E295 Navigating Postpartum: Reflections and Insights w/ Erin Finley

E295 Navigating Postpartum: Reflections and Insights w/ Erin Finley

Author: CJ Finley August 20, 2023 Duration: 34:31
In this episode, CJ and Erin Finley, discuss Erin's experience with postpartum. Erin reflects on her thoughts and feelings immediately after giving birth to their son and the challenges she has faced in her physical/mental recovery. She also shares her experience with breastfeeding and adjusting to the demands of caring for a newborn. Tune in to gain insight into the postpartum journey and the realities of the early days of parenthood.   Key Topics [00:00:23] Reflections on Erin's postpartum experience. [00:05:23] How focusing on self-care can bring feelings of guilt. [00:08:32] The recovery process after childbirth. [00:13:55] Contradictory information on postpartum exercise. [00:17:18] Healing your abdominal muscles postpartum. [00:20:45] Running during pregnancy. [00:24:09] The importance of eating quality beef and other nutrient dense foods. [00:28:33] Erin's first time leaving her baby for a business trip. [00:31:34] The separation is in the preparation.   Connect with Erin Instagram TikTok   Connect with CJ Finley: CJ's Instagram CJ's YouTube CJ's Twitter cjfinley.com   ThriveOnLife Podcast Instagram thriveonlife.com      

CJ Finley hosts the THRIVEONLIFE Podcast, a space dedicated to practical conversations about building a more fulfilling existence. Rather than just theorizing, each episode digs into the tangible aspects of well-being, focusing on the interconnected pillars of health, personal wealth, and genuine happiness. You’ll hear CJ in dialogue with a variety of entrepreneurs and mission-driven individuals who have moved beyond merely getting by and are actively crafting lives they love. These discussions are grounded in real experience, offering actionable tips and perspectives that listeners can apply to their own journeys. The tone is conversational and direct, avoiding empty inspiration in favor of substance. New episodes arrive regularly, continuing a consistent exploration of what it means to truly thrive. This podcast serves as a resource for anyone feeling stuck in a routine and looking for thoughtful guidance on integrating better habits, smarter financial choices, and a deeper sense of purpose into their daily routine. It’s about the cumulative effect of small, intentional changes across all areas of life.
Author: Language: English Episodes: 100

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