Postpartum Pelvic Floor Rehab

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Postpartum Common Complaints

Urinary Leakage

Leakage is a common but not normal. After 3 months postpartum research reports it is unlikely to go away on its own.

Ab Separation

Abdominal separation or having a hard time activating your lower abs? Retraining the deep core system can improve how you look and feel.

Pain with Sex

Overactive pelvic floor muscles, lack of sensation, scar tissue from tearing can all impact how sex feels postpartum. We can help.

Pelvic Heaviness

Pelvic heaviness is typically due to both tension and decreased endurance in the pelvic floor muscles. It responds well to our 3 step method.

Prolapse

Heaviness and feeling like an organ is coming out is actually very common. Most mild- moderate prolapse patients report no more symptoms after finishing their rehab.

Lower Back/SIJ Pain

The pelvic floor, hips and deep abs are critical structures to prevent pain in these areas. We address these complaints with postpartum rehab, it might be your missing link.

Core Weakness

We work closely with our patients to ensure they know how to use their abdominals the correct way. Difficulty using the lower abdominals can contribute to pelvic floor dysfunction.

C-Section Scar

Scar tissue in the abdomen can impact bowel function, abdominal wall strengthening, bladder symptoms and can painful. We work within a protocol to improve tissue movement. Buh-Bye c-section shelf.

Pubic Bone Pain

Many muscles attach to the pubic bone to support it. We work on reducing tension and increasing strength so you no longer have pain with those pesky movements with your legs apart.

Questions? I have answers!

Vaginal Birth: In a perfect world, 2 weeks is the perfect first visit. You will learn how to move, lift your baby correctly using your body, support your body well if you are breast feeding and learn gentle reconnection exercises with your core and pelvic floor to give you a head start.

Vaginal Birth with Tearing: If you have had vaginal tearing we wait for the internal assessment piece until after you have been cleared by your doctor for healing (typically 6-8 weeks). You can come in before that to give you a head start but we will leave out the internal piece until clearance.

C-Section: If you have had a cesarian section you can come in early around the 2 visit mark so you can learn how to move and lift properly. We start gentle movement techniques early to reduce scar tissue. If you are more than 6 weeks we recommending coming in ASAP.

Yes, you can bring your babe!

Pelvic floor physical therapy is a special form of physical therapy where we are able to assess fully your body’s deep core function. We do external assessments (how you move, your flexibility, strength all surrounding muscles) and are able to perform a detailed internal assessment (if YOU want) of how your pelvic floor muscles are working. We are also able to assess how those muscles are working with your deep core. This is much different than a pelvic exam from your OBGYN office.

Here at Barbelle Pelvic Rehab we have our very own 3 step method to solve your problem. It works in 3 phases- Release, Reload, Return.

Our therapists are Pregnancy and Postpartum Corrective Exercise Specialists. This is where we thrive.

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After completing your postpartum pelvic floor rehab…

You’ll go from…

  • Not being able to activate your core and pelvic floor
  • Having pain with sex, scar pain, lower back or hip pain
  • Leaking or pelvic heaviness preventing you from exercising or moving like you want
  • Feeling like a stranger in your body

To this…

  • Being able to use your pelvic floor and abs correctly
  • Be rid of pain impacting the important things in life
  • Be leak-free with exercise and daily life.
  • Feel confident in yourself and be back to doing the things that make you feel like yourself
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“Urine leakage is NOT normal!!! For years we’re told it’s just how things go after having a baby. It does NOT have to be like that!! I had some leakage with exercise and with only a few short weeks my problem had completely resolved! Loren is an amazing therapist, listening to concerns, performing assessments and then tailoring your therapy treatment to you and your goals. We even got rid of some chronic hip pain that was totally related to my pelvic floor, who knew?!. My therapy has truly been life changing. No more leakage – without expensive, possibly ineffective, surgery. No more hip pain, no more painful intercourse. Everyone needs Loren in their lives. .”

K. G.

“Dr. Loren Carver is the absolute best. She’s professional, fun, and super knowledgeable. She’s made such a difference in my postpartum healing. I was suffering from diastasis and she helped me improve it significantly. She also taught me so much in terms of how to safely move my body so I could get back to doing all the things I could do before pregnancy. I enjoyed working with her so much. If you’re suffering from any core weakness or pelvic floor issues, she will help you achieve the results you’re looking for!​.”

C. F.

“I began working with Dr. Loren Carver after my second c-section delivery, and I couldn’t be happier that I did. Nearly a year later, I’ve been able to return to my pre-pregnancy workouts without injury, feeling strong and healthy. She gave me one-on-one attention that helped me address long-standing issues and make major improvements in my form. I recommend PFT to every postpartum woman, and Dr. Carver in particular if strength and fitness is part of your life. Thank you, Dr. Loren!”

J. S.
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The Method

RELEASE

In the release phase we teach your body awareness of the pelvic floor, breathing mechanics (game changer) and work on any joint and scar tissue restrictions build a foundation for strength.

RELOAD

In the reload phase we work to strengthen the areas that are weak, improving core activation and syncing pelvic floor with deep core during exercise. This sets you up for good results in the next phase.

RETURN

In the return phase we lift, squat, jump, bend, jump rope and work strategy. This is where all you have worked on really comes together and the hard work pays off.

things we love

Postpartum Support

Bao Bei Bloomers

Beo Bei Bra

Poop and Pee Support

Squatty Potty

Calm

Pelvic Heaviness Support

V2 Supporter

Underworks

Cesarean SEction Support

Silicone Scar Strips

Bao Bei Bloomers

How it works

01. Discovery call

Sign up for a call to get the details about working with us and get your questions answered.

02. Intial evaluation

Come into the clinic for a 1-on-1 appointment for a full hour with your doctor of physical therapy. Detailed history, examination and start of treatment.

03. Your customized plan

Follow up at regular intervals. We don’t just want your symptoms gone, we want them to never come back to how they are now.

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