Pelvic Floor 101: What Every Pregnant Woman Needs to Know

Send us Fan Mail (https://www.buzzsprout.com/1346374/fa...) Pregnancy changes your body in powerful ways, and your pelvic floor is right at the centre of it all. In this episode, I share what I truly wish every pregnant woman understood about pregnancy and pelvic floor health, and why waiting until after birth to think about recovery can be a missed opportunity. This is about being proactive, informed, and supported, not perfect. In this episode, we cover: • Why pregnancy and birth are one of the highest risk periods for pelvic floor concerns • The truth about caesarean birth and why it does not prevent pelvic floor issues • Common postnatal symptoms including leaking, pelvic heaviness, and prolapse-type sensations • How pelvic floor physiotherapy during pregnancy can help reduce risk after birth • Why pelvic floor strength is only part of the picture and why relaxation matters just as much • What an overactive pelvic floor is and how it can affect labour and recovery • The benefits of getting a pelvic floor assessment during pregnancy • Why learning about your pelvic floor before birth can be empowering and confidence-building • How staying active during pregnancy supports pelvic floor and whole-body recovery • Simple ways to keep moving when pregnancy makes exercise feel hard • Why birth should be treated like training for a marathon, with recovery in mind • Why it is never too late to support your pelvic floor, whether you are pregnant or postnatal If this episode resonates with you, I would love for you to leave a review or share it with someone who might need to hear it. You deserve to feel strong, confident, and supported through pregnancy, birth, and recovery. LINKS: Preparing for birth Pelvic health checklist (https://www.fitnestmama.com/checklist) Free 7 Day Trial Pregnancy Workouts (https://www.fitnestmama.com/program/p...) Free 7 Day Trial Postnatal Workouts (https://www.fitnestmama.com/program/p...) FitNest Mama Website (https://www.fitnestmama.com/) Instagram @kathbaquie.physio (  / kathbaquie.physio  ) 1:1 Consultation with Physio Kath (https://www.hatchedhouse.com.au)  at Hatched House ** This podcast has general information only. Always seek the guidance of your doctor or other qualified health professional with any questions or concerns you may have regarding your health or medical condition.