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Birth Preparation & Postpartum Recovery Planning
Introduction
Introduction to Dr. Rebecca Maidansky, PT, DPT (1:17)
Course Introduction (2:22)
Downloadable workbook
Foundations
Pelvic floor anatomy (7:23)
Abdominal muscle anatomy (2:02)
The core explained (2:57)
Diaphragmatic breathing practice: part 1 (5:18)
Diaphragmatic breathing practice: part 2 (8:29)
Birth Preparation
Training the pelvic floor for birth (2:25)
Pelvic floor relaxation flow (16:07)
Perineal tearing basics (2:25)
Perineal tear risk reduction (7:38)
Pushing techniques for childbirth (7:24)
Keeping your pelvic floor relaxed during birth (3:56)
Biomechanics of birth: opening your pelvic inlet and outlet (8:13)
Birthing positions: risks and benefits (4:00)
Modifying birth positioning for pelvic pain (3:33)
Questions to ask your OB or midwife in preparation for birth (3:36)
C-sections (2:34)
Postpartum Recovery Planning
Postpartum recovery framing (1:51)
Postpartum bladder (2:26)
Postpartum bowel movements (2:13)
Postpartum sex (5:38)
C-section recovery (4:27)
Postpartum exercise timelines (9:33)
What Next & Bonus Material
Summary (1:21)
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BONUS: Postpartum recovery guide with 6 weeks of exercise progressions
Introduction to Dr. Rebecca Maidansky, PT, DPT
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