Here is a comprehensive guide to caesarian section births including preparing for a c-section, the actual surgery, post-op rehab, c-section recovery, signs and symptoms to manage, how pelvic floor physio can help, and risk and benefits to a c-section. Education and preparedness are important to having a positive c-section experience and this guide will help you in educating yourself, planning for c-section and learning the right questions to ask your doctor and pelvic floor physio!

Most pregnant women will go through similar changes to their posture during pregnancy. As your baby grows and as your centre of mass changes (to out in front, thanks to your belly) it’s common for the pelvis to tip forward into an anterior pelvic tilt, causing an increased curve in the low back called a lordosis. This can contribute to tight low back muscles and hip flexor muscles (located at the front of the hips). Our bigger boobs created rounded shoulders and upper back and the weight shift causes our bum to clench - learn cues for managing these changes and avoiding pain and tension linked to these changes. A Prenatal Chiropractor can help maintain good posture throughout pregnancy and keep you feeling and moving your absolute best!

A pessary is a medical-grade, silicone device that is inserted into the vagina, similar to a tampon. It is primarily used as a non-surgical intervention in the treatment of pelvic organ prolapse (POP) to support the pelvic organs and minimize their descent and to treat stress urinary incontinence (SUI). It can be worn for days, months or just for events that provoke a woman’s symptoms.

Tailbone or coccyx pain is a common problem caused by trauma (such as a fall on your bum), pelvic or low back surgery, during pregnancy, with childbirth, certain activities or sports, chronic straining to pee or poop, congenital (since birth) or degenerative changes around the sacrococcygeal joint (where our low back meets our tailbone). It can be treated using myofascial work, strengthening exercises, mobility exercises, an understanding of chronic pain and lifestyle changes.

Stress urinary incontinence (SUI) is a condition where a person leaks pee during activities such as coughing, sneezing, running, jumping, and lifting. It can be caused by a weakness of the pelvic floor muscles or a lack of coordination between the core, diaphragm, and pelvic floor muscles, or a mismanagement of intra-abdominal pressure. To prevent SUI, it is suggested to use a "Core Breath" technique before coughing or sneezing.

Diastasis Rectus Abdominis is a common concern and symptom experienced by women during pregnancy and postpartum and can be managed with pelvic floor physiotherapy and working with a perinatal fitness coach. Danielle Ufniak MSc PT is a registered pelvic floor physiotherapist and certified perinatal fitness coach who is trained through Brianna Battles’ Pregnancy and Postpartum Athleticism Coaching.

Do you experience vulva dryness or itchiness or skin irritant with sex, after shaving or just daily life? Learn the difference between a lubricant and a moisturizer including the pros and cons and indications for both!

What is Clinical Pilates? If you’ve ever done Pilates or are interested in how ti can benefit you, read this blog post and get inspired to join in!

Tired of peeing when you’re jumping, lifting, running, etc? Here are some considerations and cues to reduce and eliminate wet leggings during your next work out.

Wondering how you can begin to work on healing yourself and reconnect with your body while newly postpartum? Here is a guide of things to consider as you navigate this new season of your life.

Pelvic floor considerations for women in their 3rd trimester including birth preparation, exercise modifications, and consulting with a pelvic floor physiotherapist.

Pelvic floor considerations for 2nd trimester including changes in exercise, movement, breathing and posture.