183- The Biggest Lie About Postpartum // It Isn’t a Phase — It’s a Foundation for Your Next Level Self

About this episode

Dr. Desiree Cassell discusses the importance of understanding postpartum recovery as a foundational phase rather than a temporary one.

If you’ve ever been told you’re “cleared at 6 weeks”… but your body still doesn’t feel right — this episode is for you. So many women are left feeling confused, frustrated, or even dismissed when they continue to experience symptoms like leaking, pelvic pressure, core weakness, or pain long after postpartum “should” be over. But here’s the truth: postpartum is not just a phase — it’s a foundation. In this episode, Dr. Des breaks down what actually changes in your body during pregnancy and postpartum, why so many women feel unsupported during this time, and what your body truly needs to heal, rebuild, and feel strong again. If you’ve been feeling disconnected from your body or unsure how to safely return to exercise, this conversation will help you understand where to start and why your experience is valid. In This Episode, We Explore: Why postpartum recovery goes far beyond 6 weeks Common symptoms that are often dismissed but shouldn’t be What actually changes in your core and pelvic floor during pregnancy Why “just doing kegels” isn’t enough How to rebuild strength safely and progressively Why This Matters Postpartum isn’t about “bouncing back” — it’s about building a stronger…

People in this episode

Host: Dr. Desiree Cassell

Topics covered

• postpartum recovery
• core strength
• pelvic floor health
• women's health
• exercise after pregnancy
• healing
• support for new moms

Keywords

• postpartum
• core weakness
• pelvic pressure
• kegels
• exercise
• recovery
• women's health
• healing
• support
• confidence

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