Pregnancy &

Postpartum Care

Navigating pregnancy and postpartum is a transformative experience for your body and mind. Liberate Pelvic Health in Denver specializes in providing expert care tailored to your unique needs during and after pregnancy with the goal of supporting your overall and pelvic health, reducing discomfort, and empowering you to thrive through every stage.

Pregnancy Care

Pregnancy is a beautiful yet physically demanding journey. Your pelvic floor undergoes significant changes as it supports the weight of your growing baby and prepares for childbirth. Proper pelvic health care can make a world of difference in how you feel during pregnancy.

The Importance Of Pelvic Health During Pregnancy

Maintaining pelvic health during pregnancy can:

  • Reduce back, hip, and pelvic pain

  • Minimize the risk of urinary incontinence

  • Improve posture and alignment

  • Enhance your ability to push effectively during delivery

  • Support a smoother recovery postpartum

Pelvic health care during pregnancy isn’t just about managing discomfort—it’s about preparing your body for one of the most significant moments of your life.

Pregnancy Care Services We Offer

Our pregnancy-focused services include:

  • Pelvic floor muscle assessments

  • Prenatal exercises to strengthen and relax your pelvic floor

  • Manual therapy for pain relief and alignment

  • Education on body mechanics and safe movement

  • Strategies for reducing strain during pregnancy

What To Expect

Your first session includes a detailed discussion of your pregnancy journey, physical symptoms, and goals. We’ll assess your pelvic floor function and design a customized care plan to keep you comfortable and prepared for childbirth. Each session focuses on your well-being and helps you feel your best as your body changes.

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Postpartum Care

The postpartum period, or the “fourth trimester,” is a critical time for recovery and healing. Your body has been through incredible changes, and addressing your pelvic health can help you regain strength, reduce pain, and restore confidence.

The Importance Of Postpartum Pelvic Health

Postpartum pelvic health care can help with:

  • Recovery from vaginal or C-section delivery

  • Healing pelvic floor muscles and addressing weakness

  • Reducing urinary or bowel incontinence

  • Managing pain or discomfort in the pelvic region

  • Improving overall core strength and stability

  • Pelvic Organ Prolapse such as uterine prolapse, cystocele, or rectocele can often feel like heaviness with bearing down, extended standing, or after penetration.

Hollistic Postpartum Care Services

Postpartum services at Liberate Pelvic Health are designed to support your healing after having a baby. Strategies to address your goals include:

  • Guidance for safe return to exercise and daily activities

  • Manual therapy for scar tissue and pain relief

  • Pelvic floor muscle assessment and retraining

  • Bowel and bladder functional rehabilitation

  • Diastasis recti functional evaluation and management

  • Education and holistic therapy for safely returning to sexual participation

  • Education on postpartum body care

  • Activity analysis and training to reduce pain and improve activity tolerance

What To Expect

Your postpartum care begins with an evaluation of your pelvic health, muscle function, and recovery progress. Then we will work together to tailor a treatment plan that addresses your specific concerns, whether you’re weeks or months postpartum, to help you rebuild strength, restore balance, and feel confident in your body’s abilities.

FAQs About Pregnancy & Postpartum Care

Q: When should I start pelvic floor therapy during pregnancy?
A: You can begin therapy at any stage of pregnancy to manage symptoms, prepare for childbirth, and ensure optimal pelvic health.

Q: How soon can I start postpartum pelvic floor therapy?
A: Pelvic floor therapy is generally recommended to start once cleared by your birthing healthcare provider after the 6-week postpartum check up visit. Pelvic floor therapy can also be helpful to address more acute issues such as abdominal pressure management for bed and in-home mobility following a C-section birth or acute toileting concerns that can arise in those first few weeks after giving birth.

Q: Is pelvic floor therapy safe during pregnancy?
A: Absolutely. Liberate Pelvic Health utilizes gentle, safe techniques tailored to your stage of pregnancy.

Q: Do I need a referral for therapy?
A: In most private pay cases, no referral is needed in Colorado. For processing through Medicaid, a prescribing provider will need to sign off on an initial referral in order to process through insurance. Feel free to reach out to explore your specific circumstances.