5 Things That Brought My Postpartum Body Back to Life

Real healing, real movement, and zero pressure.

Let’s just get one thing straight—postpartum recovery is not about “bouncing back.”

It’s about rebuilding.
Reconnecting.
And feeling like yourself again.

After I had my first baby, I didn’t rush into movement. I didn’t follow a rigid plan or obsess over timelines. I took things at my own pace. And now, looking back, I’m grateful for that. Because the things that truly brought my body—and honestly, my spirit—back to life weren’t extreme. They were sustainable, joyful, and deeply healing.

Here are the 5 things that changed everything for me in my postpartum recovery journey:

1. Taking It Easy in the Beginning

I gave myself permission to not push it.

In the first several months after giving birth, I wasn’t “on” all the time. I went to the gym here and there, but I didn’t start moving consistently until I was 7 months postpartum. And that’s totally okay. I used to feel guilty about that, but now? I see it for what it was: exactly what my body needed.

I let go of pressure and gave myself grace. No strict schedules, no shame, just deep rest and healing.

Sometimes the most powerful thing you can do is pause.

2. Getting Outside

This is how my movement journey truly began again.

No fancy program. No equipment. Just me and the outdoors. Getting outside became my reset—mentally, physically, and emotionally. I would walk, breathe, soak up vitamin D, and feel my body come back online.

It wasn’t about burning calories. It was about reconnecting.

This step was small, but it built the foundation for everything else that came next.

3. PIIT (Pilates Intense Interval Training)

Once I felt ready to move again, I didn’t just want to exercise—I wanted to enjoy it.

That’s why I started doing PIIT—Pilates Intense Interval Training. This format brought two of my loves together: music and Pilates. It’s energizing, low-impact, and gets your heart rate up in the most empowering way.

PIIT workouts reignited something in me. They reminded me that movement could feel like me time—not another chore on the list.

And honestly? That joy was just as healing as the movement itself.

If you want to give PIIT a go, try it here.

4. Peachy Pilates

This is where my core recovery really began.

A lot of people don’t realize this, but your glutes are a part of your core—and Peachy Pilates helped me activate them in a way that supported my whole body. The balance work, the control, the focus on alignment... it gave me back my confidence and my strength.

I started to feel capable again. Balanced. Stable. Empowered.

This program reminded me that core recovery isn’t just about abs—it’s about function, posture, and feeling strong from the inside out.

Give Peachy Pilates a try here.

5. Resistance Training Pilates

As I rebuilt, this is where my strength returned.

Resistance Training Pilates helped me regain tone, endurance, and confidence in my body. It was gentle but effective—and every movement had a purpose. It’s not about lifting the heaviest weights or pushing past your limit. It’s about using intentional resistance to strengthen your entire body.

This was my next-level comeback. I started feeling like the strongest version of myself again—mentally and physically.

(P.S. The full written program is coming soon inside The Studio 😉)

Final Thoughts: It’s Not About Perfection—It’s About Progress

If you’re in that foggy, postpartum place where movement feels far away or even impossible—I see you. I’ve been there. And I’m telling you right now: you’re doing great. Your healing gets to look like this—slow, joyful, empowering, and entirely your own.

You don’t need to rush. You don’t need to bounce back.

You just need to take the next gentle step.
And I hope this helps you feel inspired to take it.