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The Healthy Post Natal Body Podcast

Peter Lap

With Post-natal expert Peter Lap. Peter waffles on about everything related to Post-Natal health and exercise. I answer any question listeners send in and regularly have great, expert, guests on. From exercise, diet and mindset all the way down to the smaller things (such as congratulating you for not yet having thrown your tantrum throwing toddler out of a window) Not suitable for kids :)

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August 3 · 1 hr 3 min
FTV; Fitness After 40 with Brad Williams
Send us Fan Mail FTV; In this week's episode I am joined by Personal trainer, gym owner, podcast host and all-round good guy Brad Williams. California based Brad specialises in working with men and women over 40 and we talk about the differences that he sees in how someone over 40 should eat and train compared to someone in their 20s. Some of the things we touch on are; Life is different for the over 40s but how does this impact exercise? Is it more difficult for someone over 40s to get the same results as someone in their 20s? Why the hormone levels of the over 40s must be taken into account when training/aiming for certain results. Should you eat differently past 40? What food go on his eat or don't eat list? Which foods should you always try to buy organic? What supplementation does Brad recommend for someone over 40? and much, much more. Check out Brad's amazing "Over 40 fitness hacks" podcast As always; HPNB still only has 5 billing cycles. So this means that you not only get 3 months FREE access, no obligation! BUT, if you decide you want to do the rest of the program, after only 5 months of paying $10/£8 a month you now get FREE LIFE TIME ACCESS! That's $50 max spend, in case you were wondering. Though I'm not terribly active on Instagram and Facebook you can follow us there. I am however active on Threads so find me there! And, of course, you can always find us on our YouTube channel if you like your podcast in video form :) Visit healthypostnatalbody.com and get 3 months completely FREE access. No sales, no commitment, no BS. Email peter@healthypostnatalbody.com if you have any questions, comments or want to suggest a guest/topic
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July 27 · 1 hr 5 min
Vaccines, what EXACTLY are they and how do they REALLY work? With Dr Michael T Myers Jr MD
Send us Fan Mail This week I am delighted to finally bring you the interview I did with Dr Michael T Myers Jr MD about vaccines. Just to let you know who he is; Dr. Michael T. Myers Jr., MD was the Chief of Primary Care, Pediatrics, and Practice Transformation for Summit Health New Jersey, one of the state’s largest medical groups, before he retired in 2025. A physician leader with more than 35 years of experience in medical group practice management, public health initiatives, and health care consulting, Dr. Myers has held leadership positions at Partners HealthCare in Boston (now Mass General Brigham), Blue Cross Blue Shield of Massachusetts, and PricewaterhouseCoopers. During the COVID-19 pandemic, he served as COVID-19 scientific consultant to Stonehill College in Easton, Massachusetts, and was appointed Adjunct Lecturer. His first book, COVID-ology: A Field Guide [CRC Press |2022], is an academic title for college health and science majors, was released in December 2022. Dr. Myers completed his primary care residency at Mount Auburn Hospital in Cambridge, Massachusetts, and received his MD from Harvard, BA from Johns Hopkins, and MBA from Northeastern University. He is now the author of "The Vaccine Bible" an absolute must-have for anyone even remotely interested in kid's health, vaccines and general health. We are talking EVERYTHING to do with vaccines. Why the vaccine schedule is what it is (Why are there soo many shots??) What vaccines really are, and what they do. What are measles and why is there a flare-up in the number of cases. Why we see an uptick in the number of vaccine hesitant people? How do you asses the risk of a vaccine Vs the risk of an illness? and much, MUCH more. As I've been saying on the podcast for weeks, I had a great conversation with him on this and am delighted that I'm able to release this just before his book gets published (tomorrow!) You can buy the Vaccine Bible at all your good bookstores, just go click on this link (The ebook is an absolute insane bargain!) Or head to Amazon Barnes and Noble Bookshop As always; HPNB still only has 5 billing cycles. So this means that you not only get 3 months FREE access, no obligation! BUT, if you decide you want to do the rest of the program, after only 5 months of paying $10/£8 a month you now get FREE LIFE TIME ACCESS! That's $50 max spend, in case you were wondering. Though I'm not terribly active on Instagram and Facebook you can follow us there. I am however active on Threads so find me there! And, of course, you can always find us on our YouTube channel if you like your podcast in video form :) Visit healthypostnatalbody.com and get 3 months completely FREE access. No sales, no commitment, no BS. Email peter@healthypostnatalbody.com if you have any questions, comments or want to suggest a guest/topic Playing us out this week, more Dresden the Flamingo
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July 20 · 26 min
Is C-section recovery different? And GLP-1 meds postpartum??????
Send us Fan Mail This week, fresh off the press, I am talking about C-section recovery and GLP-1 Medication. I've had some questions and articles sent to me about both so thoughtit'd be nice to cover the topics. Is C-section recovery really that different from a vaginal birth recovery that you need a different program? Why you should always, ALWAYS, see a pelvic floor physio postpartum, even if you've had a C-section. With regards to GLP-1 meds; Why it's not a great idea at all to start these postpartum. Why I always tell people to NOT focus on weightloss postpartum And, why it's a very troubling trend to see companies starting to sell these for PP weightloss. And more. As always; HPNB is, and always will be, FREE for 3 months. If you decide you want to do the rest of the program, after only 5 months of paying $10/£8 a month you now get FREE LIFE TIME ACCESS! That's $50 max spend, in case you were wondering. Though I'm not terribly active on Instagram and Facebook you can follow us there. I am however active on Threads so find me there! And, of course, you can always find us on our YouTube channel if you like your podcast in video form :) Visit healthypostnatalbody.com and get 3 months completely FREE access. No sales, no commitment, no BS. Email peter@healthypostnatalbody.com if you have any questions, comments or want to suggest a guest/topic
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July 13 · 1 hr 7 min
FTV Stop the yelling Interview with Child Behavior Specialist Laura Reardon
Send us Fan Mail FTV On this week's episode I am joined by Laura Reardon Laura Reardon is a certified Child Behaviour Specialist, she is trained as an Emotion Coach, Childhood Anxiety Coach, and Parent Coach, and she’s the founder of Laura Reardon Coaching. Laura helps parents who feel frustrated, worried, and unsure how to respond when their kid reacts to their big emotions like anger and anxiety and their big behaviors like lashing out and shutting down. We talk about a wide-range of things. What is Emotional Intelligence? Can it be taught? Why do children respond differently to big events happening in their life than adults do? Why is it completely normal for kids to "over-react"? How can you help your kids process the big emotions better? Why it makes sense to treat every child differently and take a personalised approach to raising kids. You can find Laura in all the usual places. Her lovely website where you can find a tonne more information. Facebook Instagram As always; HPNB is, and always will be, FREE for 3 months. If you decide you want to do the rest of the program, after only 5 months of paying $10/£8 a month you now get FREE LIFE TIME ACCESS! That's $50 max spend, in case you were wondering. Though I'm not terribly active on Instagram and Facebook you can follow us there. I am however active on Threads so find me there! And, of course, you can always find us on our YouTube channel if you like your podcast in video form :) Visit healthypostnatalbody.com and get 3 months completely FREE access. No sales, no commitment, no BS. Email peter@healthypostnatalbody.com if you have any questions, comments or want to suggest a guest/topic Playing us out; "garden song" by Shimmer
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July 6 · 59 min
Understanding RED-S And Why Your Period Matters with Allison Yamamoto
Send us Fan Mail From the vault, as promised last week, an episode I did a while ago. Did you know that overtraining/undereating and and the exercise/food balance can impact your menstrual cycle, bone health, and mental health? Especially for women who's body has just gone through an intense, and often traumatic, experience like pregnancy and giving birth this can really have a huge impact on your health. You're seemingly doing "everything right" yet feel like you're struggling all the time and even your menstrual cycle can get messed up. RED-S (Relative Energy Deficiency in Sport) is much more common in postpartum women than you might think and Allison Yamamoto has very kindly agreed to come onto my little show to talk about this. We talk about the causes of RED-S. How society's pressures on women can cause women to, unknowingly, be sabotaging their own health. How a "I have to do everything" approach is actually holding you back and impacting your health. How a workaholic lifestyle, which most postpartum women have (when's the last time YOU had a break?) leads to issues And, of course, we discuss the solution! Allison is absolutely amazing and I have no doubt you'll be very happy that you listened to this episode. You can find her in all the usual places; Her website Instagram And TikTok for you cool kids As always; HPNB is, and always will be, FREE for 3 months. If you decide you want to do the rest of the program, after only 5 months of paying $10/£8 a month you now get FREE LIFE TIME ACCESS! That's $50 max spend, in case you were wondering. Though I'm not terribly active on Instagram and Facebook you can follow us there. I am however active on Threads so find me there! And, of course, you can always find us on our YouTube channel if you like your podcast in video form :) Visit healthypostnatalbody.com and get 3 months completely FREE access. No sales, no commitment, no BS. Email peter@healthypostnatalbody.com if you have any questions, comments or want to suggest a guest/topic Playing us out this week; "Stay up high" by Thruline
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June 29 · 22 min
Stop Overpaying For "Premium Baby Formula"
Send us Fan Mail "Now with added Vit-D", "Helps support a healthy immune system" all these things basically mean one thing "This is more expensive". The baby formula industry is worth an astonishing $83BILLION a year. So should you buy "premium baby formula"? Is it worth the money? Or is the "regular stuff" actually fine? We all want what's best for our babies and we know a lot, if not most, women are concerned that they don't produce enough breastmilk for their baby. So supplementation seems the natural way to go but, where there's money to be made there are dubious claims out there. So in this, rather short, episode I'll quickly go over some issues with these claims and explain why you're perfectly fine with normal baby formula, if your baby is healthy. Here's the episode I did with Allison Yamamoto about Red-S As always; HPNB still only has 5 billing cycles. So this means that you not only get 3 months FREE access, no obligation! BUT, if you decide you want to do the rest of the program, after only 5 months of paying $10/£8 a month you now get FREE LIFE TIME ACCESS! That's $50 max spend, in case you were wondering. Though I'm not terribly active on Instagram and Facebook you can follow us there. I am however active on Threads so find me there! And, of course, you can always find us on our YouTube channel if you like your podcast in video form :) Visit healthypostnatalbody.com and get 3 months completely FREE access. No sales, no commitment, no BS. Email peter@healthypostnatalbody.com if you have any questions, comments or want to suggest a guest/topic Playing us out this week, more Dresden the Flamingo
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June 22 · 55 min
FTV Does exercise impact breastmilk production? Nutrition and fitness strategies with Ashley P Lambert
Send us Fan Mail A From the Vault episode this week before I do an episode next week on baby formula. Are you concerned about your breastmilk production or have you heard that exercise can negatively impact on it? This week I have the please to sit down with expert Ashley P. Lambert to dispel myths and offer practical advice for new moms facing these challenges. Our conversation cuts through the misinformation surrounding exercise's impact on breast milk production and underlines the fundamental role of nutrition, particularly protein, in supporting lactation. We tackle the anxieties that can cloud this joyful time, offering insights into the necessity of intentional eating for both mother and child's well-being. And, of course, we touch on the rights and wrongs of postpartum exercise. Ashley is a joy to talk, and listen to, so I'm sure you're going to love this episode. You can find Ashley everywhere you have an internet connection; Her website (where you can also find her program) Her Instagram (where you definitely should go to follow her) As always; HPNB still only has 5 billing cycles. So this means that you not only get 3 months FREE access, no obligation! BUT, if you decide you want to do the rest of the program, after only 5 months of paying $10/£8 a month you now get FREE LIFE TIME ACCESS! That's $50 max spend, in case you were wondering. Though I'm not terribly active on Instagram and Facebook you can follow us there. I am however active on Threads so find me there! And, of course, you can always find us on our YouTube channel if you like your podcast in video form :) Visit healthypostnatalbody.com and get 3 months completely FREE access. No sales, no commitment, no BS. Email peter@healthypostnatalbody.com if you have any questions, comments or want to suggest a guest/topic Playing us out this week; "I fell into heaven" by Oliver Penny
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June 15 · 54 min
A Paraplegic Mom On Labour, Birth, And Recovery. With Ryan Rae Harbuck
Send us Fan Mail FTV; She didn’t feel contractions, and she still delivered two healthy babies. That single fact opens a door most of us never think about: what happens when the usual pregnancy and postpartum “signals” are quiet or missing, and the system is built for people who feel everything? I have the pleasure of talking to Ryan Rae Harbuck. She is a swim coach, mom of two, and author of *When I Grow Up, I Want to Be a Chair*. Ryan is paralysed from around the rib cage down, and she walks us through the real logistics of a paraplegic pregnancy and wheelchair motherhood, from shifting centre of gravity and harder transfers to swelling, circulation issues, and the constant question of labour detection. Her first birth begins with a shocking discovery at a routine appointment: she’s already in active labour with no clear internal alarm. After delivery, a postpartum tear and MRSA infection reveal another critical risk when pain isn’t available as a warning sign. We also dig into what actually helps: relentless self-advocacy in health care, planning that still leaves room for surprise. And she mentions some adaptive parenting gear that makes daily life safer and easier, including baby-wearing, a FreeWheel-style wheelchair attachment, and an accessible crib design. You can find Ryan every where. Her website Instagram and Facebook You can find her book at all major retailers, including Amazon, by going to this page and selecting your favourite retailer. In the news this week I talk about an experience one of my clients had with NMN. I have addressed NMN supplementation before and my client's experience highlights the issue I raised before about dosage. Here is a little article where you can find some more information on rising oestrogen levels. As always; HPNB only has 5 billing cycles. So this means that you not only get 3 months FREE access, no obligation! BUT, if you decide you want to do the rest of the program, after only 5 months of paying $10/£8 a month you now get FREE LIFE TIME ACCESS! That's $50 max spend, in case you were wondering. Though I'm not terribly active on Instagram and Facebook you can follow us there. I am however active on Threads so find me there! And, of course, you can always find us on our YouTube channel if you like your podcast in video form :) Visit healthypostnatalbody.com and get 3 months completely FREE access. No sales, no commitment, no BS. Email peter@healthypostnatalbody.com if you have any questions, comments or want to suggest a guest/topic Playing us out this week; All over you by VAULTZ
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June 8 · 26 min
Diastasis Recti Recovery...the next stage (a more in depth look)
Send us Fan Mail After the "Diastasis Recti basics" episode from 2 weeks ago I had a few emails and questions so I decided to turn it into a little series. On this episode I go into a little bit more depth and talk about the most important exercise you can do to heal your diastasis; Breathing. Here's a link to the Corebreath video I mentioned. Then I talk about the importance of doing full body exercises, rather than focussing on one specific muscle group. And, of course, a lot more. As always; HPNB only has 5 billing cycles. So this means that you not only get 3 months FREE access, no obligation! BUT, if you decide you want to do the rest of the program, after only 5 months of paying $10/£8 a month you now get FREE LIFE TIME ACCESS! That's $50 max spend, in case you were wondering. Though I'm not terribly active on Instagram and Facebook you can follow us there. I am however active on Threads so find me there! And, of course, you can always find us on our YouTube channel if you like your podcast in video form :) Visit healthypostnatalbody.com and get 3 months completely FREE access. No sales, no commitment, no BS. Email peter@healthypostnatalbody.com if you have any questions, comments or want to suggest a guest/topic Playing us out; More Dresden the Flamingo
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June 1 · 40 min
Postpartum recovery "advice" from 10+ years ago which really doesn't hold true anymore
Send us Fan Mail From the Vault this week; I pulled out the 250th episode of the podcast and what better way to celebrate it, if that's the right term ;), than by sharing with you what I've learned in my decade+ long working in the postpartum recovery field. I talk about all the things I learned when I did my first postpartum qualification 10+ years ago that no longer hold true. I talk about the change in exercise methodology and how we now should be thinking of postpartum recovery. What should be part of it and what shouldn't., Which myths still persist even though they've been proven to be incorrect? Why I quickly realised I knew absolutely nothing after I first qualified. The many flaws in a lot of postpartum qualifications out there, the outdated thinking etc. And, most importantly, I share with you what the expert thinking now is. Post partum core strength and training. Pelvic girdle pain. Why you should stop isolating muscles such as the TVA. Why a holistic approach is the only way. Post partum diet advice. Move away from diaphragmatic breathing. and much, much more. As always; HPNB still only has 5 billing cycles. So this means that you not only get 3 months FREE access, no obligation! BUT, if you decide you want to do the rest of the program, after only 5 months of paying $10/£8 a month you now get FREE LIFE TIME ACCESS! That's $50 max spend, in case you were wondering. Though I'm not terribly active on Instagram and Facebook you can follow us there. I am however active on Threads so find me there! Visit healthypostnatalbody.com and get 3 months completely FREE access. No sales, no commitment, no BS. Email peter@healthypostnatalbody.com if you have any questions, comments or want to suggest a guest/topic Playing us out this week "Ringing bell" by Visitants.
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May 25 · 33 min
Diastasis Recti Basics and postpartum neckpain..why a massage won't help!
Send us Fan Mail This week I am welcoming new listeners and, since it's been a while, I'm covering some basics about diastasis recti. What is the definition of it? What is it really? How to resolve it, which things to focus on etc. And, most importantly, whyit's not actually something to be scared of and how it can, almost always, be sorted with exercise. I also touch on postpartum neckpain; The causes, the actual solutions and the things you try that don't actually work. As always; HPNB only has 5 billing cycles. So this means that you not only get 3 months FREE access, no obligation! BUT, if you decide you want to do the rest of the program, after only 5 months of paying $10/£8 a month you now get FREE LIFE TIME ACCESS! That's $50 max spend, in case you were wondering. Though I'm not terribly active on Instagram and Facebook you can follow us there. I am however active on Threads so find me there! And, of course, you can always find us on our YouTube channel if you like your podcast in video form :) Visit healthypostnatalbody.com and get 3 months completely FREE access. No sales, no commitment, no BS. Email peter@healthypostnatalbody.com if you have any questions, comments or want to suggest a guest/topic
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May 17 · 45 min
Pelvic Floor Reset After Birth w Yarlap's MaryEllen Reider
Send us Fan Mail In this week's episode we are talking Pelvic Floor with the amazing MaryEllen Reider. MaryEllen is the co-director of Yarlap, the wellness device to treat urinary incontinence and improve sexual performance and experience through muscle control. MaryEllen spends a lot of time researching and finding out what’s new in the pelvic floor world and the social media realm. She strives to empower women through their pelvic floor muscles. She enjoys getting to know her customers through social media and speaking events, and inspiring people about why the Kegel exercises and Yarlap are so important. MaryEllen and her dad have emerged as a leading voice in the pelvic floor and sex tech wellness space and she's a delight to talk to so definitely check this episode out. As I say in the outro, I reckon the Yarlap could be a gamechanger for the pelvic floor. We are talking about many things including; What is the pelvic floor and why is it so important? Why, oh why, are pelvic floor exercises so difficult to do for most women? You can find MaryEllen, and Yarlap in all the usual places. Her website Instagram And Facebook In the news this week; LOADS of HPNB related news As always; HPNB still only has 5 billing cycles. So this means that you not only get 3 months FREE access, no obligation! BUT, if you decide you want to do the rest of the program, after only 5 months of paying $10/£8 a month you now get FREE LIFE TIME ACCESS! That's $50 max spend, in case you were wondering. Though I'm not terribly active on Instagram and Facebook you can follow us there. I am however active on Threads so find me there! And, of course, you can always find us on our YouTube channel if you like your podcast in video form :) Visit healthypostnatalbody.com and get 3 months completely FREE access. No sales, no commitment, no BS. Email peter@healthypostnatalbody.com if you have any questions, comments or want to suggest a guest/topic Playing us out this week; "COOL!" by James Cole
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May 10 · 32 min
FTV Postpartum Back And Knee Pain Fixes
Send us Fan Mail Did you know that back and knee pain are very common post partum? Back in 2023 I recieved an email from a listener and that's what this week's show is all about; "I recently joined your program after reading your article about the connection between Diastasis Recti and lower back pain. After a few days of your workouts, I'm already feeling a difference. Your explanation of core breathing was a breakthrough for me. I'm currently 10 months postpartum and had an elective c-section back in October. I've been experiencing significant lower back soreness, particularly at night and in the morning. It's uncomfortable to turn over in bed and stand up especially getting out of bed in the morning - it feels like things are compressing downwards when I do. Glute bridges are also painful, requiring about 10 minutes of mobilisation before I can fully perform them. Although my suspected annual tear from January has improved, I still feel twinges during glute bridges, which I suspect are related to the lower back pain due to Diastasis Recti. Additionally, I've been having a sharp pain in my left knee during reverse lunges, while my right knee is fine. I also have a painful coccyx which seems to only hurt when I stand from a sitted position. Despite all this, I'm determined to get stronger. I would greatly appreciate any suggestions you might have. " So I'm going over everything; Why the corebreath makes such a difference. Lower back-pain and the feeling of it compressing downwards, Why she needs soo much mobilisation before being able to do glute bridges. Back twinges during glute bridges. The sharp knee pain when doing reverse lunges. And the disturbing lack of post-partum care for this woman as all of this stuff is fairly easily sorted. Here's a link to the blog about kneepain which includes the Yoga video. And here's a link to the corebreath video As always; HPNB still only has 5 billing cycles. So this means that you not only get 3 months FREE access, no obligation! BUT, if you decide you want to do the rest of the program, after only 5 months of paying $10/£8 a month you now get FREE LIFE TIME ACCESS! That's $50 max spend, in case you were wondering. Though I'm not terribly active on Instagram and Facebook you can follow us there. I am however active on Threads so find me there! And, of course, you can always find us on our YouTube channel if you like your podcast in video form :) Visit healthypostnatalbody.com and get 3 months completely FREE access. No sales, no commitment, no BS. Email peter@healthypostnatalbody.com if you have any questions, comments or want to suggest a guest/topic
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May 3 · 28 min
Inter Connectivity; Why Postpartum Recovery Depends On Politics, Poverty, Inequality, Environment etc
Send us Fan Mail After the episode about the "state of maternity care in the NHS", I had an email asking why I spoke about maternity care/pre-natal care/medical bias etc on a postpartum podcast, and it's an excellent question. As those who follow me on Threads, the only social media platform I'm active on, will know; I talk about many, many things on there..and hardly any straightforward postpartum recovery stuff. That's because it's ALL connected; From the clothes we buy to protests about people in other nations, right to free speech, wealth inequality etc. everything is linked with everything else. And that means there is a direct link between postpartum care and all these things, you jst need to see it. And, once you see it you simply can not unsee it and, if you then REALLY care about women's postpartum health you HAVE TO care about those other things. Anyways; That's what today's episode is all about..next week we go back to talking about diastasis recti, I promise ;) As always; HPNB still only has 5 billing cycles. So this means that you not only get 3 months FREE access, no obligation! BUT, if you decide you want to do the rest of the program, after only 5 months of paying $10/£8 a month you now get FREE LIFE TIME ACCESS! That's $50 max spend, in case you were wondering. Though I'm not terribly active on Instagram and Facebook you can follow us there. I am however active on Threads so find me there! And, of course, you can always find us on our YouTube channel if you like your podcast in video form :) Visit healthypostnatalbody.com and get 3 months completely FREE access. No sales, no commitment, no BS. Email peter@healthypostnatalbody.com if you have any questions, comments or want to suggest a guest/topic
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April 19 · 36 min
FTV; Are NMN and NAD+ really the super supplements people claim?
Send us Fan Mail After the episode from 2 weeks ago where I covered Protein, creatine etc. This week I'm tackling some of today's talked-about/hyped supplements and explain why it's crucial to approach them with a healthy dose of skepticism. Promising to clarify the role of trendy options like NAD, NAD+, and NMN, Can boosting naturally declining NAD levels truly reverse aging? And should you trust wellness gurus who pivot from publishing to selling supplements with scant evidence? With non-human studies forming the backbone of much of the current research, you'll hear why investing in healthy lifestyle habits like exercise and diet might be your best bet. I also call out the pattern of wellness figures capitalizing on fleeting trends, urging you to stay informed and cautious about what's genuinely effective for your health. Link to the study I mentioned As always; HPNB still only has 5 billing cycles. So this means that you not only get 3 months FREE access, no obligation! BUT, if you decide you want to do the rest of the program, after only 5 months of paying $10/£8 a month you now get FREE LIFE TIME ACCESS! That's $50 max spend, in case you were wondering. Though I'm not terribly active on Instagram and Facebook you can follow us there. I am however active on Threads so find me there! And, of course, you can always find us on our YouTube channel if you like your podcast in video form :) Visit healthypostnatalbody.com and get 3 months completely FREE access. No sales, no commitment, no BS. Email peter@healthypostnatalbody.com if you have any questions, comments or want to suggest a guest/topic Playing us out; "I've got a whole lot of swing" by Thruline
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April 12 · 35 min
The state of postpartum care in the UK..Where it fails and how to fix it
Send us Fan Mail This week I bring you an episode on the state of postpartum care, as it relates to the mother, in the UK. Basically I have a look at where it fails, and it does, why it fails. How it can be improved and I even give a quick breakdown of the cost of improving it. It's nowhere near as expensive as you might think it is, and it's outrageous that it's not been done yet. Some show notes at the bottom so you have access to the figures that I used. As always; HPNB only has 5 billing cycles. So this means that you not only get 3 months FREE access, no obligation! BUT, if you decide you want to do the rest of the program, after only 5 months of paying $10/£8 a month you now get FREE LIFE TIME ACCESS! That's $50 max spend, in case you were wondering. Though I'm not terribly active on Instagram and Facebook you can follow us there. I am however active on Threads so find me there! Visit healthypostnatalbody.com and get 3 months completely FREE access. No sales, no commitment, no BS. Email peter@healthypostnatalbody.com if you have any questions, comments or want to suggest a guest/topic Playing us out "Dresden the Flamingo" with "Tiki time" ------------------------------------------------------------- Link to Threads post https://www.threads.com/@healthy_post_natal_body/post/DWrXBr0jMwJ?xmt=AQF02SJWxIikgIWVjpHbbFIC1_NBa-cgazv-k63x-OeYBQ Key Inquiries and Investigations: National Maternity and Neonatal Investigation (2025–Present): Launched in August 2025, this major investigation is focusing on 14 NHS trusts and the wider maternity system, following a "rapid review" of care. Birth Trauma Inquiry (2024): The first Parliamentary Inquiry into birth trauma was published in May 2024, analyzing over 1,300 submissions of traumatic birth experiences. Ockenden Review (Shrewsbury and Telford, 2022): Found that over 200 babies and mothers could have survived with better care. East Kent Hospitals Inquiry (Kirkup Report, 2022): Reported that 45 babies might have survived if provided with proper care. Morecambe Bay Investigation (2015): Investigated maternal and baby deaths between 2004–2013. Nottingham University Hospitals Review (Ongoing): Known as one of the largest, examining around 2,500 cases. [1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 6, 7] Key Findings on Postpartum Care: Postnatal Care Gaps: The 2024 Birth Trauma Inquiry described poor postnatal care as "tolerated as normal" and found a "postcode lottery" in care quality. Six-Week Check Failures: Research by Healthwatch England (2023) highlighted that 16% of new mothers did not receive the required 6-8 week GP check, and 44% of those who did felt their mental he
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April 5 · 39 min
FTV Are supplements worth the money? Part 1; Protein, Creatine, vitamins and Bladder supplements
Send us Fan Mail From the vault this week, before I do a full episode on the state of postpartum care in the UK next week, In a 2 part episode I am discussing some of the supplements that you might have seen promoted online. Week after next I'll cover NMN, NAD, CBD etc but this week I'm focusing on supplements much more common in the health and fitness world; Protein, Creatine, Vitamins and some bladder supplements (like Jude). Are they safe, even pre and postpartum? Are they useful? Are the more expensive ones really better than cheaper version? Are there alternatives? IOW, should YOU be taking them or are you better off saving your money. As always; HPNB only has 5 billing cycles. So this means that you not only get 3 months FREE access, no obligation! BUT, if you decide you want to do the rest of the program, after only 5 months of paying $10/£8 a month you now get FREE LIFE TIME ACCESS! That's $50 max spend, in case you were wondering. Though I'm not terribly active on Instagram and Facebook you can follow us there. I am however active on Threads so find me there! Visit healthypostnatalbody.com and get 3 months completely FREE access. No sales, no commitment, no BS. Email peter@healthypostnatalbody.com if you have any questions, comments or want to suggest a guest/topic Playing us out; "Fallout" by CJ Oliver
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March 29 · 31 min
"Life Specific" Postpartum Rehab is key, especially when you have a disability or impairment
Send us Fan Mail I had a wonderful conversation with someone this week where she asked if a post-partum recovery program should be LIFE specific, if not sport specific. This was because she did not have use of her right leg, after an amputation, and she wondered if this meant that a postpartum recovery program would have to be amended to reflect this. This is an excellent question for anyone with a disability or an impairment, in fact it's soo ridiculously good that I'm surprised I hadn't thought of doing an episode about this before. I have spoken before about sport-specific postpartum programs not being required, so I don't spend a lot of time on that, but LIFE specific is very important indeed..so that's what I'm going into bit today. How can you plan a life-specific program? When do you need a personalised program instead of a cookie cutter program, like HPNB? Can you work it out for yourself, and how? And why you should never ask ChatGPT for one. And much more. As always; HPNB still only has 5 billing cycles! So this means that you not only get 3 months FREE access, no obligation! BUT, if you decide you want to do the rest of the program, after only 5 months of paying $10/£8 a month you now get FREE LIFE TIME ACCESS! That's $50 max spend, in case you were wondering. This means you can sign up after your first child, use the program and recover and then still have access after giving birth to child 2 and 3! None of this "pay X amount a year" nonsense, once you've paid..you've paid! This makes HPNB not just the most efficient and complete post-partum recovery program, it's also BY FAR the best value. Though I'm not terribly active on Instagram and Facebook you can follow us there. I am however active on Threads so find me there! Visit healthypostnatalbody.com and get 3 months completely FREE access. No sales, no commitment, no BS. Email peter@healthypostnatalbody.com if you have any questions or comments If you could rate the podcast on your favourite platform that would be a big help. We're played out today by; "First Love" by Schimmer
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March 22 · 21 min
FTV Exercise during pregnancy and charlatans attacking C-sections
Send us Fan Mail FTV This week I am a little bit upset. Not about the first subject which follows a question about what type of exercise, and at which intensity, is safe to do during pregnancy. That's a great question and a doddle to answer :) But I'm upset about the single worst Instagram video I have seen from someone working with babies. Here it is for those of you who want to have a look. The Osteopath in the video is making LOADS of dumb, and I do mean idiotic, claims about the effects of a C-section on a baby's spine and it's health. He claims the "lumbar spine is reversed" or "missing" and that is clearly complete and utter nonsense. But the video has 400k likes and this grifter has 600k followers. So I go over some of the idiotic claims people make online to scare those of you wanting, or needing, a C-section into parting with your money. And then there's a bit of jazz to calm me down :) As always; HPNB still only has 5 billing cycles! So this means that you not only get 3 months FREE access, no obligation! BUT, if you decide you want to do the rest of the program, after only 5 months of paying $10/£8 a month you now get FREE LIFE TIME ACCESS! That's $50 max spend, in case you were wondering. This means you can sign up after your first child, use the program and recover and then still have access after giving birth to child 2 and 3! None of this "pay X amount a year" nonsense, once you've paid..you've paid! This makes HPNB not just the most efficient and complete post-partum recovery program, it's also BY FAR the best value. Though I'm not terribly active on Instagram and Facebook you can follow us there. I am however active on Threads so find me there! And, of course, you can always find us on our YouTube channel if you like your podcast in video form :) Visit healthypostnatalbody.com and get 3 months completely FREE access. No sales, no commitment, no BS. Email peter@healthypostnatalbody.com if you have any questions or comments If you could rate the podcast on your favourite platform that would be a big help. We're played out today by; Ryan Saranich with "Sentimental"
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March 8 · 28 min
Above Navel diastasis, baby skin biome, hormone supplements and a better bra boosts performance!
Send us Fan Mail FTV; In this week's episode I answer some of the questions that have come up this week. I talk about above navel diastasis and how the approach to recovery is slightly different from below navel, or completely open, DR. It's remarkably straightforward but still important to note the difference. I'm also talking about whether you should wash your baby with soap every day or not. Hormone therapies, are they an important addition to your health regime and who can you trust to provide them? And, finally, a study about the importance of wearing a proper bra when exercising. Seriously, get one fitted if you can afford it! The actual research article can be found here As always; HPNB only has 5 billing cycles. So this means that you not only get 3 months FREE access, no obligation! BUT, if you decide you want to do the rest of the program, after only 5 months of paying $10/£8 a month you now get FREE LIFE TIME ACCESS! That's $50 max spend, in case you were wondering. Though I'm not terribly active on Instagram and Facebook you can follow us there. I am however active on Threads so find me there! And, of course, you can always find us on our YouTube channel if you like your podcast in video form :) Visit healthypostnatalbody.com and get 3 months completely FREE access. No sales, no commitment, no BS. Email peter@healthypostnatalbody.com if you have any questions, comments or want to suggest a guest/topic
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