Learning about and engaging your Pelvic Floor
Postpartum Stage 2 / Weeks 2 - 4
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17m
The Pelvic floor, arguably the most talked about muscle group in pregnancy and childbirth. Here we learn a bit more about the pelvic floor, their importance in movement and exercise and how to train them effectively in your postpartum recovery.
This video is ideal at any stage of the postnatal journey or if you've just started moving after childbirth and focussing on your pelvic floor control.
If you're unsure whether youre doing the pelvic floor contractions correctly, or if you have any additional symptoms like pain or discomfort, incontinence or pelvic pressure while exercising please contact your LMC/Physio who can guide you further.
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