When we talk about pregnancy, we often focus on three trimesters, but there’s one more stage that’s just as important, the 4th trimester. This period, the first 12 weeks after giving birth, is a time of profound physical healing, emotional adjustment, and learning to care for your new baby while your body recovers from one […]
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When preparing for pregnancy, we often think about taking prenatal vitamins, eating a balanced diet, and engaging in regular exercise. However, one crucial aspect of pre-pregnancy health that’s often overlooked is the pelvic floor. Pelvic floor physical therapy (PT) is gaining recognition as a beneficial practice before pregnancy, and here’s why you should consider incorporating
In a recent segment on My St. Louis Live, Dr. Brooke Kalisiak and Dr. Manali Andrus from Legacy Physical Therapy discussed a topic close to the hearts (and cores) of many new moms: core strengthening after childbirth. During the interview, they addressed common questions and concerns that postpartum mothers face as they navigate their recovery
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Pregnancy brings about numerous physical changes and challenges, one of which is the impact on the pelvic floor. The pelvic floor muscles play a crucial role in supporting the bladder, bowel, and uterus, and they undergo significant stress during pregnancy and childbirth. One question that often arises is whether the size of the baby impacts
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Motherhood is a journey filled with both joy and challenges. Among the myriad of changes a new mother experiences, physical adaptations and demands can be particularly significant. Pelvic floor health, posture, and breastfeeding are interconnected elements that can impact a new mother’s well-being The Impact of Posture on Pelvic Floor Health Posture plays a vital
Diastasis recti, often referred to simply as diastasis, is a condition characterized by the separation of the abdominal muscles, specifically the rectus abdominis. This condition is most commonly seen in postpartum women but can also affect men and women of all ages due to factors like rapid weight gain, heavy lifting, or certain abdominal exercises.
Welcoming a new life into the world is an incredible journey, but it often comes with its share of physical challenges for new moms. One common issue that many new mothers face is upper back pain. The stress of pregnancy, labor, and caring for a newborn can lead to discomfort and strain in the upper
The journey of motherhood is a beautiful and transformative experience, but it comes with its fair share of challenges. For many women, the postpartum period can be marked by physical discomfort, including shoulder pain and pelvic floor issues. We want to highlight the common causes of shoulder pain postpartum and the potential benefits of physical
Becoming a mother is a joyous and transformative experience, but it also comes with its fair share of challenges. One common issue that many postpartum women face but rarely discuss openly is postpartum queefing. The involuntary release of air from the vagina can be embarrassing and uncomfortable for some women. It often happens due to
If you are currently pregnant, postpartum or even years postpartum, you may wonder or have wondered about how to get back into a fitness routine. You may have searched the internet for pregnancy or postpartum exercises to do and it may have confused you even further. A helpful source for good guidance would be partnering
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