Cassandra Prochera shares her journey from being an electrician in Saskatchewan to becoming a passionate athlete in mountain biking and snow biking. She discusses her experiences traveling to New Zealand, discovering her love for downhill mountain biking, and transitioning into snow biking. Cassandra also talks about her ambassadorships in the sports industry, her unexpected pregnancy, and the surprise of finding out she was expecting twins. The conversation highlights her challenges and excitement as she navigates motherhood while pursuing her athletic passions. In this conversation, Cassandra Prochera shares her journey of unexpected pregnancy with twins, discussing the joy and challenges that come with it. She reflects on the support she received from her partner and the sports industry, the physical and mental challenges during pregnancy, and her unique birth experience. The conversation highlights the importance of maintaining one's identity while embracing motherhood and the need for supportive environments during such transitions. In this conversation, Cassandra Prochera shares her intense and emotional journey through pregnancy and the challenges of giving birth to twins. She discusses the complexities of labor, the support she received, and the unexpected experiences during delivery. The conversation also touches on her feelings leading up to labor, the significance of choosing names for her daughters, and how her fitness routine evolved before and during pregnancy. Cassandra reflects on the adjustments she made in her physical activities and the emotional aspects of preparing for motherhood. In this conversation, Cassandra Prochera shares her journey of recovery after having twins, emphasizing the importance of listening to one's body and finding joy in movement. She discusses the humorous origins of her banana symbol, which has become a light-hearted representation of her life. The conversation also delves into the balance between motherhood and adventure, exploring how becoming a mom has influenced her approach to adrenaline sports. Finally, Cassandra offers valuable advice to active mothers about maintaining their identity and passions after starting a family.
Chapters
00:00 Introduction and Background
07:40 Journey into Mountain Biking
14:03 Transition to Snow Biking and Ambassadorships
20:55 Pregnancy Discovery and Initial Reactions
31:09 Ultrasound Surprise: Expecting Twins
36:13 The Joy of Unexpected Twins
39:49 Navigating Pregnancy Challenges
55:15 The Birth Experience: A Journey of Twins
01:05:59 Navigating the Challenges of Twin Birth
01:11:56 Emotional Journey of Pregnancy and Labor
01:14:02 Choosing Names: A Personal Touch
01:18:06 Fitness and Health Before and During Pregnancy
01:30:08 Adjusting to Changes in Activity During Pregnancy
01:31:02 Listening to Your Body: The Journey of Recovery
01:37:18 The Banana Chronicles: A Fun Symbol of Life
01:42:21 Fearlessness and Motherhood: Balancing Adventure and Responsibility
01:52:15 Advice for Active Moms: Finding Yourself After Motherhood
