Pelvic Balance Physical Therapy Blog Posts
Can physical activity impact my fertility?
Jen and Mark are a happily married couple in their late 30s. They have been very invested in their careers and enjoyed traveling at every opportunity. About a year ago, they decided it was the right time to slow down their adventures and start a family. Unfortunately, they have not had a successful conception and have begun to explore other options to help with their...
Can Pelvic Floor Physical Therapy Improve Fertility
Jen is a 37-year-old female who is happily married and has been very dedicated to her career as a veterinarian. She has enjoyed the challenge of starting her own practice and treating a variety of patients. About a year and half ago, Jen and her husband decided they were ready to start trying for a baby. Unfortunately, their efforts have not resulted in a little one...
Exercises to do during pregnancy and postpartum to prevent leakage
A common occurrence during pregnancy and the postpartum period is urinary incontinence, which is an involuntary loss of urine. It can occur with activities, such as coughing, laughing, sneezing, or jumping, or with environmental triggers, like opening the door. A concern many express is whether exercise is safe to perform during and after pregnancy and whether it will...
3 Pelvic Floor Exercises To Do During And After Pregnancy
I will often get questions from those planning to conceive and those recently pregnant wondering if exercise is safe and which exercises are best during and after pregnancy. First, let’s bust the myth that we shouldn’t be exercising while pregnant. According to The American College of Obstetricians and Gynecologists (ACOG) April 2020 Committee Opinion,...
Pelvic Health & Intimacy During Pregnancy: What You Need to Know
Pregnancy is a transformative time in a woman's life, but it also comes with a great deal of emotional and physical changes. Pelvic health can have a significant impact on your pregnancy and is often overlooked. Sex while pregnant can oftentimes be uncomfortable but there are ways to make sex an enjoyable experience during this time of your life. In this post, we will...
Exercising While Pregnant – Should I or Shouldn’t I?
Mandy is a 30-year-old woman who is currently 5 weeks pregnant with her first child. While she is very excited about starting her family with her husband Nick, she is concerned about what she should and should not be doing for physical activity. Her mom has been encouraging her to rest as much as possible and cautioned her against her usual three times per week gym...
