Pelvic Physio Zoe

29/04/2026

Let’s talk about perineal massage. This is an old video that I come back to all the time!

Not exactly a glamorous topic but certainly an important one. Lots of things you read about in the pregnancy/ postnatal space aren’t evidence-based…think raspberry leaf tea! But perineal massage has real evidence behind it and is recommended by the WHO, NICE and RCOG.

It helps with tissue flexibility, gets you used to the sensation of stretch and can reduce the risk of more severe tearing.

If it feels right for you, it can be a really useful tool.

Did you do perineal massage? Did it work for you? 👇🏻

Much more on this this week in my Strong through Pregnancy newsletter…sign up now via the link in my bio!

25/02/2026

Checklist: signs your pelvic floor needs support in pregnancy or after birth.

These symptoms are incredibly common but often ignored.

Your pelvic floor goes through huge changes during pregnancy and delivery. It’s completely normal for it to need support, retraining and time.

The good news is that it responds really well to the right exercises.

Not sure what those are?

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11/02/2026

I can’t believe I’ve never done a “squeeze-along” before!

So here it is — a little moment to do your pelvic floor with me instead of being told to “remember later.”

Did you manage to join in?

27/01/2026

✨We use acupuncture for a wide range of conditions:

✔️ Pregnancy-related pelvic girdle pain
✔️ Low back pain
✔️ Overactive bladder
✔️ Pelvic pain
✔️ Vulvodynia
… and many more.

and I have just completed the AACP (Acupuncture Association of Chartered Physiotherapists) conversion course, refreshing our knowledge on:
🧠 How acupuncture works
📍 Precise anatomy of acupuncture points
🪡 Safe and effective needling practice (with observed assessments)

I’ve also completed additional specialist training in Acupuncture for Pregnancy.

If you’d like to know whether acupuncture could help with your symptoms, feel free to message us or ask at your next appointment.

EvidenceBasedCare AACP

21/01/2026

Grateful for this lovely client feedback 🤍

Too many menopausal women put up with pelvic floor issues for years due to embarrassment or believing it’s normal.

You don’t have to accept this as your new normal.

19/11/2025

I’ve been seeing a lot of pregnant women in clinic recently who aren’t sure when it’s safe to start exercising or what counts as OK in pregnancy. So here’s a clear guide to help.

The UK Chief Medical Officers recommend that pregnant women with no contraindications aim for:

✨ 150 minutes of moderate activity per week, and
✨ Strength training at least 2 days per week

—and you can begin as early as the first trimester if you feel up to it.

If you’re new to exercise, start with:
• walking
• mobility and pelvic floor connection
• light resistance (bands/bodyweight)
Small, consistent sessions make a big difference.

If you’re already active (runner, lifter, CrossFitter), you can normally continue your training with a few adjustments:
• avoid max effort work
• monitor symptoms (heaviness, pain, leaking, doming)
• scale load and impact as pregnancy progresses
• prioritise breath, control and recovery

Contraindications to exercise include:
• placenta praevia after 28 weeks
• pre-eclampsia
• severe anaemia
• ruptured membranes
Always check with your midwife or doctor if you're unsure.

The aim is safe, sensible movement that supports you in pregnancy and sets you up well for recovery. All movement counts! ✨

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Reference: UK Chief Medical Officers’ Physical Activity Guidelines 2019 (gov.uk)

19/11/2025

Any of my followers fancy some free scar therapy?

Free scar therapy for London mums! We have a space available on Tuesday 9/12/25...do you know someone who could benefit?

Book here https://restorescartherapy.com/free-treatment/ or contact us contact@restoretherapy.co.uk

24/01/2025

What can I do to my scar to ensure the best outcome?

This is one of the main things that women want to know when I see them for postnatal checks (aka ). 42% of births in 23/24 were via C section with about half being planned and half being emergencies. If you’ve never had an operation before it is very difficult to know what is a ‘normal’ scar for you and how to treat it.

Most scars benefit from being moisturised and lightly massaged (once the wound has fully closed and scabs are off) to ensure full mobility and restored sensation.

Some scars need particular treatments. For example, a red raised scar needs different treatment to a sunken, tethered scar. Firm massage can aggravate hypertrophic scars while others really benefit from massage to free them.

Along with being a practitioner I am a Restore Scar Therapy practitioner, which means I have had specialist scar training. Scar therapy appointments include a full assessment of your scar, including sensation, mobility and appearance. Treatment involves scar massage using techniques and teaching you home treatments, plus advice on scar products that may help (e.g. silicone sheeting).

Comment below or dm if you have any questions!

18/11/2024

One of my most watched YouTube videos is my

It’s some of my favourite and exercises, smooshed together with some great birth preparation exercises.

Check it out for an ‘in between class’.

Pilates for Pregnancy classes are back TOMORROW in Epping.

Booking link in my stories or DM me if you have any questions.
birthwisdom .yoga

01/11/2024

Absolutely love this place…try it, you won’t regret it!

26/10/2024

24/01/2024

Abdominal rehab (shared with consent).

This lovely client was referred to me by her personal trainer for abdominal rehabilitation following her mini tummy tuck. She had had this procedure for loose skin following the births of 3 big babies.

Whilst my lady was happy with the outcome of the surgery for her lower abdomen, she still felt that her upper abdomen (which had not been surgically treated) domed when she was exercising and bloated during her period and after eating.

On assessment her upper abdominal wall was mildly distended in standing (first photo on left). Inter-recti distance was 1 finger above her umbilicus and there was no gap at all below her umbilicus. Her linea alba tension was very firm below her umbilicus but softer above it. Doing a dead bug exercise caused a wide ‘dome’ shape down the centre of her abdomen, where she was losing pressure through her weakened linea alba.

Treatment has involved monthly sessions with me and weekly sessions with , plus daily home exercises by this very motivated lady. We have worked progressively at exercises that cause borderline soft doming, and gradually increased their difficulty as her control and strength have improved. I have also treated her with soft tissue work and scar therapy and Morgan has worked on developing upper and lower body strength through resistance training.

Check out her incredible progress in 3 months!