Pregnancy and Postnatal Physiotherapy Care

Inform Physiotherapy offers trained physiotherapists to provide help through pregnancy, birth and recovery

Pregnancy, birth and the early months after delivery place unique demands on the body. Inform Physiotherapy created Bump, Birth and Beyond to help people move through each stage with confidence, strength and practical support. Our physiotherapists provide care grounded in women’s health research and tailored to the needs of each individual.

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How physiotherapy supports pregnancy

The body adapts quickly during pregnancy. Muscles, joints and connective tissues respond to hormonal changes, posture shifts and the increasing load of a growing baby. Physiotherapy helps manage these changes and reduces the impact of common conditions.

Conditions we treat during pregnancy

pelvic girdle pain
lower back pain
abdominal muscle separation
hip and groin discomfort
rib and upper back pain
continence concerns
pelvic floor tension or weakness
mobility limitations

Our physiotherapists assess posture, muscle balance and pelvic floor function, then design treatment plans that support comfortable daily movement and reduce strain on the body.

Prenatal pelvic floor and core guidance

Pelvic floor function can change during pregnancy. Understanding how to activate and relax these muscles is important for birth preparation and recovery.

Our prenatal sessions include:

assessment of pelvic floor strength and coordination
core activation strategies for pregnancy
guidance on reducing pelvic floor load
safe exercise progressions
education on bladder and bowel support

These sessions are suitable for both first-time parents and those wanting to improve outcomes compared with previous pregnancies.

Exercise during pregnancy

Staying active during pregnancy supports strength, endurance and overall wellbeing. Our clinicians guide safe, targeted exercise that adapts to the stage of pregnancy and any symptoms present.

Exercise sessions may include:

clinical exercise and pilates
postural and mobility work
tailored strength programs
education on safe lifting and daily movement
strategies to reduce pelvic and back strain

All exercises are designed to support comfort and long-term function rather than short-term intensity.

Birth

Birth preparation sessions

Birth preparation involves more than learning about labour positions. Our physiotherapists help parents understand how the pelvic floor, breathing and movement can support a safer, less stressful birthing experience.

Birth preparation sessions cover:

pelvic floor relaxation and lengthening
breathing techniques
perineal preparation
safe pushing strategies
positions that help pelvic mechanics
ways to reduce perineal strain
post-birth recovery planning

These sessions aim to reduce fear, support informed decision-making and build confidence for labour.

Beyond

Postnatal recovery physiotherapy

After birth, the body needs time and structured support to recover. Physiotherapy helps restore function, address discomfort and guide a safe return to activity.

Postnatal physiotherapy addresses:

abdominal muscle separation
pelvic floor weakness or tension
lower back or pelvic pain
recovery after caesarean birth
continence symptoms
return to exercise or sport
postural changes from feeding and lifting

Our clinicians provide hands on treatment, movement retraining and progressive exercise plans that match the demands of caring for a newborn.

Postnatal exercise and rebuilding strength

Returning to movement after birth requires careful progression. Our postnatal exercise therapy focuses on rebuilding strength in a way that protects the pelvic floor and abdominal wall.

Sessions include:

core and pelvic floor integration
strength and conditioning
guided postnatal pilates
mobility and postural work
gradual return to higher intensity exercise

We work with people at all stages of recovery, whether they are weeks or months postpartum.

Who can benefit from this program?

Bump, Birth and Beyond is suitable for:

people in early, mid or late pregnancy
those preparing for birth
new parents in the first weeks or months postpartum
people returning to exercise after birth
people experiencing pelvic, hip or back discomfort
anyone wanting support with pelvic floor or core function

Our approach is supportive, evidence informed and tailored to individual goals and medical considerations.

Book Your Appointment Today

Appointments are available with our women’s health physiotherapists. Each session includes assessment, treatment planning and practical guidance that supports real-world movement and comfort during pregnancy and after birth.

To book, contact our team or use our online booking system.

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