Core Focus Fit

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More than 60% of women who have been pregnant experience diastasis recti (abdominal separation), yet many are never told what it is or that it can be treated.

If you’ve noticed:
✔️ A “mom pooch” that won’t go away
✔️ Core weakness
✔️ Back pain
✔️ Leaking with exercise
✔️ A feeling of pressure or instability

…it may not be something you simply have to live with.

The good news? Your body is capable of healing with the right education and exercise.

I’ve spent over 20 years as a Doctor of Physical Therapy helping women understand their bodies, and my mission through Core Focus Fit is to make evidence-based education and practical training accessible to every woman.

If you’ve been thinking about improving your core strength, pelvic floor health, or simply learning how your body works, now is a great time to start.

✨ Click the link below to learn more and use the discount code DRMONTH to save 10% on your membership.

🔗 https://every-mother.sjv.io/e13kMD

Because every woman deserves to feel strong, confident, and at home in her body again. 💙

Quick reminder for the woman rebuilding her strength:

You do not have to “bounce back.”
You are allowed to rebuild slowly, intentionally, and wisely.

Strong doesn’t always look loud.
Sometimes strength looks like:

• going for the walk
• making the nourishing meal
• setting boundaries
• resting without guilt
• starting again after a hard week

Progress is still progress.

What’s ONE thing you’re doing this week to take care of yourself? 💙



Disclaimer:
All information shared here is for educational purposes only and is not intended to diagnose, treat, or replace individualized medical advice.
If you’re experiencing pain, dysfunction, or specific concerns, please consult with a licensed healthcare professional.

I’m appreciating how Every Mother (EM) App approaches pelvic floor health a little differently.

It’s not just about strengthening. It’s about learning how the pelvic floor responds—how it supports, lengthens, and adapts in different positions and throughout movement.

There’s also a focus on relaxation, which is often overlooked, especially for women experiencing symptoms like prolapse or even constipation.

What I like most so far is that EM doesn’t keep you in one position—it begins to gently progress into real-life movement so your body can learn what to do when it actually matters.

If you’ve been dealing with pelvic floor symptoms or just feel disconnected from your core, this is a helpful place to start learning and building awareness.

If you’re curious, I’d encourage you to explore the app and begin the practice for yourself.

https://every-mother.sjv.io/e13kMD

I use the Reclaim Pelvic Floor program inside the Every Mother app, and in the first couple of days, I’ve gotten a helpful reset on how I think about core and pelvic floor.

Day 1 focused on something simple—but often misunderstood: how to properly engage and relax the pelvic floor (yes, both matter).

Not just “do your Kegels,” but understanding what’s actually happening and how this connects to things like prolapse, pressure, and that feeling of looseness or disconnect.

Day 2 started layering in movement, and this is where it really clicked.

It’s not about doing more…

It’s about doing it in a way your body can actually use.

What I appreciate so far:

• The exercises are short and manageable (I did about 10–12 minutes)
• Everything is designed to be pelvic floor safe
• There’s a strong focus on coordination—not just strength

Because here’s the truth:

A tight muscle isn’t always a strong muscle.

And a strong muscle that doesn’t coordinate well under pressure… still struggles.

This is the part I see all the time—
Women doing all the “right” exercises, but still dealing with leaking, pressure, or core disconnection.

Not because they’re not trying…

But because no one ever taught them how it all works together.

If you’ve ever wondered:

• “Am I even doing Kegels right?”
• “Why do I still feel pressure or leaking with workouts?”
• “Why does my core feel disconnected, even when I’m exercising?”

This is a really helpful place to start learning.

I’ll keep sharing what I’m learning as I go, because I plan to build some of this into my Root → Rise → Rejoice framework in a way that’s simple and sustainable.

If you want to explore it yourself, you can check out the Every Mother app here (I am an affiliate, just so you know!).

Link —> https://every-mother.sjv.io/e13kMD

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Disclaimer:
This is for education only and not a substitute for individualized medical care. If you’re dealing with ongoing symptoms, working with a pelvic health professional can make a big difference.

If you’ve ever wondered what exercises are actually safe and effective for your core and pelvic floor… this is a great place to start.

One of the biggest gaps I see is not just what to do—but how to do it in a way that supports your body instead of working against it.

That’s why I love the exercise library inside Every Mother.

It’s not just a random list of workouts.
It walks you through:

• Foundational core and pelvic floor coordination
• Breathing and pressure management (this is key)
• Progressions that meet you where you are
• Short, manageable sessions you can actually stay consistent with

This is especially helpful if you’re dealing with things like:
– leaking during workouts
– feeling disconnected from your core
– pressure or heaviness
– or just not knowing where to begin

You don’t have to guess your way through this.

Start simple. Learn how your body works. Build from there.

If you want to explore it, I’ve linked it here: [insert your affiliate link]

And as always—take your time with it. You don’t need to do everything at once. Consistency over intensity will take you further.

Dr. Charlotte

Link—> https://every-mother.sjv.io/e13kMD

Our bodies are designed to send signals when something needs attention. Tight muscles, fatigue, discomfort, or imbalance are not signs of failure. They are reminders that the body is asking for care, support, and understanding.

Sometimes the first step toward healing is simply remembering that your body was never meant to be a burden—it was meant to support you in living fully and moving through life with strength and purpose.

Your Body Was Never Meant to Be a Burden Your body was created with purpose. Learn how to care for it with intention, reconnect with it, and build strength through a lens of biblical body stewardship.

Grateful for 20 years in physical therapy, the people I’ve had the privilege to walk alongside, and the lessons that have shaped me along the way.

This season has stretched me, refined me, and reminded me why I started… to help people move better, feel stronger, and live fully.

Over the past year, I’ve felt a strong calling to step into something new, investing in the next generation through teaching, mentoring, and sharing the skills that aren’t always found in a textbook… the ones that help us truly connect and grow.

I’ve loved what I’ve done in physical therapy. And in this current season, doors have been opening and I’ve felt the nudge to step through and take hold of this new calling. It looks different, but it’s an opportunity to continue serving and leading in a new way, one that allows me to live with more intention, while still reaching and teaching with purpose for the next generation.

And if I’m honest, it also gives me something I don’t want to miss… time.

Time to be more present with my kids in these high school years, build deeper relationships with friends that I’ve had to push into the margins, and support my parents into their golden years.

This doesn’t feel like stepping away, rather it feels like stepping into exactly where I’m called to be.

This season looks different, but the heart remains the same: serve well, teach clearly, and keep growing. Grateful for every patient, every conversation, every lesson, and carrying it forward.

Here’s to new, restful beginnings, with purpose and intentionality!