In this episode, Dr. Danielle interviews Katie Simmons (@ATLPelvicHealth), a pelvic physical therapist, about pelvic health during pregnancy and postpartum. Katie shares her journey into pelvic physical therapy and the importance of supporting women throughout their pregnancy and postpartum journeys. They discuss the role of pelvic floor therapy in treating bladder, bowel, and sexual dysfunction, as well as pain in the pelvic region. They also cover the benefits of pelvic PT in preparing for labor, including learning effective pushing techniques and practicing different labor positions. Katie emphasizes the importance of addressing scar mobility and tissue health after a C-section. They conclude by highlighting the need for self-care and rest during the postpartum period.

Takeaways

• Pelvic physical therapy can help with bladder, bowel, and sexual dysfunction, as well as pain in the pelvic region.
• Pelvic PT can assist in preparing for labor by teaching effective pushing techniques and exploring different labor positions.
• Scar mobility and tissue health are important aspects of postpartum recovery, especially after a C-section.
• Self-care and rest are crucial during the postpartum period to support healing and prevent complications.
• Early intervention with pelvic PT can prevent or address lingering symptoms and improve overall postpartum recovery.

Chapters

• 00:00 Introduction and Background
• 08:59 Pelvic Health During Pregnancy
• 11:53 Preparing for Labor and Postpartum
• 14:13 Perineal Massage and Tearing
• 17:24 Factors Affecting Pelvic Floor Health
• 24:26 Common Postpartum Complaints
• 30:12 Scar Mobility After C-Section
• 35:13 Rest and Recovery in Postpartum
• 38:22 Importance of Pelvic Floor Therapy

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