We are here to help you recover after having a baby

Pregnancy and childbirth is a time full of change for the Mother’s body, meaning the time following childbirth is equally full of change as the Mother’s body returns to her new ‘normal’.  Recovery post-partum is highly variable and dependent on many factors, such as the Mother’s previous health, activity levels during pregnancy, genetics and the birth itself to name a few. Recovery will also depend on what the Mother wants to achieve post-partum and what her current priorities are. Some of the key things we look at in the post-partum period are abdominal function and abdominal separation, pelvic floor muscle function, and pelvic organ position. These are ideally assessed by a physio trained in Women’s Health at six weeks post-partum, although abdominal assessment can be performed earlier if required. 

This is also a great time to discuss any pelvic floor dysfunction you may be experiencing. This assessment enables your physio to design a targeted program for you, enabling you to achieve your functional, fitness and health related goals and get on with living a full life!

Physiotherapists are highly qualified in prescribing exercise programs for all sorts of scenarios, including injury prevention, chronic disease and pain management, as well as to aid general fitness and well-being.  Contact the Pain Slayers at Graceville Physio today to make an appointment.