Addressing good habits and ergonomics to improve your posture and physical health

“When new mothers come in, they haven’t been given direction on how to practice proper ergonomics post-birth or post-maternity leave. So I would highly suggest that you talk to your employer to get an ergonomic assessment at work so that you are comfortable with all the shifts that you’re body goes through.”

In this episode, chiropractor, Dr. Max Dekterov joins founder and CEO Kinia Romanowska to talk about addressing good habits and ergonomics, including physical exercise while working from home, work posture, and the correct movements for lifting and carrying your babies.`

Tune in to this episode for insights on how we can perform our daily activities in a safe manner, increase body strength, and improve our overall health.

Dr. Max Dekterov is a chiropractor who has helped his patients exceed their recovery expectations, using evidence-based care with active rehabilitation. He has treated families, with children as young as one-year-old. Connect with Dr. Max at South Center Chiropractic Clinic, Facebook and Instagram.

0:00 Intro

2:08 Meet Dr. Max

2:37 Dr. Max’s passion about helping mothers

3:44 How does motherhood affect your spine?

6:53 Ergonomic tips while caring for a baby

15:20 How does a chiropractor help you with your transition through different stages of motherhood?

19:36 Adding a chiropractor to your health routine

21:18 How do you keep moving and exercising while working from home?

25:07 More ergonomic tips from Dr. Max

27:54 Connect with Dr. Max

28:46 Endnotes

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Kinia Romanowska, BA, MA, is a well-traveled award-winning journalist turned entrepreneur, maternity leave strategist, and working parent whisperer. A wife and mom of three passionate about making sure the next generation doesn’t experience the “Motherhood Penalty,” she is the founder and CEO of Pros&Babes and creator of the MoMBA (Mom MBA), the pioneering 360-leadership and personal development program for the busy, ambitious mom in Canada. She is the host of the “Engineer Your Success, Leadership, and Life Harmony #likeamother” podcast.