Durham Pelvic Health Physiotherapy
1533 Dundas St. E L1N2K6

Advice for now and most days: Love yourself first and everything falls into line. Lucille Ball... Pillow avail from The Art of Home

A key takeaway from this article: "You need a professional to assess the damage and tailor a recovery program just for you." #pelvicfloorphysio #pelvichealth #canrunagain #takebackyourhealth

Doctors might give the ok to exercise 4-6 weeks postpartum, but sometimes you don't know where to start. Sometimes you think you don't need abs, but it's more about stability after baby. I found this wonderful page and site Mama on the Mend! Along with Seek to Find LLC there are some great stretches and focuses on you - MAMA! Mama on the Mend has this page - https://mamaonthemend.com//4-postpartum-poses-to-ease-back ...showing some poses from Seek to Find LLC ... ...BUT ** . , - . . **’ ( ) . Pose #4: Modified marching to regain control of our core What is this pose good for? It’s a gentle way to regain core strength in a very manageable manner. It strengthens the inner unit and helps to regain strength in a quality way. The inner unit controls lumbopelvic stability (the relationship between your lumbar spine and pelvis). How do we know we’re engaging the pelvic floor muscles properly when doing this exercise? When your inner unit is engaged, your abs are drawing in causing your waist to shrink rather than pooching outward. To engage your inner unit, engage your pelvic floor and draw your navel into your spine.

We wish you all a merry holiday that includes some rest and care #christmas #family #momlife #care #holidayseason . Repost from Health... Caring for yourself is extra important right now #selfcarefirst (: @simply Sophie designs) See more

A good stretch can clear your mind - take some time today! #stretch #flexible #hips #yoga #momlife

Getting even just 30 min less than we need a night creates a sleep deficit that negatively affects our health. And sleeping in on the weekends to make up for it, doesn’t help. Here are 8 ways that sleep is critical to our health! #sleepseries #sleepwell #8waystobettersleep

Sleep SERIES Blog - Getting a good night’s sleep seems so elusive sometimes doesn’t it? The reality is, that you need to start to prepare for your Zzzzz’s during the day in order to be successful drifting off to dreamland at night. Read our blog for 12 tips on how to rest easier! #sleep #covidsleep #mentalhealth #sleepmatters ... https://durhampelvichealth.ca/12-tips-for-a-better-sleep-t/

The new current restrictions do not directly impact the ability of our staff of Physiotherapy to provide healthcare services so during the lockdown we will remain open. Regulated health professionals are deemed essential services. Virtual Physiotherapy is also still an option. We will continue to monitor the COVID-19 regional public health measures and restrictions in our area.... #covidlockdown #physiotherapy #essentialservice

Great notebooks to write more things down this year!

Read to learn how stress, worry and anxiety affect pelvic pain. Manage your stress and improve pelvic pain! https://durhampelvichealth.ca/stress-worry-anxiety-and-pel/

Dad's mental health matters too!

Discussing pelvic floor strengthening and our core with a great group - thanks for having me Mommy Connections Durham

We can help you get ready for ! We want you to be empowered at your baby’s birth, so ask us all the questions in our safe-space and we will provide the guidance and knowledge . . #baby #pregnancy #healthypregnancy #labouranddelivery #momlife #safespace #questions #virtualappointments

There is so much that can be done to ease the discomfort associated with vaginal dryness. We at Durham Pelvic Health love the Olive & Bee product as a vaginal moisturizer. This Intimate Cream was developed by Australian Pelvic Physiotherapist, Claire Osterstock, who is passionate about pelvic health. And guess what? We keep it on stock at the clinic! Pop in to pick some up! https://durhampelvichealth.ca/do-i-need-a-personal-lubrica/

Wishing you all the Thanksgiving blessings . #thanksgiving #blessed #family #smallthings #thankful

A sports bra AND nursing bra?! Yes please - You can work it out and fill them up in a stylish-multi-purpose way! Good American brand

It can be lonely at times, feeling like it’s all on you - but it’s all about activities! Put your baby in the stoller and head outside to clear your head when baby is sleeping, call or text a friend (leave the laundry) when you’re feeding your baby, listen to a podcast/watch a fave show. Give yourself some time, eat healthy and keep being active! You’ve got this . #worldmentalhealthday #postpartum #afterbaby #momlife #moveformentalhealth

Everyone is different, everyone heals differently, and everyone has different priorities ...so your recovery after-baby should be different too. It should be all YOU - how you want to get back to your normal. Sometimes you need help, and thats ok - it really does take a village for Moms . #momlife #pelvicfloor #baby #postpartumbody #core #weightloss #feelinggood #begoodtoyourself .... . Repost from @tiamowry See more

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I just had to document our first day back to class Today was my first in person teaching experience in over 6 months, it felt great to be back (and not too di...fferent from the online classes) Normally we would be winding down our outdoor stroller strength programs, not starting them up! This year has been far from the typical experience but I am still rolling with it, and glad you are all along for the ride! Whatever your fall plans are, I hope that the first days and weeks go by smoothly. #jointhemotherhood #fitmomdurham

We can help you get ready for ! We want you to be empowered at your babys birth, so ask us all the questions in our safe-space and we will provide the guidance and knowledge . . #baby #pregnancy #healthypregnancy #labouranddelivery #momlife #safespace #questions #virtualappointments

We can help with many things that seem like theyre ok or normal .... for example urinary incontinence. Yes peeing a little or a lot as you get older or after a baby. This is not something you have to deal with forever! We can help with things after baby too! Book an online consultation to chat about it or other concerns - no question is off the table; safe space! https://durhampelvichealth.ca/help-for-urinary-incontinence/ #pelvichealth #pelvicfloor #incontinence #baby #pregnancy #healthypregnancy #labouranddelivery #momlife #safespace #questions #virtualappointments #peeinglaughing

Dads can use help too! What a great program!

We see you mamas, and we know xo

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Its OK ... sending love to everyone today Positively Present

Sending love and strength always mamas - take care of you too xo . . Repost from Motherly ... Visit their site for their favorite tried + true breastfeeding products on the Motherly Shop. See more

Today I was on Instagram with Along The Way - Doula Services and chatted about pelvic health and sex pre-baby and post-baby! Such a great chat! Head to @alongthewaydoula on Insta for the full video! . #pelvicfloor #pelvichealth #momlife #sex #prebabysex #postpartumsex #bowel #constipation #incontinence .... . Repost from @alongthewaydoula Got questions about having sex during or post pregnancy? Ana answers our questions in this live chat! See more

Hi friends! I hope youll join me along with Along The Way - Doula Services on Instagram this Thursday at 11am EST to chat and ask questions about your overall pelvic health and sex before and after baby! Its going to be great

Lets talk sex - Thursday @ 11am EST.... Postpartum sex, before-baby sex, pregnant sex...I chat with Along The Way - Doula Services about what is the normal, what shouldnt happen, and why you should do what feels right for you ...and M O R E! #sex #postpartum #postpartumbody #sexafterbaby #momlife #parenting #sexafterkids #intimacy

Lotsa good stuff on the page - good reminders - things to do now or plan to going forward . . #selflove #benice #kindness #sendinglove #livelonger #healthylifestyle #therapyforgood #youcansayno #simplethings... . Good Housekeeping #july/aug2020

But remember, fed is best :) sending love to all the mamas xo #momlife #strong #babylove

Lets pack in a bit more summertime! What is on your list?!

We offer a safe space, full of helpful information, so you can ask your questions! Pelvic health, bowel issues, incontinence, postpartum and prenatal topics are all sensitive subjects, but your health is our priority! Lets tackle the issue together xo . . #pelvicfloordysfunction #pelvicpain #health #MomLife #constipation #incontinence #pelvicfloor #pelvicfloorphysicaltherapy #bowelissues #kidshealth #menshealth #prostate #safespace #whitbymoms

What a great kit! Very thorough! Could make a wonderful gift for a mom-to-be!

Summer is just modified!

Come by and check out our new space!

At Durham Pelvic Health Physiotherapy, Ana and Kate offer compassionate and respectful care to men and women of all ages. We discuss what brings you in for therapy, educate you about how your body works and then discuss various treatment options. Our focus is solving pelvic health issues relating to incontinence, persistent pelvic pain including endometriosis or interstitial cystitis; pregnancy and post-partum; painful intercourse; pelvic organ prolapse; pre- and post-surgical hysterectomies and prostatectomies, menopause and pelvic rehabilitation. This is a safe space, no question is off the table. We hope to see you in our new space - 1533 Dundas Street East, Whitby ON

Join me with Along The Way - Doula Services today at 11am EST to talk pelvic health, postpartum body and #momlife! . #postpartumbody #pelvicfloor #pelvicfloorphysicaltherapy #women #menspelvicfloorhealth