Maternity to Menopause

Maternity to Menopause Specialist Physiotherapy for Women’s Health
Pregnancy | Postnatal | Menopause
Mummy MOT| Pilates| Menopause MOT
Susie Rasul, HCPC Registered Physio

Maternity to Menopause is a service for women for all stages of womanhood. Susie is a Pelvic health and Musculoskeletal Physiotherapist, Pilates Instructor, Mummy MOT pracitioner and Certified Womens Life coach

Susie runs Pilates classes for pregnancy, post natal as well as womens only classes.


1:1 Physiotherapy assessment and treatments at Susie’s
Home clinic in Heaton Mersey SK4


Pelvic he

alth assessment and treatment 1 hour £68
Pelvic health follow up 30 minutes £42
Mummy MOT 1 hour postnatal assessment £85
Pregnancy therapeutic massage 1 hour £55
Pregnancy therapeutic massage 30 mins £35
Therapeutic massage 1 hour £55
Physiotherapy musculoskeletal appointment 1 hour £55
Physiotherapy follow up appointment 30 minutes £35
Menopause MOT 1hour £85

Coaching programmes available -book a free 30 min vision call to discuss options
www.maternitytomenopause.com

Pilates Classes Programme

Antenatal Pilates
Mondays 19:00-19:55 St. John’s Primary School, Heaton Mersey SK4 3DG

These classes are suitable after your 12 week scan and following a health screen with Susie. These classes consist of a short chat at the start of the class with a different topic each week and a chance to chat to other mums, a matwork pilates class, pelvic floor exercises and relaxation. For face to face classes you will need a mat and pillow

Postnatal Pilates and beyond class
Mondays 20:05-21:00 St John’s primary School, Heaton Mersey
These classes are suitable after your 6 weeks Postnatal GP check. Booking is essential. You will need to complete a health screen prior to the class. and a 30 min Pilates assessment either face to face or virtual. You will need a mat, head cushion / towel. Daytime Postnatal Class- babies welcome until crawling. Suitable from 8 weeks postpartum

Wednesdays The Heatons Centre, Heaton Moor next to the library SK4
10:30-11:30 Postnatal Pilates
11:30-12:00 a brew and a chat after class

1:00- 2:00 Postnatal Pilates
2:00-2:30 a brew and chat after class

Thursdays St. John’s Primary School, Heaton Mersey SK4 3DGWomen only Sunrise Pilates Class
6:30- 7:25 am Womens Only Pilates


Pre booking is essential. Susie Rasul is a Chartered Physiotherapist with over 20 years experience in both the NHS and private sector. She has completed a post graduate Diploma in Manual Therapy and works as both a Musculoskeletal and Pelvic Health Physiotherapist. She is a physiotherapist and Pilates Instructor and has taught pilates since 2003. She is a certified Mummy MOT practitioner and is a certifed Womens Life Coach. Susie is a mum of 2 children and understands the physical demands of raising children not to mention the emotional demands!!!

11/05/2026

This month marks 10 years since I started my business, which honestly feels quite emotional to say out loud

Back in 2016, my business was called “Mummies Matter.” My daughter had just turned one, my son was four and a half, and life felt very busy and full. I started with just two Pilates classes a week and some weeks I would turn up to teach two people… but I just kept going and trusted it would grow.

Alongside working part-time in the NHS and later at a local private hospital, I slowly built more classes, trained in pelvic health, became a Mummy MOT practitioner, moved my classes online during lockdown, and eventually took the leap into full self-employment.

A few years ago, I rebranded to “Maternity to Menopause” because as I’ve grown older myself, I realised there was so much more I could offer women beyond those early new mum years. My business evolved as I evolved too.

There have been highs, failures, huge learning curves, and far more tech than I ever imagined 😂 but through all of it, I’ve genuinely loved what I do.

And mostly I just want to say thank you to every woman who has supported my business in any way over the last 10 years. I never take that support or trust for granted

Ps Just realised I said I was 9 months pregnant when I did my Pilates training 🙈 I meant postpartum after having my daughter! Clearly multitasking mum brain still makes an appearance 10 years later 😂

Sometimes as women we just keep going and put up with things because we think it’s “normal” after having a baby.Today I ...
07/05/2026

Sometimes as women we just keep going and put up with things because we think it’s “normal” after having a baby.

Today I received some really lovely feedback after a Mummy MOT and it was such a reminder of why I love this work so much.

A Mummy MOT is about so much more than just checking your pelvic floor or tummy muscles. It’s a chance to properly pause, talk about how your body is feeling, look at strength, recovery, posture, movement and any aches, pains or worries you may have after pregnancy and birth.

So many mums leave saying things like
“I thought that was just something I had to live with.”

You don’t have to just put up with leaking, heaviness, back pain, weakness or feeling disconnected from your body.

And sometimes the biggest thing is simply feeling listened to and reassured again.

Thank you to the lovely client who shared such kind feedback with me today. It genuinely means a lot.

If you’ve been thinking about booking a Mummy MOT but keep putting yourself to the bottom of the list, this is your reminder that your recovery matters too.

29/04/2026

Wednesdays are Pilates days 💗

My Wednesdays start with movement and lovely women.

9:15 Women’s Wellness Pilates — a welcoming class suitable for beginners to intermediate, focused on helping you stretch, move, feel stronger in your body and build confidence.

10:30 Postnatal Pilates — bring your baby along to lie next to you on a mat while you take some time to move and reconnect with your body. Suitable from 6–8 weeks postpartum (pending health screen).

Both classes are physio-led, so you’re supported with guidance as you exercise, whether you’re easing back into movement, building strength, or simply wanting to feel better in your body.

I love these classes because they’re about more than exercise — they’re about support, community and taking a little time for you.

Pay-as-you-go and class pass available.
Message me if you’d like details or a space ✨

HeatonMoor MoveFeelStronger

28/04/2026

Tuesday check-in ☀️
It’s been a good day.

I’ve seen two mums with toddlers today with back pain and honestly, carrying little ones is physical. So often I see one-sided (or “uni”) back pain linked with the way we carry, lift and hold babies, and it can be related to buttock weakness as well as muscle stiffness and tightness. Treatment is often a combination of hands-on treatment alongside exercises to stretch and strengthen.

I also did a Mummy MOT today including pelvic floor and abdominal assessment, looking at balance and strength, and giving some guided advice around returning to exercise with confidence.

And in between work, I got to have a coffee and hold my friend’s baby, which was lovely 💗 Plus hearing news of new babies arriving from women in my pregnancy Pilates classes always makes me smile.

The sun is shining, there’s that spring feeling in the air… and today feels like a good day.

If you’re navigating aches, recovery after birth, or wondering where to start with exercise again, I’m always happy to chat.

27/04/2026

Pregnancy Pilates on Monday evenings 💗
A lovely way to keep moving in pregnancy, build confidence in your changing body, and take an hour for you.

My classes are Mondays 7:00–7:55pm in St John’s Primary School (SK4 3DG), suitable from 12 weeks of pregnancy.

Each class includes matwork Pilates, different equipment, physio-led exercise, tips and advice from me as a physiotherapist, plus partner work and time to connect with other mums-to-be. It’s not just exercise — it’s support, preparation and community too.

If you’re pregnant and looking for a friendly, welcoming class in Heaton Mersey, you’d be very welcome to join us.
Message me if you’d like details or to book a space.

I’m Susie — a physiotherapist working with women from pregnancy right through to menopause.I run my clinic from home loc...
23/04/2026

I’m Susie — a physiotherapist working with women from pregnancy right through to menopause.

I run my clinic from home locally in Heaton Mersey and also teach classes in Heaton Moor. My work is really about helping women feel more comfortable, confident and supported in their bodies - whether that’s during pregnancy, postnatal recovery, or later in midlife.

A few of the things I offer:
• Pregnancy physio (including treatment lying on your front using a pregnancy pillow — always a favourite!)
• Mummy MOT postnatal checks
• Postnatal classes where you can bring your baby
• Pelvic health + musculoskeletal physio
• Menopause MOT
• Women’s Wellness Pilates (Weds mornings in Heaton Moor)

This year is actually 10 years in business for me, which feels a bit surreal… and I’m honestly just really grateful to all the women I’ve worked with over the years ❤️

If you’ve been thinking about getting support or joining a class, feel free to message me, always happy to chat.

Susie x

17/04/2026

Such a lovely week this week

The kids being back at school has brought a bit of normality again… and I’ve been busy at home in clinic too.

I’ve seen lots of pregnancy clients this week and my pregnancy pillow has been very popular -being able to lie comfortably face down is always a bit of a game changer (and such a relief for them!).

It’s also been really nice seeing my Women’s Wellness class - we’re about 6–8 weeks in now and you can just see the difference. The women look stronger, but more than that, they’re starting to feel more confident in their bodies too… which is exactly what it’s all about.

I’ve got a few spaces in my Pregnancy Pilates class on Monday evenings if anyone’s been thinking about joining

And for me, getting to the gym this week has made such a difference - it always helps me feel more energised and just better in myself.

Have a lovely weekend

14/04/2026

Last night in my pregnancy Pilates class we were talking about preparing for birth this month, and it’s C-section awareness month.

We spoke about how it can be helpful to think about this as a possibility, even if it’s not on your birth plan. For some women it is part of the plan, and for others they’re preparing for a vaginal birth — but things don’t always go exactly how we expect.

If you’ve at least allowed your brain to go there and explored it a little, it can help you feel like you still have choices. It can feel less like something happening to you and more like something you’re part of.

I often point women towards The Positive Birth Book as a really helpful place to start exploring those options.

And from what I see afterwards in my Mummy MOTs, that can make a difference.

When it hasn’t been thought about at all and wasn’t what someone wanted, it can sometimes feel harder to process… and even to connect with their scar and their body afterwards.

It’s not about expecting it.Just about being a bit more prepared and informed

10/04/2026

Pregnancy Pilates
Mondays 7:00–7:55pm | Heaton Mersey

A chance to move your body,
meet other mums-to-be,
and feel supported through your pregnancy.

Led by a physio
✨ gentle strength
✨ pelvic floor guidance
✨ space to connect

Suitable from 12+ weeks

A few spaces available - message me to join

Susie

This is something that comes up in so many of my sessions.Women often arrive feeling unsure, sometimes a bit embarrassed...
09/04/2026

This is something that comes up in so many of my sessions.

Women often arrive feeling unsure, sometimes a bit embarrassed, and not quite knowing if what they’re experiencing is normal or something they should be concerned about.

And the truth is, a lot of it has never been properly explained.

Pelvic health isn’t just about doing Kegels or remembering to “switch things on.” It’s about how your body works as a whole, how your pelvic floor responds to movement, breath and load, and how that changes across different stages of life.

Symptoms like leaking, heaviness or discomfort are common, but they’re not something you just have to live with or work around.

What I see all the time is women trying to do the right thing, but without really knowing if they’re doing it in a way that’s actually helping.

This applies whether you’re pregnant, postnatal or moving through menopause. Your body is changing, and the way you support it needs to change too.

If this is something you’ve been wondering about, you’re not on your own, and it’s something that can be supported.

Susie

02/04/2026

Signing off for a little Easter break 🌿

It’s been a busy week in clinic, seeing such a mix of everything… pelvic health, shoulders, knees, elbows, low back pain, pregnancy clients - a real reminder of how varied this work is, and how much I genuinely love that about it.

No two days ever look the same, and I wouldn’t have it any other way.

Classes have been fun this week too. We ended up with a very Easter-themed feel… lots of talk about chocolate, hot cross buns, and I’m pretty sure I encouraged everyone to go and enjoy both 😄

Sometimes it’s about balance, not restriction.

There are no classes next week, and I’m back in clinic next Friday, but for now I’m taking some time off with family, slowing things down a little and soaking it all in.

Whatever your plans look like, I hope you get a bit of time to rest, reset, and enjoy the people around you.

And yes… eat the chocolate 🍫

Susie

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Heaton Mersey SK4
Stockport
SK43BR

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Monday 7pm - 9pm
Tuesday 9am - 7pm
Wednesday 9:30am - 5pm
Thursday 9:30am - 5pm
Friday 9am - 3pm

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