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02/24/2026

Most moms think their C-section shelf = diastasis recti.
But honestly… that’s often not the main reason at all!! You can have a strong core, your gap can be healed and you can STILL have a shelf.

That’s because the shelf usually comes from what’s happening under the scar… not just the ab gap itself.

Things like lingering swelling, scar tightness, posture changes, and how pressure is managed in your core. So if you’ve been doing “all the core exercises” and nothing is changing… you’re probably just treating the wrong thing.

And this is exactly what I walk moms through inside my course all the factors that actually contribute to the shelf and what to do about them.

If you want a step-by-step plan to reconnect to your core and start improving the shelf, comment COURSE and I’ll send you the link to my Level 1 C-section recovery course 🤍

⚕️ Educational only, not medical advice.

02/20/2026

Hearing moms say these things about the course makes me emotional 🥹🤍

Because most C-section moms aren’t asking for six-pack abs (initially). Theyre really asking:

Is this normal? Am I healing right? Why does this still feel off? Did I mess something up?

In Level 1: Foundations for C-Section Recovery, we slow it down and rebuild from the ground up:

• Nervous system safety
• Deep core connection
• Scar confidence
• Smart, progressive movement
• Real education about what’s normal (and what’s not)

If you’re newly postpartum or preparing for a planned C-section, this is built for YOU.

👉 DM me COURSE and I’ll send you the details for Level 1.

Medical disclaimer: This content is for educational purposes only and is not medical advice. Always consult your physician or qualified healthcare provider regarding your specific recovery and before starting any new exercise or rehabilitation program.

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02/16/2026

If you’re about to have a C-section, read this or send to a friend who is 💕✨

As a postpartum physical therapist and mom who helps moms recover from Cesarean, here’s the advice I’d give my best friend…
1. Give yourself waaaay more grace than you think you need during this time period. Youre learning how to adjust to life with a newborn while also needing to recover from major abdominal surgery.
2. Ask for help early and even set it up before if you can. I promise you will be so glad you did.
And don’t judge yourself for needing lots of help.
3. C-section recovery isn’t just about getting your incision to heal. Its about healing the layers underneath, reconnecting to your deeper core, retraining your breath and address scar tissue adhesions.

I currently have 2 spots open in my 1:1 C-section recovery coaching program🎉💻
If you want personalized guidance and support for your strongest, most confident recovery…
👉 DM me APPLY and I’ll send you the application.

Medical disclaimer: This content is for educational purposes only and is not medical advice. Always consult your healthcare provider for individualized care.

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02/13/2026

I wish more moms knew this about rebuilding strength after a C-section…..

Rebuilding strength after surgery isn’t just about being “cleared.” It’s really about how you reintroduce load, connection, and support.

Here’s what actually matters and what I see make the biggest difference in the moms I work with:
1️⃣ Support first– Abdominal binders can provide gentle support while your core reconnects
2️⃣ Reconnect before you strengthen– Breathwork + deep core activation set the foundation
3️⃣ Don’t ignore numbness– Gentle sensory input helps nerves reconnect over time
4️⃣ Mobilize the scar– Scar work improves tissue glide and tolerance to load
5️⃣ Train asymmetrically- Unilateral core work restores balance and control

If you want to rebuild strength safely after your C-section, my 1:1 coaching is here. DM me to learn more✨🫶🏻🎉

⚕️Educational purposes only. This is not medical advice and does not replace individualized care from a healthcare professional.

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02/03/2026

Here’s what the mamas in my program are doing to reduce the C-section shelf/overhang✨

This year we’re focusing on:
1️⃣ Breathing
2️⃣ Scar tissue massage
3️⃣ Lymphatic massage
4️⃣ Binder support early on
5️⃣ Mobility

👉 DM me COURSE to learn how I guide mamas through this process in my Level 1: Foundations course!

Medical disclaimer:
This content is for educational purposes only and is not medical advice. Always consult your healthcare provider or a qualified pelvic health professional for personalized care.

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01/30/2026

2 KEY things that actually matter in postpartum recovery (especially after a C-section)….

Recovery isn’t about jumping back into workouts or doing a million ab exercises. If you want to actually feel better, there are two things that make everything else work:

✨ Diaphragmatic breathing- full 360 ribcage expansion breathing. It calms your nervous system, helps your core and pelvic floor, and eases pressure on your incision.

✨ Moving short bouts, frequently- short walks, gentle stretching, whatever you can handle. It helps with swelling, circulation, mood, and just getting your body to feel like you again.

DM me FOUNDATIONS if you want to learn how I guide mamas step-by-step inside Level 1: Foundations for C-Section Recovery.

Medical disclaimer: This is for educational purposes only and isn’t medical advice. Always check with your healthcare provider for guidance that’s specific to you.

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01/22/2026

Here’s how to properly wear a belly binder postpartum (from a postpartum PT & c-section recovery coach) ✨

I love and recommend to all the moms I work with!! Here’s the truth… a belly binder is not about shrinking your waist or “bouncing back” that’s not the goal here!!

Postpartum, especially after a C-section, a binder should feel like a gentle hug, not a squeeze.

When it’s worn too tight, it can actually:
• increase pressure down onto the pelvic floor
• interfere with breathing
• create more tension instead of support

What we do want:
✔️ light, even compression
✔️ support around the incision
✔️ help with swelling and comfort
✔️ confidence to move without guarding

If you’re holding your breath or feeling pressure downward, it’s too tight ‼️

If you want the link to this exact brace DM me BINDER!!🤍

Medical disclaimer:
This content is for educational purposes only and is not medical advice. Always consult your healthcare provider or a qualified pelvic health professional for personalized care.

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01/20/2026

Did you know that scar numbness after a C-section is common… but it’s not something you’re should be stuck with forever.

Nerves are cut during surgery.
What’s not normal is being told, “that’s just how it is now” or “there’s nothing you can do.”

With the right gentle stimulation, movement, and support, nerves can continue to heal and sensation can improve even months later.

👉 DM me FOUNDATIONS to join Level 1: Foundations for C-Section Recovery course and learn how to safely support scar sensation, healing, and reconnection.

⚕️Medical disclaimer:
This content is for educational purposes only and is not medical advice. Always consult your healthcare provider or a qualified pelvic health professional for personalized care.

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