POSTNATAL CARE
Life as a new Mum can be beautifully chaotic.
There is a whirlwind of information on things like breastfeeding, sleep routines, which car seat/carrier to buy, baby brain development…the list goes on. It is understandable then, that your own health and recovery can become somewhat overwhelming.
“Where do I start, what do I do, and who should I see?”
At The Pelvic Studio (TPS) we are here to make things easier for you.
We are here to guide you on your health and recovery. We care about your body and mind, and we especially care about your pelvic health. We want to educate you on how to maintain your pelvic health and avoid the all too prevalent issues that can occur after childbirth.
We advise coming in to see one of our pelvic physiotherapists for a six-week postnatal check. TPS strongly believes that a 6-week postnatal check should be standard care. In other words, all postnatal women should have a thorough pelvic assessment regardless of the presence or absence of a postnatal issue. Although an early post-natal check is ideal, even if your children are all grown up, it’s never too late for an assessment.
Once we have assessed your unique body (as no postnatal body is the same), we can provide specific information on your return to day-to-day activities and exercise. During your assessment if any issues are identified a unique rehabilitation program will be prescribed that is tailored to your needs and goals.
Postnatal Exercise Classes
We also offer Postnatal Mums & Bubs group classes and 4:1 exercise rehab group sessions which can be booked via email (info@thepelvicstudio.com) or phone (62247195).
Our classes are small to maximise the attention you receive and to ensure correct technique.
Our classes involve:
a) functional group exercise using our cable machines and weights
b) Pilates-inspired exercises using our reformer machines and mats
c) stretching and yoga poses to improve range of motion and reduce pelvic tension
Providing you with the perfect well-rounded pelvic experience!
Our postnatal services include:
Postnatal Assessment
1:1 / 2:1 / 4:1 group exercise rehabilitation
Postnatal group classes
Pelvic floor & deep core rehabilitation
Rib, low back & pelvic girdle rehabilitation
Abdominal rehabilitation (including abdominal separation &/or hernia)
Return to Exercise Guidance
Management of general musculoskeletal complaints (Head/neck/shoulder/back/wrist/hand etc)
Management of low back/pelvic girdle/hip/coccyx pain
Management of bladder, bowel, and sexual issues
Management of blocked ducts/mastitis
Guidance on return to running & high intensity training
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What does a six-week postnatal check involve?
A six-week Postnatal Check assesses and/or treats the following:
Postural Alignment
How you stand, sit & feed
Functional Stability
How you move, bend & lift
Abdominals
Abdominal separation &/or hernia
Caesarean scar management
Internal Examination
Perineum (including perineal tearing &/or episiotomy scar)
Pelvic organ prolapse
Pelvic floor (including tone, strength, endurance, speed, co-ordination & timing)
Note: If you would prefer not to have an internal examination there are alternative forms of pelvic floor assessment. For instance, using an ultrasound machine with the probe placed over the lower tummy or perineum.
What does a return to running assessment involve?
If return to running or high impact exercise is on your radar, we recommend completing a return to running assessment with your physiotherapist prior to commencing these activities. This involves:
A pelvic floor assessment
Global strength assessment including core and lower limb strength
Load impact assessment including hop, jump, bound etc
Addressing any pre-existing injuries or deficits (such as back/hip/knee/ankle/foot pain, ankle/foot instability, abdominal separation etc
Advice around supportive footwear, supportive bra’s and running prams
Prescribing tailored strengthening and stability exercises and guidance on graduated return to running
Can you bring your baby to your appointments?
Of course! The Pelvic Studio are 100% bub friendly, and welcome bubs to both your appointments and exercise rehab sessions.
Our reception team are also on hand to settle bubs if required!
There's plenty of room to change and feed bub in the clinic too.