Common concerns during pregnancy.
Pregnancy changes your posture, the pressure in your abdomen, and the demands on your pelvic floor and core. Discomfort is common, but common does not mean you have to push through it. Michaela is a certified Pregnancy and Postpartum Corrective Exercise Specialist and has completed DONA International birth doula training.
Pain at the back of the pelvis, the pubic bone, or the low back is common as your body changes. Movement strategies, strengthening, and supports like a sacroiliac belt can help you stay comfortable.
Pressure from a growing baby can lead to leaking or more frequent trips to the bathroom. Pelvic floor exercises chosen for your body, and done the right way, can help.
Hormones and pressure can slow digestion. Diet, hydration, toileting position, and breathing strategies help, and they protect the pelvic floor too.
A feeling of heaviness can come from changing pressure and support. We look at posture, breath, and daily movement to help you feel more supported, and encourage you to check in with your provider about any new symptoms.
Learning to relax and lengthen the pelvic floor, along with breath and positioning, can help you feel more prepared and confident heading into labor and delivery.
