What is a pelvic floor? Should
I be concerned about it during
pregnancy?
YES!
Your pelvic floor is a sling of
muscles underneath your abdomen,
that helps to hold the weight of
your baby, the fluid around baby, and all of your
organs inside your pelvis / abdomen.
In this interview, Liz explains how
to do an effective pelvic floor
exercise, both before and after you
have had your baby.
Many women believe that if they have
a C/S (caesarian section) birth,
they have no need to worry about
their pelvic floor- but they are
quite mistaken.
Your pelvic floor holds a lot of
weight through your pregnancy, and
if it is not kept toned, you can
suffer incontinence at any time -
especially if you cough or sneeze.
Good bladder and bowel habits are
important in the care of your pelvic
floor, and Liz discusses these as
well.
Every woman needs to hear what our
women's health physiotherapist has
to say!
Click on the preview of DVD to
hear Liz talk about looking
after your pelvic floor muscles
