Send us a text As a physiotherapist specialising in pregnancy, postpartum recovery, and pelvic floor health, I’m a huge advocate for pelvic floor exercises— I love them, I live them, and I quite literally breathe them (haha!). But, with so much information online, it’s important to ask: Are pelvic floor exercises right for everyone? In this episode, I dive into: The benefits of pelvic floor exercises in reducing the risk of incontinence and pelvic health issues Why traditional pelvic floor strengthening might NOT be appropriate for some women How factors like overactive pelvic floor, anxiety, athletic training, and birth trauma need to be considered My gold standard approach to pelvic floor recovery—before, during, and after pregnancy What does an ideal pelvic floor care plan look like? ✅ 33/34 weeks pregnant – Pelvic floor assessment + birth prep ✅ 2 weeks postpartum – Telehealth check-in ✅ 6 weeks postpartum – Full pelvic floor assessment ✅ Beyond 6 weeks – Individualized return-to-exercise plan based on birth recovery After working with hundreds (if not thousands) of women, I know first-hand that one size does NOT fit all when it comes to pelvic floor health. Tune in to learn how to best support your body during pregnancy and postpartum—without falling into the “one-size-fits-all” trap! LINKS: Preparing for birth Pelvic health checklist Free 7 Day Trial Pregnancy Workouts Free 7 Day Trial Postnatal Workouts FitNest Mama Website Instagram @kathbaquie.physio 1:1 Consultation with Physio Kath at Hatched House ** This podcast has general information only. Always seek the guidance of your doctor or other qualified health professional with any questions or concerns you may have regarding your health or medical condition.
