Staying Injury-free After Pregnancy & Birth
Did you know that our bodies are more prone to certain injuries during the first year after giving birth?
What is pelvic floor OCCUPATIONAL therapy?
In the context of pelvic floor therapy, OTs may focus on addressing the impact of pelvic floor dysfunction on a person's daily activities, including self-care, work, leisure, and participation in social activities.
Relieving Back Pain During Pregnancy: Essential Tips for Moms
Pregnancy is an incredible journey filled with joy and anticipation, but it can also bring some physical discomfort, particularly in the form of back pain. The good news is that there are various ways to alleviate and manage back pain during pregnancy, ensuring a more enjoyable experience for moms-to-be. In this post, we will discuss effective strategies and practical tips to help you find relief and restore comfort to your back, butt, hips, shoulders…really, anywhere you have pain.
Should I do Kegels?
Are you wondering if you should do Kegels? While Kegels have been a go-to exercise for pelvic floor strengthening, there may be a better way to influence your pelvic floor health.
Diastasis Recti & the Pelvic Floor
How Do You Help Moms with Diastasis?
As a pelvic floor therapist, I get asked this quite a bit. Diastasis recti is very common in pregnancy as your body makes room for your baby to grow. However, the wrong exercises or body mechanics can make the stretching worse. Often, it’s a sign that your core is not firing well. But, there’s hope!