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You’ve probably heard that “just do some Kegels” or “crunches will fix it” when it comes to healing your core postpartum — but those old-school tips are missing some very important pieces.

In today’s episode, I’m joined by Dr. Jena Bradley, physical therapist, mom of four, and founder of Live Core Strong. We’re diving deep into postpartum fitness, core healing, and what it really takes to feel strong and confident in your body again — no matter how long it’s been since you had your baby.

We talk about:

✅ The biggest misconceptions about postpartum workouts
✅ What causes the “mom pooch” and how to actually heal it
✅ How core and pelvic floor healing changes after a C-section
✅ What to do if you're short on time but want to feel stronger
✅ How to know you're ready to return to exercise after birth
✅ Simple fitness tips you can start today (even with a newborn!)

Dr. Jena also shares her favorite advice for staying consistent, building a routine that works with motherhood, and taking the first step back into movement — even if you’re feeling overwhelmed or stuck.

How to Connect with Jena:

Listen to Dr. Jena's podcast, The Fit Postpartum Mom
Visit Jena’s Blog: Live Core Strong https://livecorestrong.com  Watch the Free Workshop: Postpartum Abs 101: How To Safely Start Postpartum Ab Exercises in Less than 2 Minutes A Day https://livecorestrong.com/class 

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