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How Can You Use A Body Pillow To Maximise Comfort and Manage Your Spinal (Back & Neck) Pain?

10/24/2024 12:00 AM Central
Swati Prakash
Back Pain & Core, neck pain
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For executive mums dealing with the stresses of work and home life, proper use of a body pillow can make a significant difference in how you feel each day. Using a body pillow might seem straightforward, but there are ways to maximize its benefits for comfort and pain relief. In this blog lets discuss how a body pillow can be used to get the maximum benefit and comfort.

The key to using a body pillow effectively is to position it correctly. For side sleepers, the pillow should be placed between your knees to keep your hips aligned and reduce the stresses on your lower back. You can also hug the pillow with one arm wrapped over it, which helps to keep your mid back or thoracic spine in a neutral position and relieves pressure on your shoulders and neck as well as prevent poor posture.

J shaped body pillows can also provide cushioning for the neck and shoulders. This is especially beneficial for executive mums who often carry tension in these areas due to the stresses of work and home life. By cradling your body, these pillows help maintain a neutral sleeping position, which is crucial for alleviating spinal pain and preventing the development of more serious issues related to chronic back or neck conditions.

For back sleepers, a body pillow can be placed under your knees to support the natural curve of your lower back and reduce tension in the lumbar region.

Additionally, using a body pillow in conjunction with other supportive bedding, like a quality mattress and ergonomic pillow, can enhance your comfort and further reduce pain. The combination of these elements ensures that your body is fully supported, allowing you to wake up feeling refreshed and pain-free. By incorporating a body pillow into your sleep routine, you can alleviate pain, improve your posture, and enjoy a more restful night’s sleep. For executive mums, this means being better equipped to handle the demands of your busy life with less discomfort.

Apart from the physical benefits, a body pillow can also improve sleep, energy levels and emotional well-being. Watch this video to learn more:

While using a body pillow it is also essential to ensure a good posture while sleeping. HERE is a free guide on "How can you maintain a Good Posture While Sleeping". It gives you the details of sleeping posture in side lying, back sleeping, 3 postures to avoid when sleeping and how to change to a better sleeping posture and much more.

HERE is the body pillow that I have used and recommend.

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Can Your Shoulder and Arm Pain Be Nerve-Related?

10/22/2024 12:00 AM Central
Swati Prakash
Nerve Pain & Sciatica, Shoulder & Elbow Pain
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As a busy executive mum, balancing work and family can be challenging enough without the added struggle of shoulder or arm pain. If you have been experiencing sharp, shooting pain, tingling, or numbness in your shoulder or arm, it could be nerve-related. Understanding the different sources of nerve pain can help you identify the issue and find relief. In this blog, lets discuss if your shoulder and arm pain is nerve related ....

Can Good Posture Help with Back & Neck Pain Relief and Less Fatigue?

10/20/2024 12:00 AM Central
Swati Prakash
Back Pain & Core, Improved Energy Levels, neck pain, Posture & Ergonomics (RSI)
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As an executive mum balancing a high-stress job and family life, dealing with constant neck, back, and nerve pain can feel overwhelming. Add to that the fatigue and drained energy levels, and you may find it hard to keep up with your busy schedule. In this blog lets discuss how posture affects your spinal pain and fatigue levels.

Executive mothers often find themselves adopting poor posture habits whether it's protruding the head forwards to look at a computer screen during work hours or carrying a heavy diaper bag on one shoulder. This habitual slouching and improper alignment of the spine can strain and overwork of the muscles and ligaments in the spine, leading to neck and back pain.

Furthermore, the stiffness and muscle spasm can lead to muscle fatigue due to restricted blood flow and oxygen supply. This can even lead to brain fog that interferes with your productivity level and ability to cope up with everyday challenges at work and home. In addition to this, standing tall isn't just a physical benefit—it also positively affects your mindset. A better posture can boost your confidence and mood, helping you show up as your best self, whether in the office or at home with your kids.

The key to avoiding spinal pain and fatigue/low energy levels is to adopt a good posture in the daytime, whether sitting or standing and at night, while sleeping. It takes consistent effort to change habits and switch over to a good posture but it is not an impossible task. Watch this video on 'How Can You Improve Your Posture When Sitting?'

Click HERE for a free guide on How can you maintain a good posture while sleeping?

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4 Easy Tips To Manage Postpartum Back Pain

10/17/2024 12:00 AM Central
Swati Prakash
Back Pain & Core
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Postpartum back pain or back pain after childbirth is a common issue, especially for executive mums who juggle demanding work schedules and the physical strains of new motherhood. The physical changes during pregnancy, like an expanding uterus, weight gain and hormonal shifts, can significantly alter your posture and weaken core muscles, putting extra pressure on your back. Additionally, the strain of constantly lifting, carrying, and breastfeeding your baby can lead to muscle fatigue and discomfort, especially in the upper back and neck. Navigating postpartum back pain as a busy executive mum can be challenging, but simple adjustments can provide relief. In this blog, lets discuss how to ease postpartum back pain ...

5 Common Reasons Why You Get Back Pain After Childbirth

10/15/2024 12:00 AM Central
Swati Prakash
Back Pain & Core
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Back pain after childbirth is a common issue, with studies suggesting that up to 75% of new mums experience it. For executive mums, who often juggle long hours at work with home responsibilities, the physical strain can be even more pronounced. Understanding the causes of postnatal back pain can help in finding effective ways to manage it and stay productive at work and home. In this blog, lets explore some common reasons why back pain tends to linger post-delivery ...

MEET SWATI

Hi there!

I am Swati, an Executive Mum Power Coach and a Certified Posture Expert. I use my proven system to help mums of younger kids working in high-stress executive jobs manage their back, neck, and nerve pains, despite low energy levels and brain fog. I do all this without taking away a big chunk of their time out of their already busy day. This enables them to be more productive and capable professionals at work and guilt-free mums who can focus on their kids instead of always being distracted by pain.

My passion for helping executive mums stems from my own experiences. I have been in the same boat and understand the frustration and helplessness of being in constant pain or being afraid to engage in activities due to the fear of pain. After two pregnancies in the span of three years and juggling my two kids, housework, and a demanding job, I was constantly in pain. The weight gain from motherhood added extra stress to my already overburdened spine and joints. I was stuck in a vicious cycle of weight loss and spinal/nerve pain that I just couldn’t break free from.

On top of the physical pain, I also suffered from adrenal fatigue. I often felt exhausted, waking up groggy even after a full night’s (10 to 12 plus hours!) sleep, and struggled with low energy levels and brain fog. Simple tasks became challenging, and I found myself forgetting things and unable to think clearly. It was incredibly frustrating and made it even harder to balance my professional responsibilities and family life.

My work involved long hours of standing during the day, prolonged hours on the laptop in the evening, and lots of running around and rocking my kids to sleep in between. Despite my knowledge and expertise in pain relief, I still found myself unable to escape the constant daily pain and fatigue.

Sitting at a desk job from 9 to 5, or longer, plus endless meetings that seem to go on forever. The frequent traveling, the uncomfortable hotel pillows that make it impossible to get a good night’s sleep—I’ve experienced it all. I remember not being able to share my discomfort at work because I felt like an imposter, talking about pain relief strategies and focusing on work while I was not able to achieve it myself. I didn’t disclose the extent of my pain and forgetfulness to my colleagues for years. Even though I loved my kids and my job, I couldn’t give 100% to either. The discomfort held me back from reaching my full potential, making me feel guilty as a mum and less productive at work. I felt like I was constantly running on empty, unable to catch a break from the pain and exhaustion.

I finally got fed up after years of trying and decided to make a New Year’s resolution to get ‘healthy’ instead of focusing solely on my pain, fatigue, forgetfulness, and weight loss. When I shifted my focus to getting healthier by reducing the inflammation in my body and addressing my adrenal fatigue, the pain started to decrease, my energy levels and focus improved, and the pounds started shedding off too! That, of course, meant a happier spine, nerves, joints, and a happier me! Today, my neck, back, and nerve pain are down to zero, my knee pain has reduced by 75%, my brain fog has reduced drastically and my energy levels are higher than ever. I realized that I had been focusing on the wrong solutions for over a decade!

Now, my mission is to share my knowledge of pain relief and managing adrenal fatigue along with my personal experience with other mums, especially those with younger kids who work in high-stress executive jobs. My goal is to help you find lasting relief, boost your energy, and reclaim your life, just as I did.

If you can relate to all this, you are not alone. As a mum, I have been there and done that—momma, I got you! I’ve helped hundreds of mums in this situation over the years find their solution to manage spinal and joint pains, low energy levels, and brain fog that hold them back. This enables them to feel confidently in control and empowers them to cultivate that confidence and productivity at work and enjoy being with their kids, to be able to run around with them without the fear of injury or pain.

Are you ready for this journey? Ask me how if you are curious.

Let's DO THIS!

xx Swati

** Executive Mum Power Coach **

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