Postpartum Fitness & Wellness: Finding Balance, Motivation, and Healthy Habits as a New Mom – Podcast Ep 165

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Welcoming a baby into the world is a beautiful experience, but the postpartum journey often comes with its own set of challenges. Between sleepless nights, recovering from birth, and adjusting to your new role as a mom, it’s easy for self-care — especially fitness and wellness — to take a back seat. However, prioritizing your physical and mental health is not only important for you but also for your family.

In this episode, we’re diving into postpartum fitness and wellness. We’re exploring practical tips for finding balance, staying motivated, and establishing healthy habits as a new mom. Whether you’re wondering how to ease back into exercise, build a sustainable routine, or simply feel more like yourself again, this episode is packed with advice and encouragement to help you thrive during this transformative season.

Who is Marlie Cohen?

Marlie is a mom of two, a certified prenatal and postnatal trainer, and a certified health coach based in Toronto. She helps busy moms reach their fitness and wellness goals with her company, Bounce Forward Co., and shares her day-to-day life on social media under the alias Kale and Krunches. Marlie has created a lifestyle brand gaining the like, know, and trust of women across the globe and has partnered with top brands, including Google, Nike, Dyson, and more.

What Did We Discuss?

In this episode, I chat with Marlie about finding strength in motherhood. We discuss postpartum, fitness after baby, fitting workouts into your busy day, and more. Here are several of the questions that we covered in our conversation:

• New mom life is busy, to say the least. How do you recommend new moms balance health and fitness into their busy schedules? 
• How can new moms create healthy habits and routines that fit into their lifestyles and busy schedules? What’s a realistic routine?
• What are your top tips for how to get back into working out after baby?  
• Can you share a bit about your postpartum journey?
• Did your perspective on health and self-care change after having your first baby?   
• What are some of your favorite types of workouts or exercises for new moms?
• How do you recommend moms stay motivated to continue their fitness journeys amidst the demands of motherhood?
• What are your favorite wellness hacks for busy moms?  
• What are your top tips for new moms looking to prioritize themselves and their health?

Final Thoughts

Motherhood is an incredible journey, but it’s not without its hurdles—especially when it comes to balancing your own needs with those of your little one. Postpartum fitness and wellness isn’t about “bouncing back”; it’s about rediscovering your strength, finding joy in movement, and creating habits that support your well-being.

I hope this episode inspires you to take small, intentional steps toward prioritizing your health and happiness. Remember, your journey is unique, and every step counts.

Marlie’s Resources

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