Pelvic Floor Training During Pregnancy & After Birth

The pelvic floor is a group of muscles that support the bladder, bowel and reproductive organs. These muscles play an important role in bladder and bowel control, pelvic organ support and sexual function.

Pregnancy and childbirth can place increased strain on the pelvic floor, making targeted rehabilitation particularly important.

Why is Pelvic Floor Training Important?

Pelvic floor exercises can help:

• Reduce urinary leakage
• Improve pelvic organ support
• Enhance recovery after childbirth
• Support a return to exercise
• Improve pelvic floor strength and coordination

Treatment focuses on:

• Teaching correct pelvic floor muscle activation
• Building strength, endurance, and coordination
• Integrating exercises into daily life and exercise routines
• Supporting recovery after vaginal birth or caesarean section

Individual assessment is particularly valuable because pelvic floor weakness, overactivity, and poor coordination can feel similar but require different approaches.