Everything You Need To Know About Baby2Body’s Postpartum Program

Hey mamas, we realized that it’s been a little while since we updated you all on our postpartum program in the Baby2Body app and we want to make sure you know exactly what’s there so you can make the most of it!

If you’ve been with us during TTC and pregnancy, then you might be wondering what you’ll get from the app when you move into postpartum, or maybe you’re new here (welcome!) and looking for the perfect health and wellbeing app that can take you seamlessly from pregnancy to motherhood. Well, look no further.

With the Baby2Body postpartum program, you’ll get fitness, wellness, and nutritional coaching all in one place. Our app will take you from 1 day postpartum up until 3 years postpartum. We have a team of global experts (meet them all below!) who’ll work with you during your postpartum recovery and everything we do is backed by science, so you know it’s information you can trust.

Here’s a breakdown of what you’ll get with a premium Baby2Body membership as you move into postpartum…

Baby2Body’s postpartum fitness program

After you have a baby, we know the last thing you are probably thinking about is exercise and movement, and that’s ok, you’ve been through a lot during pregnancy! Ultimately though, our bodies are made to move, and regular physical activity is not only a pillar of healthy living, it’s also so important in a recovery process. Remember, postpartum is a recovery process. Your body is not supposed to stay in a postpartum state forever, but it will also take time to build back muscle tone and stamina following a pregnancy.

With Baby2Body’s postpartum program, you’ll get personalized weekly fitness plans which are safe and appropriate for postpartum recovery and will help you gradually move your body again and regain some strength.

The first 6 weeks:

During the first 6 weeks of postpartum, you’ll be recovering from childbirth and it’s best not to push your body, so your weekly plans will feature light movement and stretching routines that are tailored for this post-childbirth stage.

6 weeks onwards:

You’ll normally get exercise clearance from your doctor at the 6 week check-up. After that, your workout plans will kick it up a notch, but don’t worry, we have different levels of intensity for you to use from and you can always skip exercises you’re not comfortable with yet. It’s always important to listen to how your body feels and do what makes you feel comfortable.

Alongside your weekly plan, you’ll also be able to browse different workouts including, strength, yoga, dance, and cardio.

Meet our postpartum fitness experts who’ll you’ll work with on the app: 

Laura Lucas
Certified Level 3 Personal Trainer w/ Qualification in Pre & Postnatal Fitness

Laura is a pre & postnatal trainer with 6 years of experience working with new and expecting mamas. She’s here to help you get fitter, stronger, more confident, and more energetic. She’ll keep you toned with weights and flexible with her yoga flows!

Ellie Gill

Yoga instructor - Ashtanga Vinyasa 200hr yoga teacher

Ellie’s love for yoga stems from how incredible it makes her feel — in body and mind — and how much she loves sharing her passion with others. Her flows are restorative for body and soul, you won’t ever want to leave the mat when she’s teaching.

Becki Haslam
Certified Level 3 Personal Trainer w/ Qualification in Pre & Postnatal Fitness

Becki has an infectious smile and endless energy that will keep you motivated during workouts. 

Baby2Body’s postpartum nutritional support

In our in-app Kitchen, our resident nutritionist Emma Hanton will talk you through the changing demands of your body and all of your postpartum dietary needs. Alongside these videos, Emma has crafted meal plans and recipes for each stage of postpartum that specifically tackle your body’s needs. Meet Emma…

Emma Hanton

Registered Associate Nutritionist

Emma has her Masters in Human Nutrition and is a major foodie. She’s got a knack for developing meals that are good for you and taste amazing. She’s here to help you stay fueled, develop a healthy relationship with food, and love what’s on your plate.

Alongside Emma’s meal plans you’ll have access to hundreds of additional breakfast, lunch, and dinner recipes, as well as snacks, smoothies, and sweet treats so you’ll never have to look elsewhere!

Baby2Body’s postpartum wellness program

The 4th trimester is a time when your own wellbeing is put under added stress due to adjusting to life with a newborn, physically recovering from the toll labor takes on your body, going through sleepless nights, experiencing significant hormone fluctuations, and settling into a new normal. Taking time for wellness and self-care at this time isn't about indulging or pampering, it's about meeting your immediate needs and nourishing yourself with simple acts of self-love and acceptance (which is what self-care is about at any time).

Here’s what you can expect to see in Baby2Body’s postpartum wellness program, all found in the in-app Zen Den:

1. Weekly check-ins 

Each week, you’ll get a check-in from Baby2Body CEO and founder Melinda Nicci, who’ll be sharing what you can expect from the week in terms of your recovery, your emotions, and your baby’s development as well. Meet Mel…

Melinda Nicci

Mel is a mother of two, a Sports Psychologist, qualified fitness trainer, best-selling author, and has been an advocate for women’s wellness for her entire career. She is the brain behind Baby2Body and the heart of the company. Her passion for women’s wellness and female empowerment fuels what we do, every single day.

2. Self-Care Tool Kit 

Created by Integrated Health & Mindfulness Coach Lou Murray, our postpartum program includes a 12 week Self-Care Tool Kit which will start with the basics of self-care including tending to your physical needs, then move into supporting your mental health, and finally focus in on your emotional and spiritual wellbeing, leaving you with so many powerful tools you can take forward as a new mother. Each week you'll get a video lesson on a new topic, accompanied by a collection of "micro-zen" exercises: quick, audio-guided activities to help you practice the self-care habits discussed that week. Meet Lou…

Lou Murray

Integrated Health & Mindfulness Coach

Lou is a mama of 4 and she makes taking great care of yourself both attainable and effective. She’s here to help you nourish yourself on and off the plate, make mindfulness part of your life, and build a tool kit for living well.

Find out more about Lou’s Self-Care Tool Kit here.  

3. Daily tips and advice tailored to your stage of postpartum

All of the information out there about postpartum recovery and your newborn can get a little overwhelming and confusing, so each week on the app, you’ll get articles and videos which address the most common postpartum concerns, from hair loss to your baby’s naptime routine. Everything you need is in one place and is backed by experts and science — plus, we’ve broken all of the info you need down into weekly plans so you aren’t overwhelmed and only receive what’s relevant to you!

Every day, you’ll also get brand new Daily Bites which will include quick updates about your baby and their development, your recovery and potential symptoms, wellness tips, fitness tips, and more.

4. Meditations and breathing exercises 

We know that the practice of 'meditation' and breathing exercises can come off as slightly intimidating and it can feel like another thing we just don't really have time for. And then you ask yourself: is it really going to benefit me anyway? The short answer is yes it really will benefit you and it's a lot easier to get into than you think, especially if you have the right person guiding you. Meet Amrita Das…

Amrita Das

Science of wellbeing & neuroscience from UC Berkeley

If anyone can convince you to try breathwork, it’s Amrita. Years of burning the candle at both ends led her to turn to breathwork as a way of finding happiness and balance, and she’s here to share her knowledge with you!

“Our brains are concerned primarily with keeping us safe by preparing us for danger. By controlling our breath we are signaling our brains that we are safe, and this reduces our fear, anxiety, and stress. We don’t always have the solutions to our perceived problems but we can try to manage our reactions to them. Coming back to our breath is a way for us to take small moments of control, during the ups and downs of daily life.”

~ Amrita Das

Amrita’s latest breathwork audios available in Baby2Body’s postpartum program include: 

• Guided Gratitude Breathing

  One of the best ways to start your day with joy is to start your day with gratitude. It signals your brain to be happy and changes your energy.

• Healing Meditation: Immune Health

  When we pay attention to something, our brain knows to put energy there. Use this meditation to focus on strengthening your immune health.

• Stand In Your Power

  This standing meditation invites you to step out of your day and take a moment to rest in your center and in your natural power.

• Guided Meditation: Breathe Easy

  Breathwork coach Amrita Das invites you to stop, breathe, and escape the everyday with this calming meditation.

• Guided Meditation: Sleep Easy

  A good night's sleep gives your body time to regenerate and recover. Begin your journey into sleep with breathwork expert, Amrita Das

Want to know more about the benefits of breathwork? Check out this episode of our podcast, The Body Brief, where Amrita talks to Baby2Body CEO and founder, Melinda Nicci.

5. Pelvic Floor Support 

If you’ve been part of the Baby2Body community for a while, then you’ll know how much we love to talk about pelvic floor exercises. We can’t say it enough: a strong pelvic floor is so important for pregnancy, labor, and postpartum. In the Baby2Body app, we have everything you need in one place: guidance, daily pelvic floor exercises, listen & dos, and more.

Have a question about our postpartum program? Looking for something you don’t see here? Our program and our expert list is always growing, so let us know what you’re looking for in the comments!

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