JUST HAD A BABY? HAD YOUR 6 WEEK CHECK UP WITH YOUR GP? HAD YOUR 6 WEEK CHECK UP WITH YOUR WOMEN’S HEALTH PHYSIOTHERAPIST? An ongoing study has found that 90 per cent of the participants of the study reported receiving no guidance from their physicians beyond “take it slow” when returning to exercise postpartum. Pushing yourself too hard post-baby increases the risk of urinary incontinence (which affects about 30 percent of new mums), painful intercourse (which affects up to 60 per cent of women in the first year post-birth), generalised pain, hernias, separated abdominal muscles (up to 60 per cent experience diastasis recti) or pelvic organ prolapse (when organs drop down into or out through the vagina). The first three months post-birth should be a time for healing and repair, both physically and mentally. Think of this time as rehab for your body, as a time to rebuild from the inside out. Concerned that you have one of the above mentioned symptoms then call or email reception today for more information. (03) 5976 4944 info@mpfp.net.au

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