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Postpartum pelvic health · St. Louis

Postpartum pelvic floor
therapy in St. Louis.

A thoughtful guide to pelvic floor health, recovery, and the symptoms that can change the way you feel after pregnancy and childbirth.

Explore pelvic floor therapy
Veronica Lane demonstrating pelvic anatomy with a model
01 · The pelvic floor

A quiet system doing
important work.

The pelvic floor is a supportive layer of muscles that runs from the tailbone to the pubic bone. It helps with bladder control, supports the pelvic organs and spine, and contributes to sexual function.

Pregnancy, childbirth, and postpartum changes can affect how those muscles coordinate. They may become weakened, overactive, or simply need a little more support.

01

Leakage

Laughing, sneezing, or exercise should not have to change the way you participate in daily life.

02

Low-back discomfort

Pelvic floor changes can be part of the larger movement picture after pregnancy and birth.

03

Pain with intercourse

Sexual wellness deserves respectful attention, clear information, and a pace that feels safe.

Close-up of a pelvic anatomy model for pelvic health education
02 · Breath and coordination

Slow down.
Reconnect.

Breathing and the pelvic floor work together. Mindful breath, relaxation, and targeted exercise can help support coordination and give recovery a steadier foundation.

03 · A whole-person view

Recovery is more than
one body part.

Pelvic health is connected to physical comfort, daily habits, emotional wellbeing, and the practical demands of caring for a growing family. Early support can make it easier to understand your options and begin moving forward.

04 · Further reading

Grounded in
continued learning.

  1. Rosenbaum, T. Y., & Ben-Dror, I. (2009). Pelvic floor involvement in female sexual dysfunction. Harefuah, 148(9), 606–657.
  2. Dufour, S. et al. (2018). Association between lumbopelvic pain and pelvic floor dysfunction in women. Musculoskeletal Science & Practice, 34, 47–53. doi:10.1016/j.msksp.2017.12.001
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