To Birth and Beyond

Anita Lambert & Jessie Mundell
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On this show, we provide information and education on fitness, the pelvic floor, fertility, pregnancy, birth, postpartum, and pelvic health. We offer a space to have candid and vulnerable conversations on the struggles and joys of parenthood, including all aspects of our physical, mental, and emotional health.Hosted by Jessie Mundell - mom, Kinesiologist, and fitness coach to pregnant and current moms - and Anita Lambert - mom, pelvic health and orthopedic Physiotherapist with a focus on perinatal health.

  1. 6d ago

    Episode 461: Birth Prep for Physios - What to Ask Your Prenatal Clients

    Episode 461: Birth Prep for Physios - What to Ask Your Prenatal Clients In today's episode, Anita is talking to physiotherapists who work with pregnant clients, or want to, and are ready to make their assessments more efficient and confident by asking the right questions from day one. Starting the birth prep conversation early, right from that very first session, sets you up with huge insight into how to support your client's birth prep, wherever they are in their pregnancy. _________________________________________________________________________________________________________________ If you liked this episode of To Birth and Beyond, tell your friends! Find us on iTunes and Spotify to rate/review/subscribe to the show. Want more? Visit www.ToBirthAndBeyond.com, join our Facebook group (To Birth and Beyond Podcast), and follow us on Instagram @tobirthandbeyondpodcast! Thanks for listening and joining the conversation! _________________________________________________________________________________________________________________ Resources and References Anita’s 1:1 virtual mentorship for physiotherapistsLabour and Birth Preparation for Clinical Practice — Live Online Course co-taught by AnitaClinic Birth Prep Resource Package for Physiotherapists to use with Clients Show Notes  00:00 - Anita introduces us to today’s topic! 02:13 - Questions to ask if your client has given birth before (birth history) 04:55 - Questions to ask everyone exploring their awareness around birth, and where they are in their birth prep journey, this time (birth prep) 08:37 - Questions to ask about birth preferences (birth preferences) 12:50 - Clearly explain your own role in the birth prep of your clients, and all the things you can do if they choose 14:27 - Share physical and mental prep around the client birthing goals 17:10 - Birthing partner preparation! 18:54 - Where does all of this fit in the overall assessment? 19:39 - Anita summarizes and wraps up the episode (with a couple of offers)

  2. Sep 22

    Episode 460: 5 Things You've Been Told About Perimenopause Exercise (That Are Wrong)

    Episode 460:  5 Things You've Been Told About Perimenopause Exercise (That Are Wrong) In today's episode, Jessie and Anita break down five perimenopause exercise myths they're hearing online and from their clients. They cover everything from strength training misconceptions to cardio, body composition, pelvic floor symptoms, and the age-old myth that it's "too late" to start. Tune in for some clarity, encouragement, and a little fire to help you feel confident in how you move your body in perimenopause. --- If you liked this episode of To Birth and Beyond, tell your friends! Find us on Apple Podcasts and Spotify to rate/review/subscribe to the show. Want more? Visit www.ToBirthAndBeyond.com and follow us on Instagram @tobirthandbeyondpodcast! Thanks for listening and joining the conversation! --- Resources and References Strong & Supported (renamed from: To Pregnancy & Beyond): https://programs.jessiemundell.com/to-pregnancy-and-beyond/ Show Notes  00:56 - Introduction to todays topic 01:46 - Myth #1: You need to lift heavy weights to get benefits in perimenopause 04:59 - Myth #2: Avoid intense cardio 08:29 - Myth #3: Eat less and exercise more to address body changes 10:41 - Myth #4: New or revived Pelvic Floor Symptoms are due to hormone changes 12:11 - Myth #5: It's too late to start strength training or address symptoms at this age 12:31 - Episode wrap up

  3. Sep 15

    Episode 459: Squat Better in Pregnancy & Postpartum. Position, Pain, Pelvic Floor

    Episode 459: Squat Better in Pregnancy & Postpartum. Position, Pain, Pelvic Floor In today’s episode, Jessie and Anita discuss squatting in pregnancy and postpartum. They emphasize that squats are a daily-life movement and should feel comfortable in the knees, hips, back, and pelvic floor. They bust common myths and offer key cues to help your squats feel more comfortable and give you more confidence. ----- If you liked this episode of To Birth and Beyond, tell your friends! Find us on Apple Podcasts and Spotify to rate/review/subscribe to the show. Want more? Visit www.ToBirthAndBeyond.com and follow us on Instagram @tobirthandbeyondpodcast! Thanks for listening and joining the conversation! ----- Show Notes 00:00 – What we’re talking about today 02:33 – Myth #1: You should only squat with feet hip-width apart, toes facing forward, and weight in your heels. 07:50 – Myth #2: Only squat in the final weeks of pregnancy to prepare for birth. 10:53 – Myth #3: Use a “perfect” squat to pick things up. 15:31 – Myth #4: Avoid squatting if you have pelvic floor symptoms. 20:20 – Cue #1: Using your breath in the moment 22:50 – Cue #2: The W.A.I.T. acronym 24:04 – Cue #3: Spread the load 24:46 – Cue #4: Test and retest 25:08 – Wrapping up

  4. Sep 8

    Episode 458: GLP-1s, Diet Culture, and Your Relationship with Food and Body

    Episode 458: GLP-1s, Diet Culture, and Your Relationship with Food and Body In today’s episode, Jessie closes out her GLP-1 series by discussing how using or considering a GLP-1 medication can impact your relationship with food, exercise, and body image, especially for those who’ve done body neutrality work or have a history of disordered eating.  --- If you liked this episode of To Birth and Beyond, tell your friends! Find us on Apple Podcasts and Spotify to rate/review/subscribe to the show. Want more? Visit www.ToBirthAndBeyond.com and follow us on Instagram @tobirthandbeyondpodcast! Thanks for listening and joining the conversation! --- Resources and References Part 1: Episode 454: Your Pelvic Floor on a GLP-1. What You Need to Know.Part 2: Episode 456: Strength Training on a GLP-1 – Why Lifting Matters More Than Ever Show Notes  03:50 – Understanding the nuances of deciding to start a GLP-1 08:58 – The relief of starting a GLP-1 and the fear that can come with it 11:55 – Can you trust your hunger cues? 13:47 – Navigating external praise about your body while holding your own personal history 15:51 – Questions to ask yourself when external praise becomes difficult to hear 16:23 – Navigating this topic during pregnancy, postpartum, and perimenopause 17:52 – Why we need to be talking about the complexities of GLP-1s 18:11 – Jessie’s encouragement for navigating the voices that can become part of your day-to-day life on a GLP-1 20:24 – Wrapping up with some final thoughts 22:44 – Jessie’s personal words of encouragement

  5. Aug 25

    Episode 457: 3 Ways to Get Rid of Hip, Pelvic, Back & Neck Pain When You Sleep During Pregnancy

    Episode 457: 3 Ways to Get Rid of Hip, Pelvic, Back & Neck Pain When You Sleep During Pregnancy In today’s episode, Anita shares 3 simple strategies to help promote more comfortable and supportive sleep while pregnant. You don’t have to settle for poor sleep or invest in an expensive pregnancy pillow! Anita has practical and easy to implement tips so you can be getting that much needed rest tonight. If you liked this episode of To Birth and Beyond, tell your friends! Find us on Apple Podcasts and Spotify to rate/review/subscribe to the show. Want more? Visit www.ToBirthAndBeyond.com and follow us on Instagram @tobirthandbeyondpodcast! Thanks for listening and joining the conversation! --- Resources and References Bump to Birth Method on-demand course: bumptobirthmethod.comInstagram Videos:Strategy 1: Turn in bed with less pain in pregnancyStrategy 2: Sleep Position with 2 pillowsStrategy 3: Towel roll for neck pain when sleepingAnita Instagram: @holistichealhphysio --- Show Notes  01:10 - Introduction to the episode 02:52 - Strategy #1 - How to get into bed and how to roll over once you’re in it 06:02 - Strategy #2 - Placing 2 pillows between the knees can be more supportive than 1 09:04 - Strategy #3 - For those with neck pain or numbness and tingling going down their arm 10:13 - Wrapping up the episode 11:17 - Bonus advice from Anita

  6. Aug 18

    Episode 456: Strength Training on a GLP-1. Why Lifting Matters More Than Ever

    Episode 456: Strength Training on a GLP-1 - Why Lifting Matters More Than Ever In today’s episode, Jessie provides evidence based information on why strength training is so important while on a GLP-1 and how it doesn’t erase what the medication is doing, but rather helps build healthier musculoskeletal, pelvic floor, bone mass and cardiovascular systems in your body. If you liked this episode of To Birth and Beyond, tell your friends! Find us on Apple Podcasts and Spotify to rate/review/subscribe to the show. Want more? Visit www.ToBirthAndBeyond.com and follow us on Instagram @tobirthandbeyondpodcast! Thanks for listening and joining the conversation! Resources and References Strong & Supported Online Training Program: jessiemundell.com/coaching-fitnessEpisode 454: Your Pelvic Floor on a GLP-1. What You Need to Know. Show Notes  00:08 - Introduction of todays episode 02:52 - Why is strength training so important, especially on a GLP-1 04:25 - Why you need to think about your musculoskeletal, pelvic, bone, cardiovascular health 08:17 - What is your body also rapidly losing beyond the weight 11:55 - How do I strength train?

  7. Aug 11

    Episode 455: Early Labour. What to Expect, What to Do & How to Know It's Started

    Episode 455: Early Labour: What to Expect, What to Do & How to Know It's Started In today’s episode, Anita is talking all about early labour. One of the most common questions she gets from expecting moms is: how do I know if labour started? What does it feel like? When should I call my provider or go to the hospital or birth center? So listen in as Anita shares her early birth stories, and covers the topic of early labour so you feel confident, prepared, and less anxious around labour starting and what it could look like. If you liked this episode of To Birth and Beyond, tell your friends! Find us on Apple Podcasts and Spotify to rate/review/subscribe to the show. Want more? Visit www.ToBirthAndBeyond.com and follow us on Instagram @tobirthandbeyondpodcast! Thanks for listening and joining the conversation! Resources and References Episode 379: Navigating the Transition Phase of LabourBump to Birth Method on-demand course: bumptobirthmethod.comMiles Circuit: www.milescircuit.com Show Notes  01:23 - Bump to Birth On Demand Prenatal Education Course 03:21 - Introduction into today’s episode 04:31 - A note for those who are being induced and a little advice 5:47 - Anita’s experience with early labour 7:27 - So what is “early labour”? 9:58 - Tips on what to do during early labour 15:40 - Signs that you’re moving into active labour. What to do and common misconceptions 18:27 - Prodromal labour and positions that could help 21:48 - Some helpful things your partners can do 22:40 - Wrapping up the episode

  8. Aug 4

    Episode 454: Your Pelvic Floor on a GLP-1. What You Need to Know.

    Your pelvic floor on a GLP-1 does feel the changes in muscle mass and gut motility. In today’s episode, Jessie dives into 2 side effects she’s seeing in clients. She will provide you with simple yet helpful solutions to guide you through while on GLP-1s.  If you liked this episode of To Birth and Beyond, tell your friends! Find us on Apple Podcasts and Spotify to rate/review/subscribe to the show. Want more? Visit www.ToBirthAndBeyond.com and follow us on Instagram @tobirthandbeyondpodcast! Thanks for listening and joining the conversation! Resources and References Bristol Stool Chart: my.clevelandclinic.org/health/articles/bristol-stool-chart Show Notes  00:00 - Intro to today’s episode 02:50 - What symptoms Jessie is seeing in her clients and the connection she seeing with GLP-1s 03:31 - Constipation. Why is this ramping up and what Jessie hopes you can achieve with your bowel movements 08:26 - Lack of exercise and why Jessie wants to keep exercise in your routine 10:51 - Concerns with muscle mass on GLP-1s 12:06 - Let’s talk about nutrition basics to help these symptoms 14:03 - Wrapping up

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On this show, we provide information and education on fitness, the pelvic floor, fertility, pregnancy, birth, postpartum, and pelvic health. We offer a space to have candid and vulnerable conversations on the struggles and joys of parenthood, including all aspects of our physical, mental, and emotional health.Hosted by Jessie Mundell - mom, Kinesiologist, and fitness coach to pregnant and current moms - and Anita Lambert - mom, pelvic health and orthopedic Physiotherapist with a focus on perinatal health.

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  • Creator
    Anita Lambert & Jessie Mundell
  • Years Active
    2018 - 2026
  • Episodes
    463
  • Rating
    Clean
  • Copyright
    © 2026 null All Rights Reserved.
  • Show Website
    To Birth and Beyond

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