Pelvic Health Education & Resources
Welcome to our pelvic health blog, where we share evidence-based education on pelvic floor function, pregnancy and postpartum recovery, vaginal dilators, pelvic floor wands, lubrication, painful sex and bladder leakage.
Written by an Australian physiotherapist, these guides are designed to help you better understand your body, make informed decisions and choose the right products with confidence.
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Postpartum belly bands: do they work, and when is a compression garment better?
Do postpartum belly bands work? A physio-led look at what the evidence shows, what a band can and can't do, and when a medical-grade compression garment is the better buy. -
Diastasis recti: self-check, exercises, and when surgery is actually worth it
A pelvic physiotherapist's honest guide to diastasis recti: the at-home finger test, exercises that help, what it looks like in men, whether it improves years later, and when surgery is genuinely indicated. -
C-section scar care and massage: a physio's stage-by-stage guide
What your c-section scar should look like at each healing stage, how to protect it in the early weeks, how to massage it once you're cleared, and the honest evidence on silicone strips. Written by a physio, for however your caesarean came about. -
Peri Bottle: What It Is, How to Use It and Whether You Actually Need One
A peri bottle is extremely useful during the early days post partum. Swollen or sensitive tissue is painful to wipe, so a peri bottle can be used to maintain hygiene without the pain. A hospital bag must!
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The Best Lubricants for Postpartum and Breastfeeding
Postpartum vaginal dryness is hormonal, common, and temporary — but it can make intimacy and everyday comfort genuinely difficult. This guide covers the best lubricants and vaginal moisturisers for breastfeeding and postpartum recovery, from pelvic health physiotherapy practice.
