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Oct 2025
15m 20s

Ask Physio Kath - is it too late to fix ...

Kath Baquie
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Send us Fan Mail Still noticing tummy weakness months (or even years) after having your baby? You’re not alone. In this episode, I answer a member’s question about ab separation — and share why it’s never too late to feel strong again. What You’ll Learn in This Episode: What ab separation (diastasis recti) really is — and why the term “separation” can be mis ... Show More
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