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Feel strong and at home in your body again.

Gentle, supportive exercise to help you reconnect with your body, move without fear and rebuild your strength after birth, whether you're 6 weeks or 6 years postpartum.

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Hi, I'm Kate

I'm a mum of two, a Certified Pre/Postnatal Corrective Exercise Specialist and a Certified Personal Trainer. After my first baby I followed the standard advice and jumped back into exercise at eight weeks, and my body wasn't ready. That experience is exactly why I do this work. Now I help mums rebuild their strength gently and confidently, without fear or pressure. I work alongside women's health physiotherapists, not instead of them, so you get the right support every step of the way.

Certified Pre/Postnatal Corrective Exercise Specialist (PCES)  ·  Certified Personal Trainer (NASM)  ·  Mum of two  ·  Works alongside women's health physios

Coming soon: The Postnatal Core Restore
A 4-week online program you can do at home. Join the waitlist to be first to know when doors open. Launch price $67 AUD for launch week only (regular $97).

1. Join the waitlist
Pop your details in and you'll be first to know when doors open. No gym needed.

2. Move at home
Short, guided sessions of 10 to 15 minutes that fit around your baby's day.

3. Feel the difference
Rebuild your strength week by week and move through your day with more confidence.

Breathwork

Pregnancy changes the way you breathe. As your baby grows, your ribs and diaphragm have less room to move, and many mums start breathing more through their neck and shoulders, which can leave you feeling tight and achy. I'll help you gently retrain your breathing so your deep core can switch back on and your body can relax and recover.

Reconnect before you return

Whether you had a vaginal birth or a C-section, your body has done something incredible. Before jumping back into running, lifting or high-impact exercise, I guide you through slow, focused movements that help you reconnect with your core and build a strong foundation, so you can get back to the things you love (running, lifting your kids, jumping on the trampoline) with confidence. If you notice any pelvic floor symptoms such as leaking, heaviness or pain, I always recommend seeing a women's health (pelvic floor) physiotherapist, and I'm happy to work alongside them.

Rebuild your deep core

Your belly stretches beautifully to make room for your baby, and it's very common for your tummy muscles to separate a little (diastasis recti). Research suggests every woman has some separation by the end of pregnancy (Mota et al., 2015). With the right exercises, done in the right order, you can gently rebuild strength through your deep core without adding pressure. I learned this through my own postpartum recovery, and it's why I'm so passionate about helping other mums.

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My Philosophy

What mums are saying

Testimonials

Jaime Harvey, Australia

"I am 9 months postpartum with my second child and wish I knew Kate after my first. The detail of her program and personalization to me has been amazing. After a month working with Kate I am feeling connected with my body for the first time in my life. I love that Kate has gone through the experience herself so definitely gets it. Life changing experience for me."

Kimberlee Nakic, Vancouver, Canada

"It is now two years postpartum from my second birth, and I'm finally feeling connected to my body again. Kate has skillfully led me through corrective exercises to encourage proper breathing patterns, to manage rib flare, and to increase my overall core strength. I highly recommend connecting with her, no matter how far along you are in your postpartum journey."

Mya Parr, Vernon, Canada

"After twins I felt like my body would never recover. Kate gave me the tools to get back to fitness in a way that I can easily incorporate into everyday life. Kate is compassionate and open which made me feel at home with her."

Gemma Dowsett, Australia

"Kate has a calm, kind and relatable approach to helping get you back on track and back into your body. I felt safe, supported and totally understood as Kate knows what she's talking about and she's 'been there'! I couldn't recommend her enough."

Contact
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Please get clearance from your GP or women's health physiotherapist before starting. Birth to Balance complements, and doesn't replace, medical care.

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