Pregnancy & Postpartum Pelvic Floor Physical Therapy
Feel strong, comfortable, and confident during pregnancy and beyond.
Pregnancy, birth, and postpartum recovery can bring big changes to your body. Whether you are dealing with pelvic pain, leaking, pressure, core weakness, or trying to safely return to exercise, pelvic floor physical therapy can help.
The Healthy Pelvis provides personalized, in-home pelvic floor physical therapy in Elmhurst and surrounding communities including Hinsdale, Oakbrook, Lombard, Downers Grove, Clarendon Hill, Glen Ellyn and Villa Park.
Is This You?
Pelvic floor therapy may help if you are experiencing:
Pelvic pain during pregnancy
Low back, hip, or SI joint pain
Pubic bone pain
Pain when rolling in bed
Leaking urine
Pelvic pressure or heaviness
Core weakness after delivery
Diastasis recti
Pain after vaginal delivery
C-section scar discomfort
Difficulty returning to exercise
You do not have to wait until things get worse before getting help.
How Pelvic Floor Therapy Can Help
Every pregnancy and postpartum recovery is different. Your treatment plan is personalized to your body, your symptoms, and your goals.
Pelvic floor physical therapy may include hands-on treatment, breathing techniques, mobility work, core and pelvic floor retraining, strengthening exercises, birth preparation, and guidance for returning to activity safely.
Many people are surprised to learn that pelvic floor therapy involves much more than Kegel exercises. Treatment may focus on mobility, breathing patterns, posture, movement strategies, strength, relaxation, and improving how the entire body works together.
Hands-On Treatment
Gentle manual therapy may help reduce pain, improve mobility, and restore comfortable movement throughout pregnancy and postpartum recovery.
Core & Pelvic Floor Rehabilitation
Learn how your core, breathing, and pelvic floor work together. Treatment includes personalized exercises designed to improve strength, coordination, and confidence.
Birth Preparation
Prepare your body for labor and delivery with education, movement strategies, breathing techniques, and positions that may improve comfort and confidence.
Return to Exercise
Whether your goal is walking, lifting, yoga, running, or keeping up with your kids, you will receive guidance for returning safely and confidently.
Common Pregnancy Symptoms We Treat
Pregnancy places significant demands on your muscles, joints, core, and pelvic floor. As your body changes to support a growing baby, discomfort and physical limitations can develop. While many of these symptoms are common, they are not something you simply have to accept.
Many patients seek pelvic floor physical therapy during pregnancy for:
Pelvic girdle pain
Pubic bone pain
SI joint pain
Low back pain
Hip pain
Urinary leakage
Pelvic pressure
Pain when walking
Pain when rolling in bed
Difficulty exercising during pregnancy
Pelvic floor physical therapy can often help improve comfort, movement, strength, and confidence throughout pregnancy.
Many patients are surprised by how much improvement is possible with the right combination of education, movement, hands-on treatment, and individualized exercise.
Common Postpartum Concerns
Recovery after childbirth looks different for everyone. Whether you delivered vaginally or by C-section, your body has gone through tremendous physical changes. Pelvic floor physical therapy can help support recovery and address symptoms that may persist long after delivery.
Many postpartum patients seek care for:
Pelvic floor weakness
Urinary leakage
Pelvic pain
Pressure or heaviness
Diastasis recti
Core weakness
Pain with exercise
Scar discomfort
Difficulty returning to running or fitness activities
Abdominal weakness after pregnancy
Pain with intimacy
The goal is to help you safely return to the activities you love while restoring strength, confidence, and function.
Many postpartum symptoms are common, but they are not something you simply have to live with. Early treatment can often help improve recovery and make returning to daily activities feel easier and more comfortable. With the right treatment plan, many women experience significant improvements in comfort, strength, bladder control, and overall quality of life.
Why Pelvic Floor Therapy During Pregnancy Matters
Many people believe pelvic floor therapy is only helpful after delivery, but treatment during pregnancy can be incredibly beneficial. Addressing symptoms early may help improve comfort, movement, and confidence throughout pregnancy.
Learning how your pelvic floor, breathing, core muscles, and movement patterns work together can help prepare your body for labor and delivery while reducing unnecessary strain on your joints and muscles.
Pelvic floor physical therapy can also provide education, movement strategies, and individualized guidance to help you stay active and feel more supported throughout your pregnancy journey.
Every pregnancy is different, and treatment is always tailored to your specific needs, symptoms, and goals.
Many patients choose to begin pelvic floor therapy during pregnancy to help manage discomfort, prepare for delivery, and build confidence in their changing bodies. Early intervention can often make pregnancy feel more comfortable and recovery feel less overwhelming.
Why Patients Love In-Home Visits
Pregnancy and early motherhood are busy enough. Between work, family responsibilities, and caring for a baby, finding time for yourself can feel nearly impossible.
With in-home pelvic floor physical therapy, you can receive expert care in the comfort of your own home without adding another stressful appointment to your day.
Patients often appreciate:
No waiting rooms
No driving across town
No packing up the baby
One-on-one treatment sessions
Flexible scheduling
Care in a comfortable environment
Personalized treatment plans
More time focused on your goals
Many patients find that receiving treatment in their own home makes it easier to stay consistent with care and focus on recovery without the added stress of traveling to a clinic.
You Don’t Have to Just Wait It Out
Pregnancy and postpartum symptoms are common, but that does not mean you have to live with them. Whether you are experiencing pain, pressure, leaking, core weakness, or difficulty returning to exercise, pelvic floor physical therapy can help.
The Healthy Pelvis provides personalized, one-on-one care designed to help you feel stronger, more comfortable, and more confident throughout pregnancy and postpartum recovery.
Together, we can create a treatment plan that supports your goals and helps you return to the activities that matter most to you.
Serving Elmhurst, Hinsdale, Oak Brook, Lombard, Downers Grove, Clarendon Hills, Glen Ellyn, Villa Park, and surrounding communities.