Breastfeeding Talk
Postpartum Pain & Recovery From Birth with Kath Baquie
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Breastfeeding Talk
Postpartum Pain & Recovery From Birth with Kath Baquie
May 10, 2023 Episode 106
Jacqueline Kincer, IBCLC, CSOM

In this episode, Jacqueline is joined by women’s health physiotherapist Kath Baquie. Kath provides pregnant and new mothers with exercises, support, and resources to move away from the physical aches & pains of pregnancy, the overwhelm, and the weakness felt after birth. Instead, she helps women to find the comfort and confidence they need to get their bodies and minds strong again. 


In this episode, you’ll hear:

  • About breastfeeding posture and setup
  • Preventative strategies for aches and pains while breastfeeding
  • Things to look for and be aware of when feeling achy
  • Tips and tricks from a women’s health physical therapist

A glance at this episode:

  • [7:51] How to prepare for a post-birth plan
  • [12:02] What is ‘normal’ with pregnancy
  • [16:01] Pelvic floor and postpartum recovery
  • [19:50] What do we do after birth
  • [26:07] How to sit for horizontal breastfeeding
  • [30:46] How to set yourself up for success when breastfeeding
  • [34:55] Stretching before and after feeding
  • [39:26] Exercise before and after birth
  • [43:05] Building a strong core
  • [49:07] Pain is not gain and exercise is not the goal
  • [54:40] Kath’s first tip for pelvic floor health

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