Episode 441: The Missing Guide to Reproductive Health with Dr. Anietie Ukpe-Wallace
In today’s episode of the To Birth and Beyond podcast, Jessie is joined by pelvic health physical therapist, Dr. Anietie Ukpe-Wallace (Dr. Tia). Together, they talk about Dr. Tia’s new book called “Tending to Your Womb,” and digging into everything from pregnancy loss and societal expectations around it, to what Dr. Tia is teaching her 11-year-old daughter about her body and why self-care is a main pillar of her work (and what she means by “self-care”). This is the reproductive health guide you didn’t know you needed – promise!
Episode 440: Myth-Busters – Prenatal Exercise Edition!
In today’s episode of the To Birth and Beyond podcast, Anita and Jessie are busting some myths around prenatal exercise – a hot topic amongst clients and colleagues, alike. The conversation highlights the evolving understanding of women’s health and fitness during pregnancy, encouraging listeners to engage with their bodies and seek professional guidance when needed.
Episode 439: Breaking Barriers In Fitness Coaching For Women In India, with Nandini Adhuja
In today’s episode, Jessie welcomes fellow fitness professional, Nandini Adhuja onto the podcast to talk about her work with pregnant, postpartum and perimenopause patients, how the certifications she earned are shaping her work and her career, and why she came into these certifications – especially at such a young age. Listen in as we discuss Nandini’s recognition of differences regarding relationship to working out between cultures as she seeks to fill a cultural educational gap.
Episode 438: Is Pilates Enough to Build Muscle?
In today’s episode, Jessie and Anita are talking about something that is having “such a moment” these days: PILATES! Tune in to hear them talk about their experience with Pilates, the benefits, and if attending a Pilates class a couple of times per week is enough to build muscle.
Episode 437: Will A.I. Replace Physios and Fitness Coaches?
In today’s episode, Anita and Jessie are discussing a topic that they haven’t covered before on the podcast, but has been coming up more frequently: Will A.I. replace physiotherapists and fitness coaches? Tune in to hear their thoughts – including a conversation on ethical consumption, and how both clients and professionals might be able to use A.I. to improve their lives.
Episode 436: Stop Waiting Until Your Body is “Fixed” to Exercise
In this replay of TBAB Episode 214, Jessie is talking with us about options to move your body while continuing to heal – as opposed to waiting until you are feeling 100%! Conversation inspired by a social media post from Madison Cleckler!









