Pregnancy and Postpartum Period

About pregnancy and postpartum

The pregnancy and postpartum period is a special process in which the body changes within a short time in terms of posture, the abdominal wall (core) and the pelvic floor. The increased load and hormonal changes can affect low back and back comfort, balance and the way the muscles work.

Conditions such as diastasis recti (separation of the midline of the abdomen) are common during this period. In existing or at-risk situations, physician approval and follow-up are essential.

Topics frequently addressed in this period:

• Low back, back and pelvic pain
• Pelvic floor health
• Diastasis recti (separation of the midline of the abdomen)
• Preparation for birth and postpartum recovery

Process and practice

Prenatal and postnatal exercise aims to support the maintenance of safe movement during pregnancy, preparation for birth and postpartum recovery. Within the programme, prenatal yoga and prenatal pilates are offered as separate options.

The work is adapted according to the period the person is in and the result of the assessment; it is carried out together with physician approval and follow-up. The aim is to help the person go through this process with comfort and confidence.