A Beginner’s Guide After Childbirth

A Beginner’s Guide After Childbirth

Initiating the Rehabilitation Process for Your Pelvis and Core The journey of childbirth is profound and transformative, but its physical aftermath continues to remain under discussed. For many new parents, the months following delivery bring challenges that extend beyond sleepless nights—pelvic floor weakness, abdominal separation, and changes in core stability are common realities. What occurs…

October 15th is Pregnancy and Infant Loss Awareness Day

October 15th is Pregnancy and Infant Loss Awareness Day

A Day To Grief and Heal October 15th marks Pregnancy and Infant Loss Awareness Day, a somber yet vital occasion dedicated to acknowledging the grief experienced by countless families who have suffered the loss of a pregnancy or infant. This day serves as both a memorial and a call to action, highlighting the need for…

Preparing for Birth with Pelvic PT

Preparing for Birth with Pelvic PT

What You Can Do During Pregnancy While prenatal care often focuses on fetal development, an emerging emphasis in maternal health highlights the importance of preparing the pelvic floor—the group of muscles and connective tissues that support the uterus, bladder, and bowels. Increasingly, physical therapists specializing in pelvic health are becoming a key part of comprehensive…

Maternal Health

Maternal Health

Despite advances in medical technology and improvements in overall maternal healthcare, black women in the United States continue to face disproportionately high rates of maternal mortality and morbidity. Black women are three to four times more likely to die from pregnancy-related complications. The United States ranks last among similar wealthy countries in maternal health. Causes…