She Moves Podcast Jenna and Renee

Tis the season to be jolly and stay active...
Christmas is just around the corner, which means there are going to be cocktails, beers, pavlova and chocolate! And ohhh me gosh we are here for it!
We are all about enjoying and embracing this time of year but keeping balance too.
We know that this time of year can be tricky when navigating nutrition and exercise - it can easily go out the wazoo with so many social occasions and yummy food around...
So we are here to dish out all the tips and tricks to navigate the festive season while keeping your health and wellness in check. From indulging in guilt-free holiday treats to maintaining an active lifestyle amidst the celebrations! Jen shares invaluable insights on how to strike the perfect balance between merry-making and keeping those workouts in action!

Pelvic Girdle Pain during pregnancy and or postpartum is very common and....not fun! Affecting 29% to 50% of women during pregnancy and between 10% and 30% following birth, Pelvic Girdle Pain (PGP) can be a real pain in the butt (no pun intended). It can affect your everyday life, and jeepers, can it throw a curveball into your exercise routine! Within this episode Jen fills us in on what Pelvic Girdle Pain is, what causes it and dishes out some tips on how to tweak your exercise to deal with PGP. Whether you're a mama-to-be, a gym regular, or just someone dealing with pelvic discomfort, we've got your back. Tune in for some real talk and practical strategies to keep moving, even when PGP is trying to cramp your style.

Ren's 6 weeks postpartum and it's been a wild ride. In today's ep she talks all things about the magic 6-week check, spills the beans on what's actually covered, and gives us the scoop on getting the green light to start your return to exercise. Ren's not holding back – she's dishing out the deets on what really goes down during the postpartum check. Spoiler alert: It's not always what you'd hope for. It's a bit disappointing that here in NZ, the standard checkup routine 99.9% of the time doesn't give new mums the thorough once-over they deserve after growing and birthing a tiny human. BUT.. we've got your back, Ren shares tips on how to speak up for yourself and steps to take to ensure you get the care and support you need. Ren also gives us an inside look at her postpartum rehab journey (or lack thereof), her transparency is real and relatable, if you're a new mum, about to be one, or just curious about what postpartum life is really like, hit play!

Join us this week for an enjoyable, lighthearted chat with our Head Trainer, Julia! Julia's adorable son, Jack, is celebrating his first birthday soon, so Jen took the opportunity to sit down with her and hear about her first year of motherhood. From chats on sleep and breastfeeding to the challenging journey of rediscovering yourself as a mum, they cover it all! Julia shares what brings joy to her daily life, how she finds the time to move with a busy boy, and offers valuable tips on maintaining open communication with your partner throughout the first year of motherhood! This week's episode is packed with insights and so much warmth, we hope you love it!

Get our working out with kids mum hacks! In this week's episode Jen share's our top 5 tips on how to get your workouts done with little ones in tow! Jen delves into her own experiences, shares her hot tips and offers practical advice on maintaining your workout routine while embracing the chaos of motherhood. Find out how she works out with her tribe of 3 underfoot and learn about her attitude towards making the most of this phase of life! Jen emphasizes the importance of prioritizing your wellbeing without letting the pitter-patter of tiny feet hold you back and how exercising in front of your children is powerful role modeling, showcasing those little eyes that exercise is an amazing tool not only for physical health but mental health too! How cool that we as mums get to teach our children this? Tune in for mum-tested, expert-approved advice, a few lols and learn how to balance your fitness goals with the realities of motherhood.

October 1st, 2022 marked a milestone event for birthing parents in New Zealand - The Maternal Birth Injury Bill became effective; ACC legislation was amended to include a number of maternal birth injuries as personal accidents.
At She Moves we've seen first hand the long-lasting effects that Maternal birth injuries can have on women, so you betcha we were smiling ear to ear when we heard this news! The passing of this bill is such a pivotal step forward, enabling more kiwi women to access the treatment and support they deserve!
Within this episode we are joined by expert Pelvic Health Physios from Liberty Physio, who talk us through what this means for birthing parents in New Zealand – what's covered and what's not.
This is an essential listen for any new mum navigating a birth injury, ensuring she's well-informed about her entitlements and the support available..