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Preparing the Body for Pregnancy, Birth & Early Recovery [Member Story with Mel]

Send us a text (https://www.buzzsprout.com/twilio/tex...) A second baby. A second induction. A completely different mindset.  In this honest and relatable episode, I chat with Mel about navigating pelvic girdle pain, preparing for birth while juggling a toddler, and what recovery really looks like after baby number two. If your plans didn’t go exactly how you imagined, this conversation will feel reassuring and empowering. In this episode, we talk about: • Mel’s second induction birth story and how it compared to her first • Hoping for spontaneous labour and a water birth, and adapting when plans changed • Experiencing pelvic girdle pain during pregnancy and how it affected daily life • Managing severe sleep deprivation, reflux, and fatigue while working and parenting • Using FitNest Mama for safe pregnancy movement and stretches • The reality of being time-poor and energy-poor while pregnant with a toddler • How Mel mentally prepared for birth the second time around • Calm birth audiobooks, breathing techniques, and partner preparation • Labour tools tried: TENS machine, comb technique, music, visualisation, water immersion • Why water labour didn’t work as expected and finding comfort on the bed instead • The power of mantras, monitoring contractions, and feeling in control • A quicker pushing stage and learning to trust her body • Pelvic floor relaxation, fear, and the “ring of fire” experience • Immediate postpartum recovery differences between baby one and baby two • SIJ pain postpartum, physio rehab, and support belts • Abdominal separation assessment and early reconnection exercises • Ongoing pelvic floor leakage and strategies to remember exercises • The transition from one child to two and supporting a toddler with big feelings • Breastfeeding challenges, lip and tongue tie, and emotional load • Body image, realistic recovery timelines, and feeling optimistic at three months postpartum • Mel’s biggest takeaways: be gentle with yourself, something is better than nothing, and practise your birth tools early A heartfelt episode filled with practical insights for pregnancy, birth preparation, and postpartum recovery, especially if you’re preparing for baby number two or navigating an induction birth journey. Mel's Previous Episode (https://www.fitnestmama.com/podcast/s...) https://www.fitnestmama.com LINKS: Preparing for birth Pelvic health checklist (https://www.fitnestmama.com/checklist) Free 7 Day Trial Pregnancy Workouts (https://www.fitnestmama.com/program/p...) Free 7 Day Trial Postnatal Workouts (https://www.fitnestmama.com/program/p...) FitNest Mama Website (https://www.fitnestmama.com/) Instagram @kathbaquie.physio (  / kathbaquie.physio  ) 1:1 Consultation with Physio Kath (https://www.hatchedhouse.com.au) at Hatched House ** This podcast has general information only. Always seek the guidance of your doctor or other qualified health professional with any questions or concerns you may have regarding your health or medical condition.