Nothing has made me more aware of how tough it is for new parents to prioritize rehabilitation and fitness goals more than becoming a mama myself.

Here are 4 tips that have been invaluable for this busy season of life for me and so many of my clien

Repetitive holding + carrying can be tough on caregivers. Here are a few tips to minimize strain.

✔ Front hold - carrying your child with both hands on the front of your body with their legs wrapped around your waist can minimize strain of your back

Postpartum physiotherapy consult

∆ When to begin

Typically we wait until about six weeks postpartum or until bleeding/lochia has stopped prior to doing an internal pelvic floor assessment or treatment.

However, earlier global assessment and t

March 05, 2021

childbirth position guide

March 05, 2021/ Rita Gillan

Enjoy this free, self-paced guide to help you visualize what’s going on in the pelvis biomechanically to help inform your birth positions.

key tip: lean into your intuition

Research reveals that self-selected positions and movements during labor and delivery are best (in the absence of an indication for intervention). What feels most comfortable to you is likely what is going to best support the process.

x Rita

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This content is not intended to be a substitute for professional medical advice, diagnosis, or treatment.
Refer to your physician or other qualified health provider with questions you may have regarding a medical condition.

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key tip: lean into your intuition