Post Natal & Mummy MOT

Post natal

Most women who have had a baby will experience some degree of weakness to their tummy and/or pelvic floor muscles which may lead to pelvic or back dysfunction and poor core control. Some women appear to ‘bounce back’ with their tummy shape and recovery, whereas others are left feeling very disconnected, frustrated or even shocked. However, your baby was delivered, either vaginally or via cesarean, with or without complication, you have still made, grown and delivered a baby within you. Your body deserves the utmost in post-natal care.

Seeing a Women's Health Physiotherapist in the post-natal period to assess and guide recovery has shown to reduce pelvic health concerns and issues later in life.

I have experience in successfully treating and resolving the following common post-natal complaints and conditions:

  • Postural concerns over feeding, lifting and moving with a baby
  • Caesarean, perineal and episiotomy scar pain and sensitivity
  • Scar therapy
  • Treatment of perineal tears including 3rd and 4th degree
  • Diastasis rectus or a ‘tummy gap’ rehabilitation
  • Bladder or bowel difficulties including difficulty controlling urine, faeces or wind, urgency and frequency
  • Constipation
  • Symptoms of pelvic organ prolapse
  • Low back, coccyx and pelvic pain
  • Pain with intercourse or using tampons
  • Pelvic floor rehabilitation
  • Return to exercise including bespoke strength and movement programmes and liaison with appropriate health care professionals and fitness coaches where wanted/needed

MUMMY MOT

The Mummy MOT is a must to help women re-connect with their bodies both physically and emotionally, helping them regain optimum health and safe return to exercise following birth. Whether you are 6 weeks or many years after having a baby, as a certified Mummy MOT practitioner, I can help you restore your pelvic function and get strong to return to activity.

In France it is normal practice that every woman receives a post-natal check from a specialist women’s health physiotherapist. They assess their tummy and pelvic floor strength and restore the woman back to full strength and function, aiding a safe return to exercise addressing any physical issues sustained during pregnancy. I feel that this should be standard procedure in the UK too.

What is a mummy MOT?

  • 1-hour in-depth post-natal assessment suitable from 6 weeks to 6 years
  • Pelvic floor strength and tummy gap check
  • A thorough full body postural assessment addressing any physical problems from pregnancy and birth
  • A post-natal recovery programme devised especially for you, your lifestyle and fitness goals
  • Bespoke and safe post-natal exercises to improve stability, posture and core strength
  • Scar therapy for caesarean scars

FAQs

What is Postnatal physiotherapy?

Postnatal physiotherapy supports your recovery after birth, helping you feel confident in your body again. If it’s in the immediate months flowing birth or many years since you delivered ,private physiotherapy appointments in Oxted, Lingfield and Reigate are tailored to your birth experience and recovery goals.  Specific concerns over bladder or bowel function or abdominal or scar healing and recovery are address and treated appropriately.

    What is a Mummy MOT?

    A bespoke, comprehensive post natal assessment, usually carried out from 6 weeks post birth  focusing on pelvic floor function, abdominal muscle recovery, scar assessment, posture and exercises to enable a safe return exercise and activity

        Do I need postnatal physiotherapy if I feel well

        All postnatal women will benefit from a postnatal physiotherapy regardless of how you have delivered your baby (vaginal or c-section) and regardless if you have any complaints or concerns.  Physiotherapy can identify underlying problems and reduce the risk of future problems such as incontinence, prolapse or abdominal diastasis.

          Will you be able to assess, diagnose and treat an abdominal diastasis?

          Yes.  Pelvic health physios can fully assess for Diastasis Rectus Abdominus (DRA) or tummy gap and with a bespoke programme  can aid recovery and promote healing of these muscles.

              Can you help after a caesarean birth?

              Yes.  Post natal physiotherapy or a mummy mot is just as important after a c-section with the addition of scar assessment and scar mobility work as well as ensuring a safe return to exercise.

                    How soon after birth should I book a Mummy MOT?

                    Usually anytime from 6 weeks post birth is an ideal time however if there are specific concerns before this time I am always happy to see you before.  Conversely it it never too late and can be done many months or even years post birth.

                            Do you offer treatment packages?

                            Yes.  I offer a scar package which offers 3x 450min scar work sessions  as well as a Mummy Mot plus x1 follow up package.

                                    Your comfort, dignity and consent are central to every appointment.  All assessments and treatments are discussed with you, you are always in control and I will tailor treatment to your individual needs.

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                                    gemma@gpphysiotherapy.co.uk
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