Postpartum Is Hard — But You Don’t Have to Do It Alone

How Pelvic Floor Physical Therapy Supports Recovery, Strength, and Self-Connection

I’ve had the privilege of walking alongside countless women on their postpartum journeys, and if there’s one truth I’ve learned, it’s this: postpartum is one of the most beautiful and challenging seasons a person can experience. It’s a time of deep change — physically, mentally, emotionally, and relationally.

There’s the exhaustion, the hormonal shifts, the healing body, and the avalanche of new responsibilities. For some, there’s lingering birth trauma or a difficult recovery. For others, it's the confusing tug-of-war between feeling grateful and feeling overwhelmed. And through it all, the body keeps whispering (or shouting): “Help.”

Here’s the thing: leaking when you sneeze or laugh isn’t something you “just have to live with.” Pain with movement, intimacy, or scar sensitivity after a C-section isn't “normal.” Feeling disconnected from your body isn’t just part of becoming a mom.

👉 Pelvic floor physical therapy is here to change that narrative.

More Than Just Kegels: What Pelvic Floor PT Really Does

Pelvic floor therapy isn’t only about avoiding incontinence (although that’s a major win). It’s about reconnecting you with your body, rebuilding strength, restoring confidence, and helping you feel more like you again.

Whether you’ve had a vaginal birth or a Cesarean, your core and pelvic system has been through an incredible transformation. C-section mamas especially deserve attention and support for their healing scars, abdominal wall, and pelvic floor — yes, even if you didn’t push, your pelvic floor is still affected by pregnancy and recovery.

Some of the most common things we help with postpartum include:

• Leaking when sneezing, coughing, jumping, or running

• Pain with intimacy or tampon use

• Feeling of heaviness or pressure "down there"

• Scar tissue tightness or discomfort

• Core weakness, diastasis recti, and back/hip/pelvic pain

• Trouble going to the bathroom (or not going when you need to!)

• The overwhelming feeling of not knowing how to return to movement safely

Your Mental Health Deserves Care, Too

Movement is powerful. It’s not just about regaining strength — it’s about reclaiming ownership over your body and giving yourself tools to support your emotional well-being. Studies show that movement and exercise can improve mood, reduce anxiety, and help regulate stress — all of which are essential during the postpartum period.

When we help you move better, leak less, and feel stronger, we're not just helping your body — we're supporting your mind and your whole self.

You Don’t Have to “Wait It Out”

There’s this unfortunate message out there that says, “Wait until 6 weeks and then you’re fine.”But 6 weeks is just the start of recovery. There’s no expiration date on getting help. Whether you’re 6 weeks or 6 years postpartum, your healing is worth investing in.

April Is C-Section Awareness Month

If you’re a C-section mama — you’re not forgotten. Scar sensitivity, core disconnection, and pain with movement are real, and they deserve attention. Pelvic floor PT includes scar mobilization, core retraining, and guidance for safe return to activity — all tailored to your unique body and story.

Let’s Redefine Postpartum Care

At Trailhead Physical Therapy, we offer personalized, one-on-one care for postpartum recovery. You’re not just another patient — you’re a whole person, and we treat you that way.

We believe pelvic floor therapy should be a standard part of postpartum care, just like pediatric checkups for your baby. Because when you’re cared for, everything else gets better too.

Let’s stop normalizing pain and dysfunction — and start prioritizing postpartum wellness.

Want to know if pelvic floor therapy is right for you? Book an evaluation today — because you deserve to feel strong, confident, and supported in your body again. 💛