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Considerations for exercise during pregnancy
Get the low down on how to modify your exercise during pregnancy to feel strong, confident and prep for birth.

Jo
Nov 24, 2025


Nutrition for your Bump and Baby: How Protein Supports You Both
I know all too well how hard it is to nourish your bump and baby when it comes to pregnancy and eating. But discovering the power of prioritising protein with most meals and snacks was an absolute game changer during my third pregnancy. From boosting energy levels, to nausea and vomiting subsiding, being intentional with food choices can give you the boost you are craving!

Jo
Nov 3, 2025


Move with Purpose: Creating Space for a Positive Birth Experience
Learn how intentional movement, pelvic mobility, and mindset preparation can help you create space for your baby and feel confident during labour. Discover practical birth prep tips to reduce fear, protect your pelvic floor, and support a positive birth experience.

Jo
Aug 7, 2025


Postpartum Nutrition: The 7 key nutrients you may be lacking
After pregnancy and birth, your body enters a new phase of recovery, healing and for many women, breastfeeding. It's a time of big demands and little rest, and yet it's also a time when your nutritional needs are still incredibly important. Postpartum depletion is real and can affect everything from your mood and energy levels to you milk supply and recovery.
Sarah Percy
Jun 13, 2025


Why are my Pelvic floor muscles feeling more weak or symptomatic during my period?
Have you noticed that your pelvic floor muscles don’t function the same throughout your menstrual cycle, depending on what stage you are at?

Jo
Mar 19, 2025


Osteopathy for Pregnancy: Supporting You Through Every Stage
Osteopathy can offer a gentle and holistic treatment to support your body through the many physical changes pregnancy causes

Jo
Mar 6, 2025


5 Ways to Achieve a More Restful Night's Sleep During Pregnancy
Struggling with lack of sleep during pregnancy, try these top tips to ensure all bases are covered to get that rest before bubs arrives

Jo
Feb 20, 2025


Pregnancy exercises to DO and AVOID
Pregnancy brings significant changes to your body, making it essential to adapt your exercise routine to ensure safety and effectiveness

Jo
Jan 30, 2025


Nourishing family Ceche
Check out this fantastic and easy family ceche that I've had since I was a child. A staple, easy, affordable and nourishing meal or snack

Jo
Nov 28, 2024


Your ultimate guide to understanding Diastasis recti after birth
Diastasis recti occurs in 100% of full term pregnancies, do you know how to support your body to heal and recover well after birth.

Jo
Jul 22, 2024


Your introductory guide to Pelvic Organ Prolapse
Are you having symptoms of pelvic organ prolapse, heaviness, bulging, pain, feeling something is falling out of your vagina? Find out more..

Jo
Jun 20, 2024


What to prepare for and expect in the early hours and days for recovery after C section
Having some understanding about what to prepare for if your birth results in a C section will go a long way towards supporting and promoting

Jo
Apr 28, 2024


Moroccan spiced roast Pumpkin Soup
This delicious and bold flavoured pumpkin soup is great for any new Mum as a warm, nourishing and healing meal

Jo
Apr 12, 2024


Postnatal Exercises to do and avoid during your recovery
Congratulations, you've just had a baby and eager to start recovering your body, discover what to do and avoid as you get started

Jo
Feb 21, 2024


How can c-section scar massage help with your recovery after surgery and birth?
Discover the essential guide to scar tissue massage after your C-section to promote optimal healing, function and confidence!

Jo
Mar 19, 2023


Fish Lettuce Cups and Kumara Wedges
Here's a delicious and easy recipe for a busy family cook! Fish lettuce cups and homemade kumara wedges!

Jo
Feb 27, 2023


Berry Bliss Protein Smoothie
Smoothies are great, they are simple to make, easy to get nourishing and filling foods into, and you can even hide foods for the fussy eater

Jo
Jan 9, 2023


Chocolate Mint Energy Balls
Nourish you body with a healthy snack, our favourite bliss ball recipe

Jo
Nov 21, 2022


Berry Bounty Smoothie
For a healthy and nourishing start to your day, perfect for those breakfasts on the run. This is a new favourite I accidentally stumbled...

Jo
Oct 13, 2022


Cauliflower fried rice
A healthy alternative to fried rice

Jo
May 5, 2022
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