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Pregnancy, Birth and Recovery: Kath Baquie from FitNest Mama
The Pregnancy, Birth & Recovery Podcast helps you enjoy a healthy pregnancy, feel confident for childbirth, and recover well after birth. Hosted by physiotherapist Kath Baquie from FitNest Mama, you’ll hear practical tips, expert interviews, and real-life birth stories designed to support and inspire you.
We cover everything from staying active during pregnancy, to caring for your pelvic floor and core, to rebuilding strength after birth—so you can get back to doing what you love, with your little one by your side.
FitNest Mama also offers online workouts and resources to guide you through pregnancy and postnatal recovery.
Disclaimer: This podcast provides general information only and does not replace individual medical advice. For resources and freebies visit fitnestmama.com
or find Kath on Instagram @kathbaquie.physio
Pregnancy, Birth and Recovery: Kath Baquie from FitNest Mama
Birth Story - Ellen [positive, calm, vaginal birth, TENS, perineal massage]
A calm, spontaneous birth, pelvic girdle pain tips, and a recovery journey led by intuition and support.
In this episode, Ellen—a women’s health physio and first-time mum—shares her positive birth story, offering real-life insight into pregnancy challenges, natural labour, and early postpartum life.
Whether you’re pregnant, preparing for birth, or newly postpartum, this episode is filled with wisdom, warmth, and practical takeaways.
What we cover in this episode:
- Managing pelvic girdle pain in the second and third trimester
- Ellen’s experience with perineal massage and pelvic floor preparation
- How she used a TENS machine for labour pain relief
- The story of her spontaneous vaginal birth at 39+2 weeks
- Breathing techniques and movement during labour
- Why mindset matters - and how she reframed pain
- How her husband supported her through birth
- Early postnatal recovery and rebuilding strength
- Navigating mastitis and a breast abscess in the fourth trimester
- Why Ellen joined FitNest Mama two weeks postpartum - even as a physio herself
LINKS:
Preparing for birth Pelvic health checklist
Free 7 Day Trial Pregnancy Workouts
Free 7 Day Trial Postnatal Workouts
Instagram @kathbaquie.physio
1:1 Consultation with Physio Kath at Hatched House
** This podcast has general information only. Always seek the guidance of your doctor or other qualified health professional with any questions or concerns you may have regarding your health or medical condition.
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