Is pelvic floor PT safe during pregnancy?

Yes. Care is tailored to your trimester and symptoms. We use gentle, evidence-based techniques and avoid contraindications.

Do I need a referral?

Every state is different, but the short answer is no—you can start with us without a referral. Georgia: By state law, we can begin care without one. After 21 days or 8 visits from the start of your plan of care, we’ll obtain a provider referral if needed (this is a GA rule—not an insurance rule). We handle the coordination for you. Colorado: No referral is required to start or continue care under state law. If your insurance asks for one, we’ll help you get it.

Anytime. If you’re ready, we’re ready. Internal pelvic floor assessment is only considered from the second trimester onward and always with your consent.

Will you do an internal exam?

Only if appropriate and with your consent. We start with external options; an internal exam can be very helpful to tailor your plan of care.

Can PT help me prepare for birth and minimize tearing?

Yes—perineal preparation education, pushing positions and breathing strategies, pelvic floor relaxation skills, and partner coaching can all help.

Do you take insurance / HSA/FSA?

We’re cash-based, provide superbills for out-of-network submission, and accept HSA/FSA for eligible services.

Do I have to wait until 6 weeks postpartum?

Not always. We can start with education, positioning, breathing, and scar care right away. Once you’re medically cleared, we can do a full pelvic floor exam and progress exercise as indicated.

I had a C-section — do I still need pelvic floor PT?

Yes. Pregnancy affects your pelvic floor and core no matter the mode of delivery. Scar tissue, tightness, and changes in how your core fires can all show up after a C-section — pelvic floor PT helps improve scar mobility, restore core support, and get you back to lifting and exercise safely and comfortably.

Is leaking after birth normal?

It’s common, but you don’t have to live with it. Leaking is your body asking for more support or coordination — PT addresses that.

Do I need a referral?

Georgia: You can start with us without a referral. After 21 days or 8 visits, GA law requires us to have one, but we’ll help you get it. Colorado: No referral is required to start or continue care. If your insurance asks for one for reimbursement, we’ll help you get it.

Do you take insurance / HSA/FSA?

We’re out-of-network and provide a superbill you can submit for potential reimbursement. HSA/FSA is accepted for eligible services.

Is it too late to start if I’m 6 months… 1 year… even 5+ years postpartum?

No. It is never “too late” for pelvic floor PT. We regularly see women months, years, and even a decade after birth for leaking, prolapse symptoms, painful sex, or core weakness. Your body can still learn better strategies, build strength, and feel more supported.

Postpartum Pelvic Floor Physical Therapy

One-on-one, DPT-led care to help you heal after birth, stop leaking, ease pain, support your core, and return to movement with confidence.

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Is This You?

Vaginal heaviness/pressure or prolapse symptoms

Leaking with coughing, laughing, or workouts since having baby
C-section scar tightness, pulling, or numbness
Pain with intercourse after delivery
Diastasis recti/ab separation or feeling like your core isn’t “on”
Tailbone, hip, or low-back pain from pregnancy/postpartum
Unsure what exercises are safe right now
Wanting a professional postpartum check to make sure you’re healing well

You don’t have to wait it out or guess. Postpartum pelvic floor PT helps you understand what’s normal, what’s common-but-treatable, and how to get back to the things you love.

How We Treat After Birth

Pelvic floor coordination and strength (not just Kegels)

Downtraining/relaxation if the pelvic floor is actually too tight
C-section scar mobilization
Perineal scar mobilization
Diastasis recti assessment and safe core progressions
Breath + pressure management so your core and pelvic floor work together
Strategies for lifting baby, car seats, and strollers without flaring symptoms
Gradual return-to-impact programs for runners and athletes
Education you can actually use in mom-life

Vaginal delivery: we can help with tearing recovery, pelvic pressure, leaking, and returning to sex comfortably.

C-section: we address scar mobility, core support, posture from feeding/holding, and rebuilding strength.

Also see: Pelvic Floor Physical Therapy · Pregnancy Pelvic Floor PT

What to Expect at Your First Visit

Private, 1:1 evaluation — we look at posture, breath/pressure strategy, core, hips, and (with your consent) your pelvic floor. We factor in your birth story (vaginal or C-section), tearing, and how old baby is.
Relief today — gentle hands-on work, scar care strategies, and 1–2 targeted exercises you can start right away (even in the newborn phase).
Your postpartum plan — visit frequency, realistic home program, and milestones for returning to lifting, running, Pilates, or intimacy.

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FAQs

Not always. We can start with education, positioning, breathing, and scar care right away. Once you’re medically cleared, we can do a full pelvic floor exam and progress exercise as indicated.
Yes. Pregnancy affects your pelvic floor and core no matter the mode of delivery. Scar tissue, tightness, and changes in how your core fires can all show up after a C-section — pelvic floor PT helps improve scar mobility, restore core support, and get you back to lifting and exercise safely and comfortably.
It’s common, but you don’t have to live with it. Leaking is your body asking for more support or coordination — PT addresses that.
Georgia: You can start with us without a referral. After 21 days or 8 visits, GA law requires us to have one, but we’ll help you get it.
Colorado: No referral is required to start or continue care. If your insurance asks for one for reimbursement, we’ll help you get it.
We’re out-of-network and provide a superbill you can submit for potential reimbursement. HSA/FSA is accepted for eligible services.
No. It is never “too late” for pelvic floor PT. We regularly see women months, years, and even a decade after birth for leaking, prolapse symptoms, painful sex, or core weakness. Your body can still learn better strategies, build strength, and feel more supported.