Once your provider clears you for exercise after delivering your baby (typically around the six-week mark postpartum), it’s important to slowly ease back into physical activity. Movements focused on strengthening and healing your body should be the focus when you begin to incorporate exercise back into your daily routine.
The movements that you'll learn in this video are perfect for recovering postpartum mamas—they’re simple, but functional. Walk through the proper form for core, upper body and lower body exercises, which will help you build strength and also improve balance, coordination, and mobility. It can be daunting to start exercising after having a baby—and we’re so glad you’re here!
Written By:
Darian Healy
Darian has been a fitness instructor and trainer since 2009. She specializes in a number of fitness modalities, including prenatal and postpartum training. She uses this knowledge and experience to develop classes that are specifically designed for the needs of pregnant and postpartum women. As a mother herself, she is passionate about helping women feel strong and empowered through their transition into motherhood.