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November 30, 2022

Laboring Down

November 30, 2022/ Rita Gillan
Laboring Down

Laboring down, also called “delayed pushing” or “passive descent”, may be a welcome part of the transition phase of labor. It allows for the uterine contractions, combined with gravity, to naturally bring the baby further down into the birth canal.

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November 30, 2022/ Rita Gillan/
birth, doula
August 13, 2022

pregnancy-related pelvic girdle pain

August 13, 2022/ Rita Gillan
pregnancy-related pelvic girdle pain

Our understanding of contemporary pain science regarding the multifaceted nature of pain and the context of each pregnant person’s unique lived experience is e v o l v i n g.

Read on to learn more about evidence based approaches for management of pain during pregnancy.

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August 13, 2022/ Rita Gillan/
December 14, 2021

"rib flare" part two: tips for ribcage connection

December 14, 2021/ Rita Gillan
"rib flare" part two: tips for ribcage connection

Simple tips to regain ribcage connection.

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December 14, 2021/ Rita Gillan/
core, diastasis recti, exercise, incontinence, pelvic floor, posture, postpartum, ribcage
December 01, 2021

Rib flare: an introduction

December 01, 2021/ Rita Gillan
Rib flare: an introduction

Discover what “rib flare” is and why it matters for performance and rehabilitation.

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December 01, 2021/ Rita Gillan/
core, diastasis recti, exercise, incontinence, pelvic floor, posture, postpartum, ribcage
May 24, 2021

Welcoming Summer

May 24, 2021/ Rita Gillan
Welcoming Summer

Summer is coming and the partial lockdown orders are finally lifting. But what does this all mean in terms of how we navigate the outside world? | Read my personal reflections on this topic and discover a few local community events available to you.

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May 24, 2021/ Rita Gillan/
event, yoga
April 09, 2021

what happens down there during childbirth? tips for preparation

April 09, 2021/ Rita Gillan
what happens down there during childbirth?    tips for preparation

Becoming aware of common childbirth outcomes and empowered with tools to prepare “down there” is what this blog post is all about. | Take a deep breath and let’s get to it.

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April 09, 2021/ Rita Gillan/
birth, pelvic floor, pregnancy, birth positions, doula
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