Hi, I'm Lindsay

The Teacher Who Became a Maternal Fitness Specialist

For 10 years, I was the person parents turned to when they had questions about their child's development. As an early childhood educator with a Master's degree, I loved helping families understand milestones, navigate challenges, and feel confident in their parenting journey.

Then I became a mom myself.

And I realized there was a huge gap in support for the OTHER person in this equation: the mother whose body went through pregnancy, birth, and is still dealing with the aftermath — whether that was 6 weeks ago or 6 years ago.

The Gap I Couldn't Ignore

I knew how to support children's growth and development. But when it came to my own body during and after pregnancy, I found:

• Generic fitness programs that didn't address diastasis recti or pelvic floor issues

• Trainers who didn't understand the unique challenges of the maternal body

• Pressure to "bounce back" instead of guidance on how to heal and build strength properly

• NO ONE who understood that fitting in a workout as a mom is basically impossible

So I became the specialist I was looking for.

From Teaching to Training

I earned my Girls Gone Strong Pre & Postnatal Coaching Certification — one of the most comprehensive, evidence-based programs in the field. I learned the science of core recovery, pelvic floor rehabilitation, and safe strength progressions for pregnancy and beyond.

But here's what makes Core Maternal Fitness different: I bring my teaching background to every session.

I understand:

• How to break down complex movements into simple, achievable steps

• How to explain the "why" behind each exercise (because knowledge is power)

• How to adapt on the fly when life with kids doesn't go as planned

• How to meet you where you are — physically, mentally, emotionally

Who I Work With

Core Maternal Fitness serves mothers at every stage:

Expecting moms who want to stay strong and prepare their bodies for birth

Newly postpartum (6 weeks to 6 months) focusing on safe recovery and rebuilding foundation strength

Beyond the "fourth trimester" (6 months to several years postpartum) addressing lingering issues like diastasis recti, pelvic floor dysfunction, or simply wanting to feel strong again

Moms years after their last baby who never properly addressed core and pelvic floor recovery, or who want to return to activities they love

The truth? "Postpartum" doesn't end at 6 weeks, 6 months, or even 6 years. Your body went through an incredible transformation, and whether you're navigating pregnancy now or dealing with issues from a birth years ago, you deserve specialized support.

What We'll Work On Together

Whether you're preparing for birth, recovering from it, or addressing long-standing core and pelvic floor issues, we'll focus on:

• Rebuilding your core from the inside out (or keeping it strong during pregnancy)

• Strengthening your pelvic floor — the foundation of everything

• Developing functional strength for real-life motherhood

• Addressing diastasis recti, pelvic organ prolapse, or incontinence

• Creating sustainable habits that fit your actual life

And it all happens in your home, during 45-minute sessions that work around naps, feeding schedules, school drop-offs, and the beautiful chaos of motherhood.

You Deserve Expert Support

You wouldn't accept generic advice about your child's development — why accept it for your own body during and after pregnancy?

Whether you're currently pregnant, 6 weeks postpartum, or 6 years out from your last baby, it's never too late to build strength, heal your core, and feel confident in your body again.

Let's build your strength together — evidence-based, individualized, and designed for the life you're living right now.

📍 In-home training in Ankeny & Des Moines Metro
💪 Specialized maternal fitness programming
🤰 Prenatal through years postpartum
🏠 No childcare needed — your kids can be there