Resources - Birth Prep

Bellies Inc. - great to support DRA (Diastases) abdominal separation for the last few weeks of pregnancy and first 8 weeks postpartum LINK
SIJ Belt / Lumbar support / Will help you feel supported if your baby feels like they are sitting low LINK
Pubic Symphysis belt LINK
Round Ligament Support Kit LINK
Vulvar vericosities support belt LINK
Recommended TENS Unit LINK
Silicon Scar tape - perfect if you’ve had a belly birth (c-section) LINK
Understanding Pain in 5 Minutes or Less LINK
TedX “Why Things Hurt” Dr. Lorimer Moseley LINK
23.5 Hours LINK

The research behind Pelvic Floor Physiotherapy LINK
Book: “Inside Out – By Michelle Kenway”
“When Should I think about my Pelvic Floor in Fitness?” – Julie Wiebe PT, Blog LINK
Pelvic Organ Prolapse “Build a Better House” – Julie Wiebe PT, Blog LINK
Pelvic Organ Prolapse Overview LINK
Constipation LINK
Pelvic Organ Prolapse – beneficial pictures LINK
Book: “The Vagina Bible – By Dr. Jen Gunter”
The Endometriosis Network Canada LINK
The Link Between the Jaw (TMJ) and Pelvic Floor Tension – Christine Matheson, ND LINK
Uberlube – If you’ve ever gotten into the shower after a run and felt your skin on fire, you’ve experienced chaffing. Uberlube is a great way to prevent chaffing anywhere on your body but it’s also a great item to keep on hand if you’re having any pain or discomfort with penetration, use liberally! LINK

The research behind benefits of breathing & creating a routine – Harvard LINK
Sleep routines, meditations, breathing – Calm App
Meditations with movement – Headspace App (Discount Code: B2CCX Apply to Checkout)
Unwind Anxiety – App
Little Bird Sleep Consulting – one of our best recovery hacks and one that is often pushed aside. Check out Amber of Little Bird Sleep Consulting for tips on creating a routine that works for you and learning to recover more effectively. LINK

Need more support? – Breastfeeding can wreak havoc on your neck and upper back and if you need more support while you are exercising or for everyday life during this phase of life I highly suggest one of these extra supportive bras LINK or LINK or LINK or LINK
Local/ Virtual group and one-on-one support – Le Leche League Canada LINK
Find a Lactation Consultant near you! LINK
Breastfeeding & Alcohol – Best Start LINK
Breastfeeding & Exercise – Le Leche League Canada LINK
Hydration – Nuun is my go-to and first suggestion for anyone suffering from electrolyte imbalances and hydration challenges which you can get both from exercise but also breastfeeding. Their tablets pop into any bottle and are easy on most people’s stomach. LINK

Weav – weav is an app that matches music’s tempo to your run. It will adjust a songs tempo to match your running pace and change with you. How cool is that! LINK
Little Bird Sleep Consulting – one of our best recovery hacks and one that is often pushed aside. Check out Amber of Little Bird Sleep Consulting for tips on creating a routine that works for you and learning to recover more effectively. LINK

Raising Humans - Whether you’re trying to find the perfect baby gift for someone else or you need some new items for your little one this is our recommended go-to spot! They have great items like silicon and wood teething rings, soother clips, and cutely that support independence with baby sized spoons that help with development. Check out there goodies with this LINK