We get asked all the time what the best exercises are for the pelvic floor muscles, and in today's episode we are going over it in detail! All women should know how to do this, and we think you will be surprised how simple and effective adding this into your routine!We will have 3 different types of episodes and one will drop each week on Mondays!Movement and educationMom life struggles and experiencesBusiness ownershipTake us for a walk, listen while you tackle some chores, or let us join you as you hustle your crew around town! Be sure to follow this podcast, share it with some mom friends, and let us know what you want to hear us chat about by connecting with us!Follow us on Instagram: @momsinmotionpodcast, @strong.mom.project, @jennperna_dptCheck out our websites:www.thestrongmomproject.comwww.vividwomenshealth.comEmail us: krista@thestrongmomproject.com, jenn@vividwomenshealth.com

As business owners we face objections from potential clients and patients regularly! We've developed pretty thick skin over the years but the thing is, when something is 'broken,' you have to be ready to fix it! Sometimes moms are not ready to actually take the leap and make changes and get the right help, but when they are, we will be there ready to go.If you or someone you know has been on the fence about making changes and getting better help that fits the needs of the season you are in, this episode might be just what you need to gain clarity and take that next step!Related episodes:#19 - Why a Pelvic Floor Specialist is a MUST for your PT and Fitness NeedsWe will have 3 different types of episodes and one will drop each week on Mondays!Movement and educationMom life struggles and experiencesBusiness ownershipTake us for a walk, listen while you tackle some chores, or let us join you as you hustle your crew around town! Be sure to follow this podcast, share it with some mom friends, and let us know what you want to hear us chat about by connecting with us!Follow us on Instagram: @momsinmotionpodcast, @strong.mom.project, @jennperna_dptCheck out our websites:www.thestrongmomproject.comwww.vividwomenshealth.comEmail us: krista@thestrongmomproject.com, jenn@vividwomenshealth.com

Moms, if you pee your pants when you jump, run, lift heavy, sneeze, or cough - this episode is for you! Yes, even if it's only sometimes, and yes, even if it's 'only a little bit,' you need to fully understand how and why this might be happening, and why waiting to get help is not the answer. Even if this has never been an issue for you  - education for the 'if and when' is really important! Be sure to share this episode with a friend and let's work together to keep everyone's underwear dry, and so we can wear colored leggings!We will have 3 different types of episodes and one will drop each week on Mondays!Movement and educationMom life struggles and experiencesBusiness ownershipTake us for a walk, listen while you tackle some chores, or let us join you as you hustle your crew around town! Be sure to follow this podcast, share it with some mom friends, and let us know what you want to hear us chat about by connecting with us!Follow us on Instagram: @momsinmotionpodcast, @strong.mom.project, @jennperna_dptCheck out our websites:www.thestrongmomproject.comwww.vividwomenshealth.comEmail us: krista@thestrongmomproject.com, jenn@vividwomenshealth.com

Owning small businesses has certainly not been the easiest decision we have made, but for so many reasons it's the decision we are most passionate about! No matter if you are a small business owner or customer of small businesses, you may not have considered all of the things (positive and negative) that go into supporting small businesses!We will have 3 different types of episodes and one will drop each week on Mondays!Movement and educationMom life struggles and experiencesBusiness ownershipTake us for a walk, listen while you tackle some chores, or let us join you as you hustle your crew around town! Be sure to follow this podcast, share it with some mom friends, and let us know what you want to hear us chat about by connecting with us!Follow us on Instagram: @momsinmotionpodcast, @strong.mom.project, @jennperna_dptCheck out our websites:www.thestrongmomproject.comwww.vividwomenshealth.comEmail us: krista@thestrongmomproject.com, jenn@vividwomenshealth.com

All the hype around baby showers, sprinkles, and 'visiting' new moms is a bunch of BS. There is so much focus on the new baby, and SO much money spent, and no one is taking good enough care of mom and offering to help fund the services she really needs. In this episode we push back against traditional showers, and help soon-to-be moms (and the organizers of showers for soon-to-be moms) prioritize what will actually help support them in their postpartum journey. Be sure to share this episode with an expecting mom, or even that family member who has only ever gifted monogrammed blankets.We will have 3 different types of episodes and one will drop each week on Mondays!Movement and educationMom life struggles and experiencesBusiness ownershipTake us for a walk, listen while you tackle some chores, or let us join you as you hustle your crew around town! Be sure to follow this podcast, share it with some mom friends, and let us know what you want to hear us chat about by connecting with us!Follow us on Instagram: @momsinmotionpodcast, @strong.mom.project, @jennperna_dptCheck out our websites:www.thestrongmomproject.comwww.vividwomenshealth.comEmail us: krista@thestrongmomproject.com, jenn@vividwomenshealth.com

Pelvic organ prolapse is something many women struggle with. Understandably, it can be scary, confusing, and bring on a lot of fear around exercise and activities of daily living. If you are struggling with POP, this episode aims to give you the education you need to know that you can feel like yourself again!We will have 3 different types of episodes and one will drop each week on Mondays!Movement and educationMom life struggles and experiencesBusiness ownershipTake us for a walk, listen while you tackle some chores, or let us join you as you hustle your crew around town! Be sure to follow this podcast, share it with some mom friends, and let us know what you want to hear us chat about by connecting with us!Follow us on Instagram: @momsinmotionpodcast, @strong.mom.project, @jennperna_dptCheck out our websites:www.thestrongmomproject.comwww.vividwomenshealth.comEmail us: krista@thestrongmomproject.com, jenn@vividwomenshealth.com

This week is part 2 of our guest episode series with local water safety expert Jenna Porcelli! This week she explains exactly what ISR is, why the method caters to the way children learn best, and what the commitment looks like for parents. Krista and Jenn both have children who are ISR grads, and we also both have experience with traditional swim lessons. If you aren't sure where to start with swim lessons for your child, but you know you need to do something, the info Jenna shares will help you decide what is the best fit for your family and what to look for in quality lessons, even if you don't choose ISR!You can connect with Jenna by following along on IG @lowerbucksISR, and the best way to get information about working with her is to send an email to j.porcelli@infantswim.com. Info will be automatically sent to you immediately. Check out her website at https://www.lowerbucksisr.com/ which includes FAQs about ISR lessons.We will have 3 different types of episodes and one will drop each week on Mondays!Movement and educationMom life struggles and experiencesBusiness ownershipTake us for a walk, listen while you tackle some chores, or let us join you as you hustle your crew around town! Be sure to follow this podcast, share it with some mom friends, and let us know what you want to hear us chat about by connecting with us!Follow us on Instagram: @momsinmotionpodcast, @strong.mom.project, @jennperna_dptCheck out our websites:www.thestrongmomproject.comwww.vividwomenshealth.comEmail us: krista@thestrongmomproject.com, jenn@vividwomenshealth.com

We are thrilled to welcome our first guest to the Moms In Motion Podcast, Jenna Porcelli! Jenna is an ISR instructor and local swim safety expert. Since all parents are concerned about preparing themselves, their backyards, and their children for swimming this time of year, we wanted to support you in this effort by having Jenna join us!No matter if your child(ren) are just babies, comfortable or uncomfortable in the water, or skilled swimmers, there are still so many great tips and takeaways in this episode that no parent can afford to miss as we head into Summer! Be sure to use this episode to prepare for recreational swimming or a vacation this summer, and for sure to prepare for the dangers of non-swim time. We hope you will share it with a friend, babysitter, nanny, or family member so we can all have a safer Summer with our kids!You can connect with Jenna by following along on IG @lowerbucksISR, and the best way to get information about working with her is to send an email to j.porcelli@infantswim.com, and info will be automatically sent to you immediately. Check out her website at https://www.lowerbucksisr.com/ which includes FAQs about ISR lessons.We will have 3 different types of episodes and one will drop each week on Mondays!Movement and educationMom life struggles and experiencesBusiness ownershipTake us for a walk, listen while you tackle some chores, or let us join you as you hustle your crew around town! Be sure to follow this podcast, share it with some mom friends, and let us know what you want to hear us chat about by connecting with us!Follow us on Instagram: @momsinmotionpodcast, @strong.mom.project, @jennperna_dptCheck out our websites:www.thestrongmomproject.comwww.vividwomenshealth.comEmail us: krista@thestrongmomproject.com, jenn@vividwomenshealth.com

When pelvic floor issues arise, you can bet there are plenty of 'devices' available that target the motherhood population during the most vulnerable times. The promises to resolve these issues for busy moms who are desperate for help cost money, time, and do not get the long term (not to mention functional) results moms need to live the life they want.In this episode, we explain exactly how these devices claim to work, and help you weed through the promises to better understand how to actually get the results you are looking for. Don't waste your time and money on something that sounds too good to be true until you listen to this episode!We will have 3 different types of episodes and one will drop each week on Mondays!Movement and educationMom life struggles and experiencesBusiness ownershipTake us for a walk, listen while you tackle some chores, or let us join you as you hustle your crew around town! Be sure to follow this podcast, share it with some mom friends, and let us know what you want to hear us chat about by connecting with us!Follow us on Instagram: @momsinmotionpodcast, @strong.mom.project, @jennperna_dptCheck out our websites:www.thestrongmomproject.comwww.vividwomenshealth.comEmail us: krista@thestrongmomproject.com, jenn@vividwomenshealth.com

Diastasis Recti can be a scary topic! With all the bad info floating around, it's no wonder this condition can bring on a lot of fear. We are here today to assure you that having a diastasis is not the worst thing that can happen to you, and that it is actually a very normal part of pregnancy. In this episode, we will bust the common myths, help you let go of the fear around it, and tell you how to go about rebuilding your core so you can do any exercise you enjoy and feel good about it.Please DM or email us if you have any questions!We will have 3 different types of episodes and one will drop each week on Mondays!Movement and educationMom life struggles and experiencesBusiness ownershipTake us for a walk, listen while you tackle some chores, or let us join you as you hustle your crew around town! Be sure to follow this podcast, share it with some mom friends, and let us know what you want to hear us chat about by connecting with us!Follow us on Instagram: @momsinmotionpodcast, @strong.mom.project, @jennperna_dptCheck out our websites:www.thestrongmomproject.comwww.vividwomenshealth.comEmail us: krista@thestrongmomproject.com, jenn@vividwomenshealth.com

We are celebrating our 20th episode! 20 went by so fast and we have no plans to stop delivering you information and advice you need to thrive as a mom.We are starting with some life updates including a big announcement! Motherhood is always a wild ride and we can't wait to take you on this upcoming journey with us.Has a provider ever given you advice that just feels crazy, inappropriate, rude, or just downright wrong? Well, we've heard it all through our patients and clients! If this part of the episode is something you can relate to, send us a DM or email and tell us about it. While you are at it, if you would take 2 minutes to help us celebrate 20 episodes by leaving is a rating AND a review, we would really appreciate the love!We will have 3 different types of episodes and one will drop each week on Mondays!Movement and educationMom life struggles and experiencesBusiness ownershipTake us for a walk, listen while you tackle some chores, or let us join you as you hustle your crew around town! Be sure to follow this podcast, share it with some mom friends, and let us know what you want to hear us chat about by connecting with us!Follow us on Instagram: @momsinmotionpodcast, @strong.mom.project, @jennperna_dptCheck out our websites:www.thestrongmomproject.comwww.vividwomenshealth.comEmail us: krista@thestrongmomproject.com, jenn@vividwomenshealth.com

Moms - if you've ever seen an orthopedic PT or personal trainer that doesn't specialize in pregnancy, postpartum and pelvic floor needs and you didn't get everything you need out of it... listen up! More visits, more copays, or heavier weights isn't the answer - a provider who specializes on your exact needs as a mom, is!When moms complain about back pain, hip pain, rib pain, etc they often see an orthopedic PT. When moms are struggling with getting their strength or endurance back, or trying to 'lost the baby weight' they often run to Orange Theory, hop on the Peloton, or hire the first personal trainer available at the gym. The best physical therapist for moms, even moms with issues that they assume are completely unrelated, is a Pelvic Floor Physical Therapist. The best personal trainer for pregnant and postpartum women, even if they are years postpartum, and even if they are currently not experiencing issues, is one who is specializes in pelvic floor function. In today's episode you will learn all about how extensive the list is of everything PFPTs treat, and why the fitness industry is the wild west when it comes to adequately supporting moms. If you are feeling our passion for this topic, please be sure to leave a rating AND a review - we appreciate it so much!We will have 3 different types of episodes and one will drop each week on Mondays!Movement and educationMom life struggles and experiencesBusiness ownershipTake us for a walk, listen while you tackle some chores, or let us join you as you hustle your crew around town! Be sure to follow this podcast, share it with some mom friends, and let us know what you want to hear us chat about by connecting with us.Follow us on Instagram: @momsinmotionpodcast, @strong.mom.project, @jennperna_dptCheck out our websites:www.thestrongmomproject.comwww.vividwomenshealth.comEmail us: krista@thestrongmomproject.com, jenn@vividwomenshealth.com

If you experience painful intercourse, you are not alone! What you might be surprised to learn is that understanding how to improve your pelvic floor function can lead to greater satisfaction in the bedroom. No matter if the discomfort is caused by postpartum hormones, perimenopause, tension, or trauma, this episode will certainly open your eyes to ways to improve your experience!Linked episodes: #17 - Kegels, and #16 - Habits 101We will have 3 different types of episodes and one will drop each week on Mondays!Movement and educationMom life struggles and experiencesBusiness ownershipTake us for a walk, listen while you tackle some chores, or let us join you as you hustle your crew around town! Be sure to follow this podcast, share it with some mom friends, and let us know what you want to hear us chat about by connecting with us!Follow us on Instagram: @momsinmotionpodcast, @strong.mom.project, @jennperna_dptCheck out our websites:www.thestrongmomproject.comwww.vividwomenshealth.comEmail us: krista@thestrongmomproject.com, jenn@vividwomenshealth.com

Have you ever beat yourself up for not doing your Kegels? Did you know that doing kegels may not help solve whatever pelvic floor problems you are experiencing AND can sometimes make them worse? Before you do more kegels, listen to this episode! Today, we are going over what a kegel contraction actually is, where the idea came from, and why kegels are not the magic fix for pelvic floor issues such as incontinence. Yes, even if your provider told you to do them.Be sure to share this episode with your mom friends and family members - there is a lot of bad information floating around about kegels!We will have 3 different types of episodes and one will drop each week on Mondays!Movement and educationMom life struggles and experiencesBusiness ownershipTake us for a walk, listen while you tackle some chores, or let us join you as you hustle your crew around town! Be sure to follow this podcast, share it with some mom friends, and let us know what you want to hear us chat about by connecting with us!Follow us on Instagram: @momsinmotionpodcast, @strong.mom.project, @jennperna_dptCheck out our websites:www.thestrongmomproject.comwww.vividwomenshealth.comEmail us: krista@thestrongmomproject.com, jenn@vividwomenshealth.com

Today, we are talking all things habits, and how (and how not) to actually make change happen. Habits can lead to pain, tension, discomfort and symptoms, but also can lead to improved posture, strength, endurance, and helping you feel amazing! You just have to be moving yourself in the right direction!If you are wanting to feel more like yourself again, and maybe you feel like you've tried a lot of different things without success, this is a must listen! It's no secret that any change you want to make takes time, patience and strategy.... and we totally understand how frustrating it can be as a busy mom when you have none of those things! We hope this episode will make how to get the results you want a little clearer, and bust all the myths you may have heard about one-size-fits-all solutions to issues many moms struggle with. We will have 3 different types of episodes and one will drop each week on Mondays!Movement and educationMom life struggles and experiencesBusiness ownershipTake us for a walk, listen while you tackle some chores, or let us join you as you hustle your crew around town! Be sure to follow this podcast, share it with some mom friends, and let us know what you want to hear us chat about by connecting with us!Follow us on Instagram: @momsinmotionpodcast, @strong.mom.project, @jennperna_dptCheck out our websites:www.thestrongmomproject.comwww.vividwomenshealth.comEmail us: krista@thestrongmomproject.com, jenn@vividwomenshealth.com

Today, we are talking all things c-sections! There is so much that goes into the physical and emotional recovery of a birth already, and c-sections (especially if they are unplanned) can throw moms for a whole different loop. When the average mom has a c-section, there is usually so much that goes unknown about the delivery, the initial recovery, and how having a c-section can still affect the pelvic floor muscles, not to mention the function of other body parts, longer term.If you have had a c-section yourself this is a MUST LISTEN, and if you are preparing yourself for the possibility of your desired vaginal birth not going as planned (which you should), it's a good idea to learn more about this method of delivery just in case. We would love to hear - what blows your mind about this episode? Anything?We will have 3 different types of episodes and one will drop each week on Mondays!Movement and educationMom life struggles and experiencesBusiness ownershipTake us for a walk, listen while you tackle some chores, or let us join you as you hustle your crew around town! Be sure to follow this podcast, share it with some mom friends, and let us know what you want to hear us chat about by connecting with us!Follow us on Instagram: @momsinmotionpodcast, @strong.mom.project, @jennperna_dptCheck out our websites:www.thestrongmomproject.comwww.vividwomenshealth.comEmail us: krista@thestrongmomproject.com, jenn@vividwomenshealth.com

In today’s episode we are clueing you in on 8 different things you might be doing that are wrecking havoc on your pelvic floor muscles. Most women (so probably you) have no idea that their daily habits are negatively affecting pelvic floor function so significantly!We aren’t just talking about the way you exercise, and maybe you aren’t even having an issue…. yet. In fact, most of these tendencies are things you may be doing while you take care of your kids, work, heck even brush your teeth! We hope you are able to better support your pelvic floor starting this week just by paying attention to your tendencies! Be sure to share this one, literally every single mom needs to hear this.We will have 3 different types of episodes and one will drop each week on Mondays!Movement and educationMom life struggles and experiencesBusiness ownershipTake us for a walk, listen while you tackle some chores, or let us join you as you hustle your crew around town! Be sure to follow this podcast, share it with some mom friends, and let us know what you want to hear us chat about by connecting with us!Follow us on Instagram: @momsinmotionpodcast, @strong.mom.project, @jennperna_dptCheck out our websites:www.thestrongmomproject.comwww.vividwomenshealth.comEmail us: krista@thestrongmomproject.com, jenn@vividwomenshealth.com

Today, we are talking about progressing your fitness! We both work so hard on this with clients and patients because mom life requires strength and stability to be able to take care of your family pain and symptom free, so appropriate progression is a must! We are not talking just doing 1 mile of running vs 5, or graduating from 3lb DBs to 5s... we are going through how to get the absolute most out of any effort you are putting into moving your body, because busy mom life doesn't have time for anything less.If you feel like you stalled in your fitness, go through this checklist with us to help you decide what you are ready to progress with! Results don't come from just doing glute bridges postpartum, or lifting weights that are not even as heavy as your kids, so we hope this info gives you the courage to try new things and get the most out of your workouts!We will have 3 different types of episodes and one will drop each week on Mondays!Movement and educationMom life struggles and experiencesBusiness ownershipTake us for a walk, listen while you tackle some chores, or let us join you as you hustle your crew around town! Be sure to follow this podcast, share it with some mom friends, and let us know what you want to hear us chat about by connecting with us!Follow us on Instagram: @momsinmotionpodcast, @strong.mom.project, @jennperna_dptCheck out our websites:www.thestrongmomproject.comwww.vividwomenshealth.comEmail us: krista@thestrongmomproject.com, jenn@vividwomenshealth.com

The topics we discuss in this episode always get us fired up! There are so many things to love about business ownership, and also some things that give us a lot of stress that we rarely discuss on social media. If you are interested in knowing a little bit more about the work we do behind the scenes and why we have made certain decisions for our businesses, this episode is for you! If you have more questions about the topics we discuss or want to hear more episodes like this one, be sure to let us know!We will have 3 different types of episodes and one will drop each week on Mondays!Movement and educationMom life struggles and experiencesBusiness ownershipTake us for a walk, listen while you tackle some chores, or let us join you as you hustle your crew around town! Be sure to follow this podcast, share it with some mom friends, and let us know what you want to hear us chat about by connecting with us!Follow us on Instagram: @momsinmotionpodcast, @strong.mom.project, @jennperna_dptCheck out our websites:www.thestrongmomproject.comwww.vividwomenshealth.comEmail us: krista@thestrongmomproject.com, jenn@vividwomenshealth.com

Today, we are taking all things productivity! It's a tough concept to wrap your head around as a mom, because every day there are so many things trying to derail your efforts! We get it, and we have the same struggles.We have a few ideas to help you better prioritize and stay on task, and also help you decide what needs to stay and what can just go! We are positive that implementing even just one of these ideas will help you feel like you are crushing the week, instead of the week crushing you. Let us know if anything helps you right the ship this week!We will have 3 different types of episodes and one will drop each week on Mondays!Movement and educationMom life struggles and experiencesBusiness ownershipTake us for a walk, listen while you tackle some chores, or let us join you as you hustle your crew around town! Be sure to follow this podcast, share it with some mom friends, and let us know what you want to hear us chat about by connecting with us!Follow us on Instagram: @momsinmotionpodcast, @strong.mom.project, @jennperna_dptCheck out our websites:www.thestrongmomproject.comwww.vividwomenshealth.comEmail us: krista@thestrongmomproject.com, jenn@vividwomenshealth.com