Category: Birth Preparation

How to Prevent Pelvic Floor Injury During Childbirth

Image of mother cradling infant baby, hugging baby close to her face. Words say Safer Birth: how to prevent injuries during labor and delivery

As Pregnancy Specialist Physical Therapists, the #1 Question We are Asked is How Can I Prevent a Pelvic Floor Injury When I Give Birth Did you also know that 19% of women experience pelvic floor injury due to vaginal birth?   And that these injuries are associated with urinary incontinence and bladder dysfunction, fecal or flatulence […]

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Tips to Prevent Pelvic Floor Injury During Childbirth

Image of pregnant woman with hands clasped, underneath her growing belly. Title reads Purple Mountain Physical Therapy Tips to Prevent Pelvic Floor Birth Injury During childbirth

Tips to Prevent Pelvic Floor Injury During Childbirth  Did you know that about 20% of first-time moms experience pelvic floor injuries during childbirth?   This is why our PTs are strong advocates for effectively preparing your body for childbirth.   If you are pregnant and interested in preventing pelvic floor injury during childbirth,  you’ve found the right […]

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