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Postpartum Pelvic Floor Recovery: What You’re Not Told After Delivery
- Dr. Ben Moore
- Oct 27
- 3 min read
The moment a baby arrives, most of the attention shifts to newborn care—and understandably so. But what often gets left behind is the mother’s physical recovery, especially when it comes to the pelvic floor. After childbirth, many women are surprised to experience issues like urinary leakage, pelvic heaviness, or core weakness—and even more surprised that these symptoms are considered “normal” or dismissed entirely.
At Evo Performance Therapy in Nashville, postpartum pelvic floor PT is about more than just recovery. It’s about helping women feel strong, supported, and empowered in their new bodies. Because the truth is, healing doesn’t happen automatically—and many of the most important conversations never happen at your six-week check-up.
How Pregnancy and Delivery Affect the Pelvic Floor
During pregnancy, the body undergoes major changes to support a growing baby. The pelvic floor muscles stretch to accommodate weight and shifting posture, while abdominal muscles—especially the deep core—often weaken or separate. Hormonal changes make tissues more lax, and the increased load can challenge bladder control, stability, and alignment.
Delivery, whether vaginal or by C-section, adds a new layer of stress. Vaginal birth can result in tearing, episiotomies, or trauma to the pelvic floor muscles. C-sections, while avoiding vaginal trauma, still involve abdominal incisions and can affect core and scar tissue mobility.
These changes often lead to:
Leaking with coughing, laughing, or exercise
Pelvic pressure or heaviness (a sign of prolapse)
Pain with intercourse or pelvic exams
Diastasis recti (abdominal separation)
Low back or hip pain
While common, these issues are not inevitable—and they’re not something you have to live with.
What Postpartum Pelvic Floor PT Actually Looks Like
Postpartum pelvic floor PT is a specialized form of therapy designed to help women reconnect with their core and pelvic floor after childbirth. At Evo Performance Therapy, the process begins with a thorough, one-on-one evaluation in a supportive, private setting.
This includes an assessment of:
Pelvic floor muscle tone, strength, and coordination
Abdominal function, including diastasis recti
Breathing and posture mechanics
Scar mobility (C-section or perineal scars)
Hip and low back alignment and mobility
From there, your therapist develops a personalized plan to restore strength, control, and balance. Sessions may include guided exercises, breathwork, manual therapy, and neuromuscular retraining. You’ll learn how to safely rebuild your core, prevent injury, and return to the activities you love—whether that’s running, lifting, or simply moving without discomfort.
At Evo, care is tailored to your stage of healing and your personal goals. There’s no pressure, no judgment—just clear, compassionate support.
Symptoms Women Shouldn’t Ignore After Birth
New moms are often told that symptoms like leaking or pelvic pain are “just part of having a baby.” But while these issues are common, they’re never normal—and they are absolutely treatable.
If you’ve recently given birth and notice any of the following symptoms, it’s a sign your pelvic floor may need attention:
Bladder leakage during movement, coughing, or sneezing
A sensation of heaviness or bulging in the pelvis
Pain during intimacy or when inserting a tampon
Difficulty engaging your core or feeling “disconnected” from your body
Low back, sacral, or hip pain that doesn’t resolve
Pelvic floor PT offers gentle, targeted support to address these symptoms at the source—helping you recover in ways that typical postpartum care overlooks.
Empowering Recovery, One Step at a Time
Healing after childbirth isn’t just physical—it’s emotional, too. Many women feel frustrated, confused, or even ashamed of the changes in their bodies. But your recovery is valid, and you deserve expert support every step of the way.
At Evo Performance Therapy, the goal is to educate and empower. You’ll gain a deeper understanding of how your body works and how to care for it long after delivery. Small wins—like jumping without leaking or reconnecting with your core—can feel life-changing. And as your strength returns, so does your confidence.
This is about more than rehab. It’s about reclaiming ownership of your body and your health, at a time when that matters more than ever.
Start Your Recovery with Evo Performance Therapy
You’ve given your body to pregnancy and birth. Now it’s time to give something back. Postpartum pelvic floor PT can help you move better, feel stronger, and enjoy motherhood without discomfort or limitations.
The team at Evo Performance Therapy in Nashville is here to guide you with care, expertise, and understanding.
Reach out today to schedule your first session—and take the first step toward a confident, complete recovery.