Postpartum Recovery: How Pelvic Floor Therapy can Improve Healing
Bringing a new life into the world is an incredible experience and it also places tremendous physical challenges on the body. Many women experience changes such as pelvic pain, urinary leakage, pressure, or a feeling that their body “just isn’t the same” after birth. These symptoms are common and normal part of healing in the first few weeks postpartum, but they are not something that should be lingering.
At Vital Physical Therapy, we believe postpartum recovery should be focused on your strength, and not overwhelming. Pelvic floor therapy offers a personalized and evidence-based way to support healing, rebuild strength, and restore confidence in your body after childbirth.
Understanding the Pelvic Floor After Birth
The pelvic floor is a group of muscles that support your bladder, uterus, and bowel. During pregnancy and childbirth, these muscles stretch and sometimes weaken. For a vaginal delivery they stretch to allow for baby to descend in order to be born. During a cesarean the abdomen wall is cut through to birth the baby. Either way your baby was born they both place increased strain to both pelvic floor and abdomen.
Common postpartum issues related to pelvic floor dysfunction include:
Urinary leakage or urgency
Pelvic or lower back pain
Pressure or heaviness (prolapse symptoms)
Pain with intercourse
Abdominal separation (diastasis recti)
Difficulty returning to exercise or daily activities
These changes can affect not only physical function but also emotional well-being and confidence.
How Pelvic Floor Therapy Helps with Postpartum Healing
Pelvic floor therapy is more than just exercises. It’s a comprehensive approach that helps your body recover safely and fully.
At Vital Physical Therapy, our pelvic health specialists help you:
Assess pelvic floor strength and coordination through gentle, individualized techniques
Reduce pain and tension caused by muscle tightness or scar tissue
Rebuild core and pelvic stability for improved posture and movement
Support C-section or perineal scar healing for better comfort and mobility
Guide your safe return to exercise, intimacy, and daily life
Every recovery journey is unique. Whether you’re weeks or years postpartum, therapy can still make a significant difference.
When to Start Postpartum Pelvic Floor Therapy
It’s never too late to begin but most women can safely start pelvic floor therapy around 6 weeks postpartum, once cleared by their healthcare provider.
Even if you delivered months or years ago, symptoms like leakage, pain, or pelvic pressure are signs your body could still benefit from care. Healing is possible at any stage.
At Vital Physical Therapy, we work with you to find the right starting point for your individual needs and goals.
What to Expect During Your First Visit
Your first session at Vital Physical Therapy typically includes:
A thorough discussion of your birth story, symptoms, and goals
An assessment of posture, breathing, and muscle coordination
A personalized plan that may include exercises, education, and hands-on techniques
Our goal is to create a safe, supportive environment where you feel comfortable and empowered throughout your recovery.
Special Offer: $95 Postpartum Screen at Vital Physical Therapy
To help more women access postpartum care and better understand their pelvic floor health, Vital Physical Therapy is proud to offer a $95 Postpartum Screen, perfect for your first pelvic floor therapy visit after birth.
This one-time visit includes:
A comprehensive pelvic floor and core assessment
Education on what’s normal and what’s not during postpartum healing
Guidance on next steps to prevent or address common concerns like leakage, pain, or pressure
This affordable session is designed to improve access to care and help new moms feel informed, confident, and supported, even if they’re not sure where to start.
Schedule your $95 Postpartum Screen today to take the first step toward understanding and improving your pelvic floor health.
Benefits of Pelvic Floor Therapy for Postpartum Recovery
Women who complete pelvic floor therapy at Vital Physical Therapy often report:
Feeling stronger and more confident in their bodies
Relief from pain and leakage
Improved sexual function and comfort
Better posture and core control
A smoother return to fitness and daily life
Most importantly, they feel seen, supported, and understood, which makes all the difference in the postpartum experience.
You Deserve to Feel Like Yourself Again
Postpartum recovery is not just about surviving, it’s about thriving in your new season of life.
With the right support, you can rebuild strength, reduce discomfort, and restore balance to your body.
If you’re ready to begin your healing journey, consider working with Vital Physical Therapy, a women’s health physical therapy clinic in St. Charles, MO, specializing in postpartum care.
At Vital Physical Therapy, we help women in the St. Charles community feel confident and supported through every stage of postpartum recovery.
Whether you’re a few weeks or a few years postpartum, we’ll help you regain comfort, control, and confidence in your body.
👉 Ready to start your recovery? Book your $95 Postpartum Screen now!
