4. From Postpartum to Empowerment: Redefining Fitness as a Mom

In this episode of More than Milestones , host KC Rickerd opens up about her personal journey of regaining fitness and prioritizing well-being after becoming a mom. She shares the real challenges of balancing exercise with the demands of parenting and why mental health plays such a vital role in the process. KC reflects on how her perspective on fitness has shifted from focusing on aesthetics to embracing overall health, strength, and self-care. KC highlights the importance of giving yourself grace, creating consistency through small and manageable workouts, and recognizing that every season of life brings new fitness needs and goals. She also emphasizes the powerful impact of involving children in exercise—not just for their development, but as a way to model healthy habits that will last a lifetime. If you’ve ever struggled to prioritize self-care after motherhood or wondered how to reconnect with your fitness in a way that supports both your mental health and your family life, this conversation will leave you feeling empowered, encouraged, and ready to take the next step in your own journey. Sponsors LMNT: Get a free 8-count Sample Pack of LMNT’s most popular drink mix flavors with any purchase at http://drinklmnt.com/MILESTONE . Find your favorite LMNT flavor, or share with a friend. Links Just Ingredients: listeners can save 10% with code MILESTONES. https://just.crrnt.app/6_-Qo5A0 💻 Website & Blog: https://www.milestonesandmotherhood.com/ 📱Follow KC for daily motor milestone tips & parenting support: https://www.instagram.com/milestones.and.motherhood/ 🎧 Follow podcast updates & new episode drops: https://www.instagram.com/more.than.milestones/ 🆓 Get my free tummy time training: Mastering Milestones with Confidence https://www.milestonesandmotherhood.com/freetraining 📬 Join the email list for milestone tips + podcast updates https://idyllic-hat-942.myflodesk.com/fwefz61097 🛒 Shop KC’s favorite mom & baby finds: https://links.milestonesandmotherhood.com/amazon/amazonstorefrontmm 🤝 Sponsor or guest inquiries? Contact us at podcast@milestonesandmotherhood.com Love what you’re hearing? Follow, leave a review, and share this episode with a fellow mom or caregiver who needs a little less pressure and a little more support. 🤍 This episode was brought to you by the Pivot Ball Change Network.