Send us Fan MailI’m honored to welcome Lisa Vawter to the podcast today!Dr. Lisa Vawter is a mother of two and a dedicated women's health chiropractor specializing in prenatal, postpartum and pediatric care. With a Master’s in nutrition and certifications in the Webster Technique, Spinning Babies, and Birthfit, along with 100 hours of acupuncture training, her practice offers comprehensive and holistic support for expectant and new mothers and their kiddos. Inspired by her own transformative experience with chiropractic care during pregnancy, she’s committed to providing compassionate and personalized care using movement as medicine, and to help navigate the physical changes of motherhood.We talk a lot about pregnancy like it’s a checklist of physical changes…but what if that’s only part of the story? In today’s conversation, I sat down with Dr. Lisa to unpack the metaphysical experience of motherhood, and what it actually feels like to live in a body that’s constantly changing, stretching, and becoming. The truth is - your physical, mental, emotional, and even spiritual experiences during this season are NOT separate. They’re deeply intertwined!Something that needs to be said louder: pregnancy does NOT have to equal pain. Yes, your body is changing in big ways, but movement, basic body awareness, and simple daily habits can make a massive difference during this time!Motherhood is a full-body, whole-person transformation. You DESERVE care that reflects that, and you should never feel like you’re meant to do this journey alone!Episode Recap:Why motherhood isn’t just physicalHow Lisa’s personal journey shaped how she supports women todayLisa’s 2 birth experiences + how they were completely differentWhy letting go of control + accepting support mattersHow pregnancy changes your identity (not just your body)Pregnancy ≠ pain (even if we’ve normalized it)How simple movement can reduce discomfort + build confidenceHow mobility supports baby positioning + smoother laborWhy you don’t have to wait until you’re in pain to get supportHow the system often overlooks the physical experience of pregnancyWhy there IS hope w/more education + support shifting maternal careFocusing on the basics like eating, moving, resting & staying connected during pregnancy**Disclaimer: The content shared in this podcast is for educational and informational purposes only, and is not a substitute for therapy or mental health care. If you’re struggling or need support, please reach out to a licensed mental health professional in your area, because you don’t have to go through it alone.Links/Resources:Follow Lisa on Instagram @lisavawterchiroCheck out Lisa’s websiteFollow on Instagram @tztherapyCheck out my website