Why Prep for Birth and Early Postpartum Physical Therapy Matter
Pregnancy and postpartum are some of the most physically demanding seasons of life. While most moms prepare for the baby, many forget to prepare their own bodies for the workout of labor, delivery, and the recovery that follows. At Key to Change Wellness, we believe supporting your body before and after birth can reduce complications, speed healing, and help you feel confident returning to movement.
The Benefits of “Prep for Birth”
Our Prep for Birth sessions are designed to meet you where you are in pregnancy. The focus is on preparing your core, pelvic floor, and overall strength to improve the likelihood of a smooth, natural birth with less tearing and fewer complications.
Optimize pelvic floor and core function – Learn how to both activate and relax these muscles, key for supporting pushing and preventing dysfunction.
Improve mobility and strength – Especially in the hips and spine, helping you stay active during pregnancy.
Ease nerves, boost confidence – Education on what’s happening in your body and strategies to make labor more effective.
Reduce risk of complications – Research shows pelvic floor training and perineal massage during pregnancy can lower the rates of severe tearing and reduce postpartum pain. One large trial found episiotomy rates dropped from 82% to 51% with these strategies (study link).
Why Early Postpartum Physical Therapy Matters
Too often, women are told to “wait 6 weeks” and then resume life as usual. But childbirth is a major event—your body deserves recovery support just like after surgery or injury. Early postpartum PT helps bridge the gap.
Support healing – Gentle strategies for scar tissue, tearing, or C-section recovery.
Address pelvic floor concerns – Urgency, leaking, heaviness, or pain don’t have to be your new normal.
Reconnect with your core – Rebuild strength safely, especially if you have diastasis recti.
Prevent long-term dysfunction – Addressing issues early reduces risk of chronic pelvic pain, prolapse, or back/hip pain later.
Continuing the Journey with One-to-One Pilates
Once your body has healed and foundational strength is reestablished, it’s important to transition back into movement in a way that’s safe and effective. That’s where our new one-to-one Pilates sessions come in.
Tailored to your stage of recovery – No cookie-cutter program, everything is adapted to your needs.
Builds strength and control – Pilates is ideal for reconnecting with your core and improving posture after pregnancy.
Smooth transition to workouts – Feel confident getting back to running, lifting, or group fitness without setbacks.
Supporting Moms from Bump to Beyond
At Key to Change Wellness, we’re here to walk with you every step of the way—from preparing for birth to thriving postpartum. Whether it’s through our Prep for Birth session, postpartum PT, or one-to-one Pilates, our goal is to help you feel strong, confident, and ready for whatever life throws your way.
👉 Ready to prepare your body for birth or start your postpartum recovery? [Schedule your physical therapy session here].