Pregnancy & Postpartum Care

 How PT can help in the 3rd Trimester (& Before)

  • Exercise & activity guidance

  • Management of specific aches & pains, such as:

    • Pubic symphysis dysfunction

    • Low back/pelvic girdle pain

    • Rib pain

  • Functional strengthening to prepare for childcare tasks

  • Hands-on mobilization, massage, & manual therapy techniques (& self-care or partner tips)

  • Pelvic floor education & training

  • Perineal massage

  • Labor & delivery position recommendations

  • Pushing practice

How PT can help in the 4th Trimester (& Beyond)

  • Reconnecting with pelvic floor & abdominal muscles

  • Guidance with return to exercise

  • Management of specific aches & pains

  • Restoring efficient breathing patterns

  • Addressing common postpartum issues, such as:

    • Urinary incontinence

    • Diastasic Recti

    • Pelvic Organ Prolapse

  • Functional training for childcare tasks

  • Hands-on mobilization, massage, & manual therapy techniques (& self-care or partner tips)

  • Perineal or cesarean scar management

  • Addressing painful sex

  • Treatment for clogged milk ducts