Welcome! Whether you’re here for yourself, your clients, or perhaps both, we understand how confusing and overwhelming this topic can feel.
We view the pregnancy journey in an entirely different light – not as a “condition” to be feared but as one of life’s greatest athletic events. This means that we approach training for pregnancy (and postpartum) the way athletes prepare for the unique demands of their sport – with specific preparation for the unique demands of the event ahead.
We call it a Performance Training Approach, and it’s the approach we teach health & fitness professionals like you – so you can confidently train others for the unique stresses of pregnancy and birth, and help them emerge even stronger.
You have the power to help your clients achieve their personal best in life’s greatest athletic event. We’re here to help you make that happen.
ProNatal Fitness was founded by two women from very different career paths, whose personal experiences with pregnancy compelled them to join forces to build a business they felt needed to exist.
A former corporate marketing executive turned fitness entrepreneur, Brittany founded ProNatal Fitness in 2015 after experiencing first hand . . .
With a background in competitive tennis, a master’s degree in Motor Learning and Control from Columbia University, and a Strength & Conditioning Specialist . . .
Explore our courses to find the one that’s right for you, and start training your clients (or yourself) for the event of a lifetime.
A former corporate marketing executive turned fitness entrepreneur, Brittany founded ProNatal Fitness in 2015 after experiencing firsthand the lack of evidence-based education and resources in perinatal fitness. Determined to set a new standard, she assembled a team of experts to create the industry’s “Gold Standard” in pre and postnatal fitness education. Brittany holds a BBA from the University of Michigan, a Personal Training Certification from NASM, and a Group Fitness Certification from ACE, along with multiple pre and postnatal specializations, including Corrective Exercise, and Diastasis & Pelvic Floor Rehabilitation. As a mom of two, and the co-author of five ProNatal Fitness courses, she brings both professional expertise and personal experience to her mission.
With a background in competitive tennis, a master’s degree in Motor Learning and Control from Columbia University, and a Strength & Conditioning Specialist Certification (NSCA), Carolyn has spent over two decades blending fitness, athletics, and education. She served on the faculty of the Equinox Fitness Training Institute before her own pregnancy experience inspired her to address the gap in evidence-based perinatal fitness education. Today, she is the architect of ProNatal Fitness’s “Performance Training Approach,” the co-author of five ProNatal Fitness courses, and a sought-after national presenter at fitness conferences such as IDEAFIT, NSCA, and ACSM. Outside of her work, she stays on her toes keeping up with her very active, athletic son.
Dr. Mukta Chauhan holds a double board certification in orthopedics and women’s health. After completing her doctorate in physical therapy, Dr. Mukta began an advanced training program in manual therapy at the renowned institute of physical art (IPA). She worked in the field of orthopedic PT for a few years before getting advanced training in pelvic health. Because of this dual training, Dr. Mukta understands the delicate interplay between neurophysiology, biomechanics, musculoskeletal, fascial and organ systems and their combined contribution to a person’s overall wellbeing. She is an active member of the International Society for Studies of Women’s Sexual Health (ISSWSH) and the International Pelvic Pain Society (IPPS), and she regularly participates in community education to raise awareness about pelvic health. Mukta lives and practices in New York City. Connect with her on IG @thepelvic.connection.
Dr. Sneha Gazi is the owner of Sneha Physical Therapy, an in-home and telehealth physical therapy practice in New York, New Jersey, and Maryland. She holds a Doctorate in Physical Therapy from Columbia University and specializes in pelvic floor physical therapy. She treats patients holistically and particularly loves working with pregnancy-related issues such as incontinence, back pain, and pelvic pain. Her podcast, Fit As A Fiddle, provides weekly health and wellness tips to her community of mindful movers, and she also shares helpful tips and resources on her Instagram page. She is the founder and Executive Director of a 501(c)(3) non-profit organization, Physical Therapy International Foundation, that brings free PT services globally to underserved populations while teaching students in PT doctoral programs across the United States.
Lindsey Vestal is a pelvic floor occupational therapist, and the founder of The Functional Pelvis, the first “in-home” pelvic health practice in New York City run by an Occupational Therapist. She is a mother of two who has dedicated her career to empowering people to find relief from pelvic floor complications without resorting to invasive surgeries or prescription drugs. She has helped thousands of people overcome chronic pelvic health challenges and has been featured in The New York Times, U.S. News & World Report, Harper’s Bazaar, Motherly, and more.
Ashley is a certified cooperative childbirth educator, birth and postpartum doula, lactation counselor, and certified fair play facilitator. She is the founder of Birthsmarter, which provides unbiased, inclusive, and award-winning education for expectant parents living in NYC, SLC, UT and virtually, across the world. With over a decade of experience supporting new parents, Ashley provides one-on-one support, group classes, lectures, and distance learning for the perinatal population and the professionals who serve them. Ashley’s fresh perspective on pregnancy, childbirth, and parenting is now sought after by individuals, brands, and media outlets.
Nicole is a psychotherapist in private practice specializing in women’s reproductive psychology. She received her specialty training and research under a nationally recognized reproductive psychiatrist and has advanced training in maternal mental health from Seleni Institute. Nicole has additional clinical training in psychodynamic psychotherapy from the William Alanson White Institute and in family therapy from the Ackerman Institute for the Family. She received her MSW from NYU and her BS in Management Information Systems from Virginia Tech.
Allison Beck is a psychotherapist and pregnancy, postpartum and parenthood coach in private practice, specializing in reproductive psychology, parenthood and anxiety and mood disorders across all life stages. She holds certifications in Maternal Mental Health from the Seleni Institute and has advanced training in Perinatal Mental Health with Postpartum Support International. Allison has served as an advisor and written contributor on perinatal mental health for various professional service providers and organizations. She received a BS in Human Development with a dual concentration in Early Childhood and Adolescence from Cornell University and an MSW from NYU. Allison has been supporting individuals and families as a Psychotherapist in NYC agencies, hospitals, and in private practice for over a decade.
Medical Disclaimer: The information on this site is for a healthy pregnant, or new mom, with no complications or risk factors. This content is for informational purposes only and not intended to offer medical advice. Always consult with your doctor first before beginning any exercise program.
