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Active Mom Podcast: Pregnancy, Postpartum, Perimenopause, Menopause & Beyond

Carrie
Pregnancy
Women's Health
Pelvic Health
Running
Strength Training
Motherhood
Menopause
Perimenopause
Nutrition
Postpartum Recovery
Pelvic Floor Health
Postpartum
Postpartum Fitness
Pelvic Floor
Mental Health
Postpartum Health
Physical Therapy
Childbirth
Maternal Health
Postpartum Exercise

Welcome to the Active Mom Podcast — where real motherhood stories meet real science.

Hosted by Dr. Carrie Pagliano, double board-certified physical therapist, runner, mom of two, and internationally recognized expert in pregnancy, postpartum, pelvic floor, and perimenopause performance.

Whether you’re a mom navigating running with prolapse or leakage, a clinician supporting active women, or a li... more

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In June, my very first mom friend texted me about a relay for her 50th. I said yes. THEN I asked what I'd signed up for.

3 running legs in less than 24 hours including night running. And I'm a morning runner, because over the years... more

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Carrie was taught to go gentle. Brianna was taught to go harder. Neither one worked.

Bri Battles reached out and said let's chat about history. I said okay. So here we are, two podcasts running as one episode, looking back at the l... more

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Three years ago Joy Black came on this show to talk about climbing in pregnancy and postpartum, and quite honestly, we had almost no research to point at. She came back this time as a published researcher. Two papers, both in Sports... more

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Labor Day is in the rearview, the temps are finally doing what they're supposed to do, and this is the last rewind of the summer. Quite honestly, this is the one I wanted to close out on.

When Margie came on for this one, she spent... more

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Recent Guests

Vanessa Komarek
Heavy Lifting Psychologist, psychologist specializing in prenatal and postpartum mental health
Private practice / postpartum mental health
Episode: The Thoughts You're Too Scared to Say Out Loud — Birth Trauma, Intrusive Thoughts & Postpartum Mental Health with DR. VANESSA KOMAREK (@heavy_lifting_psychologist)
Dr. Megan James
PhD in perinatal athlete space; researcher
Episode: What Load Actually Reaches Your Pelvis When You Run? The Data & a Guide Built for Postpartum Moms — with DR. MEGAN JAMES
James Clear
Author of Atomic Habits
Author, Atomic Habits
Episode: REWIND // Turns out Atomic Habits is a parenting book — Routines, mindset & making change stick in parenthood— JAMES CLEAR
Lotta Hintsa
High-altitude climber who shares pregnancy and motherhood journey
Self-employed climber; social media presence
Episode: High-Altitude Climbing in Pregnancy… Thin Evidence, Loud Opinions, and Trusting Her Own Risk Tolerance — with LOTTA HINTSA
Gráinne Donnelly
Physio in Northern Ireland; co-author on 2019 Postpartum Return to Run UK Guidelines; editor for Sports Medicine and the Pelvic Floor
Absolute Physio / Northern Ireland
Episode: Sports Medicine & the Pelvic Floor: We Don't Know Everything — But Here's Where the Science Actually Is — with GRÁINNE DONNELLY
Hilde Weiss
Author of Embracing My Inner Athlete
Episode: Is It Ever Too Late to Start Running? From Couch Potato to Grandma Athlete at 57 — with author HILDEE WEISS
Whitney Heins
Founder of The Mother Runners and host of The Mother Runners Podcast, running coach
The Mother Runners / The Mother Runners Podcast
Episode: Running Injuries in Perimenopause: Recovery, Hormones & Real Mom Life — with WHITNEY HEINS
Dr. Jocelyn Wittstein
Orthopedic surgeon and bone health expert, Duke University clinician-researcher
Duke University
Episode: Hormones, Bone Loss & Injury Risk: What Every Active Woman Needs to Know — with DR. JOCELYN WITTSTEIN
Erin Dalisay
Orthopedic and running physiotherapist; ultramarathon devotee and mom
Run Well (Run coaching and PT practice)
Episode: Is Childbirth Harder Than an Ultra? Running Myths, Postpartum Comebacks & the Honest Logistics of Racing as a Mom — with DR. ERIN DALISAY, PT

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Dr. Carrie Pagliano
Host of Active Mom Podcast

Reviews

4.9 out of 5 stars from 59 ratings
  • For experts - and the rest of us too!

    I celebrate this podcast for Dr. Carrie’s ability to present highly technical information without losing the merely curious. Every episode makes me smarter.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Jason-ki-ma
    United States6 months ago
  • Insightful and informative conversations!

    Dr.Carrie Pagliano does a fantastic job at delving into active mother lifestyles, as well as, postpartum mental health and care. However, Dr.Waggel’s episode on perinatal mental health was particularly captivating, focusing in on intrusive thoughts and exercise during pregnancy, providing a new outlook on maternal mental health!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    rids144444
    United States3 years ago
  • Real, Raw Conversations

    Carrie is a great host that asks direct, powerful questions to get the guests providing empowering answers. As a guest, Andrea Herbert, Carrie was engaging and I LOVED our conversation. I wish this podcast existed for me years ago!! Thank you, Carrie!!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    a6482h
    United States3 years ago
  • Love this!

    “Active Mom Podcast” offers a unique perspective on the pregnancy and postpartum experience. I started listening with the most recent episode featuring Dr. Stephanie Waggel. Her perspective on medication management for mental and physical health issues during pregnancy were so reassuring. I didn’t know I could see a psychiatrist who specializes in perinatal health. Will definitely be recommending her to my pregnant friends. Excited to listen to more episodes!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    radradrad321
    United States3 years ago
  • Insight for the Younger Generation!

    In the “Active Mom Postpartum” podcast by Dr. Carrie Pagliano was very insightful for someone part of the younger generation who is curious about mental health affecting mothers and especially learning more about postpartum depression. In the recent episode featuring Dr. Stephanie Waggel, this podcast gave me a newfound perspective about the difficulties that mother’s go through. Dr. Waggel and Dr. Carrie bring these serious topics in a more lighthearted way which made the podcast more enjoyable... more

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Megana Pradeep
    United States3 years ago

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Guests are described as knowledgeable and relatable, with strong credibility in pelvic health and active motherhood.
Listeners praise clear, interview-style questions that elicit practical, evidence-based insights.
Shows emphasize actionable tips for postpartum fitness and mental well-being.
Audience appreciates the host's ability to translate medical concepts for non-clinical listeners.

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What Load Actually Reaches Your Pelvis When You Run? The Data & a Guide Built for Postpartum Moms — with DR. MEGAN JAMES
Q: Yes. Oh, my goodness. So a couple quick fire questions to start. What is the first thing you did after you defended your PhD and they said you're done and you're now a doctor?
Dr. Megan James recounted celebrating with Welsh cakes, a celebratory lunch with supervisors and colleagues, and some drinks, noting it was surreal and exhausting but rewarding with great examiners.
Flexible Internal Pelvic Floor Support? SomaFlex Explained
Q: Where is SomaFlex available for purchase?
Through SomaLives, based in Kettering, with online ordering at somalives.com.
Flexible Internal Pelvic Floor Support? SomaFlex Explained
Q: Where is the company headquartered?
Blackpool, in the northwest of England.
Flexible Internal Pelvic Floor Support? SomaFlex Explained
Q: What is the official name of the product?
The product is called SomaFlex.
Internal Resistance Training for Your Pelvic Floor? Pippa Explained
Q: What is the most common misconception about PIPA?
The most common misconception is that PIPA strengthens or bulks up the pelvic floor, whereas its primary purpose is to facilitate neuromuscular activation during exercise and improve functional performance.

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A medically grounded show that centers on active motherhood, combining evidence-based guidance with real-life mom stories. Episodes frequently explore postpartum return to running and lifting, pelvic floor health, pregnancy exercise safety, perimenopause and menopause performance, and broader questions about balancing fitness with family life. Notable strengths include clinician-host expertise, guest diversity ranging from researchers to elite athletes and moms, and a practical, no-shame approach that translates complex science into actionable tips for everyday athletes and clinicians alike.

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1. Vanessa Komarek
2. Dr. Megan James
3. James Clear
4. Lotta Hintsa
5. Gráinne Donnelly
6. Hilde Weiss
7. Whitney Heins
8. Dr. Jocelyn Wittstein

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