Womens Wellness
Exercise During Pregnancy
Exercise during pregnancy has numerous benefits for both the mother and the baby, including:
- Improved physical fitness: Regular exercise can help improve cardiovascular health, muscle strength, and endurance, making it easier to cope with the physical demands of pregnancy and childbirth.
- Reduced risk of gestational diabetes: Regular exercise can help lower the risk of developing gestational diabetes, a type of diabetes that occurs during pregnancy.
Pregnancy Check
There are several reasons why pregnant women should consider getting a pregnancy check from a pelvic health physiotherapist.
Promotes healthy pregnancy: A pregnancy check from a pelvic health physiotherapist can help promote a healthy pregnancy by identifying and addressing any underlying issues that may affect the pregnancy, such as weak pelvic floor muscles, poor posture, and muscle imbalances.
The Fourth Trimester (Postpartum Check)
Women should consider getting a postpartum check with a pelvic health physiotherapist for several important reasons:
Recovery from childbirth: Pregnancy and childbirth can place significant strain on a woman’s body, especially the pelvic floor muscles. A postpartum check with a pelvic health physiotherapist can help identify any issues that may have arisen during pregnancy or childbirth and help guide the woman towards recovery.
Impacts of Exercise on Breastmilk
Exercise can have both positive and negative impacts on breast milk production and quality. Here are a few key points:
Positive impacts:
- Physical activity has been shown to increase milk production in some women, potentially by increasing levels of hormones like prolactin that stimulate milk production.
- Exercise can also improve overall physical and mental well-being, which can have a positive impact on the mother’s ability to lactate.
Menopause Check
Menopause is a time of significant hormonal changes that can lead to a variety of physical and emotional symptoms. Here are some of the benefits of seeing a pelvic health physiotherapist during this time:
Help with bladder and bowel control: Hormonal changes during menopause can weaken the pelvic floor muscles, which can result in bladder and bowel control issues. A pelvic health physiotherapist can help women strengthen their pelvic floor muscles through exercises and techniques to manage urinary and fecal incontinence.