Diastasis Recti is very common for all women who have had children, and if you've had surgery like I did while pregnant, then the gap can be more significant. If you've never noticed this, take a moment, lie on your back, and press your fingers against the middle of your core. If you have a gap, then you have Diastasis Recti.
Debra Rose Wilson, Ph.D.,says, "Excessive inner-abdominal pressure causes diastasis recti. During pregnancy, your abdominal muscles and connective tissues become stretched from your expanding uterus. The pregnancy hormones relaxin and estrogen help them along. Pushing during delivery can also lead to diastasis recti."
You may wonder why this is the first post in the ab challenge. It's because Diastasis Recti can result in...
Core stability and mobility
back pain
pelvic pain
damage to your posture
pelvic floor dysfunction
hernia, in extreme cases
But there is a way to close this gap. December's featured snacker, Bri Joy, Rev X Lead Instructor, Revelation Wellness Educator, Certified Personal Trainer, and Nutrition Coach in Training, has a workout video to help you "close the gap."
Hey, thanks for the info Heather. It actually makes a lot of sense. Haven’t thought about that before. Looks like I’ll be adding a little salt and a little maple syrup!
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LJ
Aug 30
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Slc
Aug 28
Great information Heather, I’ve been there too and just a side note for those gals (like me) who suffer sensitivities to chemicals, my savior was apple cider vinegar to “kill bacteria” after washing and then I used coconut oil rubbed in the pit area. I also added essential oils of lemongrass or geranium for a scent. The ACV was only as needed sometimes takes a few days to kill all bacteria causing smell and then daily with the coconut oil.
Great topic Heather! It's definitely one not talked about often and one that you just have to try to figure it out on your own, at least for me anyway.
Hey, thanks for the info Heather. It actually makes a lot of sense. Haven’t thought about that before. Looks like I’ll be adding a little salt and a little maple syrup!
A great all natural deodorant is made by Little Seed Farm. Honestly, it is the only natural deodorant that seems to actually work for me.
Great information Heather, I’ve been there too and just a side note for those gals (like me) who suffer sensitivities to chemicals, my savior was apple cider vinegar to “kill bacteria” after washing and then I used coconut oil rubbed in the pit area. I also added essential oils of lemongrass or geranium for a scent. The ACV was only as needed sometimes takes a few days to kill all bacteria causing smell and then daily with the coconut oil.
Thanks for sharing
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We are definitely going to try out this recipe!
Great topic Heather! It's definitely one not talked about often and one that you just have to try to figure it out on your own, at least for me anyway.