Pregnancy Physiotherapy

Pregnancy physiotherapy includes all the treatment that you can receive throughout your pregnancy; it  will help you to understand how your body changes and how to modify your exercise routine during the different stages. Pelvic floor training and breathing techniques are two of the main topics that we like to talk about with our pregnant patients. We will also answer all your questions that you might have.

Teaching you how to breathe, what Pelvic floor muscles are and how to use them, how your body changes throughout pregnancy and what to do during all the different phases. Nobody is able to predict how your labour will be, but we can give you all the information and tools you need for you to make more conscious decisions when it is time. 

Prenatal physiotherapy occurs from when you find out that you are pregnant to when you give birth. Postnatal physiotherapy starts from 6 weeks postpartum and continues until your body needs care. 

Absolutely yes, physiotherapy can help you with all of these pregnancy issues.

From as early as you need. However, the internal examination is not recommended until the end of the 12 weeks mark.

Receiving physiotherapy during pregnancy is not only safe but strongly recommended to prevent issues that might present throughout. 

We are going to talk about what happens during the pregnancy, we will answer your questions and concerns and we will address if there is any specific pain or discomfort you experience. We will explain how your pelvic floor works and what is the best way to keep it active. We will also show what type of exercises are safe to do and what to avoid.

We usually focus on the breathing techniques and on the Pelvic floor muscles activation. The sessions can or cannot include any manual techniques, it depends on the situation. We can use some of the Pilates equipment or keep the exercises basic, on the floor, according to your condition and goals. 

Absolutely, if you don’t experience any pain and you don’t have any warning from your doctor, you can continue your regular exercise routine. If you have any pain or discomfort, we might help you to change some exercises.

This depends on your needs and goals; the physiotherapist will explain the plan at the end of the initial consultation and together you will agree on the frequency of the sessions.

An Initial Women’s Health 1 hour assessment is £155, with 30 minute follow-up appointments at £107. Prices can be different depending if you book the appointment with a consultant physiotherapist.

Some insurance covers a limited number of sessions, some don’t. Please contact your insurance before booking. 

All our physiotherapists are highly qualified and they will provide the best standard of care. You can have a look at our team’s bio on our website, to know more about their background and experience. 

Pelvic floor exercises, breathing exercises, mobility and strengthening exercises are usually something that we recommend you to perform at home regularly.

A postnatal check up is advised at six weeks postpartum. This gives the new mum a chance to answer any questions she may have. The appointment is used to check your pelvic floor and core engagement, to understand your goals and help support your return to activity and exercise. It can include education on optimal bladder and bowel habits, assessment and advice on scar healing and assessment of abdominal separation. It can lastly be used to assess and treat any musculoskeletal aches and pains.

We recommend booking the first postnatal session from 6 weeks after the birth. 

It involves a total bodycheck, where we assess your mobility, the abdominal separation, the C section scar (in case you have) one and the pelvic floor muscles’s health. 

We will go through any questions you might have. We can also support you in your breastfeeding journey. 

Yes, physiotherapy is one of the most effective treatments for diastasis recti and pelvic organ prolapse.

After the initial consultation, the physiotherapist will explain the plan and together, you will agree on the number and frequency of the sessions. 

The session will involve a physical examination, so please wear comfortable clothes. The physiotherapist might offer you a vaginal internal examination, which you will be free to reject, if you don’t feel comfortable. 

A Postnatal body check 1 hour assessment is £155, with 30 minute follow-up appointments at £107, should they be recommended.

All packages are 15% off RRP:

• For those living in the South West, we offer hour-long Pilates classes. Total package price is £525.
• In the City of London we offer 45 minute Pilates classes in-clinic. Package price is £475.
• At Lindfield we are offering 3:1 equipment classes, with the package priced at £320.

Please note these Packages expire after 180 days.