It’s never too early to benefit from prenatal physiotherapist whether you’re preparing for a vaginal or cesarean birth. 

You deserve to have a comfortable, active, informed and confident pregnancy as you prepare for an empowering birth.

 

In Prenatal Physiotherapy Sessions as well as inside Bump to Birth you'll learn:​​

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• How YOUR core is working and how to use it optimally during pregnancy to create the best support for your body and growing baby.

• How to prevent, manage, reduce and treat common pregnancy issues including low back/pelvic girdle/tailbone pain, pubic symphysis dysfunction, urinary/fecal incontinence, prolapse, constipation, urinary frequency and urinary urgency.

• About diastasis recti (ab separation) in pregnancy.

• How to help minimize vaginal tearing during birth.

• Exercises and techniques to help with baby positioning.

• How to gain confidence, reduce fear and learn to trust your body through childbirth.

• Acupressure points for relaxation during labour.

• Pain management strategies and optimal positions for labour.

• Efficient pushing techniques that decrease stress on your pelvic floor muscles.

• How to prepare ahead for a smoother postpartum recovery.

• How to effectively restore your core after childbirth.

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* Partners are welcome to join a 'partner birth prep session' typically booked for 34 weeks in pregnancy to learn how they can help support you with coping strategies for labour.

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* Anita is both happy to collaborate with other health, birth and fitness professionals you may be working with. If you don't currently have a support team, Anita can recommend other professionals that can help you reach your pregnancy and health goals.