Postnatal Pelvic Floor Physiotherapy
Our postnatal pelvic floor physiotherapy helps you recover after birth with personalized, evidence-based care. We honour your body and your birth experience. During your session, our physiotherapists assess your pelvic floor, core strength, and any symptoms you may have. This includes incontinence, pelvic pain, heaviness, diastasis recti, or discomfort during intercourse. We treat muscle imbalances, scar tissue, and joint instability after both vaginal and cesarean deliveries. Treatments include hands-on therapy, core retraining, breathwork, and advice on safe movement. We teach you proper techniques for lifting, babywearing, and other daily tasks. You will also receive a home plan to rebuild strength safely over time. Whether you are six weeks postpartum or several years out, we help you reconnect with your core, restore function, and regain confidence—one step at a time.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is postnatal pelvic floor physiotherapy?
Postnatal pelvic floor physiotherapy focuses on rehabilitating the pelvic floor and core muscles after childbirth to address dysfunctions like incontinence, prolapse symptoms, and diastasis recti.
When should I start pelvic floor therapy postpartum?
Many women can begin 6–8 weeks postpartum, once tissue healing allows, although timing is adjusted based on individual recovery and the nature of the birth.
What symptoms does postnatal pelvic floor therapy address?
It addresses urinary leakage, pelvic organ prolapse, pelvic pain, scar tissue mobility, and loss of core stability or strength following childbirth.It addresses urinary leakage, pelvic organ prolapse, pelvic pain, scar tissue mobility, and loss of core stability or strength following childbirth.
Can I benefit from pelvic floor therapy after a cesarean?
Yes. Even without vaginal delivery, cesarean births impact pelvic and abdominal muscles, and therapy can aid scar healing, restore core function, and prevent future dysfunction.
Is pelvic floor physiotherapy covered by extended benefits?
Yes. Most extended health plans in Canada cover pelvic floor physiotherapy sessions provided by licensed physiotherapists.