In-office and virtual appointments available for maternity program. (Proper respirator mask must be worn for in-office appointments for the entire session during the pandemic).
Benefits of exercise with a licensed Physical Therapist before, during and after pregnancy:
Reduce backaches, constipation, bloating and swelling.
Boost your mood and energy levels.
Help you sleep better.
Prevent excess weight gain.
Promote muscle tone, strength and endurance.
Can reduce the risk of gestational diabetes.
Improve pelvic floor strength.
Prevent and/or treat some urinary control issues.
Prevent, Treat and/or improve a Diastasis Recti.
Before beginning any exercise program...
it is important to get your physician's approval. Generally, exercise during pregnancy is good for both mother and baby. There are some situations in which exercise may not be recommended:
Preeclampsia (high blood pressure that develops during pregnancy)
Severe anemia
Cervical problems
Vaginal bleeding
Placenta problems
Preterm labor during your current pregnancy
Some heart and lung diseases
A mother at risk of preterm labor
Premature rupture of the membranes