neck pain

Can a Pinched Nerve in the Neck Cause Shoulder Blade Pain?

Can a Pinched Nerve in the Neck Cause Shoulder Blade Pain?
As an executive mum balancing a high-stress career and family life, you’re no stranger to neck and shoulder discomfort. Long hours at your desk, hunching over your phone, and the constant juggling of responsibilities can take a toll on your posture and muscles. If you’ve been experiencing nagging pain around your shoulder blade, you might be wondering, “Could this be related to my neck?” The answer is yes - a pinched nerve in your neck can indeed cause pain in the shoulder blade area. In this blog lets discuss how and why this happens and what you can do about it ....
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Adrenal Fatigue and Chronic Pain: What Every Executive Mum Needs to Know

Adrenal Fatigue and Chronic Pain: What Every Executive Mum Needs to Know
As an executive mum, your days are packed with back-to-back meetings, long commutes, and the constant juggling act of work and family life. It’s no wonder you often feel drained, battling low energy levels, brain fog, and unexplained aches and pains. What you may not realize is that these symptoms could be linked to something deeper—adrenal fatigue. Understanding this connection can help you take proactive steps to improve your energy, reduce pain, and feel more in control of your busy life. Lets explore more in this blog ....
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Are Cold Packs Effective For Neck Pain Relief?

Are Cold Packs Effective For Neck Pain Relief?
As an executive mum balancing a high-stress job and family life, dealing with neck pain can add another layer of strain to your already busy day. Sitting for long hours at a desk, juggling home responsibilities, or simply trying to manage work-life balance can put a lot of stress on your neck and shoulders, leading to discomfort and pain. In this blog, let’s explore how cold therapy works and if it is effective for neck pain relief ...
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Should You Sleep With Your Shoulders On Your Pillow?

Should You Sleep With Your Shoulders On Your Pillow?
As an executive mum balancing a demanding career and the responsibilities of caring for young children, restful sleep is crucial to recharge for the day ahead. However, waking up with neck and shoulder pain or discomfort can hinder your energy and focus throughout the day. Often, small adjustments to your sleeping posture can make a significant difference. Have you ever wondered if your shoulders be on the pillow when you sleep? In this blog lets discuss how your pillow placement affects your spine, neck, and overall comfort ...
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How Can You Use A Body Pillow To Maximise Comfort and Manage Your Spinal (Back & Neck) Pain?

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

 
Hi there! 
I am Swati, an Executive Mum Power Coach & Certified Posture Expert

I help mums of young kids working in high-stress executive jobs manage back, neck, and nerve pain, even with low energy, brain fog, and little time to spare. My proven system delivers real relief without stealing hours from your already packed day. The result? More productive professionals at work and guilt-free mums who can be fully present with their kids, instead of being sidelined by pain.



My passion comes from personal experience. I’ve been where you are: in pain, overwhelmed, and exhausted. After two pregnancies in three years, juggling my kids, housework, and a demanding job, I was stuck in a constant cycle of back and nerve pain. The physical load of motherhood added strain to my spine and joints. Meanwhile, adrenal fatigue left me drained, even after 10–12 hours of sleep.

Everyday tasks became a struggle. I was forgetful, foggy, and low on energy. Even as a trained physiotherapist and posture expert, I couldn’t escape my own pain. I stood all day at work, spent evenings on the laptop, rocked my kids to sleep, sat through endless meetings, traveled frequently ... I’ve been through it all.

I kept my pain hidden at work, afraid to speak up. I felt like a fraud, someone who coached others on relief strategies but couldn’t find relief herself. I loved my job and my children, but I couldn’t give 100% to either. Pain was holding me back.

One New Year, I made a resolution: to get healthy, not just fix pain, fatigue, or weight. I focused on reducing inflammation, healing my adrenal fatigue, and reclaiming my energy. Slowly but surely, the pain faded. I lost weight, my brain fog cleared, and my energy skyrocketed. Today, my pain is nearly gone. I feel stronger, clearer, and more in control than I have in years.
And now, I want that for you.

I combine professional expertise with lived experience to support other mums like me, those with young kids, high-stress jobs, and no time for complicated health programs. I’ve helped hundreds of women reduce spinal and joint pain, lift their energy, and clear the mental fog that holds them back.

If any of this resonates, you’re not alone. I’ve been there. I got you, mommy!

Let’s get you feeling strong, confident, and fully present at work and at home.
Are you ready to start? Curious about how this works? Just ask.

Let's DO THIS!
xx Swati
** Executive Mum Power Coach **

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