- Difficulty getting in/out of car or turning in bed
- Pain walking, on stairs, or standing
- Worry about tearing, bladder leaks, or ab separation
- Curious about pushing positions, perineal stretching
- Want to better understand and prepare their body
You don’t have to wait until after delivery to feel better.
In fact, working with a pelvic floor physio during pregnancy can help you prepare the body for birth, improve recovery, and reduce common discomforts that many write off as “just part of it.”
WHAT’S INCLUDED (PROGRAM OVERVIEW)
| Topic | Benefit |
|---|---|
| 🫁 Breathing Exercises | Calm nervous system, prepare for labor |
| 🧘 Pelvic Floor Strength & Relaxation | Train for both push and recovery |
| 🧍♀️ Pain Relief Exercises | Target low back and pelvic girdle pain |
| 🔄 Ab-Safe Core Work | Prevent or manage diastasis recti |
| 🤱 Perineal Stretching & Labor Positions | Reduce tearing risk, support optimal birth |
| 🚽 Bladder Prep | Learn what’s normal and how to support your bladder during & after |
About Me
I’m Madelaine, a pelvic floor physiotherapist with 10+ years of helping people feel more in control—of their bladder, their birth, and their body.
Your body is doing something amazing. Let’s make it easier.
FAQ's
What trimester is best to start?
Any trimester! I’ve seen clients 12 weeks pregnant up to 40 weeks pregnant! There is no too late or too early. What I would say is, if there are no symptoms or immediate concerns, you could wait till 20 weeks.
Do I need a referral?
I do not require a doctor’s referral to see you. The only time a doctor’s referral is necessary is, if your insurance company requires one. Please double check your insurance policy prior to booking as many insurance companies want the date of referral to be before treatment starts.
Do you take insurance?
While my services fall under Physiotherapy coverage. I do not do direct billing. All services must be pain in full at end of session. You will be provided an invoice to submit to your insurance company. Please check your insurance coverage prior to booking. Make sure you ask about what your yearly maximum is, how much they pay for assessments and treatments and if they cover 100%. This is to ensure you have no surprises with reimbursement.
What if I’m already in pain?
If you are experiencing pain already in your pregnancy, this is the perfect time to see me as we can often get you started with specific exercises right at your first visit.
Will this help with postpartum recovery?
Coming during pregnancy offers you the benefits of getting specific advice that is relevant for you. There is so much information out there about exercise, but which one’s are right for you? Learning the exercises during pregnancy gives you the benefit of knowing which exercises to start early postpartum. This means you can get started relatively early versus waiting till your 6 weeks postpartum to start! You also get to learn more about your body and how to support it in early recovery.