Postpartum Recovery & Return to Activity

Recovery Doesn’t Stop at Your Six-Week Checkup

Bringing a baby into the world is a massive physical transition. While your 6-week medical check is a milestone, it is often just the beginning of your recovery journey.

At NOLA Pelvic Health we believe postpartum care should be proactive, not just reactive. Whether you gave birth 6 weeks ago or 6 decades ago, we help postpartum individuals rebuild strength, confidence, and capacity in a way that respects healing and supports long-term movement goals!

How We Support Your Postpartum Healing

Pregnancy and birth affect the entire system — the pelvic floor, abdominal wall, hips, and core. Our specialized physical therapy helps you:

  • Rebuild Core Strength: Safely address Diastasis Recti and core weakness.

  • Restore Coordination: Improve muscle endurance and pelvic floor function.

  • Release Tension: Treat scar tissue and muscle tightness that can cause discomfort.

  • Return to Activity: Get back to running, lifting, pilates, or HIIT with a plan that respects your healing timeline.

Common Reasons People Come to Us

Many folks are told that certain symptoms are “just part of having a baby”. We are here to tell you that while these symptoms are common, they are not normal, and they are treatable!

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NOLA Pelvic Health physical therapists provide expert care for a variety of postpartum related pelvic health conditions regardless of how long it has been since giving birth.