What does postpartum recovery really look like beyond the six-week checkup?

In this deeply personal episode of The Healing Core, Dr. Maria Muto-Rodriguez shares the honest realities of her two postpartum journeys—what went wrong the first time, what she changed the second time, and the lessons every new mom deserves to hear before giving birth.

From postpartum anxiety, irritability, nutrient deficiencies, breastfeeding challenges, and sleep deprivation to pelvic floor recovery, postpartum thyroiditis, and the importance of community support, Dr. Maria opens up about the physical, emotional, and hormonal shifts that often go unspoken.

She discusses:

• Why postpartum recovery is about more than just physical healing
• The connection between nutrient deficiencies, mood changes, and fatigue
• Breastfeeding, hydration, and supporting milk supply
• The impact of sleep, stress, and nervous system regulation
• Pelvic floor recovery and returning to exercise safely
• Postpartum thyroiditis and hidden signs of hormonal imbalance
• Why support systems can dramatically change the postpartum experience
• Common postpartum symptoms that many women aren't warned about
• How to honor your body's healing timeline without pressure to "bounce back"

Whether you're preparing for birth, navigating early motherhood, or supporting someone through postpartum recovery, this episode offers compassionate guidance, practical advice, and reassurance that healing takes time.

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The Healing Core is a women’s health podcast focused on pelvic floor therapy, hormone balance, chronic pain, gut health, and nervous system regulation. Hosted by Dr. Maria Muto Rodriguez, each episode blends holistic healing and physical therapy to help you heal from the inside out.

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In this episode of The Healing Core, Dr. Maria Muto-Rodriguez sits down with Reiki practitioner and wellness coach Stephanie Zamora, founder of Elevate with Stephanie, for an honest conversation about nervous system regulation, emotional healing, stress, and the powerful connection between mind and body.

Together, they explore what Reiki actually is, how it may help the body shift out of chronic fight-or-flight mode, and why so many physical symptoms can be connected to unresolved emotional stress and nervous system dysregulation.

Stephanie shares her unique approach to healing through Reiki, hypnosis, acupressure, intuition, and coaching, while Maria reflects on her own experiences as both a patient and a women's health physical therapist. The conversation dives into emotional release, trauma stored in the body, the challenges of pregnancy and postpartum recovery, and the importance of creating safety before true healing can occur.

Whether you're curious about Reiki, struggling with chronic stress, navigating pregnancy or postpartum, or simply looking for ways to feel more connected to your body, this episode offers a compassionate and grounded perspective on what healing can look like.

Topics discussed:
• What Reiki is and how it works
• Nervous system regulation and chronic stress
• Emotional release and trauma stored in the body
• Why trying to control everything creates more stress
• The connection between physical symptoms and emotional experiences
• Pregnancy, postpartum recovery, and reconnecting with your body
• Building trust, safety, and resilience in the healing process
• Why your body needs to feel safe before it can change

Connect with Stephanie Zamora:
https://elevatewithstephanie.my.canva.site

Learn more about Holistic Physio:
https://holisticphysiodoc.com

If this episode resonated with you, please subscribe, leave a review, and share it with someone who may need this conversation. Your support helps more women discover the connection between their body, nervous system, and healing journey.

Heal from the inside out. Start at the core.

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The Healing Core is a women’s health podcast focused on pelvic floor therapy, hormone balance, chronic pain, gut health, and nervous system regulation. Hosted by Dr. Maria Muto Rodriguez, each episode blends holistic healing and physical therapy to help you heal from the inside out.

Learn more and connect at: https://holisticphysiodoc.com/

Follow the show at the link, so you never miss an episode: https://thehealingcore.buzzsprout.com

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In this deeply personal episode of The Healing Core, Dr. Maria shares her real-time experience navigating pregnancy with baby number two while balancing motherhood, business ownership, pelvic pain, emotional regulation, and birth preparation.

From pelvic floor tension and nervous system regulation to labor positioning and postpartum recovery, this episode blends personal insight with expert clinical guidance for moms preparing their bodies and minds for birth.

Inside this episode, you’ll learn:

• How pregnancy changes the body physically and emotionally
• Why nervous system regulation matters during pregnancy
• Pelvic floor therapy techniques for pain relief and birth prep
• Exercises and positions that help create space for baby during labor
• Why traditional pushing positions may not always be optimal
• Questions to ask your OB about labor, delivery, induction, and birth options
• How breathing and pelvic floor connection can support an easier birth and postpartum recovery
• The importance of emotional support, regulation, and postpartum preparation

Dr. Maria also opens up about:

• Pregnancy while parenting a toddler
• Managing stress and physical tension
• Reiki and emotional healing during pregnancy
• Morning routines and grounding practices
• The realities of preparing for postpartum the second time around

Download Dr. Maria’s FREE Labor Preparation Guide here:
https://holisticphysiodoc.myflodesk.com/laborprep

If this episode resonates with you, share it with another mom or mom-to-be and help spread awareness around pelvic health, nervous system healing, and empowered birth preparation.

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The Healing Core is a women’s health podcast focused on pelvic floor therapy, hormone balance, chronic pain, gut health, and nervous system regulation. Hosted by Dr. Maria Muto Rodriguez, each episode blends holistic healing and physical therapy to help you heal from the inside out.

Learn more and connect at: https://holisticphysiodoc.com/

Follow the show at the link, so you never miss an episode: https://thehealingcore.buzzsprout.com

Music provided by https://mibemusic.com/