In today’s episode, Jessie and Anita chat all about that 6-week postpartum appointment - that “green light” appointment for exercise. We believe the 6-week checkup has a communication issue… and we are going to help you navigate this time with information you SHOULD be getting during that appointment.

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Resources and References

FREE live workout with Jessie 2/13 - Strong in 20
Core and Floor Restore Program with Jessie
Bump to Birth Method (self-study) with Anita


Show Notes
0:55 - Join Jessie for a FREE live workout for busy moms on Tuesday, February 13th - Strong in 20!
2:10 - What we are chatting about today!
4:45 - What that 6-week appointment is REALLY for - healing check in!
5:28 - You can request a physical exam at your postpartum appointment
8:17 - How mental health has become more important during these 6-week appointments - and how it’s overshadowing the physical
9:24 - Honesty and openness by care providers
12:51 - Some physical tests to keep in mind for your checkup
14:08 - When to take scary information from your physical checkup with a grain of salt
14:57 - Yes, you CAN return to movement inside of those first 6 weeks postpartum!
19:12 - Beyond that first six weeks, here’s what’s next…
21:48 - Episode wrap up

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