Pelvic Floor Health

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Why You Need to Relax Your Pelvic Floor During Birth (and How to Do It)
There are lots of myths out there about pregnancy workouts and labor preparation. But I’m here to simplify things! I want to help you learn how to do the workouts you love during and after pregnancy, prepare your body for motherhood and postpartum, and find relief for pelvic floor tightness or weakness, and so much more. I’m all about building strength, but when you’re in a birthing suite, you actually don’t need a tighter, tensed-up pelvic floor. Instead, you’ll need to learn how to relax it as you give birth. Sounds counterintuitive? I get it! But I’m here to break it all down. Read more at www.drmaehughes.com
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10 Movements for your first 6 weeks postpartum
You do not have to wait until 6 weeks! Early movement postpartum helps to improve blood flow and oxygenation to your muscles which helps with healing. Not to mention, movement in general helps to improve mental health, reduce pain and boost your energy! Need more guidance in your postpartum recovery? Click for more from my Movement Through Early Postpartum program to reconnect, retrain and rebuild your pelvic floor and full body after a vaginal or cesarean delivery.
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How to Breathe Diaphragmatically from a Pelvic Floor Physical Therapist
A lack of proper diaphragmatic breathing can lead to pelvic floor over activity, rib flare, diastasis and other dysfunctions! For instance, if you only breathe into the front of your ribs and belly you might further exacerbate a diastasis! 🏆 The goal of diaphragmatic breathing is to expand your ribcage 360 as you inhale and lengthen your pelvic floor so it learns to gently accept pressure. This is why diaphragmatic breathing in a variety of positions is incorporated in both of my pregnancy and postpartum programs because it is the CORNERSTONE of optimal pelvic health 💙
How to stop peeing when you cough (or doing other normal activities)
Urinary incontinence is an unwelcome guest for many women. If you’re finding yourself leaking due to normal, everyday activities, here are some tips to keep things dry and under control. Check them out here www.drmaehughes.com/blog
How to stop peeing when you cough (or doing other normal activities)
Urinary incontinence is an unwelcome guest for many women. If you’re finding yourself leaking due to normal, everyday activities, here are some tips to keep things dry and under control. Check them out here www.drmaehughes.com/blog
How to Reduce Perineal Tearing During Labor
Giving birth is such a transformative and life-changing experience for so many women. I quite literally jump for joy when one of my patients or friends lets me know that they are expecting, and nearly 100% of the time, the first question they ask is “how can I prevent tearing?” The idea of tearing near anywhere can sound painful and scary, especially if you are a new mom. But it is important to note that perineal tearing is actually a common occurrence during childbirth, with 80-90% of women experiencing some degree of tearing during delivery. However, there are several ways to reduce the severity of perineal tearing, and I want you to be aware of these options so you can discuss them with your OBGYN or midwife. Click to download the guide www.drmaehughes.com
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Do the Miles Circuit with me at 39 weeks pregnant!
The Miles Circuit is one of the best tools to help get baby engaged in your pelvis and in an optimal position prior to birth! It can also be super helpful to perform during early labor to help things progress 🤰 Here’s the full circuit: - puppy pose for 30 minutes - left side-lying for 30 minutes - asymmetrical movement (such as a step up) for 30 minutes alternating sides Want to learn how to prepare your mind, body and pelvic floor for birth? Join our Movement Through Labor & Delivery program created by myself and certified nurse midwife @wellandworthyco 🖤 Learn more at the link in my bio!