Charlotte Machin French is a very special member of our She Moves community - . Charlotte bravely shares her journey with endometriosis, from years of misdiagnosis to learning how to manage her symptoms through movement, nutrition, and self-care. Her story is a powerful reminder that endo is real, painful, and often dismissed. Through self-advocacy, movement, nutrition, and the right support, she’s learned to work with her body, not against it.

Living with endometriosis means dealing with unpredictable pain, fatigue, and discomfort - but movement can be a powerful tool to help manage symptoms. The key? Moving with your body, not against it.

Some days, a gentle walk or stretch can make a world of difference. Other days, rest is the best thing you can do. And that’s okay. There’s no right or wrong way to move with endo - only what feels good for you.

Endometriosis is a condition that affects countless women, yet it, unfortunately,  remains underdiagnosed and misunderstood. Today, we're sharing Danielle's story - her challenges, resilience, and advice for others navigating their own endometriosis journey.  Danielle, a cherished member of our She Moves community, shows incredible strength as she navigates the challenges of Endometriosis. Her journey highlights the necessity of self-advocacy, the importance of community support, and the ongoing effort to manage the physical and mental toll of this condition.

Today, we’re honored to share Naomi’s journey with endometriosis, a condition that affects 1 in 10 women here in New Zealand, yet remains widely misunderstood. Naomi has lived with endometriosis since her early teens and has faced this challenging condition with strength and determination. Through her story, she hopes to raise awareness, offer support to others, and remind us all of the importance of listening to our bodies. We’re so grateful to Naomi for sharing her journey with the wider She Moves community.

This has got to be one of the most common questions we get from mums returning to exercise. The truth? There’s no one-size-fits-all answer. 

Every birth, postpartum recovery, and even every baby is different, meaning the right time to take the next step will vary for each mum. There are so many factors to consider, for example birth injuries but we hope this helps you feel more confident knowing when you can progress from rehab workouts into other workouts. 

Since becoming a mum, I’ve noticed how much more in tune we get with our bodies, especially month to month. My cycle has such a big impact on my energy, motivation, and how I approach exercise. Some weeks I feel unstoppable, smashing out workouts and I'm able to do long runs, while other days my pelvic floor strength just isn't there and just rolling out the mat feels like a mission…. Spoiler alert - it’s not just in my head!

Since becoming a mum, I’ve noticed how much more in tune we get with our bodies, especially month to month. My cycle has such a big impact on my energy, motivation, and how I approach exercise. Some weeks I feel unstoppable, smashing out workouts and I'm able to do long runs, while other days my pelvic floor strength just isn't there and just rolling out the mat feels like a mission…. Spoiler alert - it’s not just in my head!

Pregnancy is your time to embrace a maintenance phase - a time to focus on sustaining your strength and energy, rather than chasing personal bests or trying something new. In this blog we discuss why modifying your exercise as you progress through your pregnancy is important and when you need to start thinking about making those modifications.

C-section is major abdominal surgery, here is a recovery guideline on how to safely return to exercise broken down into 3 phases. Phase 1 rest & recovery, phase 2 return to exercise and phase 3 bullet proof your body

For many mums, the desire to return to running after having a baby is strong, but it's crucial to approach it with patience and care. Before you lace up your shoes and hit the pavement, here are five things I wish every mum would consider to ensure a safe and smooth return to running postpartum.

In this blog, we guide mums through a simple, step-by-step process to check for abdominal separation (diastasis recti) at home. We cover what abdominal separation is, how to check for it safely, and what to do next if you suspect you have it. Alongside this guide, we've included helpful links to resources and professional advice to support your journey.

Today we introduce you to someone very special to us Danielle van Meeuwen. Danielle is an incredible Mum to 3 children aged 5 and under. Danielle is not only a super mom, she’s also a hugely valuable member of the She Moves team helping with everything that goes on behind the scenes. Danielle so bravely opens up and shares her experience of postpartum depression and we could not be more proud of her! Like all the ladies who have shared their stories, Danielle is passionate about supporting mums and helping them to realise they are not alone in their struggles.

Meet Alana, Alana has been a longtime member of She Moves and in this blog she bravely shares her story of experiencing postpartum depression after the birth of her first son. Alana shares some fantastic tips for anyone who might be navigating something similar as well as shares how much her She Moves workouts have helped her on this journey.

A stunning She Moves member shares her inspiring story on the blog today. Her journey through postpartum depression / anxiety sees her and her husband managing two babies, born just less than a year apart. This lovely lady is so passionate about helping others and thinks there needs to be more opportunity for mums to seek help if they need it. Her biggest piece of advice? Don’t wait to ask for help. It isn’t “normal” to be miserable and feel like everything sucks.

In this blog we’re introducing you to Izzy Taylor. Izzy lives in Central Otago with her partner Hugo, their two dogs and their beautiful 9 month old daughter Poppy. Izzy has been on a journey with Postpartum Anxiety and was happy to share her story in the hope to help other mums who might be feeling the same.

Meet Christina, mumma of 2 gorgeous girls! Christina told us she had always wanted to be a mum - for as she can remember motherhood was her dream. Today Christina shares her experience of postpartum depression and antenatal anxiety.

Meet the lovely Alex! In this blog Alex bravely shares her experience with Postpartum Depression. Alex was happy to share her story because she wishes it was something she knew more about before falling pregnant.

Tracey’s journey is a shining example of what can be achieved with She Moves workouts and consistent action. After undergoing a c-section, Tracey found herself starting from scratch with her fitness. Through sweat, commitment, and the right guidance from She Moves, she carved her path back to an active lifestyle.

Ren & Jen share the three most common postpartum rehabilitation myths and common mistakes they say new mums making when it comes to their return to exercise.

She Moves member Ashleigh Barnes is an amazing example of how then it comes to prolapse recovery it can be a journey of 2 steps forward and then 3 back… her determination to stick with her rehabilitation, never give up and find the right support for her is inspirational.