Trusting Your Body: Birth Prep, Postpartum & Realistic Expectations from a Prenatal Chiropractor

#37: Jess Sittig talks with Riley Flaherty, a mom of three girls and a prenatal chiropractor, including her shocking ER visit that turned into an unexpected twin pregnancy, plus the bleeding, fear, and trust it took to get through it. Riley breaks down what actually matters in prenatal care, and why so much of the common advice around “just do kegels” misses the point. Twin pregnancy, birth prep, and postpartum recovery get a radically practical reset in this conversation. If you want clearer guidance on how to support your body before delivery and heal smarter after a vaginal delivery or a c-section, this one is packed with the kind of advice most moms never hear.KEY TAKEAWAYSBalancing part-time motherhood with work as a pregnancy- and postpartum-centered chiropractorDiscovering an unexpected twin pregnancy at the ERBleeding during pregnancy, placental abruption, subchorionic hematoma, and implantation bleedingBirth preparation focused on core stability, breath control, and pelvic floor relaxationC-section preparation, scar desensitization, nerve stimulation, and early recoveryThe emotional differences and postpartum recovery between vaginal delivery and C-section recoveryWhy the toddler stage can feel easier than the newborn stageHow twin parenting encourages flexibility and better communicationRiley’s advice for twin moms: set realistic expectationsEPISODE SPONSORThis episode is brought to you by Thrive Market -> $30 off your first 2 orders and a free gift!CONNECT WITH RILEYInstagram @_RileyFlahertyCONNECT WITH THE HOST, JESSInstagram @TwinMomLifePodcastDISCOUNT CODESLooking for a twin-specific breastfeeding course? Check out ->Twin Mom Guide to Breastfeeding TwinsRiverside -> Want to start a podcast? I LOVE Riverside! I can record, edit and upload to streaming sites all in one program! To learn more click here!Disclaimer: This post contains affiliate links. If you purchase through these links, the host may earn a small commission at no extra cost to you. The information shared on this podcast is intended for educational and informational purposes only and should not be considered medical advice, diagnosis, or treatment. Always consult a qualified healthcare provider. The views, opinions, and experiences expressed by guests on this podcast are their own and do not reflect the hosts personal beliefs, opinions, or those of this podcast. Hosting a guest does not imply endorsement of their statements, products, services, or viewpoints. The goal is to encourage thoughtful conversations and provide a platform for a variety of perspectives.