126- The 5 Most Common Mistakes Women Make When Restoring Their Core

If you’ve ever been told to “just strengthen your core” — only to keep leaking, feeling weak, or struggling with back pain — this episode is for you. 💛 The truth is, most women are given advice about their core that’s either incomplete or flat-out wrong. And when you focus on the wrong thing, you don’t just waste time… you can actually make your symptoms worse. That’s why in this episode of Pelvic Floor, Core & More, I’m breaking down the 5 most common mistakes women make about their core — and what to do instead. You’ll finally understand how your core really works, and how to start rebuilding strength, function, and confidence in your body. 💡 Inside This Episode You’ll Learn: ✅ Why your core is NOT just your abs → and what other muscles, fascia, and systems are part of the puzzle. ✅ The truth about crunches and planks → when they’re helpful, when they’re not, and what to focus on first. ✅ Why sucking in or bracing all the time is backfiring → and what to practice instead. ✅ The missing link of breath and fascia → how tension and poor pressure management block healing. ✅ Why leaking and pain don’t always mean “weakness” → and what they’re actually telling you about your body. 🌸 Why This Matters: When you understand your core as a whole system — not just “six-pack abs” — you can finally stop guessing, stop spinning your wheels, and start moving in ways that actually help. Your core isn’t broken, mama. It’s just misunderstood. 👉 If this episode resonated with you, share it with a mom friend who needs to hear that healing is possible . And don’t forget to subscribe so you never miss an empowering conversation about pelvic health, core strength, and whole-body healing. 💖 Want Personalized Support? Book a virtual or in-person pelvic floor physical therapy session tailored to YOU. 📧 Email: PTDes@balancedmomtality.com 🌿 Join the Momtality Community: 👯‍♀️ Free Facebook Group: Balanced Momtality Wellness + Support 💌 Get on the VIP list: https://newsletter.balancedmomtality.com/ 💬 Stay Connected: IG: @the_balanced_momtality FB: @thebalancedmomtality Web: www.balancedmomtality.com 🎧 Share the love: Found this powerful? Send it to a mama who’s ready to rise — and don’t forget to leave a 5-star review! 💫 Begin Your Journey with RESTORE & Continue the Full Embodiment Inside The Empowered Core Collective ! This on-demand 12-week program blends physical therapy, breathwork, and core strengthening — all inside your pocket. Or Choose to join my signature 6 mo Group Coaching Program The Empowered Core, where I guide you with support, new tools and mind/body connection throughout the 12 wks in RESTORE and 3 more mo beyond so you can have the time and tools to fully embody this transformation! 📲 Download PCM App iTunes: https://apps.apple.com/us/app/pelvic-floor-core-more/id6740750561 📲 Download PCM App Google Play: https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=com.pqw8e051gua.pmh8skrtsapp&pcampaignid=web_share 💻 More info about RESTORE & The Empowered Core : https://balancedmomtality.com/restore 🌟 Be a Founding Member The Empowered Core is open now for a select group of women ready to grow from strong… to sovereign. 🌿 Learn more & apply: https://balancedmomtality.com/restore 🌟 Inside The Empowered Core , you’ll get: ✅ Monthly group coaching calls + mini masterclasses with Dr. Des ✅ Access to a private, high-vibe VIP community of like-minded women ✅ Weekly Des Drops – audio pep talks, healing prompts, or movement wisdom ✅ A curated library of journal prompts, rituals, and embodiment tools ✅ Ongoing inspiration + expert answers to keep you grounded and growing This isn’t just continued access — it’s continued expansion. If RESTORE is your reboot… The Empowered Core is where your power takes root. Stay in the room. Stay in your body. Stay supported. ✨ You’re not just restoring your core — you’re becoming unshakable. 💖 Prefer 1:1 or Hybrid Support? Let’s build a plan just for you. Email PTDes@balancedmomtality.com Keywords: posture and pelvic floor, breathwork for leaking, body awareness practice, pelvic floor app, somatic healing women, core healing, postpartum, pregnancy, postpartum recovery, grounding, nervous system healing, regulation for moms, pregnancy fitness, prenatal workout, safe exercise during pregnancy, pelvic floor health pregnancy, core exercises pregnancy, prepare for birth, prenatal exercise tips, pregnancy workout modifications