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PREGNANCY GUIDANCE
& BIRTH PREP

Are you pregnant and having pain?
Are you pregnant and want to remain as active as possible?
Are you pregnant and wanting to prepare for labor, birth, and beyond?
We're here for you every step of the journey!  

In this model of care, we provide physical therapy to those that are pregnant whether or not you are experiencing problems!

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If you are experiencing any pain, incontinence, etc, please contact us ASAP. While what you are experiencing is common, it is NOT normal and we can help you! 

If you are not experiencing any symptoms and want to keep it that way, we recommend coming in for our birth prep sessions as a proactive and preventative measure to ensure you remain safe with activity and prepared for weeks ahead. 

We recommend beginning in the 2nd trimester, but the earlier the better. It can be tough to learn new skills or address impairments with a big pregnant belly! 

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If at any point between the scheduled sessions, you do develop a problem that disrupts your quality of life (i.e. pain, incontinence, etc.), we can always see you more frequently and treat that problem.

You are not held to these 5 sessions! 

A Note on the First Trimester:

If you begin having problems before 18 weeks pregnant, we will absolutely see you for PT treatment.

If you'd prefer to start as soon as possible even if you don't have a problem, we'd love to see you! 

The first trimester can be a tough time physically so if you'd prefer to wait or if you'd prefer to get started sooner, we're here for both journeys. 

Birth Prep Sessions:

18-22 
weeks

Session 1:

We'll review how pregnancy impacts your body and your pelvis. We do a thorough evaluation and identify factors we think you should work on. This could include areas of weakness, tension, or improper control. We do this just before or as your abdomen is starting to load on your pelvis.

35 & 36
weeks

Session 3 & 4:

We'll talk all things labor & birth. If you've already taken a birth class or have a doula, these sessions will supplement what you're learning with them. We review and practice techniques for labor progression & pain management and teach you how to push effectively and efficiently to reduce your risk of perineal injury. We'll practice pushing in several different positions so you're prepared for the big day. We also educate you on epidurals, Cesarean birth, inductions, and hospital policies so you can be prepared for all situations. 

25-30
weeks

Session 2:

As your abdomen grows, your pelvis and core are loaded differently. In this session, we'll ensure that you are maintaining good core and pelvic floor control despite your growing belly. We will also provide modifications for exercise and begin discussions on how to physically prepare for birth. 

37
weeks

Session 5:

We'll discuss the postpartum period and how to be safe with your body immediately following and the weeks after birth. We'll review ways to progress your movement and aide your healing as well as provide education about when to seek extra help from a health care provider. 

908 N 3rd St, Side B

Philadelphia, PA 19123

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Hours:

Mon: 8am-4pm

Tues: 8am-4pm

Wed: 8am-4pm

Thurs: 8am-4pm

Fri: 8am-12pm

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