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36: Roxanne's Postpartum Healing Journey

The MamasteFit Podcast
The MamasteFit Podcast
Episode • Nov 8, 2023 • 52m

This week Roxanne shares her postpartum healing journey 10 weeks after giving birth to her third baby. From having a postpartum hemorrhage through the six weeks postpartum, to her initial return to fitness, Roxanne takes us through the highs and lows of her experience and shares some of the knowledge she has acquired along the way. 



Links Referred to in this Episode:


Free Early Postpartum Recovery Course: https://view.flodesk.com/pages/6373d15006fa842dcfb3e1de


To check out the meal service Roxanne referenced in this episode, visit Mama Meals here, and use the code MAMASTEFIT for $20 off you first purchase of $200+:

https://mama-meals.com/collections/complete-meal-packages


Baby Registry Freebie: https://mamastefit.myflodesk.com/si12ehvgaj


For Pelvic Floor/Prolapse issues check out: PelvicRehab.com 

Or find Haley Kava for virtual PT support here: https://www.hayleykavapt.com/


Check out our episode on Postpartum Recovery and Returning to Fitness Here: https://spotifyanchor-web.app.link/e/iBOu5olBxEb



In This Episode:


0:00 Introductions

01:19 Managing Postpartum Hemorrhage Immediately After Birth

02:45 What is Fundal Massage?

04:43 Continuing to Heal From Considerable Blood Loss

06:22 Signs and Symptoms of Blood Loss Induced Blackouts

07:54 Navigating Extreme Weakness and Exhaustion 

10:20 Tips for Others Experience Postpartum Hemorrhage

16:51 How Did Roxanne Support Her Healing Journey?

20:45 Managing Postpartum Appointment and Asking for Help

27:12 Baby Gear Essentials 

31:53 Returning to Fitness in the Postpartum

36:49 Prolapse and Pelvic Floor Dysfunction

45:27 Roxanne’s Advice to Others with Postpartum Hemorrhage



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