Everyone says ‘listen to your body’… but mine is sending mixed signals

One day, you feel pretty good.  

You do a longer walk, a few exercises, maybe even some light weights.

The next day?

- Your pelvic floor feels heavy.  

- Your core feels weak or “domed” in the middle.  

- Your emotions are all over the place.  

- You’re second-guessing everything.

You’re trying so hard to “listen to your body.”  

But what do you do when the message changes every. single. day.?

Let’s give you a framework.

Understanding your body’s “yes,” “no,” and “not yet”

Postpartum, your body’s signals live on a spectrum:

Yes:  

  - Mild muscle fatigue that recovers in a day  

  - No increase in heaviness, leaking, or pain  

  - You feel more grounded afterward  

No:  

  - Sharp pain, pulling, or burning  

  - Sudden heaviness, bulging, or leaking  

  - Bleeding that returns or increases with activity  

Not yet / too much: 

  - You can do the exercise, but:

    - You feel wobbly through your middle  

    - Your form falls apart quickly  

    - You’re extra sore or fatigued for 2–3 days after  

Instead of labeling yourself as “out of shape” or “not ready,” you can simply say:

“My body is giving me a not yet for this level. I need a more gradual path.”

 

How pilates + strength gives clearer feedback

Random workouts give random feedback.  

A structured, phased plan gives you patterns you can actually read.

Pilates-based core and breath work:

- Shows you how your core and pelvic floor respond to low-load challenges  

- Helps you notice subtle signs of fatigue or compensation  

- Builds your awareness so you catch issues early  

Strength training:

- Adds gradual load so you can see how your body responds as you increase demand  

- Makes it easier to adjust: you can change weight, reps, tempo, or rest  

- Gives you measurable wins: “I lifted X today and felt solid.”

A simple decision tree for postpartum movement

When you move, check in:

1. During the exercise

  

   - Can you breathe steadily?  

   - Does your core feel engaged but not bulging or doming?  

   - Any heaviness or pain in your pelvis?  

   If things feel off: reduce range of motion, weight, or intensity—or switch to a gentler option.

2. Right after

  

   - Do you feel more awake and grounded—or wrecked?  

   - Any new symptoms (pressure, leaking, throbbing)?  

3. Later that day + next morning

  

   - Are your muscles just “good sore,” or are symptoms flaring?  

   - Do you have enough energy to function, or do you feel wiped out?

If symptoms worsen, that’s feedback—not failure.

When “listening to your body” isn’t enough

You deserve more than vague advice when:

- You’re navigating prolapse, diastasis, or pelvic pain  

- You’ve had a cesarean and are unsure how to load your core  

- You’re trying to balance exercise with recovery, parenting, and mental health

This is where a guided, postpartum-specific plan matters.

(And always, if you’re unsure about symptoms or safety, bring your healthcare provider into the conversation. This is education, not personalized medical care.)

How I can help you decode your body’s signals:

🎀 Core Repair Training Plan  

Built for the “my body is sending mixed messages” phase:

- Step-by-step pilates and strength progressions  

- Clear cues on what to watch for and how to adjust  

- A structure that helps you *see* what’s working and what’s not  

🎀 Online Coaching  

If you want a teammate in all this:

- We’ll interpret your symptoms and sensations together  

- You’ll get personalized modifications and progressions  

- You’ll gain confidence in understanding your own body’s “yes,” “no,” and “not yet.”

You’re not bad at listening to your body.  

You just haven’t been given a clear, compassionate framework for what it’s trying to say. 🤎