Feb 21 2024 42 mins
We've packed alot into this 40 minutes: Kath shares her journey from massaging sweaty footy players to specializing in women's health physiotherapy, inspired by her own experiences of motherhood. We discuss the importance of proactive health measures, encouraging women to seek support and education before issues arise. Kath shares her own postpartum experiences, including symptoms of prolapse from overexertion and the importance of recognising one's limitations. We discuss the need for midwives to have training in pelvic floor health and the significance of early intervention and education during antenatal care. Address the stigma surrounding pelvic floor issues and the necessity for open conversations to destigmatize topics like incontinence. Kath explains how pelvic floor assessments are conducted and the benefits of techniques like perineal massage. The impact of epidurals on pelvic floor outcomes and the importance of informed decision-making during childbirth. **Connect with Kath** Find Kath on all the socials @fitnestmama for more information and resources on women's health. Kath also has a podcast, the Pregnancy, Birth & Recovery Podcast, where each week she dives into all things pregnancy care, childbirth and postnatal recovery, helping you to have a wonderful pregnancy and after birth experience. Link below for the preparing for birth checklist ⬇️ https://www.fitnestmama.com/free #headonviewpodcast #midwife #midwifery #podcast #nursingpodcast #midwifepodcast #nurselife #midwifelife #nurse #nursing #studentmidwife #studentnurse #lifeasamidwife #physiotherapy #womenshealthphysio #fitnestmama