Pregnancy, Postpartum & Pelvic Health
You rely on your pelvic floor every day, and plenty can affect it, childbirth especially.
We're glad to hear about all of it.
A lot of people go through this, and a lot can be done.
Leaks, urgency, pressure, and pain can turn up after a pregnancy, in midlife, or years later, and they seldom get talked about.
Ways we look after you
Some you may need now and some later, and they're all here whenever you're ready.
Is it normal to leak when I cough, laugh, or exercise?
It's common, but it's not something you have to just live with. Leakage usually comes down to timing, strength, or coordination in your pelvic floor and core — and targeted physiotherapy addresses what's actually causing it, rather than just managing the symptom, so you can move, exercise, and laugh without worrying about it.
What's the difference between a weak and tight pelvic floor?
A weak pelvic floor lacks the endurance to support your organs or prevent leaks. A tight pelvic floor is stuck in constant tension instead, which can cause pain, urgency, or painful intercourse (dyspareunia). Because Kegels on an already-tight muscle can make things worse, assessment comes first — so we prescribe the right mix of release, breathing work, and stretching, not just strengthening by default.
When can I start pelvic floor physiotherapy postpartum?
Gentle breathing, core re-engagement, and posture guidance can start within the first few weeks. For internal assessment and direct pelvic rehab, we typically wait until after your 6-week checkup.
A C-section doesn't exempt you, either — months of pregnancy still put pressure on your pelvic floor, and abdominal scar tissue can restrict movement on its own.
Can pelvic physiotherapy help with abdominal separation?
Yes, and it's about more than closing the visible gap between your abdominal muscles — it's about how well your deep core handles everyday load. We use targeted exercises to get your transverse abdominis and pelvic floor working together, building strength and stability without straining your connective tissue.
Can pelvic physio help with bowel issues or cramps?
Yes. Your pelvic floor wraps around the rectum and needs to fully relax for smooth bowel movements — and conditions like endometriosis or severe cramping often trigger protective muscle guarding across the abdomen and pelvis. We use gentle soft tissue work, visceral release, and coordination retraining to ease that tension and reduce flare-ups.
