Movement and Mindset in Pregnancy with Physical Therapist Hayley Kava

Hayley Kava, a pelvic floor physical therapist and postural restoration certified provider, shares her experiences using GentleBirth for her second pregnancy and birth. She discusses the importance of movement throughout pregnancy and the benefits of being in a balanced state. Hayley also describes her journey into pelvic floor health and her passion for improving care for women postnatally and perinatally. She emphasizes the role of mindset and mindfulness in birth and the power of making informed choices. Hayley shares her own birth story, including the importance of vocalizing and feeling in control during labor. She also discusses her postpartum recovery, the impact of meaningful rehabilitation and why she chose to train as a GentleBirth Childbirth Educator.
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Takeaways
Movement throughout pregnancy helps maintain a balanced state and prepares the body for birth.
Improving care for women postnatally and perinatally is crucial for optimal recovery.
Mindset and mindfulness play a significant role in birth, allowing for informed choices and control.
Vocalizing during labor can be empowering and help manage discomfort.
Proper rehabilitation and a slow postpartum plan can support pelvic floor health and recovery. Movement during pregnancy can help prepare the body for birth and support overall well-being.
Doulas and birth workers play a crucial role in providing support and advocating for mothers during pregnancy and birth.
Compassionate care is essential in the medical system, and healthcare providers need support to address their own trauma and provide better care.
Mothers in the United States face challenges such as limited access to maternity care and inadequate postpartum support.
Improving maternity care requires informed decision-making, advocating for better policies, and supporting healthcare providers.
Chapters
00:00
The Importance of Movement and Balance in Pregnancy
08:02
Improving Postnatal and Perinatal Care
17:00
The Power of Mindset and Informed Choices in Birth
25:34
Empowerment Through Vocalizing During Labor
29:23
Supporting Pelvic Floor Health and Recovery
33:10
The Importance of Movement During Pregnancy
36:25
The Role of Doulas and Birth Workers
43:27
The Need for Compassionate Care in the Medical System
45:21
Challenges Faced by Mothers in the United States
50:09
Improving Maternity Care: Informed Decision-Making and Advocacy
Keywords
pregnancy, birth, movement, balance, pelvic floor, physical therapy, postpartum, perinatal care, birth trauma, mindset, mindfulness, informed choices, birth story, vocalizing, control, postpartum recovery, rehabilitation, pregnancy, birth, physical therapy, perinatal pelvic health, movement, doulas, birth workers, compassionate care, medical system, informed decision-making, maternity care, mindful pregnancy, mindful birth, compassion practices, advocacy.