How to Start Postpartum Rehab for Moms at Any Stage of Motherhood [episode 1]

Written By Karlie Causey
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In today's episode, I'm covering some of my most asked questions about postpartum rehab. How do you start? Where do you start? What's safe and most effective? I'm diving into all of it.

I've found that so many women don't know where to start and don't feel they have the time to do it. My goal is to break this down by sharing what postpartum rehab looks like and what that plan could be for you.

And I want you to know this episode is for you, no matter when you had your baby. Postpartum is forever; whether you're two weeks, two months, two years, or 20 years postpartum, you can heal your pelvic floor, core, and all things that may have changed during your pregnancy.

In this episode, How to Start Postpartum Rehab for Moms at Any Stage of Motherhood, I cover:

  • My story: how and why I started creating my postpartum rehab programs

  • Why I don't think you need to wait 6 weeks to start your postpartum healing

  • Starting off with breathing and bracing and 3 reasons why we do this

  • How to know when you're ready for more intensity

  • A reminder that ab separation is completely normal!

  • Taking it slow and paying attention to our own timelines

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More About the Every Mom is an Athlete Podcast:

Think postpartum only lasts a few months? Think again. Postpartum is forever—and no matter how long it’s been since you had your baby, this podcast is for you.

Are you a mom who used to feel strong and athletic—but now feels disconnected from your body?
Do you want to get back to lifting weights, running, or just moving your body and feeling like yourself again—but aren’t sure what’s safe or where to start?

Welcome to Every Mom Is an Athlete—the podcast that challenges the “bounce back” culture and redefines what strength looks like in motherhood.

I’m your host, Dr. Karlie Causey—pregnancy and postpartum expert, sports chiropractor, strength coach, entrepreneur, and mom of three. After years of helping athletic moms heal, train, and thrive after baby, I created this show to give you the tools, guidance, and truth you won’t get from social media scrolling or outdated advice.

Each week, you can expect to hear a combination of expert interviews, real talk with other moms, and solo episodes where we break down topics like: 

  • Postpartum recovery that actually works

  • Pelvic floor + core healing

  • How to return to strength training safely

  • What to do when your body feels completely different and foreign

  • Why motherhood itself is athletic—and how to own that

These episodes will leave you feeling grounded, confident, and empowered to move forward intentionally and powerfully—without the pressure to “bounce back.”

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