Pregnancy & Postpartum Physical Therapy

Compassionate, Whole-Person Care for Every Stage of the Perinatal Journey

Pregnancy and postpartum care in Powell, Ohio

Pregnancy and postpartum are powerful times of transformation—physically, emotionally, and hormonally. At our clinic, we offer holistic pelvic floor physical therapy to support your body with empathy, respect, and whole-person care. Whether you're preparing for labor, healing after birth, or seeking support for pelvic wellness, we’re here to walk beside you with gentle, evidence-informed care from a compassionate and highly-trained team.

You can start pelvic floor physical therapy at any point in your perinatal experience:

  • Preconception: Whether you’re struggling with painful intercouse or you just want to prepare your body as best as possible to make space for baby to grow

  • During Pregnancy: As early as the first trimester, or anytime you feel discomfort or want to prepare for birth.

  • Postpartum: Therapy can begin as early as 2 weeks after birth (with provider clearance)—whether you’re healing from a straightforward birth or a more complex recovery.

And if you’re months—or even years—postpartum, it’s never too late to begin.

When Should You Begin Therapy?

Preconception pelvic floor physical therapy

Preconception: Preparing Your Body For Pregnancy

Pelvic physical therapy is valuable in the preconception process to prepare the body for pregnancy or the barriers to becoming pregnant. 

  • Painful intercourse. Identifying the causes and improving comfort by using education, exercises,  and hands-on techniques to aid in conception. 

  • Optimize spine and rib mobility. Reduce the risk of organ prolapse during pregnancy or postpartum by optimizing spine and rib mobility. Gentle mobilization, tension checks, and posture training will allow for the uterus to expand, and your baby to grow. 

  • Muscle imbalances. Targeted strengthening and relaxation strategies to restore balance and improve overall function. This can help reduce discomfort and lower the risk of developing pelvic girdle pain during pregnancy.

During Pregnancy: Early Pelvic Floor Support Matters

Early pregnancy care for pain management

Many people wait until symptoms like leaking, pain, or heaviness become disruptive—but pelvic floor therapy can be even more effective as preventive care. Early intervention helps you feel more connected to your body, prepare for birth, and recover with greater ease. Our holistic approach focuses on balance, awareness, and empowerment—not just symptom relief.

With pelvic floor therapy, you can:

  • Prepare your body for a more easeful birth
    Learn how to release and coordinate your pelvic floor, support optimal baby positioning, and build confidence for labor and birth.

  • Relieve pregnancy-related discomfort naturally
    Address common concerns like pelvic pain, pubic symphysis dysfunction, sciatica, and postural tension with gentle, hands-on techniques and functional movement strategies.

  • Support your core and reduce the lasting effects of diastasis recti
    Strengthen and connect with your deep core system—improving comfort during pregnancy and laying the groundwork for tissue mobility to reduce the severity of tissue separation or rupture. 

Prevent long-term pelvic floor dysfunction
Holistic therapy can help reduce the risk of pelvic organ prolapse, urinary leakage, chronic pelvic pain, and other concerns that often go untreated.

After Delivery: Heal Fully And Reconnect With Your Body

Holistic Postpartum Support Columbus, Ohio

Postpartum healing starts right away—and early care matters. Whether you had a vaginal or cesarean birth, pelvic floor therapy can help you:

  • Recover core and pelvic floor function

  • Address diastasis rectus abdominus (DRA)

    • Early DRA Screening Matters: Your body naturally begins healing after birth, and the first 6–12 weeks are critical for collagen remodeling—the process that helps reconnect and strengthen the abdominal wall. Early detection of diastasis recti (abdominal separation) during this window allows us to support healing before the tissues become less responsive. 

  • Reduce pain with movement or intimacy

  • Mobilize C-section or perineal scar tissue

  • Manage bladder or bowel symptoms

  • Return to fitness and daily activities safely

What to expect at Core Strong Physical Therapy

  • Pelvic Health is Our Expertise

    Pelvic health isn’t just something we offer, it’s our passion and specialty. You deserve a provider who deeply understands your concerns and has the experience to help you heal effectively.

  • Compassionate, Personalized Care

    We treat you like family (the kind you love to see!) and provide one-on-one, private care. No judgment, no discomfort, just a safe space to have real conversations and find real solutions.

  • Whole-Person Healing & Collaboration

    Your story is complex, and we embrace that. We work with your nervous system, problem-solve with you, and collaborate with trusted specialists to ensure you get the best holistic care possible.

  • Support for Your Real Life

    We welcome children, encourage partner involvement, and make recovery sustainable, not overwhelming. Healing should fit into your life, not add stress to it.

A Team That Cares for the Whole You

We believe that you are the expert on your body—and our role is to support, educate, and empower you on your healing journey. Our team of licensed pelvic floor physical therapists brings a trauma-informed, gender-affirming, and inclusive approach to every session. We respect your boundaries and tailor our care to meet your unique needs, goals, and identity. We also consider lifestyle, emotional well-being, sleep, and nutrition as essential aspects of holistic healing and help you build your holistic birth team with local area experts should that be something you desire.

Ready to Take the Next Step?

Let’s reconnect you to your strength, confidence, and well-being. Reach out to schedule your first session and discover the difference holistic pelvic floor care can make.