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Postnatal Fitness Coaching - Community For Women
Slough, , United Kingdom
Aim: My goal is to offer personalised postnatal online fitness coaching service (training&nutrition) and postnatal depression support to women.
Hello, wonderful people!
My name is Dorota, and I am here to share a story that is as sweet, funny, and touching as my journey from Poland to the UK. This is the tale of FitMyMum, a project dedicated to Empowering Postnatal Women.
In 2016, with a heart full of dreams and a suitcase packed with hope, I left Poland and set foot in the UK.
My plan? To become a Personal Trainer and make a difference in the world of fitness. Ever since, life has been a whirlwind of full-time work, solo parenting, and relentless studying. I earned my Level 2 Gym Instructing, Level 3 Personal Training, and Level 3 Pre- and Postnatal qualifications while juggling motherhood and work.
Below is a link to an interview conducted by the Academy of Fitness Professionals, where I completed my first two qualifications.
https://www.academyoffitnessprofessionals.com/female-body-builder-graduates-fitness-instructor-training/
But let me te
ll you, it wasn’t easy. Nothing was ever easy. When my son was born, I faced postnatal depression head-on.
I had to keep going, as giving up was not an option. My son became my greatest hero and my biggest fan. He is the real inspiration behind FitMyMum.
I want to help other women tackle postnatal depression by teaching them healthy habits and routines because motherhood, while challenging, is also incredibly rewarding and no woman should suffer or feel hopeless.
By the way: this picture was taken just three months after my son was born. The sky is the limit!
My Fitness Journey
My journey with fitness began in 2007, filled with ups and downs. In 2014, I competed in a Fitness Bikini Competition, an intense chapter that taught me a lot about my strengths and weaknesses.
Now I am a proud member of the Chartered Institute of the Management of Sport and Physical Activity (CIMSPA). My several qualifications ensure I uphold the highest standards of practice.
Vision for FitMyMum
My vision is to weave postpartum fitness and nutrition into the fabric of women's lives, creating a supportive online community uniting women across the globe. With my unique holistic approach, I can help them forge a powerful connection between physical activity and mental health.
This is a sneak peek at my website, which is connected to an online coaching software. This software enables me, as a Trainer, to manage a large number of clients efficiently. It is a highly effective way of working for both me and my clients.
What has been done so far
Locally:
Outdoor fitness classes for new mothers (buggy workout)
Website Development:
- Hire a professional web designer to create an e-commerce platform with integrated coaching services (additional cost plus monthly subscription).
- Ensure the website is mobile-friendly and easy to navigate.
- Connect website to a payment software
- Branded app (Google Play - Android)
Online presence:
- Social media accounts
- Relevant content frequently released
- Several directories accounts
- Advertisement in NHS Promotions Magazine 'National Edition'
- (released quarterly)
Why We Need Your Support
To bring FitMyMum to life, we need your support to:
- Register as a Limited company in the UK.
- Cover legal costs and necessary regulations.
- Build a user-friendly e-commerce store.
- Hire a digital marketing specialist to manage online marketing campaigns.
- Employ an administrator to oversee online store
- collaborate with other experts building a strong and reliable network
- Launch a targeted advertising campaign.
- Develop and produce our own brand of gym clothes and accessories.
- Develop a reward program to incentivise repeat purchases and referrals.
- Write and publish eBooks on postnatal fitness and health.
A Special Message from My Son
"My mum is a Superhero! She helps other mums be their best. Will you help her too?"
By supporting FitMyMum, you're not just donating; you're joining a movement to empower postnatal women, promoting healthier families and communities. Your generosity will help countless mothers thrive in their postnatal journey.
So, please donate and share our campaign with your friends and family.
Thank you for your donations!
Dorota and Leon