The BIRTHFIT Podcast

Way more than birth, way more than fitness. This is where you will find real talk, information and education, and experiences. We get into pregnancy, birth, and postpartum with doctors, midwives, chiropractors, birth educators and advocates, and of course moms and dads and everyone in between.

BIRTHFIT Podcast Episode 245: Leah Barto & Lindsey Cantu Answer Your Questions

Leah Barto is discussing her current role as a mother of two young children, ages six and three and a half. She is in a transitional phase where her kids are no longer babies but still require significant attention. Alongside her parenting duties, Leah works part-time with BirthFit, where she helps develop and oversee their online programs as the company switches to a new platform. She also continues working as a doula but has scaled back, focusing only on close friends and home births to align with her current priorities. Leah emphasizes how she and her husband have made intentional decisions, based on their family values, to prioritize being present in their children's lives. This has included financial sacrifices and shifting responsibilities so that she can stay home and nurture their children, a role that feels deeply aligned with her heart and purpose. If you’re interested in optimizing your lifestyle practices, such as fitness and mindset, to align more with your biology, then email us (info@birthfit.com). My team and I would love to work with you to support you on your BIRTHFIT journey. 

10-21
01:08:42

BIRTHFIT Podcast Episode 244: 7 Foundational Lifestyle Pillars

In this episode, Lindsey rides solo, discussing the seven foundational lifestyle practices we utilize in all seasons of the motherhood transition.  Lindsey also shares a personal story of how her birth with her daughter exponentially healed her.  If you’re interested in optimizing your lifestyle practices, such as fitness and mindset, to align more with your biology, then email us (info@birthfit.com). My team and I would love to work with you to support you on your BIRTHFIT journey.  🎙️Support the BIRTHFIT Podcast: https://nonprofit.birthfit.com 💪 Looking for general strength and conditioning programming designed for women in all seasons of life? Join our B! Community membership: https://birthfit.com/b-community 🤰Looking for a Prenatal Exercise Program to fit your modern lifestyle and biological needs? Six ways to support your pregnancy: https://birthfit.com/b-prenatal 🤱Do you have a desire to rehab your core and pelvic floor intentionally? We're here to support you: https://birthfit.com/b-postpartum 📚Want to learn how to coach pregnant and postpartum women? The BIRTHFIT Coach Course is the only holistic, nervous system-focused, functional training certification for women in the motherhood transition. Join the waitlist: https://birthfit.com/become-a-coach  

09-09
51:24

BIRTHFIT Podcast Episode 243: Thomas Seager, PhD, Founder & CEO of Morozco

Thomas P. Seager, PhD is an Associate Professor in the School of Sustainable Engineering & the Built Environment at Arizona State University in Tempe, AZ.  He has authored over 150 scientific articles, you can read more about his work on human resilience, personal psychology, and entrepreneurship at his personal blog. In this episode, Lindsey and Thomas discuss the benefits of the cold plunge relating to metabolic health and preparing for conception, birthing in the cold, newborns and cold, and even postpartum and cold.    Thomas recently published the first limited edition of Uncommon Cold: The Science & Experience of Cold Plunge Therapy.  The first printing is sold out, but an updated second edition will be available on Amazon in the summer of 2024. 🎙️Support the BIRTHFIT Podcast:https://nonprofit.birthfit.com/ 💪 Looking for general strength and conditioning programming designed for women in all seasons of life? Join our B! Community membership: https://birthfit.com/b-community 🤰Looking for a Prenatal Exercise Program to fit your modern lifestyle and biological needs? Six ways to support your pregnancy: https://birthfit.com/b-prenatal 🤱Do you have a desire to rehab your core and pelvic floor intentionally? We're here to support you: https://birthfit.com/b-postpartum 📚Want to learn how to coach pregnant and postpartum women? The BIRTHFIT Coach Course is the only holistic, nervous system-focused, functional training certification for women in the motherhood transition. Join the waitlist: https://birthfit.com/become-a-coach

08-07
01:17:42

BIRTHFIT Podcast Episode 242: Neel Bulchandani, Integrative Airway and Feeding Specialist

Heard about tongue ties? Well, this is a whole new perspective. Dr. Neel works with some of the leading doctors, and oftentimes, they seek his opinion before a tie release! In this episode, Dr. Lindsey and Dr. Neel get into embryonic development, tongue ties, DRA, pelvic floor, and his upcoming course! 🎙️Support the BIRTHFIT Podcast:https://nonprofit.birthfit.com/ 💪 Looking for general strength and conditioning programming designed for women in all seasons of life? Join our B! Community membership: https://birthfit.com/b-community 🤰Looking for a Prenatal Exercise Program to fit your modern lifestyle and biological needs? Six ways to support your pregnancy: https://birthfit.com/b-prenatal 🤱Do you have a desire to rehab your core and pelvic floor intentionally? We're here to support you: https://birthfit.com/b-postpartum 📚Want to learn more? Check out Dr. Neel’s COURSE.

07-18
01:21:48

BIRTHFIT Podcast Episode 241: Nervous System Love with Dr. Scherina

In this episode, Dr. Lindsey discusses the nervous system with the bold and beautiful Dr. Scherina of IWC out of Orlando, FL. Dr. Scherina is a phenomenal Network Chiropractor specializing in moms, babies, and the whole family. She puts out a ton of legit content on social and delivers excellent care to all that come through her office doors. Dr. Scherina is a living legend in the chiropractic community. CONNECT with Dr. Scherina: Website: https://www.drscherina.com/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/drscherina/?hl=en 🎙️Support the BIRTHFIT Podcast:https://nonprofit.birthfit.com/ 💪 Looking for general strength and conditioning programming designed for women in all seasons of life? Join our B! Community membership: https://birthfit.com/b-community 🤰Looking for a Prenatal Exercise Program to fit your modern lifestyle and biological needs? Six ways to support your pregnancy: https://birthfit.com/b-prenatal 🤱Do you have a desire to rehab your core and pelvic floor intentionally? We're here to support you: https://birthfit.com/b-postpartum 📚Want to learn how to coach pregnant and postpartum women? The BIRTHFIT Coach Course is the only holistic, nervous system-focused, functional training certification for women in the motherhood transition. Join the waitlist: https://birthfit.com/become-a-coach

06-17
38:51

BIRTHFIT Podcast Episode 240: Starting Solids with Dr. Alyssa of Thriving Foundations

In this episode, Dr. Lindsey shares her experience in taking Dr. Alyssa’s course called Thriving Foundations. Dr. Lindsey shares how she started to introduce solids to her baby girl around 7.5 months and how the Thriving Foundations course gave her confidence. Dr. Alyssa, the pharmacist, shifted and listened to God’s calling to create a course while raising 3 boys of her own. She wanted something straight to the point and digestible as far as information goes for introducing solids to your little one. CONNECT with Dr. Alyssa: Website: https://thrivingfoundations.org/  Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/thrivingfoundations/?hl=en  Dr. Alyssa's offer: FREE Holistic Baby-Led Weaning® guide: https://thrivingfoundations.org/blw-free-guide 🎙️Support the BIRTHFIT Podcast: https://nonprofit.birthfit.com/ 💪 Looking for general strength and conditioning programming designed for women in all seasons of life? Join our B! Community membership: https://birthfit.com/b-community 🤰Looking for a Prenatal Exercise Program to fit your modern lifestyle and biological needs? Six ways to support your pregnancy: https://birthfit.com/b-prenatal 🤱Do you have a desire to rehab your core and pelvic floor intentionally? We're here to support you: https://birthfit.com/b-postpartum 📚Want to learn how to coach pregnant and postpartum women? The BIRTHFIT Coach Course is the only holistic, nervous system-focused, functional training certification for women in the motherhood transition. Join the waitlist: https://birthfit.com/become-a-coach

05-17
50:23

BIRTHFIT Podcast Episode 239: Dr. Cleopatra, Fertility & Pregnancy Institute

Dr. Lindsey interviews Dr. Cleopatra in this intimate, soul-fully connected episode. Dr. Cleopatra is a scientist and tenured USC professor who pioneered the field of fertility biohacking and creating super babies. To date, Dr. Cleopatra has scientifically studied tens of thousands of women and families, and has helped women in 23 countries on 6 continents have their super babies. She has created what is called the PRIMESTER program, which you can find directly from her website- https://fertilitypregnancy.org/. If you are someone who is 35 years or older and trying to conceive, this episode is a MUST! CONNECT with Dr. Cleopatra: Website: https://fertilitypregnancy.org/  Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/doctorcleopatra/  Dr. Cleopatra's Offer: https://fertilitypregnancy.org/checklist-fertility-supplement-tips-to-reduce-miscarriage-risk/   🎙️Support the BIRTHFIT Podcast:https://nonprofit.birthfit.com/ 💪 Looking for general strength and conditioning programming designed for women in all seasons of life? Join our B! Community membership: https://birthfit.com/b-community 🤰Looking for a Prenatal Exercise Program to fit your modern lifestyle and biological needs? Six ways to support your pregnancy: https://birthfit.com/b-prenatal 🤱Do you have a desire to rehab your core and pelvic floor intentionally? We're here to support you: https://birthfit.com/b-postpartum 📚Want to learn how to coach pregnant and postpartum women? The BIRTHFIT Coach Course is the only holistic, nervous system-focused, functional training certification for women in the motherhood transition. Join the waitlist: https://birthfit.com/become-a-coach

03-22
01:05:00

BIRTHFIT Podcast Episode 238: Lindsey on Prayers and Affirmations

In this short episode, Lindsey shares a bit on belief and trust and how to cultivate trust within our bodies. She shares her daily prayers that she did daily throughout pregnancy. Lindsey believes that every woman can have the birth that she truly desires, but the action around making that happens starts long before labor starts. 🎙️Support the BIRTHFIT Podcast: https://nonprofit.birthfit.com/support 💪 Looking for a general strength and conditioning programming designed for women in all seasons of life? Join our B! Community membership: https://birthfit.com/b-community 🤰Looking for a Prenatal Exercise Program to fit your modern lifestyle and biological needs? Discover six ways to support your pregnancy: https://birthfit.com/b-prenatal 🤱Do you have a desire to rehab your core and pelvic floor intentionally? We're here to support you: https://birthfit.com/b-postpartum 📚Want to learn how to coach pregnant and postpartum women? The BIRTHFIT Coach Course is the only holistic, nervous system-focused, functional training certification for women in the motherhood transition. Join the waitlist: https://birthfit.com/become-a-coach

02-19
12:48

BIRTHFIT Podcast Episode 237: Anisa Woodall, Certified (Preconception) Nutritionist

Anisa Woodall is a holistically-minded Certified Nutritionist and natural mama of 2 adventurous boys living in the beautiful Pacific Northwest. Her life's purpose is to inspire and educate women to live, eat and move with intention and confidence so they can create the family of their dreams and thrive along the journey. In this episode, Lindsey gets right to the point with pre-submitted questions from our BIRTHFIT Community (via Instagram and our monthly membership). Anisa shares her preconception wisdom as she answers questions about PCOS, Endometriosis, age, egg quality, and an animal based diet. Anisa is all about identifying and addressing the “smoke” before your “house is burning down” and has a keen ability to listen and pinpoint areas of improvement that helps her clients heal and improve faster.   Many of you have reached out asking Lindsey to make a preconception program…Well, this is her top recommendation. Pair Anisa’s Resilient Motherhood course with our B! Community Monthly Membership and you have a beautiful, nutrient dense preconception plan with movement! ✨ Resilient Motherhood Course: https://anisawoodall.lpages.co/masterclass/?affiliate=birthfit 🎙️Support the BIRTHFIT Podcast: https://nonprofit.birthfit.com/support 💪 Looking for a general strength and conditioning programming designed for women in all seasons of life? Join our B! Community membership: https://birthfit.com/b-community 🤰Looking for a Prenatal Exercise Program to fit your modern lifestyle and biological needs? Discover six ways to support your pregnancy: https://birthfit.com/b-prenatal 🤱Do you have a desire to rehab your core and pelvic floor intentionally? We're here to support you: https://birthfit.com/b-postpartum 📚Want to learn how to coach pregnant and postpartum women? The BIRTHFIT Coach Course is the only holistic, nervous system-focused, functional training certification for women in the motherhood transition. Join the waitlist: https://birthfit.com/become-a-coach

02-05
01:01:10

BIRTHFIT Podcast Episode 236: Diane Lee, Physiotherapist

Diane Lee is a physiotherapist in Canada. She specializes in manual therapy focusing on prenatal and postpartum women. Lindsey discovered some of her research contributions when she was looking for research on Diastasis Recti Abdominis (DRA). Diane has studied DRA extensively. She has determined that IRD (Inter Recti Distance) does not matter when assessing DRA. Diane states that depth tells the story of functionality. If you’re at all interested in DRA (and prolapse), this episode is a must listen!  A bit on Diane…She graduated with distinction from the University of British Columbia with a Bachelor degree in the Science of Rehabilitation in 1976. She has been a member of the Canadian Physiotherapy Association since 1976 and a fellow of the Canadian Academy of Manipulative Therapy since 1981 (FCAMT). She completed  certification in Intramuscular Stimulation (IMS) in 2001, Yoga teacher training in 2012, pelvic floor certification in 2013 and was recognized by the Canadian Physiotherapy Association as a clinical specialist in Woman’s Health in 2016. She is well published (books, chapters and journal articles) and the innovator of two pelvic support belts for which she holds the patent; The Com-Pressor and the Baby Belly Pelvic Support (www.babybellypelvicsupport.com). Diane owns, directs and is a practicing physiotherapist at Diane Lee & Associates (http://www.dianeleephysio.com). She has continued to maintain an on-going clinical practice for over 40 years and while she follows the research evidence closely, she draws from this deep clinical experience for her teaching and lecturing in the clinic, in Canada and internationally. ✨ https://learnwithdianelee.com/team/diane-lee/ 🎙️Support the BIRTHFIT Podcast: https://nonprofit.birthfit.com/support 💪 Looking for a general strength and conditioning programming designed for women in all seasons of life? Join our B! Community membership: https://birthfit.com/b-community 🤰Looking for a Prenatal Exercise Program to fit your modern lifestyle and biological needs? Discover six ways to support your pregnancy: https://birthfit.com/b-prenatal 🤱Do you have a desire to rehab your core and pelvic floor intentionally? We're here to support you: https://birthfit.com/b-postpartum 📚Want to learn how to coach pregnant and postpartum women? The BIRTHFIT Coach Course is the only holistic, nervous system-focused, functional training certification for women in the motherhood transition. Join the waitlist: https://birthfit.com/become-a-coach

02-01
01:02:57

BIRTHFIT Podcast Episode 235: BIRTHFIT Coach Discussion

In this episode, Lindsey interviews some of our original BIRTHFIT Coaches. In fact, these three coaches attended our first, second, and third BIRTHFIT Coach Seminars live back in 2017. Nikki Herrera, Cat Monzon, and Dr. Ashley Harper all were veteran fitness professionals when they were called to become a BIRTHFIT Coach. In this episode, each woman shares a bit about their businesses and how BIRTHFIT has personally impacted each of their lives. Nikki is in Southern California. Cat is located in Houston, TX. And, Dr. Ashley is located north of Atlanta, Georgia. This episode is a MUST LISTEN!   Be sure to follow them on IG:  Nikki @babefit_socal    Cat @txyellowrose     Dr. Ashley @drashleyharper 🎙️Support the BIRTHFIT Podcast: https://nonprofit.birthfit.com/support 💪 Looking for a general strength and conditioning programming designed for women in all seasons of life? Join our B! Community membership: https://birthfit.com/b-community 🤰Looking for a Prenatal Exercise Program to fit your modern lifestyle and biological needs? Discover six ways to support your pregnancy: https://birthfit.com/b-prenatal 🤱Do you have a desire to rehab your core and pelvic floor intentionally? We're here to support you: https://birthfit.com/b-postpartum 📚Want to learn how to coach pregnant and postpartum women? The BIRTHFIT Coach Course is the only holistic, nervous system-focused, functional training certification for women in the motherhood transition. Join the waitlist: https://birthfit.com/become-a-coach

01-08
59:05

BIRTHFIT Podcast Episode 234: Hello 2024 with Dr. Lindsey Mathews Cantu

In this episode, Lindsey welcomes back the BIRTHFIT Community for an awesome 2024 we got planned. She shares updates and how you can watch the LIVE recordings with our future guests. Hint- check out B! Community. Lindsey also shares a bit about her maternity leave and updates for our Non Profit organization- BIRTHFIT For Everyone. Last, Lindsey gets into the details of our BIRTHFIT Coach Course for 2024. Be sure to join the WAITLIST as space is limited!  🎙️Support the BIRTHFIT Podcast: https://nonprofit.birthfit.com/support 💪 Looking for a general strength and conditioning programming designed for women in all seasons of life? Join our B! Community membership: https://birthfit.com/b-community 🤰Looking for a Prenatal Exercise Program to fit your modern lifestyle and biological needs? Discover six ways to support your pregnancy: https://birthfit.com/b-prenatal 🤱Do you have a desire to rehab your core and pelvic floor intentionally? We're here to support you: https://birthfit.com/b-postpartum 📚Want to learn how to coach pregnant and postpartum women? The BIRTHFIT Coach Course is the only holistic, nervous system-focused, functional training certification for women in the motherhood transition. Join the waitlist: https://birthfit.com/become-a-coach

01-05
21:50

BIRTHFIT Podcast Episode 233: Dr. Josh Axe

In this episode, Lindsey talks with Dr. Josh Axe, who is a doctor of chiropractic, certified doctor of natural medicine and clinical nutritionist with a passion to help people eat healthy and live a healthy lifestyle. https://nonprofit.birthfit.com/ https://birthfit.com/

08-28
01:13:29

BIRTHFIT Podcast Episode 232: Diastasis Rectus Abdominis

In this episode, Lindsey shares her thoughts on Diastasis Rectus Abdominis. She shares why she feels the BIRTHFIT Basics Postpartum program is the best foundational movement and rehab program for new moms. Lindsey also gets into research and considerations.    https://birthfit.com/b-postpartum https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=sg_CU4Ia4ug&t=270s    

08-21
01:05:23

BIRTHFIT Podcast Episode 231: Elizabeth Bachner, Licensed Midwife

In this episode, Lindsey chats with her dear friend, colleague, and mentor Elizabeth Bachner, licensed midwife. Elizabeth is licensed in California and New Mexico. She also does virtual consults to support women in birthing their babies and themselves.  https://nonprofit.birthfit.com/ https://birthfit.com/  

08-12
58:46

BIRTHFIT Podcast Episode 230: Kat's Twin Free Birth

In this episode, Kat Granville shares how late in her pregnancy she found out she was pregnant with twins, and then decided to proceed with a super inspiring twin free birth.  If you don't know, Kat is our admin queen here at BIRTHFIT. We want to thank everyone that supported and loved on Kat and her family in this journey. And, like she mentioned, please don't hesitate to reach out with questions. 

08-04
01:00:51

BIRTHFIT Podcast Episode 229: I'm Pregnant! Updates and More with Lindsey, BIRTHFIT CEO

In this episode, Lindsey (our BIRTHFIT Founder & CEO) announces that she's pregnant! She shares her preconception journey and some training and nutrition habits that carried over into pregnancy. Lindsey also shares update about the BIRTHFIT Podcast and our NonProfit- BIRTHFIT For Everyone.  Stay tuned for more podcasts in 2023 and be sure to check out videos of each podcast on our YouTube page.    Check out the Prenatal Training Program that Lindsey has been doing.   

07-27
01:00:03

BIRTHFIT Podcast Episode 228: Dr. Tony Ebel, The Pediatric Experience

Dr. Tony Ebel is a husband, father, and chiropractor. He's also the trailblazer leading The Pediatric Experience, which is live and virtual pediatric chiropractic training. The Pediatric Experience is shifting the profession of chiroparctic with accessible, applicable, and super affordable training for docs while enhancing the lives of babies, kids, and families across the United States.  Families are looking for other options besides the symptom based, pain management care we've been fed our whole lives. Moms are looking outside the box for wellness care. And no one addresses root cause issues better than a nervous system based chiropractor.  Listen to this episode if you're a mom, dad, parent, chiropractor, student,  anyone that is curious about nervous system based chiropractic care.   Reminders: Don't forget to share this episode and leave us a review.  Join us in B! Community A few spots left in our EARLY LAUNCH of our Birth Prep Course.  BIRTHFIT Coach Course: 2023 Spring Cohort Coming Soon!  

11-06
01:22:57

BIRTHFIT Podcast Episode 227: Bethany McDaniel, Primally Pure

Bethany is the Founder of Primally Pure. She is a farmer's wife, mama bear, matcha lover and bath taker. Bethany McDaniel is the heartbeat and hard work behind the brand. When Bethany's family spontaneously started a beyond organic livestock farm in Southern California called Primal Pastures, she discovered the power of eating real food and her eyes were opened to a new world of wellness. Bethany subsequently purged her bathroom cabinets of toxic conventional skincare products and began formulating her own replacements with pure, simple ingredients.   https://primallypure.com/?rfsn=6010096.211386 Discount Code: LINDSEYLOVESME

10-04
55:06

BIRTHFIT Podcast Episode 226: Karissa Kouchis, Nationwide Trainer for Tony Robbins

Karissa Kouchis or “KK” is a national speaker, corporate trainer, host, and performance strategist. With a background in organizational influence, KK blends communication theory with human psychology to guide clients in advancing skills in leadership, negotiation, psychology of achievement, sales mastery and what KK calls overall badassery. She’s brought her high-energy training to over 1,000 events for companies like Fox Sports, Salesforce.com, The NFL, Zoom Video Communications, The Ellen DeGeneres Show, Ace Hardware, Keller Williams, BeautyCounter, Equinox, New York Life, Marriott Hotels and Barre3 Fitness.  And now,  we are lucky enough to have her sit down for a virtual conversation with our Founder and CEO. In this episode, Lindsey and Karissa go deep. They discuss God, love, personal growth, and letting go. In this episode, you literally feel like you're at a coffee shop having an intimate conversation with two longtime girlfriends. This episode is a MUST.  Please be sure to leave us a review. We'd love to see what you have to share, and ratings/reviews help us move up in the charts. THANK YOU!  Join us in B! Community! 

09-08
01:17:15

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