The Best Birth Podcast Episode 45 - Fit4 Moms: Building Strength, Community with Patty Peterson

Fit4 Moms: Building Strength, Community, and Fun with Patty Peterson

INTERVIEW OVERVIEW
Patty Peterson from Fit for Mom shares her journey and the mission of Fit for Mom, which offers fitness classes for all stages of motherhood. The community aspect of Fit for Mom is emphasized, providing a support system for moms who may feel isolated or alone. Patty discusses the mental health benefits of fitness and the importance of movement during pregnancy. She encourages moms to find a hobby or activity that brings them joy and to prioritize self-care. Building a village and asking for help are also highlighted as important aspects of preparing for pregnancy, birth, and postpartum.

TAKEAWAYS
Fit for Mom offers fitness classes for all stages of motherhood, providing a support system and community for moms. Fitness has mental health benefits, including reducing stress and anxiety and increasing happiness and energy levels.Movement during pregnancy can improve labor and postpartum recovery. Finding a hobby or activity that brings joy and prioritizing self-care is important for moms. Building a village and asking for help are crucial in preparing for pregnancy, birth, and postpartum.

WORDS OF WISDOM
Fit for Mom offers fitness classes for all stages of motherhoodFit for Mom provides a sense of community for momsFitness has mental health benefits and increases happiness and energy levels

CHAPTERS
00:00 Introduction and Patty's Journey
03:27 The Community Aspect of Fit 4 Mom
07:29 The Importance of Communication and Self-Understanding
09:12 The Mental Health Benefits of Fitness
13:03 The Impact of Fitness on Mental Health
15:51 Fitness During Pregnancy
18:45 The Importance of Movement During Pregnancy
23:58 Building a Village and Asking for Help

TALKING POINTS
Fit for Mom, fitness, motherhood, community, postpartum, mental health, movement, pregnancy, support system, self-care

RESOURCES

BOOK - The Fringe Hours by Jessica Turner https://www.amazon.com/dp/0800723481/...
“Time is a gift, and how we choose to use it reflects what we value. Reclaim your fringe hours and fill them with what brings you joy and fulfillment.”

Self compassion - Kristin neff https://www.amazon.com/dp/0061733520/...
"Self-compassion is a way of emotionally recharging our batteries. Rather than becoming drained by life’s difficulties, self-compassion allows us to thrive and grow."

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