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WHAT TO EXPECT DURING A C SECTION

What to Expect During a C-section

What is a c-section, and when might you need one? A cesarean section (or c-section) is a very common, well-established operation that many women have. Reasons for a c-section may include prolonged labor, high risk pregnancy, large babies, multiples, fetal distress, breech presentation, a previous cesarean where vaginal birth after cesarean (VBAC) is not advised …

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EXERCISE BAREFOOT FOR ADDED BENEFIT

Exercise Barefoot for Added Benefit

You may have taken the plunge to start thinking about your feet, read or heard some about barefoot running, or maybe you’ve simply gotten used to pandemic life of no shoes and are asking yourself, “can I work out barefoot?” The benefits of exercising without shoes Being able to stack our ribs over our pelvis …

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SECRET TO FLAT ABS

The Secret to Flat Abs

Flat abs are an aesthetic sign that you’ve been hitting the gym and watching what you eat (probably more on the eating side), but as a physical therapist, I’d like to dive deeper into this topic than aesthetics. I’ve seen enough patients who have “met aesthetic goals” but are in pain that I think it’s …

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C-section: Reasons, Risks, Recovery

A cesarean section (or c-section) is a very common, well-established operation that many women have when delivering a child. In fact, the cesarean section surgery rate is about a third of all births in the United States of America.(1) This procedure is used for many reasons including prolonged labor, high risk pregnancy, large babies, multiples, …

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PCESHero kendra FI

“Sarah is raising the bar for the world of pregnancy and postpartum care.”

Kendra’s passion for serving mothers is evident in the way she shows up in the Inner Circle, always looking at things from every angle, striving to gain more knowledge, asking questions, and finding any possible way she can to support her clients with the many resources she has. The company she started with her sister, …

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STRENGTHENING THE ARCHES OF YOUR FEET FI

Strengthening the Arches of Your Feet

If you have pain in your feet, heels, or Achilles tendon – fallen arches, locked arches, or are looking to transition to a more minimalist shoe wear – or even have hip, core and pelvic floor problems that feel stuck in progress – here is a guide for you to explore your arch function and …

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A Tale of Two Births

A Tale of Two Births Maternal Health and Wellness. It’s not a new topic or new rally cry – but like with so many things, 2020 brought it front and center and highlighted the injustices that can arise in delivery rooms. Doulas are drawn to birth work to support those birthing. Our role is comfort, …

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lashonda FI

“Since going through the course, I now feel confident and well-equipped to educate and empower women throughout the perinatal period.”

Tell us a little bit about yourself and your family (kids and ages, how long you’ve been a trainer, anything you’d like to share). Hi! I’m Lashonda Jones. Licensed Physical Therapist of 15 years, Certified Personal Trainer and owner of Core Elevation Fitness and Wellness for 12 years, located in North Carolina. I’m also a …

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blair FI

“I did not expect that because of the PCES course, I would become a business owner.”

Tell us a little bit about yourself and your family. I am Blair Evanosky, and I have been a physical therapist for 12 years. I have two kids with my husband, Matt. Stella is 4, and Julian is 3. I enjoy riding my bike and hiking in my off time, though the miles and difficulty …

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Safe Exercises with Prolapse and Ones to Avoid

Pelvic organ prolapse can feel like a devastating diagnosis for many women. Interestingly, some women have it and never know, while other women can tell if the slightest thing feels wrong in their vagina and seek help immediately. Mild to moderate prolapse is rarely ever painful, but pelvic floor issues such as tightness or a …

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