Pregnancy & Postpartum Pelvic Health Solutions

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Stop Getting up to Pee at Night During Pregnancy

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Test Your Pelvic Floor: Postpartum Recovery

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Perineum Scar Massage: Postpartum Recovery

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Perineal Length: Assess Risk of Severe Tearing during Birth (OASI)

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Perineum Massage: Minimize Severe Tearing During Birth

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First Postpartum Poop: 3 Gentle Exercises for Less Pain

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Pelvic Mobility Exercises to Prep for Birth

1. Latissimus Stretch:
This stretch helps release tension in the large back muscles (lats), which can become tight during pregnancy due to postural changes.
2. Adductor Rock Back:
This exercise focuses on the inner thigh muscles (adductors) that can tighten during pregnancy.
3. Pelvic Lift:
This exercise focuses on the posterior pelvic floor muscles that can become tight during pregnancy due to posture changes and weakness.
4. 90/90 Hip Mobility Exercise:
This exercise targets the hips, promoting better range of motion and flexibility.
Aim to perform these exercises regularly in the weeks leading up to your birth can help maintain pelvic flexibility and ease, contributing to a smoother labor expe...

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Stop Getting up to Pee at Night During Pregnancy

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Stop Getting up to Pee at Night During Pregnancy

Просмотров 18Месяц назад

In this video, I’ll explain why this happens and share the latest research-backed tips to help you reduce nighttime urination and get better sleep. We’ll discuss fluid management strategies, tips on what to avoid drinking, and how to use "double voiding" to fully empty your bladder before bed. Plus, I’ll show you simple exercises to reduce swelling, improve circulation, and relax your pelvic fl...

Test Your Pelvic Floor: Postpartum Recovery

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Test Your Pelvic Floor: Postpartum Recovery

Просмотров 132 месяца назад

After giving birth, the pelvic floor can weaken, and its reflexive function may be disrupted, especially if you've experienced tearing, a long labor, or needed an instrumental delivery. Ensuring your pelvic floor's reflexive engagement has returned is crucial for preventing common postpartum issues like urinary incontinence, pelvic organ prolapse, and even lower back pain. In this video, we’ll ...

Perineum Scar Massage: Postpartum Recovery

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Perineum Scar Massage: Postpartum Recovery

Просмотров 52 месяца назад

In this video, we dive into postpartum pelvic floor recovery and demonstrate three effective perineum scar mobilization techniques. These techniques are designed to improve pelvic floor function and reduce the chances of pelvic floor dysfunction, such as leaking pee, pain with intimacy, or discomfort with period product use. Join us as we guide you through these simple yet powerful methods to h...

Perineal Length: Assess Risk of Severe Tearing during Birth (OASI)

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Perineal Length: Assess Risk of Severe Tearing during Birth (OASI)

Просмотров 1442 месяца назад

In this video, Dr. Ryan Bailey, a pelvic floor physical therapist specializing in pregnancy and postpartum recovery, breaks down an important yet often overlooked factor in preventing severe perineal tearing during childbirth-Obstetric Anal Sphincter Injuries (OASI). Learn how measuring perineal length during pregnancy can provide valuable insights into your risk for OASI, which includes third ...

Perineum Massage: Minimize Severe Tearing During Birth

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Perineum Massage: Minimize Severe Tearing During Birth

Просмотров 1022 месяца назад

Worried about severe tearing during childbirth? In this video, I break down the science behind perineal length and its link to the risk of severe perineal tears. Learn why measuring your perineal length can help you understand your risk factors and why starting perineum massage before 35 weeks of pregnancy is so important for preparing your body for delivery. I’ll also walk you through the basi...

First Postpartum Poop: 3 Gentle Exercises for Less Pain

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First Postpartum Poop: 3 Gentle Exercises for Less Pain

Просмотров 63 месяца назад

In this video, I’ll walk you through 3 gentle exercises tailored to aid gut motility. These moves are designed to help you achieve your first postpartum poop with more ease with less straining while protecting your healing perineum. To learn more strategies to support your first postpartum poop, check out my blog at: If you found this video helpful, I'd love for you to like, share, and subscrib...

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Birth After a Severe Tear

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If you’ve had a perineal tear in a previous birth, you might be wondering what your chances are of tearing again in future deliveries. In today’s video, we’re breaking down the risk factors for tearing in subsequent births and how the type of tear you experienced impacts those risks. For moms with first- or second-degree tears, the risk of tearing again is generally low unless unexpected factor...

Pudendal Nerve Injury in Birth: Symptoms & Exercises

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Pudendal Nerve Injury in Birth: Symptoms & Exercises

Просмотров 503 месяца назад

In this video, we explore pudendal nerve injury-a common but often overlooked cause of pelvic floor symptoms after childbirth. From pelvic pain and incontinence to numbness and discomfort during sitting, pudendal nerve injury can cause a range of issues that many new moms experience. But how do you know if this nerve injury is the root cause of your symptoms? We cover: -Symptoms: Common signs o...

Fecal Incontinence: Exercises for Recovery After Birth

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Fecal Incontinence: Exercises for Recovery After Birth

Просмотров 623 месяца назад

Are you struggling with fecal incontinence after childbirth? In this video, learn the two main causes of this embarrassing pelvic floor symptom. Then I’ll guide you through gentle exercises designed to support the healing process to strengthen your pelvic floor and improve control. Postpartum recovery can be challenging, especially when pelvic floor issues like incontinence interfere with your ...

Prepare Your Pelvic Floor for Birth: Third Trimester Exercise Routine

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Prepare Your Pelvic Floor for Birth: Third Trimester Exercise Routine

Просмотров 504 месяца назад

Preparing your body for birth is just as important as packing your hospital bag! In this video, Dr. Ryan Bailey, a pelvic floor physical therapist specializing in pregnancy and postpartum care, guides you through a simple yet effective exercise sequence designed to help you prepare for birth. As you enter your third trimester, the focus should shift from pelvic floor strengthening to softening ...

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Safe Lifting Techniques to Pick up Baby

Просмотров 55 месяцев назад

In this video learn safe lifting techniques as a new mom. By being mindful and intentional around how your support and move your body when lifting it reduces your risk of injury. This is important as your body is healing in postpartum and hasn't yet recouped full strength or mobility yet. You will learn: - breathing strategy -4 different lifting techniques -which technique may be best for you w...

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Perineum Massage

Просмотров 417 месяцев назад

The perineum is the tissue between the vaginal opening and anus. 90% of birthing people will tear this tissue which can lead to pelvic floor issues in postpartum that can have long term repercussions if not addressed. Perineum massage involves a controlled stretch of the perineum to assess how the body reacts to strong sensations that may be similar to what you'll feel in birth. In this video I...

Pelvic Floor Exercises for Postpartum Low Estrogen Symptoms

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Pelvic Floor Exercises for Postpartum Low Estrogen Symptoms

Просмотров 588 месяцев назад

In this video, I show a routine tailored to address postpartum low estrogen symptoms, including dryness, urinary incontinence, pelvic pain, and sexual dysfunction. Discover targeted exercises designed to not only alleviate discomfort but also establish a deeper connection with your pelvic floor muscles, gradually building strength and resilience over time. Whether you're a new mom navigating th...

"Exercise Snacks": How to Incorporate Exercise into your Day as a New Mom

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"Exercise Snacks": How to Incorporate Exercise into your Day as a New Mom

Просмотров 289 месяцев назад

The postpartum period presents new moms with a whirlwind of emotions, adjustments, and responsibilities, often leaving self-care on the back burner amidst the chaos of caring for a newborn. However, incorporating exercise into daily routines, even in small amounts, can yield profound benefits for both physical and mental well-being. This video explores the concept of integrating short bouts of ...