Notes from the studio

The FitMama blog

Evidence-based, plain-language notes on pregnancy, birth prep, postnatal recovery and getting strong again, written by a biokineticist, not the internet.

Check for Diastasis Yourself in Two Minutes

That soft, still-pregnant-looking middle months after birth is usually not fat, and almost never a discipline problem. It has a name — diastasis recti — and you can check for it yourself, on your bedroom floor, in about two minutes. Here's how, what the gap actually means, and when to see a physio.

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A Newborn at Christmas: Scripts for the Relatives Who Want to Hold the Baby

Your baby is a few weeks old, the house is full, and the first thing through the door is a pair of outstretched arms. Saying no doesn't make you precious — it makes you her mother. Here are warm, practical lines to borrow for the cuddles, the kisses, the advice and the photos.

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The Invisible Load of Motherhood: 25 Things Moms Are Thinking About That Nobody Sees

Motherhood is filled with an invisible mental load — the constant planning, remembering, worrying and organising that often goes unnoticed. This post puts words to 25 of the thoughts many moms carry every day, offering a reminder that feeling overwhelmed does not mean you are alone. Sometimes, simply being seen and understood can make the load feel a little lighter.

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Finding Time to Move: An Interview With a Busy Mom of Three

Finding time to exercise as a busy mom doesn’t always mean carving out an hour for a workout. Sometimes it’s a class while the kids are at school, a family walk, a few stretches in the morning, or even calf raises while cooking dinner. This is a reminder that small moments of movement and self-care still count.

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Where Did Our Village Go? Why Modern Moms Feel So Alone

FitMama explores why modern motherhood can feel so isolating — and why rebuilding a sense of community matters. From Friday walks and exercise-session chats to the WhatsApp group, this is about creating a modern village where moms can connect, share and feel less alone. Where Did Our Village Go? Why Modern Moms Feel So Alone

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