Today we talk to Julie Tupler, registered nurse, childbirth educator, physical therapist, and developer of the Tupler Technique for repairing Diastasis Recti. She is a world renowned expert in Diastasis and repairing the "pointy tummy" effect that many women experience after giving birth. With over 30 years of experience in abdominal repair, Julie trains medical and fitness professionals all over the world to repair split abdominal muscles and improve the quality of life for their patients.   We talk about what Diastasis Recti is, what causes it, and who it can occur in besides pregnant women. We discuss how to tell if somebody has a Diastasis in need of repair, as well as what the side effects can be if the Diastasis is left untreated. We also talk about how splinting, exercises, and effective pushing during childbirth can help to avoid muscle damage that may cause later issues.   We discuss Diastasis repair via the Tupler Technique, and what the technique entails and what it accomplishes in the body. We talk about the importance of adherence to the program in order to ensure that the Diastasis closes fully and properly.   We talk about how Julie got started in the field and how she came to specialize in Diastasis Recti, as well as how she developed the Tupler Technique. We discuss what a woman can do at the start of her pregnancy to begin to strengthen her abdominal muscles and keep them together in order to prevent Diastasis. We touch on how to tell the difference between Diastasis and insulin resistance.   Finally we discuss how Diastasis Recti can make a woman more at risk for a C-section during birth, and the internal mechanics of why a Diastasis makes it harder for labor to progress. We discuss the long term affects of a bad Diastasis, and at which point it's too late to fix.   To Learn More Visit: DiastasisRehab.com   For Any Questions, Email Us at media@birthcircle.com