Why 'Bouncing Back' Is Overrated: Redefining Postpartum Fitness by Nourishing Your Body and Mind

Empower 2 Heal

Season 2 Episode 30

Why 'Bouncing Back' Is Overrated: Redefining Postpartum Fitness by Nourishing Your Body and Mind with Amanda Casillo

In this enlightening episode, Empower 2 Heal Podcast Host Dena Tibsherany is joined by Amanda Casillo of Fit by Amanda, a fitness and nutrition coach specializing in pre and postpartum wellness. They dive deep into the relationship between food, fitness, and how our bodies communicate with us, particularly during and after pregnancy. Amanda shares her journey, insights on mindful eating, and practical strategies for reconnecting with your body, understanding its signals, and nourishing it in ways that promote both physical and mental well-being.

What We're Talking About:

1. Amanda’s Background and Passion for Wellness:

• Amanda shares her journey from being a fitness enthusiast to specializing in pre and postpartum wellness. She discusses how her personal experiences and passion for helping women navigate the challenges of pregnancy and postpartum periods led her to this field.

2. Mindful Eating and Body Awareness:

• The importance of slowing down and truly savoring your food. Amanda talks about how mindful eating can transform your relationship with food, reduce overeating, and help you listen to your body’s true needs.

3. Understanding Food Cravings and Emotional Eating:

• Amanda explains how food cravings, especially for high-sugar or high-fat foods, are often tied to emotional states or nutritional deficiencies. She provides strategies for identifying and addressing the root causes of cravings.

4. The Impact of Pregnancy on Eating Habits and Body Image:

• Dena and Amanda discuss the challenges of maintaining a healthy relationship with food during pregnancy and the postpartum period. They touch on issues like food aversions, nausea, and the psychological impact of not being able to eat as you normally would.

5. The Role of Nutrition in Postpartum Recovery:

• Nutrition plays a crucial role in postpartum recovery, from healing physically to supporting mental health. Amanda shares tips on how to nourish your body during this critical time, even when traditional eating habits are disrupted.

6. Exercise During Pregnancy and Postpartum:

• Amanda breaks down the benefits of staying active during pregnancy and the postpartum period, debunking myths and offering practical advice on how to safely incorporate exercise into your routine.

7. Amanda’s Programs and How to Work with Her:

• Amanda introduces her virtual coaching program, “Mindset Over Matter,” which combines fitness, nutrition, and mindset coaching tailored to pregnant and postpartum women. She also discusses her group program, “Mindset of Mommy,” designed to support women through the various stages of pregnancy and postpartum.

Take Action: If you found this episode helpful, please share it with other moms or moms-to-be who might benefit from Amanda’s wisdom. Don’t forget to subscribe to the podcast for more episodes that empower you to navigate motherhood with confidence and care.

LINKS MENTIONED:

⁠The Empowered Mamas Club⁠⁠⁠

⁠⁠The Empowered First Year: Postpartum Prep Course

Connect with Amanda Casillo:

• Website: fitbyamanda.com

• Instagram: @fitbyamanda.az

• Email: [e-mail]

Ways to Reach Dena Tibsherany:

[e-mail]

⁠www.oneworldempowered.com⁠

⁠www.instagram.com/empower2heal⁠

⁠https://www.youtube.com/@oneworldempowered⁠

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