Pregnancy & Postpartum Recovery: How Pelvic Floor Physical Therapy in Boston Can Help
Pregnancy changes your body in so many amazing ways. After you have your baby, your body needs the proper care and time to heal - that’s why postpartum pelvic floor physical therapy is so important. At Boston Pelvic Physical Therapy in Melrose, MA, we help you reconnect with your body, rebuild your strength and confidence, and get back to doing the activities you love.
How Pregnancy Affects Your Body
To support a growing baby, your body adapts in many ways:
Hormones shift to make your ligaments more flexible.
Blood volume nearly doubles to deliver oxygen and nutrients.
Your organs rearrange as your uterus expands.
Ribs flare outward and abdominal muscles stretch.
Back muscles tighten to balance the added weight and weaker abs.
Posture changes, and carrying an older child can add more strain.
The pelvic floor supports increasing pressure, even if you deliver by c-section.
Labor and delivery may cause tearing of tissues or muscles.
A c-section involves cutting through six layers to reach the baby.
Pushing can also lead to hemorrhoids or prolapse.
Why Postpartum Pelvic Floor Rehab Matters
After pregnancy and birth (whether vaginal or C-section) your body deserves more than just “do some Kegels.” At Boston Pelvic Physical Therapy, we:
Restore breathing and diaphragm function with hands-on therapy.
Reconnect your brain to your abs and pelvic floor.
Re-train your core to reduce rib flare and improve posture.
Treat scars or tearing to prevent pain, leaking, and adhesions.
Address prolapse symptoms such as pressure or heaviness.
Find and relieve the source of postpartum pain.
Support overall strength and flexibility.
Create a personalized recovery plan to help you safely return to exercise and daily activities.
Ready to Start Pelvic Floor Physical Therapy in Greater Boston?
We’re currently accepting new patients and offer a safe, welcoming space for all people seeking pelvic health support in the Greater Boston area. Schedule your postpartum pelvic floor therapy consultation in Melrose, MA today at www.bostonpelvicpt.com, or email info@bostonpelvicpt.com with any questions.
Not local? Visit pelvicrehab.com to find a pelvic floor PT near you.