastfeed. The first two weeks after her birth I ... A: I did a rough estimate of your math, and conclude that you eat about 1700 calories a day, burn about ... | |
| 1 yr post partum | 5/1/2011 |
| Q: After reading great reviews for your book, I decided to ship your DVD to Dubai ! I am one year post ... A: To flatten your abdomen and close diastasis, you need to first build A LOT of strength in your ... | |
| Competitive cycling while trying to conceive | 4/27/2011 |
| Q: I am a keen cyclist and also trying to conceive. It is now the time trial season and I am wondering ... A: Generally, fit women can continue with their regular fitness routines without any problems with ... | |
| Groin Injury? | 4/11/2011 |
| Q: I am 2 months post partum, was VERY active prior to being pregnant and tried to be as active as ... A: Until about 6 months postpartum, your joints will be more lax, and so provide less than adequate ... | |
| Exercise post-cerclage | 3/2/2011 |
| Q: I am 20 weeks pregnant, and since I started the pregnancy have not been allowed to workout due to ... A: Since you are on modified bed rest, all weight bearing exercises are out. But you do have some ... | |
| Small Toe Taps | 2/5/2011 |
| Q: I purchased the Exercise After Pregnancy Book. I have been practicing the hollow pelvic tilts with ... A: I can offer a few suggestions: First, if your pelvis is not moving at all when you do a small ... | |
| early stomach divarication | 2/1/2011 |
| Q: I noticed a "ridge" in my stomach when I arched my back from about week 10 of my pregnancy and am ... A: Women with abdominal separation (diastasis recti) should not perform any exercises that ... | |
| Exercise and hypotension | 1/20/2011 |
| Q: I am 5 months pregnant and have recently recovered from pretty severe bouts of morning sickness ... A: Moderate level aerobic exercise increases blood pressure while you are doing it, so you don't need ... | |
| Post Pregnancy weight loss | 1/12/2011 |
| Q: I am 30yrs, my 2nd delivery(normal). It's been 12 weeks since delivery, started treadmill 2 weeks ... A: Keep up with the aerobic exercise to raise your metabolism. Do as much breast feeding as you can, ... | |
| 7 months postpartum and unable to shed a pound! | 1/4/2011 |
| Q: So I can not understand what is going on with my body. I had my second child c-section nearly 7 ... A: Several things might be going on. First, when you start weight training, you build muscle density, ... | |
| pre-natal exercises for glutes and hamstrings | 12/19/2010 |
| Q: I am 17 weeks pregnant with twins and prior to getting pregnant, I was very active lifting moderate ... A: Elliptical trainers, stair-steppers, and walking on an inclined treadmill would all be good machine ... | |
| toning core muscles after childbirth | 12/8/2010 |
| Q: I am 6 months post partum and tried several postnatal workouts before I found your DVD. I love your ... A: RE: stays at 2 finger widths, is it possible to have absolutely flat abs? Yes, the shape of the ... | |
| Post C section | 12/6/2010 |
| Q: I had delivered my baby about a week and a half ago by c section. Personally I feel my body is in ok ... A: There are safe activities for you at this point as well as activities that you should avoid until ... | |
| toning core muscles after childbirth | 12/2/2010 |
| Q: I am 6 months post partum and tried several postnatal workouts before I found your DVD. I love your ... A: In the classroom, I used to teach a lot of different types of rib closure exercises, which due time ... | |
| Abdominal strength and fetal position | 12/2/2010 |
| Q: I'm wondering your thoughts on how abdominal tightness affects fetal position. I am petite (5'2", ... A: I can see how you would want to do everything possible to prevent another face-up labor, but ... | |
| Pregnancy After Hernia Repair | 11/19/2010 |
| Q: After my second pregnancy, I had a small umbilical hernia. The doctors wanted to go ahead and do a ... A: You can prevent, or at the very least lessen the severity of diastasis recti/ abdominal separation ... | |
| Exercise at desk? | 11/9/2010 |
| Q: I'm 24 weeks pregnant and sit at a desk for at least 5 hours a day. I've begun feeling very ... A: Yes, sitting for extended periods of time during pregnancy is really uncomfortable. Make sure that ... | |
| pregnancy groin pain | 11/8/2010 |
| Q: I'm 28 weeks pregnant and have been getting some groin pain on the left side but it seems to move to ... A: Most commonly, lower abdominal pain on one side of the belly is due to stretching of the uterine ... | |
| slimming belt | 11/6/2010 |
| Q: My belly hasnt never recovered from the birth of twins, and this is compounded by my recently ... A: Abdominal binders will not strengthen your muscles. In the long run, wearing one will actually ... | |
| protruding belly after 9 weeks postpartum | 11/6/2010 |
| Q: Helene, I just had my third child and am in my mid 40's. After my second child I noticed that my ... A: Here's a short cut for athletic women: Start doing lots of Belly Lacing to strengthen your ... | |
| protruding belly after 9 weeks postpartum | 11/4/2010 |
| Q: Helene, I just had my third child and am in my mid 40's. After my second child I noticed that my ... A: Right now you have a typical postpartum body, with abs that are both weak and too long, a condition ... | |
| Is it too soon? | 11/2/2010 |
| Q: I know it seems so soon after the wedding but we've been together for 7 years and living together ... A: Great idea! Maternal health and fetal health are one in the same so to optimize your future ... | |
| Why is high-impact exercise not recommended? | 10/18/2010 |
| Q: I've read everywhere that high-impact exercise is not recommended after a certain point during ... A: To your first Q: when and how you make the appropriate modifications really depends on you, and what ... | |
| Why is high-impact exercise not recommended? | 10/17/2010 |
| Q: I've read everywhere that high-impact exercise is not recommended after a certain point during ... A: Pregnancy hormones relax and lengthen connective tissues, including ligaments, which hold joints in ... | |
| Post-Partum Pooch | 10/5/2010 |
| Q: My son is now 22 months old and my pooch is worse than it was 6 months after the birth. I am 5'8" ... A: You had a big baby, and your tummy got huge, so that means your road back to a toned, flat abdominal ... | |
| Excercise after c-section | 10/3/2010 |
| Q: I gave birth to my first child last September (13 months). Before pregnanyc I used to workout with ... A: At 13 months post C-section, you are completely healed and can do all forms of exercise. If you ... | |
| Running a half marathon early on in pregnancy | 9/9/2010 |
| Q: I am an active runner and I just found out that I am pregnant. I have a half-marathon in 3 weeks so ... A: Sorry for the delay in response, I was dealing with a family illness. You are prepared on both a ... | |
| Pain 4 months post partum | 8/19/2010 |
| Q: My wife had our son a little over four months ago and she's had a difficult recovery. For several ... A: Pubic Symphasis Dysfunction: Easy to diagnose, Physical Therapy is used to reduce or eliminate ... | |
| Pain 4 months post partum | 8/19/2010 |
| Q: My wife had our son a little over four months ago and she's had a difficult recovery. For several ... A: Pubic Symphasis Dysfunction usually causes extreme weakness, usually in one leg, sometimes both, and ... | |
| Pre-pregnancy fitness plan | 8/14/2010 |
| Q: I am an obese woman and my husband and I would like to have another baby. I know that being to thin ... A: You're wise to want to improve your health before becoming pregnant again. Maternal health and fetal ... | |
| diastasis recti | 8/11/2010 |
| Q: I am 29 years old, 30weeks pregnant, and am still rather small (I've gained about 10-12lbs overall ... A: Yes, there are pregnancy exercises to strengthen the Transverse Abdominis to either prevent or ... | |
| loud noise and pregnancy | 8/2/2010 |
| Q: I am 25 weeks pregnant and going to a blue angels air show on Saturday. We will be front and center ... A: I have never heard of loud noises having a negative effect on pregnancy or the developing fetus. ... | |
| Workout levels during second trimester | 8/2/2010 |
| Q: I am almost 16 weeks pregnant and even though I am in my second trimester, I haven't felt the need ... A: Most athletic women don't feel a need to lower the intensity of their workouts until about 24 weeks ... | |
| Pregnancy and exercise | 8/2/2010 |
| Q: I have signed up for an open water swim in 11 months. I just recently discovered I am pregnant. I ... A: Roller coasters and other devises that strongly jar and/or vibrate the body are not advisable during ... | |
| episiotomy | 7/29/2010 |
| Q: I had my son 9 weeks ago and the second day home from the hospital i noticed an extra hole near my ... A: This is an unusual problem. I'm uncomfortable with the "maybe it's" diagnosis. Your doctor should ... | |
| How do I know when my TVAs are strong enough to move on? | 7/28/2010 |
| Q: After my twins were born, I had about a two-finger wide separation. I purchased your book "Exercise ... A: It takes about three weeks of concentrated work for the TvA to get strong enough to provide enough ... | |
| lost muscle strenght? | 7/27/2010 |
| Q: I've been suffering since the last trimester in my last (3rd) pregnancy. I've been to physiotherapy ... A: You symptoms are very unusual. I recommend a full medical screening to rule out any underlying ... | |
| width of well-exercised PC muscle | 7/8/2010 |
| Q: I read somewhere that the width of the PC-muscle (closing the opening of the vagina) is about 0.5" ... A: Muscle atrophy increases as we age, especially after menopause. Kegels will help maintain PC ... | |
| width of well-exercised PC muscle | 7/7/2010 |
| Q: I read somewhere that the width of the PC-muscle (closing the opening of the vagina) is about 0.5" ... A: I've never read or heard about these types of measurements. The PCs run front to back, from the ... | |
| Early pregnancy weight gain/bloating | 7/7/2010 |
| Q: My question comes from a pregnancy fitness perspective. Many articles I read state that by week 9, ... A: How much weight a woman gains in pregnancy is mostly genetic, assuming that she eats the right foods ... | |
| Early pregnancy weight gain/bloating | 7/3/2010 |
| Q: My question comes from a pregnancy fitness perspective. Many articles I read state that by week 9, ... A: The physical responses to the first trimester vary widely. Some women don't even begin to show, ... | |
| Severe Sacroiliac pain after two consecutive births | 7/2/2010 |
| Q: I sustained an injury to my left hip during my first pregnancy in September 2008. My doctor at the ... A: It sounds like you have instability at the sacroiliac joint. Because the joint has too much ... | |
| FOUR YEARS | 6/29/2010 |
| Q: Helene, I must say I have been inspired by the comments and the information I've read regarding ... A: Yes, retraining your abs so that your Transverse Abdominis is both stronger and functions properly ... | |
| post-natal bleeding! | 6/28/2010 |
| Q: I heamorraged badly after having my son 8 wks ago. ive always been anaemic and after birth my bloods ... A: Since you had a baby only 8 weeks ago, it is highly unlikely that the bleeding which started 13 days ... | |
| Safe exercise for pregnancy | 6/21/2010 |
| Q: Helene, I saw that you answer questions about exercise during and after pregnancy. What kinds of ... A: RE: reaching across your body to touch your opposite knee: OK now, but when your belly gets big, it ... | |
| Racing 10k while pregnant | 6/21/2010 |
| Q: Good morning! I really need some advice on this topic. My husband and I are trying to conceive and ... A: Generally, athletic women can continue to train at a high level until about the mid point of ... | |
| Safe exercise for pregnancy | 6/21/2010 |
| Q: Helene, I saw that you answer questions about exercise during and after pregnancy. What kinds of ... A: For aerobic exercise during pregnancy, you need to stay in a moderate training zone. Always work out ... | |
| Depression, anxiety, stress, and pregnancy | 6/11/2010 |
| Q: I think I may be experiencing depression and some anxiety due to extreme stress. It's a hard to ... A: One of the hallmarks of stress and anxiety is circular thinking. Our brains go round and round on ... | |
| Running in First Trimester | 6/8/2010 |
| Q: Two days before I found out I was pregnant I ran 5 miles, in about 80 degree weather, for about 55 ... A: A lot, if most, of what you read on the internet about the risks of raising core temperature during ... | |
| diastasis recti | 6/7/2010 |
| Q: I think that I have distasis recti .It is about 2 fingers wide. My concern is that I gave birth ... A: The goal of diastasis rehab is to close the gap to two finger-widths or less, so you are already ... | |
| Pregnancy at high altitude | 6/4/2010 |
| Q: I have read your answer to the person asking about pregnancy at high altitude but have further ... A: Because you live at altitude, you are acclimated and do not need to worry about oxygen depletion to ... | |
| waterparks | 6/3/2010 |
| Q: I'm currently 11 weeks pregnant and me and my fiance are wanting to go to a waterpark this month. ... A: Don't go on any of the big ones. Take extra care when on all wet, slippery surfaces. Pregnant women ... | |
| prenatal fitness | 5/30/2010 |
| Q: i had a cesarean eight weeks ago i want to know how long do i have to wait before 1]exercising and ... A: At 8 weeks post C, your stitches have completely healed, so you can start post natal abdominal ... | |
| Kentucky Splash Waterpark | 5/27/2010 |
| Q: I am going to be 8 weeks pregnant next week June, 1st. I am ofcourse not showing and have not been ... A: The wave pool should be OK, but I am concerned about the water slides. Generally when you are ... | |
| change in lifestyle | 5/24/2010 |
| Q: I just found out I'm pregnant - about 6-7 weeks along, and before I heard the news I went tanning at ... A: Using a tanning bed a few times should not have a negative effect on your pregnancy. Rigorous ... | |
| Weight problems | 5/20/2010 |
| Q: I am 5 weeks and 2 days pregnant. I am 5 foot tall and about 175 pounds. I want to have the ... A: You're right to want to do everything possible to have the healthiest baby. Many women, once they ... | |
| Pregnant and equestrian.... | 5/16/2010 |
| Q: I am about a month and a half along, I've been told that regular exercise (whatever regimen you have ... A: This is a judgment call for you, since you ride for a living as well as recreation. Horseback ... | |
| May be pregnant and running 1/2 marathon | 5/11/2010 |
| Q: My husband and I are actively trying to conceive our second baby, and I believe there is a good ... A: There has been one meta-analysis study, done in Europe, that suggests that women who engage in very ... | |
| First and secondary hemorrhage after birth (i got it both) | 5/3/2010 |
| Q: i had my third child about 48 days ago. I had my 3.48 baby girl induced (natural birth).The birth ... A: I think that both of your bleeding instances while in the shower are a coincidence, and that you ... | |
| Pregnant Running - ?Incresed risk of incontinence? | 5/2/2010 |
| Q: I know that pregnancy and delivery can increase your risk of incontinence if you don't do pelvic ... A: From my experience, most women who develop pregnancy/postpartum incontinence and/or bladder prolapse ... | |
| Pregnant Running: Does the 'bouncing' harm my baby? | 5/2/2010 |
| Q: I'm a trained runner and I understand that it is 'safe' to continue running during my pregnancy. ... A: The impact of running has never been shown to dislodge or harm the placenta, or lead to premature ... | |
| personal trainer | 5/1/2010 |
| Q: I was wondering if you can recommend any personal trainers in the South Bay. (San Jose/Milpitas CA ... A: Sorry, I don't have a referral for a Personal Trainer in your area. To flatten your abs, start ... | |
| Scabs around nipples..Why..?? | 4/28/2010 |
| Q: ..My name is Jasmine I am 11 weeks & 4 Days pregnant and keep getting these darker little bits of ... A: Hyper-pigmentation is a common side effect of the hormones of pregnancy. You might find that as your ... | |
| Diastasis Recti | 4/27/2010 |
| Q: I am a new mom of a 14 month old. I had a C-section and a little postpartum depression. I didn't ... A: I'm glad to hear that you've started exercising. Postpartum depression can make it almost impossible ... | |
| mothers stomach after birth | 4/26/2010 |
| Q: My daughter had a baby 7 weeks ago at a birthing center where she spent many hours in a jacuzzi. She ... A: A hard, round abdomen at 7 weeks postpartum is not normal. Have you daughter see an OBGYN for a ... | |
| Diastasis Recti | 4/22/2010 |
| Q: I have your Bounce Back Fast DVD and love it. I am 28 weeks postpartum, if I do your dvd at least ... A: The goal of diastasis rehab is to get the gap down to two finger-widths or less, so you're just ... | |
| memopause and bleeding | 4/20/2010 |
| Q: I am nearly 57 years old, I am still having periods and HEAVY bleeding. I went to gyn. which put me ... A: While it is outside of my area of expertise to comment on the medical reasons why you are ... | |
| Belt? | 4/15/2010 |
| Q: Helene Its been over a year since my pregnancy and I have gotten back close to my pre pregnancy ... A: A hard protruding tummy is a sure sign that your deepest abdominal muscle, your Transverse ... | |
| belly dancing classes and getting pregnant | 4/14/2010 |
| Q: for about six months I'm attending belly dancing classes 3 times a week, exercises are quite ... A: Belly dancing has it's roots in preparing women for childbirth and labor and is safe throughout ... | |
| belly-bulge almost 3 years post-partum | 4/14/2010 |
| Q: For Helene please! I am a 39 year old mother of 6- and 2.5-year-old daughters. Pre-pregnancy I was ... A: Stop doing all ab work that flexes/rolls the upper body off the floor of against the force of ... | |
| Foods to avoid during pg. | 4/9/2010 |
| Q: I am currently 12 wks and thought I was doing everything right, avoiding but now a friend of mine ... A: When eating raw fruits and veggies from a salad bar or restaurant, there is the very small risk that ... | |
| running | 4/6/2010 |
| Q: I am a avid runner who has run 10-14 miles every other day. I am five weeks pregnant and very ... A: Generally, in an uncomplicated pregnancy, athletes and athletic women can continue with high level ... | |
| Postpartum dizziness, breasteeding, anxiety | 4/5/2010 |
| Q: I have a 2-month old baby and I am currently breastfeeding. I've been feeling dizziness during ... A: Becoming a mother, learning how to read your baby's cues, integrating a new family member, and ... | |
| herniated disk | 4/4/2010 |
| Q: I have had a herniated disk and a buldging disk in my lower back for awhile now. It comes and ... A: Get a referral to a PT who specializes in pregnancy that can teach you basic core strength and ... | |
| diastasis recti | 3/31/2010 |
| Q: I am 15 months post partum with diastasis recti.Even though i've been able to return to ... A: You can purchase both the DVD and or Book from my exclusive international distributor, the IDEA ... | |
| diastasis recti | 3/30/2010 |
| Q: I am 15 months post partum with diastasis recti.Even though i've been able to return to ... A: You can find two basic TvA strengtheners that can be used either during of after pregnancy at the ... | |
| diastasis recti | 3/29/2010 |
| Q: I am 15 months post partum with diastasis recti.Even though i've been able to return to ... A: You should be able to close your mid line to about a two finger-widths with proper rehab exercises. ... | |
| Sleeping posture | 3/25/2010 |
| Q: I am Sophia, I am 28 weeks pregnant. Lately I got my ultrasound done and my baby is in transverse ... A: There is a lot of confusion/misinformation about maternal body position and blood flow, both during ... | |
| abdominal separation | 3/22/2010 |
| Q: I just read one of your answers about abdominal separation... I fear i have a bad case of abdominal ... A: Diastasis should be measured in the crunch position, not with the abs relaxed. Most women with ... | |
| weight loss after | 3/22/2010 |
| Q: i delivered a baby 6 week ago(by cesarean),this is my second delivery,due to delivery i gain lot of ... A: Bicep and tricep development is best done with free weights. Choose a weight that you can barely ... | |
| Too many things adding up | 3/19/2010 |
| Q: I will try to make this quick... I had my second baby 3 months ago and had hydro polyamnios (sp) ... A: How wide is your separation? Women with diastasis should NOT perform ANY abdominal exercises that ... | |
| taking vitimins while preganant | 3/16/2010 |
| Q: 6 and 9 supplements before i get pregnant and while im pregnant? I'm not at the moment pregnant but ... A: Omega three supplements are recommended for pregnancy as most of use do not get enough of natural ... | |
| losing belly fat after pregnancy | 3/16/2010 |
| Q: well in brief,i had 2 pregnancies separated by 1 year and half,i gained nearly 11 kg,but my aim is ... A: This is a complicated question and will take clear intentions, planning, and long term commitment on ... | |
| pregnancy in high altitude | 2/11/2010 |
| Q: i am presently at a high altitude loction of 12000 ft where oxygen levels are 30% in comparison to ... A: Since your body is well acclimated to the very high altitude that you are living at, you should be ... | |
| How hard can I work out | 2/9/2010 |
| Q: I am 15 weeks pregnant on my 3rd pregnancy. I have worked out hard in my life and like a good work ... A: Since you are currently in less fit physical condition you can start with up to 30 minutes of ... | |
| closing rectus diastasis | 1/29/2010 |
| Q: I am 6 months PP and have rectus diastasis. I came to know when I was 1 month PP and since then I ... A: Your PT is right, diastasis can cause, or exacerbate, back pain. But there are many, often times ... | |
| closing rectus diastasis | 1/27/2010 |
| Q: I am 6 months PP and have rectus diastasis. I came to know when I was 1 month PP and since then I ... A: To close diastasis, you need to take several steps, in the right order. Step one is to build a ... | |
| vertical c-section | 1/24/2010 |
| Q: i have had two emergency c-sections in the last six yrs. i have always wondered why they had to cut ... A: Vertical skin incisions are faster, and that's the only reason why they should be done. But while ... | |
| Excersice for severe Back pain in late preg and after | 1/18/2010 |
| Q: I am 35.4 weeks pregnant w/ my 4th child. I have arthritic changes as well as a bulging disc in my ... A: Your level of pain, arthritis, and bulging disc indicates that you should see a PT who ... | |
| eating disorder and pregnancy | 1/18/2010 |
| Q: bulimic,alcoholic,over excersise, chew and spit i am 5'4 my lowest weight was 92pounds and now i am ... A: Please do not consider becoming pregnant until you are mentally and physically capable of raising a ... | |
| Post Natal Tummy | 1/10/2010 |
| Q: I had my son 4 years ago, very large baby 11 pounds via c section, I am only 5 ft 4 inches. I ... A: Many women, both with and without diastasis, end up will large, overly round, "still pregnant ... | |
| Post Pregnancy pains | 1/6/2010 |
| Q: I have been suffering from wrist pain(in both the wrists)since pregnancy and after the delivery(3 ... A: It sounds like you may be dealing with Carpal Tunnel Syndrome or related repetitive stress injury ... | |
| eating disorder and pregnancy | 12/23/2009 |
| Q: Right now my bf and i are trying to have a baby i would like to know what complications to the baby ... A: Maternal health and fetal health are one in the same. Though you are currently at an OK weight, you ... | |
| post-natal hip slimmers | 12/20/2009 |
| Q: What can be done about the widening of the hips from pregnancy assuming that all pregnancy pounds ... A: In fitness, our mantra is don't wear a girdle, build a girdle. Rebuild strength and stability in ... | |
| Crunches/Situps during early pregnancy | 12/18/2009 |
| Q: Ms Helene Byrne. I understand the questions must be simple and direct, which my former question was ... A: 1. yes 2. no 3. after core strength and stability has been re-established. Really, I can't supply ... | |
| loosing weight after pregnancy | 12/18/2009 |
| Q: Helene, I am almost 32 weeks pregnant and although I still have a while to go, I'm already ... A: You will loose about 15 pounds or more during delivery, then most likely a few more pounds in the ... | |
| when will my tummy flatten? | 12/11/2009 |
| Q: I am 16 months post-partum and have a 3-finger width diastasis and protruding belly that makes me ... A: Every new mom faces this issue. Your pelvis has tipped in response to the weight of your tummy when ... | |
| Exercise and weight gain | 12/10/2009 |
| Q: I have been exercising throughout my pregnancy. I exercised pretty regularly before getting pregant ... A: Let's address the weight issue first. At 17 weeks, you only need an additional 300 calories per day ... | |
| Shoulder Dystorsia | 12/10/2009 |
| Q: I'm Pregnant with my second child due January 29th 2010. I had Shoulder Dystorsia with my first ... A: No two pregnancies are the same, and no two deliveries are are the same either. Your doctors are ... | |
| Weight in pregnancy | 12/10/2009 |
| Q: I have a history of hypertension and am insulin resistant -have taken diabex but not recommended now ... A: You right to be concerned about your health status during this pregnancy as being overweight, high ... | |
| Is 3 finger gap ok? How to manual splint? | 12/8/2009 |
| Q: I am 13 months post-partum. I came across your EXCELLENT video when I was around 5 months ... A: A three finger-width separation is small. So that's a positive. The goal of diastasis rehab is to ... | |
| What exercises do you recommend at 13 months postpartum, with ab separation? | 12/7/2009 |
| Q: I am 13 months post-partum. I came across your EXCELLENT video when I was around 5 months ... A: As you start transitioning to other types of abdominal exercises, you need to make sure that your ... | |
| when will my tummy flatten? | 11/27/2009 |
| Q: I am 16 months post-partum and have a 3-finger width diastasis and protruding belly that makes me ... A: Most women see a change in the shape of their abdomens quickly. Make sure that you do not have daily ... | |
| jumping rope & pelvic floor muscles | 11/24/2009 |
| Q: I am 18 month postpartum. Does jumping rope regularly weaken the pelvic floor muscles or does it ... A: By eighteen months pp, your connective tissues are no long influenced by pregnancy hormones, and so ... | |
| urine/exercise/postpartum | 10/27/2009 |
| Q: I’m 29, have three kids and my youngest one I had 15 months ago. Normal pregnancies, except the ... A: You are experiencing urinary stress incontinence, a very common problem, and fortunately one that's ... | |
| baby | 10/24/2009 |
| Q: my baby is two weeks old.she keeps farting and strains a lot to get the fartv out.she also seems to ... A: Your baby sounds like she's having digestive problems and has food sensitivities. Get a referral ... | |
| laying on back | 10/17/2009 |
| Q: I work out everyday, and I am in excellent shape; however, I "do abs"--crunches and leg lifts (to ... A: In rare cases, some pregnant women experience Supine Hypotensive Disorder, now often called ... | |
| Pubic/vaginal pain | 10/15/2009 |
| Q: I am 28 weeks pregnant and have been experiencing pain in the pubuc bone area. It make it difficult ... A: Consult with your OBGYN and get a referral to a Physical Therapist who specializes in prenatal ... | |
| abdominal exercises | 10/12/2009 |
| Q: What are some good abdominal exercises that I can do to maintain some strength during the end of the ... A: Plank exercises and quadruped exercises, which stabilize the spine in the neutral position are all ... | |
| Running a marathon while pregnant | 10/12/2009 |
| Q: I have been distance running for roughly four years. I have been training for a marathon and ... A: Generally, it is safe for a woman to continue with whatever level of physical exertion she is ... | |
| diastasis | 10/8/2009 |
| Q: I am almost 14 months post partum with third baby. I am just now figuring out I may have diastasis. ... A: A 3 to 4 finger-width gap is moderate. It's a little unusual for the mid line to be that wide all ... | |
| diastasis | 10/8/2009 |
| Q: I am almost 14 months post partum with third baby. I am just now figuring out I may have diastasis. ... A: I need to ask a few questions. Most of the time, diastasis is measured by finger-widths, not ... | |
| C-section scar tissue & exercise | 10/7/2009 |
| Q: I had a c-section about 15 years ago and over the last year and a half lost over 100 pounds. I am ... A: Congratulations on successfully turning your life around and becoming much healthier. You can be an ... | |
| Excercise | 10/3/2009 |
| Q: Please let me know what excercises i can do during pregnancy and after pregnancy. I was really ... A: Generally, up until about 20 weeks, you can continue with your normal exercise routine. Because the ... | |
| postnatal weight loss | 10/3/2009 |
| Q: What do you recommend for a postnatal weight loss program? 1) I can only find 25 minutes to walk ... A: Walking 25 minutes a day at 80% of your MHR is a GREAT start! Our bodies begin to burn fat as fuel ... | |
| Abdominal Separation | 10/1/2009 |
| Q: I am 30 years old and the mother of 5 munchkins who are 7,6,4,2,%261. I am overweight and suffer ... A: You've really brought up two different issues, your weight, which is interfering with you ability to ... | |
| Stretch marks | 9/27/2009 |
| Q: My teenage daughter is 7 months pregnant. She would like to know what she can do to avoid stretch ... A: The development of stretch marks during pregnancy are mostly determined by genetics and somewhat by ... | |
| exercise while trying to conceive | 9/24/2009 |
| Q: I hope this question falls under your genre. Here is my story I had a healthy and perfect unexpected ... A: At implantation, the embryo is anywhere from 16 to 32 cells, so no, if you did take a fall from a ... | |
| Doing your exercises with existing prolapses | 9/23/2009 |
| Q: I have been doing the exercises on your Bounce Back DVD for a couple of weeks. I am nearly 10 weeks ... A: My exercises are generally safe for prolapse. The three exercises that roll the upper body off the ... | |
| exercise while trying to conceive | 9/22/2009 |
| Q: I hope this question falls under your genre. Here is my story I had a healthy and perfect unexpected ... A: Exercise makes a women healthier. Maternal health and fetal health are one in the same. Healthier ... | |
| Severely sore muscles | 9/12/2009 |
| Q: I have a similar problem to sore quads/glutes. I have a toddler and now I'm 10 weeks pregnant. ... A: Your pain is unusual and it's too bad that your OBGYN did not take your seriously. From your pain ... | |
| Abdominal separation Qs and ballet/hula :) | 9/2/2009 |
| Q: I've been using your PP workout DVD for 8 months or so now (starting when I was about 10 months PP), ... A: The goal of diastasis rehab is to close the gap to less than 2 finger widths, so congratulations ... | |
| Losing Weight after a C-Section | 9/2/2009 |
| Q: I had my c-section last May 15, 2009. I would like to know if doing sit-ups would make my abdomen ... A: Don't start with crunches or sit-ups, they create more problems then they solve after pregnancy. ... | |
| Diastasis and TVA | 8/31/2009 |
| Q: I met with a trainer who said I had Diastasis (though under 2 fingers). She said more concerning was ... A: First off, a mid line that measures less than 2 finger-widths is not wide enough to be considered a ... | |
| cycle | 8/25/2009 |
| Q: ..i want to ask whether i can drive a bicycle if i don't have any pain near uterus ANSWER: If you ... A: Riding a bike is a non-weight bearing activity and therefore less stressful on the joints then other ... | |
| umbilical hernia and abdominal separation | 8/21/2009 |
| Q: I gave birth 2 years ago and still have abdominal separation which seems to go from my belly button ... A: Most doctors will want to wait to repair both an umbilical hernia and abdominal separation until a ... | |
| POSTPARTUM EXERCISES | 8/18/2009 |
| Q: I HAVE 5 MONTHS B/B TWINS,I STOPPED BREASTFEEDING A MONTHS BACK AS I RESUMED OFFICEDUTIES. MY JOB IS ... A: Twin pregnancies/double baby care is exponentially harder than a singleton. And you're right ... | |
| Exercise/Workout | 8/16/2009 |
| Q: Helene My name is Maria I am 20yrs of age and I have just recently have found out the Iam pregnant ... A: Since your activity level is generally very high, you can continue moderate to strenuous workouts ... | |
| Straddle Injury. | 8/14/2009 |
| Q: One of my friends is five months pregnant, and she fell while climbing a small ladder and got a ... A: I'm not sure what you mean by "straddle injury." For me that would mean a groin pull, or inner thigh ... | |
| Postnatal exercises | 8/13/2009 |
| Q: I love your book. I have been doing the second program, Knitting Back Together, for weeks and I am ... A: With the exercises that you mention, it depends on your level of core control. For "The Egg," try ... | |
| sleeping on back after 13 weeks | 8/9/2009 |
| Q: I have read that sleeping on the back can impede blood flow to the fetus. If I happen to be ... A: The question of lying, sleeping, and exercising on the back has been studied and in all instances, ... | |
| Firm, rounded belly post pregnancy-twins | 7/31/2009 |
| Q: I had twins 13 months ago. I was very fit before/during pregnancy (taught-practiced yoga through 6 ... A: Yeah, being asked when the baby is due when you're not pregnant is the worst, especially when you ... | |
| Mild pain | 7/28/2009 |
| Q: I'm 27 and I had my baby girl on 6-02-09 by c-section. Now i fell mild pain at abdomen when am ... A: Many women experience tenderness in the lower abdomen for several months after a C, and since your ... | |
| vagina afterf pregnancy | 7/25/2009 |
| Q: This might sound weird but I gave birth to a 8lb 9oz baby about a year ago. I also had to have ... A: Labial tears are possible during delivery. And if you had one, most likely your OBGYN would have ... | |
| Specific Exercises? | 7/24/2009 |
| Q: My fiance and I have been trying to conceive for about 7 months now, i am not very active but do get ... A: There are no specific exercises to help you conceive. If you do not get pregnant by the end of one ... | |
| Post pregnancy stomach | 7/21/2009 |
| Q: 3 year daughter and 7 month old B/G twins - love all 3! Very depressed about post pregnancy pooch. ... A: Twins stretch out the abs much more than a singleton and it takes longer to rebuild strength and ... | |
| muscle spasms in back | 7/14/2009 |
| Q: ice, and a heating pad i really haven't tried anything as far as Tylenol or anything because i don't ... A: Because of the alignment changes of pregnancy, mid back pain/rib cage pain is common. As the belly ... | |
| what are unsafe exercises if TTC? | 7/14/2009 |
| Q: We have been Trying to Conceive since 3 cycles and I started attending a fairly vigorous yoga class ... A: Since you're not pregnant yet, you do not need to modify your exercise routine. After you become ... | |
| belly shaping after pregnancy | 7/13/2009 |
| Q: Growing up I always saw a lot of women in my culture tighly girdle/wrap their bellies after giving ... A: While postpartum "belly shapers" or modified girdles are sold and used by some, I do not recommend ... | |
| Walking while pregnant | 7/13/2009 |
| Q: I am thirty eight weeks pregnant and am SOOO ready to be a mom. The baby weighs eight pounds already ... A: Walking will provide a lot of health benefits, including increasing circulation, boosting mood, and ... | |
| Postpartum Pain | 6/24/2009 |
| Q: I have a four week old baby. I had to go back to work two weeks after giving birth. I already have ... A: You are experiencing an unusual amount of pain, as well as a variety of symptoms that need to be ... | |
| Post pregnancy pouch | 6/17/2009 |
| Q: i'm 8 months post partum and have lost all my baby weight but not the pouch. am looking into ... A: Both my book, "Exercise After Pregnancy: How to Look and Feel Your Best" and my award winning DVD ... | |
| Future Pregnancy | 6/15/2009 |
| Q: I had lower lumbar surgery 2 1/2 years ago. I would like to have another child but am afraid of any ... A: Sorry, I clicked the wrong button. You can do quite a bit to strengthen your core and build ... | |
| training for 1/2 marathon | 6/15/2009 |
| Q: I am 7 weeks pregnant and 12 weeks away from my 2nd 1/2 marathon. I am concerned that I am behind ... A: If you are in excellent physical condition, then running a half-marathon at 20 weeks gestation might ... | |
| Sore quads/glutes | 6/15/2009 |
| Q: I'm about 6 weeks pregnant and my upper thigh muscles and glutes have started getting really sore ... A: Your symptoms are unusual, and don't seem to be related to exercise. Since your pain is severe ... | |
| face cream during pregnancy | 6/14/2009 |
| Q: I am 8 weeks pregnant and have been using the following skin care products: Estee Lauder Resilience ... A: While topical vitamin A and other Retinols should not be used during pregnancy, you don't need to ... | |
| post csection pain years later | 6/13/2009 |
| Q: I have been coughing quite a bit lately due to an sickness, and am having discomfort where my ... A: Yes, it sounds normal. Some women develop adhesions, or tissue that connects the scar to underlying ... | |
| Divarication of Abdominal muscles 2nd Pregnancy | 6/11/2009 |
| Q: I worked out a lot during my 1st Pregnancy and did a lot of Pilates as well. I had my first child ... A: Most likely, your abs will separate again. For some women, this is how their bodies respond to ... | |
| Exercise after delivery | 6/11/2009 |
| Q: I would like to ask that i had ceasearing delivary three months before so would like to ask can I ... A: Once your scar completely heals, which usually occurs by six weeks post-op, you can start with ... | |
| Burning feet | 6/9/2009 |
| Q: I am a 26 year old stay at home pregnant woman with a strange problem. I am currently 20 weeks ... A: This is a strange one, but my guess is that it might be athletes foot. Wash your feet in warm water ... | |
| Exercise after delivery | 6/8/2009 |
| Q: I would like to ask that i had ceasearing delivary three months before so would like to ask can I ... A: YES! Swimming can be resumed once your lochia (postpartum bleeding) and your "C" scar have ... | |
| Pregnancy and Rides | 6/5/2009 |
| Q: I'm 22 and 12 weeks pregnant;I wanted to know if it was ok to get on roller coasters or any other ... A: Generally, most amusement park rides jostle and bounce the body around quite a bit, and are not ... | |
| Workouts | 5/26/2009 |
| Q: I had just started a fitness routine a few weeks before I got pregnant and got the ok from my Ob/Gyn ... A: Great for you for starting your pregnancy with fitness activities as an integral part of your weekly ... | |
| Pelvic pain and pregnancy | 5/24/2009 |
| Q: In one of you're answers to a question about pelvic pain during pregnancy you stated "Don't sit with ... A: Great question. There is a lot of conflicting information about these types of positions, both in ... | |
| devirefication of the recti abdominus muscle | 5/19/2009 |
| Q: i recently had twins and as of that i was told that i had devirefication of my recti abdominal ... A: You've got several different issues going on here. Most Dr.s want to repair an umbilical hernia ... | |
| Not gaining weight, want to excercise | 5/18/2009 |
| Q: I am almost 5 months pregnant and I have gained 1 pound. I had really bad morning sickness and so I ... A: Speak to your OBGYN about getting a referral to a nutritionist who specializes in pregnancy. You ... | |
| Abdominal Pain during Riding | 5/15/2009 |
| Q: I have been riding horses my since I was 5 years old, I am 23 years old and am 29 weeks pregnant. ... A: Many believe that horse-back riding should be discontinued in the last half of pregnancy, even for ... | |
| Diastasis recti | 5/15/2009 |
| Q: I have cerclage and was in bedrest for most part of my pregnancy. I have divarification of recti but ... A: It's very unusual to experience pain when contracting the Transverse Abdominis. It's possible that ... | |
| Excercise during pregnancy while spotting | 5/5/2009 |
| Q: I'm 18 weeks pregnant with a mono/di twin pregnancy. I've been experiencing (initially bleeding and ... A: All twin pregnancies are considered higher risk. Because you've been spotting too, you should ... | |
| exercise | 5/4/2009 |
| Q: I am 23 weeks and have gained over 15 lbs ok no lets be honest like 20lbs and I know that is A LOT. ... A: I agree that you should be concerned about the pace of your weight gain in this pregnancy. Gaining ... | |
| Diastasis recti | 5/4/2009 |
| Q: I have cerclage and was in bedrest for most part of my pregnancy. I have divarification of recti but ... A: Because of your extended time on bed rest, you've lost more strength then most new mothers. If you ... | |
| breathing techniques | 4/30/2009 |
| Q: I have a 3-finger-width diastasis after pregnancy. In your website, you stated that people with ... A: I think we need to get our terminology sorted out and have an anatomy overview first. For me, ... | |
| horseback riding in pregnancy | 4/29/2009 |
| Q: I know it is a high impact sport, considered not so safe in pregnancy. The question is if the ... A: Both. The primary concern is the amount of repetitive torso jostling and spinal impact. While ... | |
| pain | 4/22/2009 |
| Q: i just have a baby months ago and i don't know what 2 call it if it my pubic bone,or pelvic it like ... A: Yes, make an appointment with your OBGYN as this level of pain is unusual. You might be ... | |
| Rib-closure exercises | 4/20/2009 |
| Q: You've helped me in the past--thank you very much for your time. Have anotherYou mention on your ... A: Rib Closure Exercise for Postpartum Women: Sit tall on the edge of a hard chair, or sturdy coffee ... | |
| Postnatal exercise | 4/20/2009 |
| Q: How long does it take to see the results after doing the Bounce back post natal core conditioning? ... A: Many women see results: the belly getting smaller, firmer and flatter, after just a few workouts. ... | |
| light pink spotting after exercise 16 weeks of c-section | 4/15/2009 |
| Q: what could cause light pink spotting, pain by ovaries, and clear discharge after walking 1 mile 16 ... A: At 16 weeks post C-Section, your body has healed from the surgery. I don't think that pink spotting, ... | |
| muscle spasm. | 4/15/2009 |
| Q: I being having really bad pubic bone pain, and now am in my 34 week of pregnancy but the most weird ... A: Pubic pain is a common complaint in the latter stages of pregnancy and postpartum period. Normally, ... | |
| pouchy tummy | 4/7/2009 |
| Q: I had my son by c-section in September. My tummy went down quite quickly, but I have noticed that ... A: While most postpartum abdominal reconditioning and core exercises are done prone (on the back) there ... | |
| Diastasis | 4/7/2009 |
| Q: I have just read the response to your diastasis question 2/3/2009 and found it very useful. I too ... A: Colic babies do better when they are held a lot. So you are on the right track there. Consider doing ... | |
| Diastasis | 4/5/2009 |
| Q: I have just read the response to your diastasis question 2/3/2009 and found it very useful. I too ... A: Your pelvic pain might be related to ligament laxity. Normally the joints of the pelvis, the pubic ... | |
| working out/ miscarraige | 4/3/2009 |
| Q: I have read (on Wikipedia) that exercise may be known to be a link for miscarriage. I used to work ... A: To date, there has been only one study that has found a correlation between exercise and miscarriage ... | |
| round stomach | 4/1/2009 |
| Q: This is my third child. I had gall bladder surgery two years ago. I'm 6 months pregnant and my ... A: At your next OBGYN appointment, the doctor will measure you abdomen. Ask her if you are just ... | |
| Diastasis | 3/31/2009 |
| Q: I have just read the response to your diastasis question 2/3/2009 and found it very useful. I too ... A: A two finger-width separation of the mid line at 8 weeks postpartum is normal, and is not wide ... | |
| Exercise | 3/31/2009 |
| Q: I recently had miscarriage at 6 weeks and decided it was time to get in shape as maybe that would ... A: Generally, the healthier that you are, the healthier that your baby will be. Since you have been ... | |
| low lying placenta | 3/29/2009 |
| Q: I'm 21 weeks now and i have recently found out that i have a low lying placenta. In the military ... A: A low lying placenta puts you into a higher risk category. Please consult with an OBGYN right away ... | |
| Post partum exercise for diverification of rectus muscles | 3/26/2009 |
| Q: I have been told I have diverification of the rectus muscles after a twin pregnancy, I am 6 months ... A: Most new moms with twins have at least some separation of the Rectus Abdominis (the "six-pack"). ... | |
| After birth problems | 3/25/2009 |
| Q: Goodevening Mrs Helene, I gave birth 9 months ago, yet i feel that my lower abdomen muscles are too ... A: It sounds like you might be dealing with either dietary/digestive problems and/or might have a ... | |
| Excercise after C Section | 3/24/2009 |
| Q: I had a c section almost 2 years ago. Recently I started ab exercises; the area near my incision ... A: Scar tissue is very strong, so there is no chance that after 2 years that you will injure the area. ... | |
| Very active - still need extra exercise? | 3/22/2009 |
| Q: I am 14 weeks pregnant. i work as a veterinary technician and am on my feet about 8 hours a day M-Th ... A: Fatigue is a common first trimester complaint. Many women feel more energetic in the second ... | |
| Infertility- Scar tissue/running/cholmid | 3/22/2009 |
| Q: I have a seven-year-old that was delivered via c-section. My husband and I have been trying to ... A: Running does not have a negative effect on fertility unless your are also consistently grossly ... | |
| Pilates | 3/20/2009 |
| Q: I had a subchorionic bleeding at 8 weeks that lasted for a day. The doctor told me to be on pelvic ... A: I have not read any studies regarding the safety of exercise and subchorionic bleeding/hematoma. You ... | |
| abdominal separation and belly button | 3/18/2009 |
| Q: I bought your Bounce Back Fast DVD a year ago but I am just starting to do the exercises now. I have ... A: The umbilical stalk gets stretched in pregnancy too, and most of us end up with a different shaped ... | |
| exercise during pregnacy | 3/15/2009 |
| Q: What are some safe exercises to do while 26 weeks? A: If you've been fairly inactive you can start fitness walking. Aim for thirty minutes at a moderate ... | |
| Lifting heavy objects at work | 3/12/2009 |
| Q: I am 4 months pregnant and i have had my job for almost 2 years. I love it and it pays really well ... A: While I am not an expert on maternity issues in the workplace, I do know once your belly "gets in ... | |
| Abdominal Separation | 3/9/2009 |
| Q: It's been almost 1 year since the birth of my son and I'm just realizing that I have abdominal ... A: Since you are one year post-pregnancy, your connective tissues have regained mots, if not all, of ... | |
| strenght training to lose weight | 3/9/2009 |
| Q: I m tryhing to lose my weight so learning about the strenght training.I have never done this ... A: The best exercise regime for weight loss is a combination of cardiovascular exercise, which burns ... | |
| postpartum jogging | 3/7/2009 |
| Q: I was a regular runner while i was pregnant and continued to run up through my 7th month. I am now ... A: As an avid aerobic exerciser, I can definitely relate to your need to get your heart pumping again. ... | |
| reg;postnatal backpain and pelvic pain | 3/5/2009 |
| Q: I have 6months old baby and i am having backpain and pain in the buttocks.specially very sore in the ... A: The type of pain you describe, intense and in the buttucks, can be a sign of a pinched nerve. The ... | |
| belly lacing | 3/4/2009 |
| Q: I just bought your book and DVD and I am trying to learn your positions and work outs. Anyway, your ... A: Great question. For clarity and consistency, I cue "right" side in the book. The left side was ... | |
| risk of pegancy with considration of BLOOD test | 2/28/2009 |
| Q: With respectfully if a female of 19yo in her blood test of CMV IgG 32 and CMV IgM less than 8 get ... A: Sorry to take so long to answer your question. There was a technical glitch with your page which did ... | |
| Post Partum Weight | 2/26/2009 |
| Q: I am 7 months post partum with my third child. I got pregnant with my first child in January 2004. I ... A: You have two separate issues here. Weight loss and postpartum reconditioning of your abdominal wall. ... | |
| core conditioning | 2/25/2009 |
| Q: I had my 2nd baby 2 years ago via c-section. I have been in and out of physical therapy due to back ... A: Lots of women end up "still pregnant looking" with an overly round protruding abdomen. It is a ... | |
| MY weight loss plan | 2/23/2009 |
| Q: i would like to discuss with u my personal weight loss plan that i have created by myself after ... A: Working out on an empty stomach, first thing in the morning, is not a good idea. Eat a healthy ... | |
| MY weight loss plan | 2/21/2009 |
| Q: i would like to discuss with u my personal weight loss plan that i have created by myself after ... A: Your plan sounds ambitious, possibly overly so. You're on the right track in regards to aerobic ... | |
| Should I workout? | 2/20/2009 |
| Q: I am now 3 weeks pregnant. I've never been really big on exersise, but I am in the Army and dont ... A: You can start an easy to moderate exercise program that will provide significant health benefits to ... | |
| abdominal separation | 2/19/2009 |
| Q: ! Im 27 years old and Iv had 2 boys youngest is 3 yrs old. My ? is...I was told by a sport ... A: Sometimes a hernia can become a serious problem if a piece of tissue gets stuck in the whole. When ... | |
| i have a problem with my c-section | 2/19/2009 |
| Q: I had a c-section on September 11, 2008 and I still look 4 months pregnant, could there be anything ... A: It sounds like you are dealing with two different problems. Lots of women end up "4 months pregnant ... | |
| abdominal separation | 2/18/2009 |
| Q: ! Im 27 years old and Iv had 2 boys youngest is 3 yrs old. My ? is...I was told by a sport ... A: A two-finger width separation is not wide enough to be considered a diastasis by most perinatal ... | |
| Running at 26 weeks | 2/18/2009 |
| Q: I am 26 weeks and 4 days pregnant and I've enjoy running for the past 13 years, still do. My husband ... A: Since you are well acclimated to running both before and during your pregnancy you are not putting ... | |
| Prenatal vitamins | 2/12/2009 |
| Q: My doctor thinks I need to start taking prenatal vitamins since I am “of child bearing age” I don’t ... A: Use of prenatal vitamins does not have any effect on getting or preventing pregnancy. Most likely ... | |
| Divarication of recti | 2/12/2009 |
| Q: I recently underwent surgery to correct a pronounced divarication (and hernia). My consultant had ... A: After you have fully recovered from your hernia surgery, you can start with gentle postpartum ... | |
| CLosed diastasis to 2 fingers. Ok to resume pilates and yoga? | 2/11/2009 |
| Q: after having my baby last March, I started with your DVD and book. I was feeling strong, and then ... A: It has been generally believed that once a woman's connective tissues have regained its former ... | |
| post partum pain | 2/10/2009 |
| Q: I am about 2 months post partum. I delivered my 3rd baby vaginally & was a very easy delivery 5 hr ... A: Your level of postpartum abdominal pain is a little unusual and may be muscular, or it could be ... | |
| Swimming during pregnancy | 2/9/2009 |
| Q: I would like to go back to swimming on a regular basis at my gym, but I am 4 weeks pregnant and my ... A: Generally swimming, as well as water aerobic classes, are terrific forms of prenatal fitness. But I ... | |
| How to loose weight | 2/8/2009 |
| Q: I want to ask you few questions about weight loss.I have delivered my baby 4 months back via ... A: Basal metabolism is the amount of energy that your body uses to perform basic life functions, what ... | |
| Heart rate when pregnant | 2/7/2009 |
| Q: Before I was pregnant I worked out 6 days a week. I ran about 50 miles a week and did weight ... A: While a HR of 180 - 200 BPM is very high, since you can carry on a normal conversation, this most ... | |
| How to loose weight | 2/7/2009 |
| Q: I want to ask you few questions about weight loss.I have delivered my baby 4 months back via ... A: All good questions. Sorry that I wasn't more clear. Basal metabolism is the amount of calories that ... | |
| How to loose weight | 2/4/2009 |
| Q: I want to ask you few questions about weight loss.I have delivered my baby 4 months back via ... A: When weight loss is very quick, a majority of the initial weight comes from fluids, not fat. After ... | |
| exercise during pregnancy | 2/4/2009 |
| Q: I have been exercising for the past eight months on a regular basis. I'm in the gym 4-5 times a week ... A: Generally, fit healthy women who have normal (low risk) pregnancies can continue with their regular ... | |
| Diastasis Recti | 2/3/2009 |
| Q: i'm back to my pre-pregnancy weight and 'm 8 months post partum and still have a ridge down my ... A: For the lower abs, you should be doing my "Belly Scooping" technique and all of the exercises that ... | |
| CLosed diastasis to 2 fingers. Ok to resume pilates and yoga? | 2/3/2009 |
| Q: after having my baby last March, I started with your DVD and book. I was feeling strong, and then ... A: The goal of diastasis rehab is to close the gap to 2 fingers widths or less, so congrats, you've ... | |
| abdominal seperation | 1/30/2009 |
| Q: I am 4 months pp and when I check for abdominal seperation it appears I only have a 1-1.5 finger ... A: A 1-1.5 finger width is totally normal and you do not have to worry about abdominal separation. Most ... | |
| Exercising | 1/28/2009 |
| Q: Is it safe to exercise while pregnant? Treadmill and lift lite weights? I heard you should make sure ... A: In 2002, ACOG, the American College of Obstetricians and Gynecologists, lifted the advisory that ... | |
| diastasis, future pregnancies, and splinting | 1/26/2009 |
| Q: My OB/GYN recently confirmed that I have about a 3-finger-wide diastasis 10 months after birth, and ... A: Great questions, and thanks for asking, as a lot of other moms are confused about these issues too. ... | |
| shoulder weight because of carrying my baby. | 1/26/2009 |
| Q: my baby is 1 yr old. i have developed pain in my shoulders and my lower back because of carrying him ... A: Your baby is getting heavier by the day, so your problems will continue to worsen unless you take ... | |
| Weight Loss after pregnancy | 1/22/2009 |
| Q: I have delivered my 2nd baby. I was 55Kg before start of pregnancy and move to 74Kg at the time of ... A: At your post surgical follow up visit, your OBGYN will clear you for exercise if you are healing at ... | |
| follow up to diastisis question... | 1/20/2009 |
| Q: I have a 2 finger gap in the upper abdomen, but it is about 3 finger gap around the navel. As a ... A: Transverse Abdominis isolations, and all of the exercises that utilize "belly scooping" in the ... | |
| pilates during pregnancy | 1/17/2009 |
| Q: I have a question. Is it ok for women to do pilates, on a mat or reformer, while pregnant? Does it ... A: Pilates is an excellent form of physical conditioning, but it certainly was not designed with ... | |
| csection and exercise | 1/16/2009 |
| Q: How long after a c-section do I have to wait before I can resume exercise? A: You can, and should start walking, with your baby in a stroller as soon as you feel up to it. For ... | |
| post-partum abdominal exercises | 1/16/2009 |
| Q: I am now 11 months post partum and found out I have diastases - that separation of the abdominal ... A: You don't say how wide your separation is, but the goal of rehab for the condition is to get the gap ... | |
| abdominal rectus separation after 2nd pregnancy | 1/14/2009 |
| Q: I had a c-section on 4th of june to my second child.During my pregnancy ı gained 13 kg but ... A: The good news is that a 2.5 finger width separation is considered borderline for a diagnosis of ... | |
| whats wrong with me? | 1/14/2009 |
| Q: ok I gave birth to a beautiful baby boy on sep, 09 ,2008 over 4 months ago now, and I am still ... A: Your pain might be due to digestive problems or physical strain. Discuss you symptoms with your ... | |
| Excersises to help SPD | 1/13/2009 |
| Q: I am currently 30 weeks pregnant and just recently got diagnosed with SPD. A pelvic malfunction that ... A: To reduce stress on your pelvic ligaments, make sure that you have the best posture possible. When ... | |
| transverse abdominis | 1/12/2009 |
| Q: Happy New Year! I absolutely LOVE your book and DVD. I am going to tell other mothers and my ... A: Wow, great questions! Imagine that you could view that abdomen from above, and you're looking at an ... | |
| 23 weeks pregnant and weight lifting | 1/11/2009 |
| Q: I am 23 weeks along with my first pregnancy, 31 years of age. My pregnancy is very healthy. Never ... A: At 20 weeks gestation the placenta stops growing, so it's functional capacity is now set. Therefore ... | |
| exercise to change baby position | 1/11/2009 |
| Q: I am currently 31 Weeks pregnant. My little girl is laying transverse with her head on my left side ... A: You will see theories about prenatal exercise to change that baby's position, but most are anecdotal ... | |
| fitness | 1/10/2009 |
| Q: I just had my first child on Dec 30 by emergency c-section (his head was too big to drop enough) I ... A: Since you are less than six weeks post-C, there are activities that you should avoid, as well as ... | |
| Training | 12/20/2008 |
| Q: Some internet sites say that if you lose too much weight during a pregnancy, particularly if you are ... A: Weight loss during pregnancy should only be attempted by obese women. To optimize both maternal and ... | |
| Abdominal Separation | 12/9/2008 |
| Q: i saw this thread: ... A: My exercises will train your abdominal wall to function properly, particularly your deepest muscle, ... | |
| Walking after a C-Section | 12/8/2008 |
| Q: I just had my third child and my first c-section a week ago. I know I am not supposed to go up and ... A: Start walking at a moderate speed, no incline, for 20 minutes, or less if you fatigue earlier. Wait ... | |
| midline stretching | 12/6/2008 |
| Q: Helene, I notice a gap in my abs muscles after my pregnancy. My baby is 7 months old now. I know I ... A: Since your gap closes during a crunch, this tells me that your muscles are functioning correctly (at ... | |
| yoga | 12/3/2008 |
| Q: I am currently 5wks pregnant. I've been taking a hot yoga class and I really enjoy it. Is it safe to ... A: An increase of maternal core temperature (especially fever) has been shown to cause birth defects. ... | |
| How much is too much? | 12/1/2008 |
| Q: I am a dance instructor I was wondering how much of this activity is o for me being 10 weeks ... A: Reaching above your head is fine. What's not recommended is heavy weight lifting, like an overhead ... | |
| pelvic tilt or neutral spine | 12/1/2008 |
| Q: Helene. In your website, you always stress how important it is to do exercises in neutral spine ... A: Wow, best questions ever! Neutral spine and Hollow Pelvic Tilt are completely different and have ... | |
| correcting diastasis without surgery | 11/28/2008 |
| Q: I am 5 feet 100 pounds. My youngest is 20 months. I was told by a plastic surgeon that I have ... A: Most likely, at 20 months pp, the width of your mid line connective tissue will not change very ... | |
| Pregnancy Activity | 11/25/2008 |
| Q: I am a 21 y/o woman. Very fit and athletic a totally flat stomach. I had always done a good amount ... A: You can safely maintain your athletic lifestyle for the first half of pregnancy with some ... | |
| diastasis | 11/25/2008 |
| Q: Helene! After my 2nd pregnancy, I developed diastasis recti about 4 finger width. I followed the ... A: As you slowly lower your body, your muscle are dynamically stretching, or ecentrically contracting. ... | |
| vaginal discomfort during my pregnancy | 11/22/2008 |
| Q: I just stared a new job in which i have to walk at least 15 blocks every day . it has been two days ... A: I don't think that walking 15 blocks is excessive, or that it is related to the vaginal discomfort ... | |
| Post partum weight | 11/21/2008 |
| Q: Just one month back i have given birth to my daughter..so uncommon but so true that i gained around ... A: I think that your plan of eating healthy, in the right amount for your body's metabolism is a great ... | |
| prenatal exercise | 11/20/2008 |
| Q: I have diastasis recti from my first pregnancy when I had a c-section 10 months ago. I am now 2 ... A: Yes, there are steps you can take to either prevent, or lessen, the severity of diastasis in ... | |
| what is wrong? | 11/18/2008 |
| Q: I had baby 7 1/2 weeks ago never had a period since, however I think I had thought Friday night I ... A: Yes! Your bleeding at 7 1/2 weeks is lochia, or the normal bleeding after childbirth. Sometimes ... | |
| Abdominal Separation??? | 11/18/2008 |
| Q: I just delivered my second baby in June (9 lbs 10 oz my first was 8 lbs 11 oz)and I have noticed ... A: Go back to your OBGYN and get a diagnosis regarding both an umbilical hernia or a diastasis ... | |
| postpartum weight loss | 11/17/2008 |
| Q: I weighed around 105 before getting pregnant and gained 40 lbs during my pregnancy. I exercised and ... A: It's common for women to have their weights plateau after the initial postpartum period. When you ... | |
| Pain in Groin Area | 11/15/2008 |
| Q: I had a baby via c-section 7.5 months ago. I had some pain on the left side of my groin area when I ... A: Groin pain is most often caused by either pelvic instability or muscular strain. I suggest that you ... | |
| "Small Placenta" | 11/2/2008 |
| Q: I'm 35 yrs old & almost 12 weeks along. I just had an ultrasound yesterday where I was told the ... A: You should not do any type of exercise, especially those that raise HR. The placenta is a ... | |
| Seperation of stomach muscles. | 10/31/2008 |
| Q: After having my second child, I was diagnosed with a ventral hernia that was caused by a separation ... A: You may not be able to fully prevent diastasis from happening again, but you certainly can do ... | |
| Question regarding postpartum fitness & exercise | 10/25/2008 |
| Q: Byrne, I've been reading your feedback on pre/post-partum fitness and exercise and wanted to get ... A: Because you have a torn disc, you should get a referral to a top-notch specialist, either a PT or ... | |
| Vaginal expansion | 10/23/2008 |
| Q: I am a female 23 years old. I had a cecearian baby 6 months ago. My husband now feels that my ... A: It's possible that your pelvic floor muscles have lengthen a little bit, due to the pressure that ... | |
| uterus problem | 10/16/2008 |
| Q: i am 7months mother.After pregnancy some flesh like object has come out and now it is lying in the ... A: I sounds as if you might be dealing with either uterine or bladder prolapse. Sometimes, as a ... | |
| gained a lot of weight | 10/13/2008 |
| Q: this is my first pregnancy and according to ultrasound i am almost 37 weeks, at eight weeks (when i ... A: Gaining almost 60 pounds in pregnancy, while not unusual in society today, is certainly not ideal. ... | |
| Fitness and Labor | 10/13/2008 |
| Q: I'm 30 years old and 4 months pregnant with my second child. My first pregnancy went great, except ... A: Very fit, athletic women, tend to have shorter first and second stage labors, but it is not a hard ... | |
| lower abdominal pains | 10/12/2008 |
| Q: A: You might be experiencing pelvic instability. During pregnancy, your body makes hormones that ... | |
| Postpartum Weight-Loss (hips) | 10/12/2008 |
| Q: Before I got pregnant with my second child I was wearing a size 5 in jeans. Now however, my hips ... A: The best way to lose weight after pregnancy is through a combination of improved diet and regular ... | |
| Exercise and TTC | 10/10/2008 |
| Q: I am a 29 year old group exercise instructor which I do for a living. I teach between 18-20 classes ... A: You're super fit!!! Congratulations, when you do become pregnant, you'll be able to maintain your ... | |
| pregnancy and 1/2 marathon | 10/1/2008 |
| Q: Over the past 3 1/2 months I have been running consistently about 4-6.4 miles, 5-6 days per week. I ... A: Generally, healthy women can maintain their fitness levels, both in time and intensity, in the first ... | |
| water exercise | 10/1/2008 |
| Q: i teach a prenatal water exercise class. my moms have expressed concern about exercising ... A: You've brought up an interesting point that I have not heard discussed during pre/post natal fitness ... | |
| sleeping positions | 9/29/2008 |
| Q: is sleeping on your stomach can effect ur baby in the 1st two months?? A: There are a lot of myths surrounding sleeping positions during pregnancy. In the first trimester, ... | |
| After delivering baby #3. | 9/28/2008 |
| Q: i just had ababy about 3 1/2 weeks ago. and i did have a hard pregnacy. my questions are these... i ... A: As long as your postpartum bleeding does not increase, then fitness walking will be healthy. Walking ... | |
| What happens when I workout during pregnancy. | 9/27/2008 |
| Q: Before getting pregnant, I was running up to 6 miles, working out heavily, and weight training. Now ... A: ACOG did lift 140 BPM restriction, back in 2002! And certainly because of your high level of ... | |
| abdominal | 9/25/2008 |
| Q: what type of exercise can you do for your abdominals during pregnancy? ANSWER: How many weeks along ... A: Start learning some core exercises, either in a Pilates class, with DVD's or a private trainer. ... | |
| running and pregnancy | 9/23/2008 |
| Q: I am currently 5 months pregnant (42 yrs old) and have been running regularly since January of this ... A: In 2002, ACOG, the American College of Obstetricians and Gynecologists revised their restrictions on ... | |
| Exercise before getting pregnant | 9/23/2008 |
| Q: I am 26 yrs old and weigh 143 lbs (down from 150, simply by switching to skim milk and cutting down ... A: For women who work full time at desk jobs, the big hurdle for getting fit and then staying fit ... | |
| postpartum body | 9/23/2008 |
| Q: i had a c-section 2 months ago. how long will it take for my belly to get back to its normal? is it ... A: While your uterus will shrink back down to almost its pre-pregnancy size naturally, your abdominal ... | |
| Abdominal separation | 9/19/2008 |
| Q: I am in a similar position to Shannon who posted you a question on 2/21/2008 (2nd child/6mths 3wks ... A: I have had women close their mid line gap after 6 mos postpartum, but it is easier to do if you ... | |
| belly bulge | 9/17/2008 |
| Q: I am planning on becoming pregnant again after my 1st turns a year old. I will most likely be having ... A: Toning up before, then staying fit throughout your next pregnancy will offer you and your baby ... | |
| Prenatal exercise | 9/17/2008 |
| Q: I am 29 year female in the 22nd week of my first pregnancy. I get frequent cramps in my legs. I am ... A: Since you are experiencing frequent leg cramps, you should have a medical evaluation to rule out any ... | |
| starting a routine | 9/16/2008 |
| Q: I am 29 years old and healthy, but not physically fit. I would rate myself as slightly overweight. ... A: Congratulations on having the motivation to start exercising! Both you and your developing baby will ... | |
| backache | 9/13/2008 |
| Q: Am 27 yrs gave birth through c-section....four mnths later i now have this severe backache (third ... A: First, get an evaluation from an MD to rule out any medical problem that might be causing your pain. ... | |
| Post natal exercises | 9/12/2008 |
| Q: I delivered a baby 8 months back and gained 30lbs in the bargain.I am unable to reduce my waistline ... A: First, get a copy of my award winning DVD, "Bounce Back Fast! Post Natal Core Conditioning" from ... | |
| Pelvic /vaginal distarge | 9/12/2008 |
| Q: My pelvic bone is really hurting lately I was wondering why and does it mean I will go into labor ... A: Pelvic bone pain is common in the last trimester and early postpartum period. It's due to the ... | |
| exercise for c-section lump | 9/11/2008 |
| Q: I have just had my third c-section on July 30, and with each I have had a lump...the way the tummy ... A: This is a common post "C" problem. For most women, the overhang will slowly decrease with time. You ... | |
| First Trimester | 9/10/2008 |
| Q: I just found out that I'm 6 weeks pregnant and already have plans to go to a theme park. Is riding ... A: Roller coasters are not advisable during pregnancy. Nor are any of the extreme water slides. These ... | |
| post natal use of lateral thigh trainer | 9/8/2008 |
| Q: My daugher is now 13 wks old and I have been walking since aboout 2wks, cycling for a few weeks now ... A: Congratulations on keeping fit during your pregnancy. One of the many benefits is bouncing back ... | |
| Lifting weights above the head and stretching | 9/6/2008 |
| Q: I am going into my 7th month of pregnancy. Prior to pregnancy, I was moderately active averaging 3 ... A: For those not acclimated to weight training, lifting weights above the head during pregnancy can ... | |
| Can i still do cardio? | 9/2/2008 |
| Q: I am in the process of ttc infact i am waiting to take a test within the next week. My concern is i ... A: Generally, women can continue their regular workouts, at whatever intensity level that they are used ... | |
| workout | 9/2/2008 |
| Q: I'm week 10, did not workout before, Is it safe to start now? Also for running/walking what heart ... A: The good news is that there is not a correlation between moderate exercise and miscarriage. The ... | |
| 3rd Pregnancy | 8/31/2008 |
| Q: I'm about 27weeks with my 3rd child. I'm not exactly sure where or who or whatnot to ask for help. ... A: Pubic symphasis pain is felt right on the bone, and certainly can make walking difficult. Round ... | |
| early pregnancy exercise and diet | 8/31/2008 |
| Q: I am approximately 6 weeks pregnant. I am an avid exerciser, especially a runner. I took chlomid ... A: As to your clomid use, that is outside of my area of expertise. You should discuss any concerns that ... | |
| training during "waiting period" for miscarriage | 8/30/2008 |
| Q: My doctors think after 2 sonograms that I am going to miscarry. They saw only a sac with no fetal ... A: Exercise is not related to whether or not you will miscarry your pregnancy. While you are in this ... | |
| Cerclage and exercise | 8/25/2008 |
| Q: I have always been an avid fitness fan many years before I got married and got pregnant. I was doing ... A: Some think that gentle stretching in bed, (lower back, hamstrings, chest and shoulders) along with ... | |
| Exercise | 8/21/2008 |
| Q: I am first time mommie but I am deemed overweight. I actually found a workout DVD that I actually ... A: It takes 20 minutes of continuous moderate level aerobic activity for the body to burn through a ... | |
| post prgnancy running | 8/13/2008 |
| Q: I am asking about someone who has had two children who would like to run a half marathon.Are there ... A: During the initial postpartum period, when the ligaments are still soft and long (due to pregnancy ... | |
| FLATTEN TAILB.AFTER GIVEN 2 BIRTHS | 8/10/2008 |
| Q: IS IT POSSIBLE FOR THE TAILBONE TO BE INJURED FROM SEX WITH A WELL ENDOWED NEW SPOUSE. A: The tail bone does flatten out during a vaginal delivery. Some women even experience a tail bone ... | |
| water breaking | 8/10/2008 |
| Q: my daughter is delivering her baby with out medical help.her water broke 30 hours ago, are her or ... A: While this is outside of my area of expertise, I do know that the longer between water breaking and ... | |
| Facial Cleaners | 8/10/2008 |
| Q: A: While this is not my area of expertise, I have heard that women should avoid using products that ... | |
| diet & pregnancy | 8/9/2008 |
| Q: I just found out that im pregnant today. I had been dieting and lost a quite a bit of weight but I ... A: During the first trimester of pregnancy, you need an additional 100 calories per day. During the 2nd ... | |
| two in a row! | 8/7/2008 |
| Q: I'm 28 years old, I have two daughters , 6 years old and 7 months old. I've got pregnant of my third ... A: Get a referral from your OBGYN and consult with a registered dietician who can determine your daily ... | |
| lifting & exersize | 8/4/2008 |
| Q: i have been tying 2 walk 30 min a day 2 kep in shape but was wondering what else i can do to keep my ... A: Heavy lifting is not advised during pregnancy as the abdominal wall does not provide adequate ... | |
| heart rate for pregnant morbidly obese female | 8/2/2008 |
| Q: I am a morbidly obese (383 LBs) female who has started going to the gym about8 months ago. I go ... A: You fall into a gray area. Because you've been regularly exercising for the last 8 months, you ... | |
| post natal tummy | 8/2/2008 |
| Q: 8 weeks after giving birth my body and tummy were back to original size and shape (I was ... A: Because your abdomen is firm and round, this tells me that your deepest abdominal muscle, your ... | |
| quad riding | 7/28/2008 |
| Q: well I'm 34 weeks pregnant and due sept 9th. my hubby wants to go heavy duty quad riding in oregon ... A: Any activity that has the risk of falling, collision, or bouncing/jostling/jarring of the body ... | |
| Bikram Yoga during pregnancy | 7/28/2008 |
| Q: I've been practicing Bikram yoga weekly for many years. In the past month I've been going 3 times a ... A: A raise in maternal core temperature is strongly associated with birth defects. That's why pregnant ... | |
| prenatal fitness | 7/26/2008 |
| Q: I am 7 months pregnant with my 3rd child and work with elementary school age kids at our local YMCA. ... A: Make sure that your YMCA kids know that NO MATTER WHAT! that they can't bump into you, or toss a ... | |
| bicycle riding and pregnancy | 7/24/2008 |
| Q: I have been a cyclist for years.....is this safe during pregnancy? A: Cycling during pregnancy is one of those borderline issues. On a physical level, since you are well ... | |
| raise tempature during pregnacy | 7/24/2008 |
| Q: My best friend is 7 mos. Pregnant with first child and she called me about her concern about her ... A: There's a reason why pregnancy is described as "having a bun in the oven." Pregnancy raises maternal ... | |
| Different Pregnancies | 7/22/2008 |
| Q: Greets! My questions is somewhat complicated, sorry it's a bit long but I wanted to be sure I gave ... A: Pre-eclampsia does not cause fat accumulation but it can cause a lot of water weight gain. From you ... | |
| still look pregnant after 8 months | 7/19/2008 |
| Q: My stomach will not go down. I don't expect it to be flat, because I am about 30 lbs overweight. I ... A: Lots of postpartum women have this problem, even skinny ones. What you need to do is first: build ... | |
| Active hobby questions during pregnency | 7/18/2008 |
| Q: I am an active person. I have many active hobbies which I due every few weeks. I'm about 5wks along ... A: Scuba diving is out, period. Karate: no falls, no hits, high kicks into a bag: OK till your tummy ... | |
| mature placenta and exercise. | 7/15/2008 |
| Q: I've recently been told that I have a mature placenta. At 31 weeks, my placenta looked like a 35 ... A: Please consult your OBGYN on this issue. Generally, pregnant women can exercise on what ever level ... | |
| loosing weight whil pregnant | 7/15/2008 |
| Q: I am a few weeks pregnant and ever since i found outg i was pregnant i have been losing weight. Now ... A: In the first trimester, your developing embryo needs very little additional calories for growth. ... | |
| First Trimester and Exercise | 7/13/2008 |
| Q: I am 6wks preg. and in my last u/s there was a small, 5mm area in my uterine lining which seems to ... A: Exercise is not advised for all high risk pregnancies. If you uterine lining does not go back to ... | |
| Weight loss after pregnancy | 7/12/2008 |
| Q: I have 10 month old son and during my pregnancy I gained about 10kg of weight. After the childbirth ... A: For a flat abdomen, stop doing crunches! You need to rebuild your abdominal wall from the inside ... | |
| Bulging belly at 5 months post-partum | 7/11/2008 |
| Q: I had my first baby 5 months ago through a c-section. I have managed to regain my pre-pregnancy ... A: First off, no crunches of any type(!) with a bulging belly as these types of exercises will make ... | |
| Lower abdominal pains | 7/4/2008 |
| Q: My wife works in the Hospitality industry with causes her to be on her feet for long periods of ... A: Sharp pain in the lower abdomen that comes and goes is often caused by stretching of the uterine ... | |
| Tread mill | 6/27/2008 |
| Q: whether it is safe to work out in tread mill in 4.5 to 5 km/hr speed in my gym? how long i can ... A: Generally, before 20 weeks gestation you can continue to exercise at whatever level that you body is ... | |
| bending over | 6/6/2008 |
| Q: im 32 weeks today and what to know should i still be bending over? is it ok? or should i not be ... A: When the belly gets really big, bending over becomes cumbersome for everyone. The best way to lift ... | |
| Exercise during pregnancy | 6/4/2008 |
| Q: I am 40yrs old and expecting baby #6. I am 5 weeks pregnant. I have always been an on again, off ... A: Up to 20 weeks gestation, when the placenta stops growing, you can maintain, or even increase, your ... | |
| yoga | 5/30/2008 |
| Q: I am a fit 42 and just found out I am pregnant for the 5th time. I like to do yoga but have heard ... A: Pilates mat work should be OK until you tummy pops out. Make sure that you focus on stability, and ... | |
| fetal heartbeat | 5/29/2008 |
| Q: is a boy or girls heart beat usually faster in the 3rd trimester? is it true over 140 beats a minute ... A: I've never read any studies regarding gender differences in gestational heart beat, so I doubt that ... | |
| Post delivery back pain | 5/27/2008 |
| Q: I have developed lower back pain after 6 months of my delivery. My baby is now 10 months old, but i ... A: You could be dealing with any number of postpartum issues, such as dynamic instability in the lower ... | |
| Rash on c-section scar | 5/22/2008 |
| Q: Ever since giving birth to my son three years ago via c-section I have been plagued with a rash ... A: Because the area stays moist, it's vulnerable to yeast and fungal infections. Most likely you're ... | |
| post 1 year weight loss | 5/20/2008 |
| Q: I am 5 ft 6. I was married 2/05 and weighed 155 pounds. 11/05 I had my first son and after weighed ... A: Since you've been working out, this means that you have built muscle along with having lost fat. So ... | |
| Excercises to ease labour pain | 5/19/2008 |
| Q: I am 18 weeks pregnent and as adviced by my O/B i am workig out 3-5 days a week my work out includes ... A: You can maintain this level of aerobic exercise for about four week or so. As your baby grows and ... | |
| groin pain at 5 weeks | 5/18/2008 |
| Q: I am having pain in my groin area. I am only 5 weeks pregnant. Is it to early for round ligament ... A: Yes, this is early for both round ligament or pelvic instability pain. Sometimes groin pain can be ... | |
| 42 and preg. | 5/15/2008 |
| Q: I just found out 3 days ago that I am indeed preg. Never in my wildest dreams did I ever expect ... A: I am not an expert on the effects that a tummy tuck can, and can not have on a subsequent pregnancy. ... | |
| Running Half Marathon 20 weeks pregnant | 5/15/2008 |
| Q: I am an experienced runner. I ran two marathons last year and maintained my running at a lower ... A: Because you have maintained a very high fitness level before and during this pregnancy, your body is ... | |
| did not wait 6 week postpartum to have sex | 5/13/2008 |
| Q: I had sex almost 1 month after having my baby. I had two stitches after the delivery. I didnt feel ... A: Many women bounce back faster than 6 weeks and are ready to engage in regular physical activities ... | |
| Losing weight after delivery | 5/6/2008 |
| Q: I delivered a stillborn baby 8 weeks ago. I am trying to lose the baby weight and have been doing ... A: First let me offer my deepest condolences for your loss. I know what you're going through. During my ... | |
| excercise heart rate and urine | 5/4/2008 |
| Q: I have two questions. I have been exercising regularly for the last three years. I even competed in ... A: You can continue to exercise at the level to which you are acclimated, until about twenty weeks. ... | |
| pressure | 5/2/2008 |
| Q: what can i do to relieve the pressure i'm having in my lower back/tailbone area while im pregnant? A: Lower back pain and pressure is common in pregnancy. It's caused by either changes in the alignment ... | |
| Vitamin A in Moisturizer During Pregnancy | 4/30/2008 |
| Q: I am using a new moisturizer with a tiny bit of Vitamin A in there. There are all natural ... A: While I have not read any studies regarding this issue, I do know that it is very difficult to ... | |
| 32 weeks pregnant having pelvic problems | 4/26/2008 |
| Q: I am 32 weeks pregnant and experiencing a lot of pain. I was told by my doctor that my pelvic is 1 ... A: From your description, it sounds as if you are experiencing pelvic instability at your sacroiliac ... | |
| Weight gain in first trimester | 4/21/2008 |
| Q: I am 14 weeks pregnent and weight 124 pounds.Before concieving i was 110 pounds (height- 5 feet).I ... A: Fourteen pounds of gain is a lot for the first trimester, but since you've only raised your calorie ... | |
| arms | 4/14/2008 |
| Q: I am about 8 mths pregnant and I have been having alot of problems with both of my arms. It started ... A: When a limb "falls asleep" it is usually caused by compression of blood flow or compression of a ... | |
| Sciatic Nerve Pain during Pregnancy | 4/10/2008 |
| Q: I have been experiencing pain in my left buttock and my hips are aching. Every time i move the wrong ... A: From your description, you could be experiencing several different problems. It's possible that you ... | |
| exercise after c-section | 3/27/2008 |
| Q: how long must I wait to do abdominal exercises after having had a c-section? is it normal to feel a ... A: After a "C" women should wait until their stitches are completely healed before doing any abdominal ... | |
| Fitness/Spa weekend without knowledge of pregnancy | 3/24/2008 |
| Q: Byrne, I did not know that I was about a week pregnant when I had a spa/fitness weekend. I had ... A: I know of no scientific studies that link massage or other forms of bodywork with miscarriage. At ... | |
| Tailbone Injury and Childbirth | 3/21/2008 |
| Q: My husband and I are trying to get pregnant with our second child. Apparently, I injured my tailbone ... A: During birth, the tailbone, or coccyx, gets flattened out as the baby moves through the pelvic ... | |
| getting in shape after baby | 3/20/2008 |
| Q: My third child is now 11 months old the others are almost 3 and 5. I lost all my baby weight after ... A: Because your tummy is still round, this tells me that you deepest abdominal muscle, your Transverse ... | |
| Abdominal Speration and getting pregnant again | 3/18/2008 |
| Q: I have about 2 two finger widths of abdominal separation. My daughter is 8 months old. My stomach ... A: First some good news. A two finger width separation is smallish. Diastasis Recti (abdominal ... | |
| i have heard | 3/18/2008 |
| Q: i have heard that if you don't take a breathing class for when you have your baby then you feel like ... A: Breathing classes are used for self regulation and pain control during labor. You don't feel like ... | |
| pregnancy diet | 3/14/2008 |
| Q: I'm 23 weeks and my blood pressure is 10 points over. Also I'm gaining weight a little too fast(26 ... A: Get a referral to a registered dietician who can help you create an eating plan that meets your ... | |
| Ashtonga during pregnacy | 3/4/2008 |
| Q: I have been practicing Ashtonga for years and before pregnany was learning 3rd series. I have ... A: I don't know why your were not advised to practice during the first trimester, especially since you ... | |
| umbilical cord | 3/4/2008 |
| Q: Do inversions such as hand stands, head stands, back bends - increase the risk of the cord wrapping ... A: I have not read any scientific studies that correlate any yoga poses, or any exercises in general, ... | |
| Pregnancy weight loss | 3/3/2008 |
| Q: I'm almost 22 weeks and my last two doctor's visits I have lost one pound per visit. I eat fruits, ... A: It sounds like you're eating a high quality diet, which is great. Not everyone gains exactly the ... | |
| 8 wks pregnant | 3/2/2008 |
| Q: I would like to know if i can still play softball and to what month should I stop? A: All competitive sports, where there is a risk of collision, or being hit by an object are not ... | |
| Heartrate during a workout | 2/25/2008 |
| Q: I have been working out for a year, step 3x/week for 1/2hr and lifting weights. I am now 8 weeks ... A: The American College of Obstetricians and Gynecologists, ACOG, dropped their recommendation that ... | |
| 37 weeks and Anytime | 2/25/2008 |
| Q: I am 37 weeks almost 38weeks the doctor told me at 36weeks that it would be in the next two weeks. ... A: It's a myth that walking will induce labor. When you body is ready, then labor will start. A bumpy ... | |
| healthy excersize | 2/24/2008 |
| Q: I am about 14 weeks pregnant with my 3rd child. I am 5'5" and 200lbs (the delivery weight I was at ... A: Fitness walking will be the best option for you. Wear a comfortable and supportive fitness shoe. ... | |
| abdominal separation ? | 2/21/2008 |
| Q: I've been trying to track you down because I have questions about abdominal separation after ... A: Sorry for the delay in response. I thought that a answered your follow-up, but must have pushed the ... | |
| Spinning | 2/21/2008 |
| Q: I'm 34 weeks pregnant with my second child. I have continued to exercise throughout my pregnancy ... A: As you enter into the last weeks of your pregnancy, you can continue to exercise, but you should ... | |
| abdominal separation ? | 2/21/2008 |
| Q: I've been trying to track you down because I have questions about abdominal separation after ... A: I've got good news. You can dramatically improve the shape of your abdominal wall by reconditioning ... | |
| working out while pregnant! | 2/20/2008 |
| Q: I have a few questions I would like to ask you if that is ok? First, I recently read that it is not ... A: There are so many myths and misinformation regarding prenatal fitness bouncing around the Internet ... | |
| help | 2/18/2008 |
| Q: I am 21 weeks pregnant with severe pelvis/pubic/groin area pain. It is worst rolling over while ... A: This level of discomfort is not normal. It's possible that you have an unstable pubis joint, have ... | |
| Ab exercises while pregant | 2/11/2008 |
| Q: I am just a few weeks along with my second child. I had to have a c-section with my first. I was ... A: Until you abs pop out, you can do most types of abdominal exercises. But since your abs are weak, ... | |
| multivitamins and pregnancy | 2/8/2008 |
| Q: Is safe to take multivitamins before and during pregnancy because they may cause any overload of ... A: If you are pregnant, or planning to become pregnant, you should take a multivitamin that is ... | |
| Back pain in pregnency | 2/3/2008 |
| Q: I am 5 weeks pregent women ..i am fit not over weight ,,my problem is i feel frquent pain in my ... A: Localized heat to relieve pain for a short period of time is OK. Pregnant women need avoid ... | |
| Back pain in pregnency | 2/1/2008 |
| Q: I am 5 weeks pregent women ..i am fit not over weight ,,my problem is i feel frquent pain in my ... A: Since you are only 5 weeks along, and your uterus is still small and light weight, I doubt whether ... | |
| Squats in pre natal class | 1/27/2008 |
| Q: Would you please let me know if it is safe to perform squats, full and half in the last few weeks of ... A: I doubt that squats would cause placenta previa. But I certainly would not advice squats for someone ... | |
| exercise/running | 1/24/2008 |
| Q: I am a runner and want to start running again as soon as possible. Do I have to wait until after ... A: You've asked a lot of good questions. Since I don't know the specifics of your individual condition, ... | |
| Pregnant Running - Edema | 1/23/2008 |
| Q: I am 26 weeks pregnant and have cut back my regular running routine (20-25 miles/week) to about ... A: I doubt that the swelling that you are experiencing is related to running, especially since you were ... | |
| exercise after pregnancy | 1/16/2008 |
| Q: Do you know if it is always necessary to wait the "typical" 6 weeks after a vaginal delivery to ... A: The advise to wait for six weeks postpartum refers to intense exercise, like jogging or heavy weight ... | |
| Weight loss during pregnacy | 1/14/2008 |
| Q: Before I became pregnant I was extremely overweight approx. 245-250 lbs. at 5'6. At my first ... A: It is currently recommended that very overweight women not gain any weight during pregnancy. Being ... | |
| Pregnent | 1/11/2008 |
| Q: I am 8 weeks pregnent.Is it possible to suck stomach in so that your stomach looks flat and i will ... A: For a in depth description of this exercise go to my web site at: ... | |
| Pregnent | 1/11/2008 |
| Q: I am 8 weeks pregnent.Is it possible to suck stomach in so that your stomach looks flat and i will ... A: If by sucking in your stomach, you mean that you contract your deep abdominal muscle, your ... | |
| jogging during pregnancy | 1/10/2008 |
| Q: I have only jogged about 10 times since I gave birth to my son, who is now 14 months old. I ... A: Since you are not currently acclimated to jogging, I'd suggest that you start back into cardio ... | |
| Weight mainintaing during pregnecy | 1/9/2008 |
| Q: I am married and planning toget concieve now.I am very active i work out on tread mill and do ... A: Congratulations on your high fitness level, both you and your baby will gain tremendous benefits. ... | |
| I Have A Question About Yoga And Pilates | 1/8/2008 |
| Q: I talked to my doctor almost a week ago he said i can do yoga and pilates as long as i take it easy, ... A: If you are less then 20 weeks along, then a regular Pilates or yoga class should be OK. Make sure ... | |
| Weight Loss While Pregnant | 1/3/2008 |
| Q: I am 7 months pregnant and have been overweight since the age of 17. Now that I am pregnant I have ... A: Doctors often recommend that women who are significantly overweight before pregnancy not gain any ... | |
| Rapid heart rate 34 weeks gestation | 12/31/2007 |
| Q: I got really over heated and my heart rate went up to 120 beats per minute and that was after about ... A: At 34 weeks your baby is growing rapidly and demanding more energy from you, both in terms of ... | |
| what can I do? | 12/29/2007 |
| Q: I'm dialated to 3cm and 70% effaced is there anything that I can eat or any types of exercises I can ... A: Your body will go into labor when it is ready. What you eat or if you exercise will not bring on ... | |
| My leg | 12/28/2007 |
| Q: I am 6 weeks Pregnant and I am having sharp pains shooting up and down my left leg, and than my leg ... A: From your description, it sounds as though you are experiencing sciatica, or another type of nerve ... | |
| Muscle Spasm during pregnancy | 11/22/2007 |
| Q: They last about 30 second but its only in the mornings.What can she do to stop these and help with ... A: Muscle spasms can be caused by a variety of problems. Your wife should make sure that she is taking ... | |
| low back pain after delivery. | 11/14/2007 |
| Q: I have 71/2 months son. still i have low back pain. I got epidural to release from labour.I got ... A: Low back pain can be caused by a range of conditions. I recommend that you get a referral to a ... | |
| Prenatal Fitness Class | 11/13/2007 |
| Q: I am 28 years old and have never been very active. Recently I have been sporatically walking and ... A: The good news is that since you are already acclimated to aerobic exercise, you can continue your ... | |
| Pain in pelvic | 11/9/2007 |
| Q: I am 7 months pregnant and been having pain. When I told my docotr they just said its the pressure ... A: Due to the hormones of pregnancy, the body's connective tissues soften and lengthen. This allows the ... | |
| Postpartum exercise - Am I overdoing it? | 10/31/2007 |
| Q: I'm 20 years old and just gave birth to my first child a little over six weeks ago. I didn't ... A: I doubt very much that you had an actual period a five weeks post childbirth, as you would not have ... | |
| Running | 10/29/2007 |
| Q: I have been averaging about 3 miles a day with running for over a year. I took a month off in the ... A: Your fit lifestyle should not be a barrier to conception unless you are at a very low body weight, ... | |
| Cycling | 10/26/2007 |
| Q: I started cycling in may and have continued up until I found out that I was pregnant on Oct. 20. Is ... A: Cycling is a great non-impact aerobic fitness activity and since you are acclimated to that level of ... | |
| prenatal care | 10/23/2007 |
| Q: what shall i do to keep myself fit,to undergo a normal pregnancy.Kindly suggest. A: The short answer is to eat the highest quality diet, in the correct amount for your metabolism, get ... | |
| Subchorionic Hematoma and exercise | 10/19/2007 |
| Q: i have been diagnose with subchrionic hematoma at about 12 weeks with just one bleeding episode at ... A: While no one can say with complete certainty that your juggling act is dangerous or safe, in cases ... | |
| measurements | 10/18/2007 |
| Q: what does it mean if you are 30 weeks pregnant and when the doctor measures your stomach you only ... A: Pregnant bellies naturally vary in size, shape, carrying high, carrying low. Some women carry big, ... | |
| Can u help | 10/17/2007 |
| Q: I am 18 weeks pregnant and ive been having cramps in my lower left side and i was wondering was ... A: Many women experience round ligament pain during pregnancy, and it feels like a sharp pain on either ... | |
| RIding while Pregnant | 10/16/2007 |
| Q: I just yesterday took an ept. and found out I was pregnant. In 1 week I go to Montana for an elk ... A: Since you are an experienced rider, and have very little risk of injury or not being able to control ... | |
| Too Much Exercise & No Ovulation | 10/14/2007 |
| Q: I am 28 years old and have extremely regular periods. I exercise and train heavily (approx 10-13 hrs ... A: Ovulation can stop if a woman's fat stores fall too low, and this can occur through rigorous ... | |
| PreNatal Exercise Class | 10/13/2007 |
| Q: I'm 10 weeks pregnant with my second child (I'm G2P1)and I'm looking for a ... A: You can take a regular style Pilates class until about half way through pregnancy, or until your ... | |
| belly fat | 10/6/2007 |
| Q: What is the best excercise for shrinking your waist and tightening your stomach (abs), which I have ... A: You need to do a combination of core conditioning and aerobic exercise. Postpartum core ... | |
| pregnancy pains | 10/6/2007 |
| Q: Ive been having shapr lower belly pains on my right side for 2 days now and im not to sure what ... A: Sharp pain on one side of the lower abdomen is actually fairly common in the last half of pregnancy. ... | |
| Lower back pain | 10/5/2007 |
| Q: I had c-section 3 months back. I am still having lower back pain and heel pain. I had gained 20 kg ... A: Fitness walking on a treadmill is a great way for a new mom to burn fat as fuel and slim down after ... | |
| no period in 8 months? | 10/4/2007 |
| Q: i have never used any thing like this before but here goes! i am 15 years old and a virgin so i cant ... A: If you had regular menstrual cycles before you periods stopped then you should see a doctor, ... | |
| Weight Gain - Post | 10/4/2007 |
| Q: Will you entertain a question about the possible reason why some women do not have issues returning ... A: Genetics certainly plays a big role in how much weight a women will gain during pregnancy, and ... | |
| Tennis in early pregnancy | 10/3/2007 |
| Q: I am 33 and just found out that I am pregnant (about 5 weeks). I am an avid tennis player usually ... A: Just in the last few weeks, a large published study in Europe found that women who did a lot of ... | |
| Being pregnant in your tubes. | 10/2/2007 |
| Q: What are the symptoms the you have when you have had your tubes tied and you are pregnant in the ... A: In very rare instances a tubal pregnancy can occur after you've had a tubal ligation, or your tubes ... | |
| Back Issues | 9/30/2007 |
| Q: Helene. I'm almost eight weeks and would like some safe exercises and types of stretches for my ... A: Mid back pain is common during and after pregnancy. Most often it is a result of poor posture, when ... | |
| Lower back probblem | 9/27/2007 |
| Q: I have a weak lower back and have been taking some physical therapy sessions recently to strengthen ... A: Your PT is correct, lower back stabilization exercises are what you need. Keep doing them. Theses ... | |
| sharma | 9/24/2007 |
| Q: back ache during pregnancy A: Back ache during pregnancy is very common. Use theses tips: Avoid long periods of standing. Keep ... | |
| Exercise before and during pregnancy | 9/23/2007 |
| Q: I am currntly trying to conceive and I wanted to know if any sort of excerise is safe while trying ... A: Moderate weight lifting and running are OK, especially if they are part of your regular routine. ... | |
| Pregnant??? | 9/22/2007 |
| Q: I just recently had an emergency c-section that resulted in the loss of the baby, in June. I have ... A: Since you've been on bcp, and had a negative hpt, you should assume that you are not pregnant. I ... | |
| No period for 9 months | 9/21/2007 |
| Q: I am 19 years old. I had a miscarriage December 2006. I still wasn't getting my period four ... A: Change doctors and get a second opinion as to why your periods are not regular. Don't worry about ... | |
| pregnancy | 9/21/2007 |
| Q: i have had an ectopic preg. i got preg 2nd time was about 4months then no heartbeat. 3rd preg was ... A: While most of your question is outside on my expertise, I do want to send my sympathies regarding ... | |
| A little confused | 9/16/2007 |
| Q: I'm 20 years old I've been in a relationship for 4 years The last two years we haven't used ... A: Take another pregnancy test. If it comes back negative then you are not pregnant. In the mean time, ... | |
| WEIGHT | 9/12/2007 |
| Q: WIL IT STAY OFF IAM SO HAPPY TO BE SKINNY AGAIN I DONT WANT TO GAIN IT BACK.THANK YOU. A: As long as you eat caloric balance, meaning not too much or not too little, your body weight will ... | |
| 27 week pregnant & lower adominal pain | 9/8/2007 |
| Q: Should it hurt when u bend forward at this stage in pragrancy. It hurts or more like feels very ... A: Many women in the last half of pregnancy find bending over cumbersome and uncomfortable. Avoid ... | |
| stomach fitness after dnc procedure | 9/7/2007 |
| Q: I had a dnc procedure around May 23rd. It has been over 3 months now and my stomach still looks like ... A: The shape of your abdomen could be caused by several things. You could be bloated and carrying ... | |
ObGyn/Pregnancy issues
Answers by Expert:
Helene Byrne
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Expertise
I can answer all questions regarding prenatal and postpartum fitness and exercise. I will not answer any questions that are not related to prenatal and postpartum fitness and exercise. I will not answer questions regarding getting pregnant, or signs or symtoms, only fitness and exercise during and after pregnancy. No due dates, medical problems during pregnancy, signs or symtpoms of pregnancy, pregnancy tests, vaginal problems/smells/discharge, periods or ovulation.
Experience
Pre-and-Postnatal Exercise Specialist
ACE certified Personal Trainer
Author: "Exercise After Pregnancy: How to Look and Feel Your Best" Book
Author: "Bounce Back Fast! Post Natal Core Conditioning" DVD
Founder: BeFit-Mom
Teacher: Post Pregnancy Exercise Workshops
Organizations
IDEA Health and Fitness Association
Publications
numerous regional parenting magazine
Education/Credentials
Dancing Thru Pregnancy, Pre/Post Natal Exercise Specialist Certification 2000
Resist-a-Ball Core Program, 1999
American Council on Exercise, Personal Trainer Certificate, 1999
Peak Performance, San Francisco, CA, Pilates Instructor Training Program, 1992
Health and Fitness Institute, Cal State Hayward, Personal Trainer Certificate, 1990
American College of Sports Medicine, Group Exercise Leader, 1989
Boston Conservatory, BFA/Dance, 1982
Awards and Honors
�Bounce Back Fast! Post Natal Core Conditioning�, 2005. Winner of the Platinum Award from the Family Review Center, 2007.
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