02/25/2026
Early postpartum isn’t the time to “bounce back.” It’s the time to rebuild forward.
Here are the Top 3 things pelvic floor PTs recommend early postpartum (that actually make a difference):
1) Prioritize pressure management
Your core + pelvic floor are healing.
That means learning how to breathe + move without bearing down—especially with:
• getting out of bed
• lifting baby + carseat
• stairs
• coughing/sneezing
2) Walk… but don’t worship walking
Walking is great. But if your symptoms increase (heaviness, leaking, pain), it’s a sign your body needs more support + slower progression.
3) Get assessed early (even if you had a “normal delivery”)
Because “normal” doesn’t always mean:
✔️ your pelvic floor is coordinated
✔️ your core is functioning well
✔️ your symptoms will resolve on their own
You deserve more than “just do Kegels.”
You deserve a plan.
If you’re early postpartum and experiencing leaking, heaviness, pain, pressure, or just don’t feel like yourself… pelvic floor PT can help.