Understanding Women’s Health During and After Pregnancy

Pregnancy and childbirth bring extraordinary changes to a woman’s bod, but they can also come with unexpected challenges that affect physical, emotional, and mental wellbeing. From pelvic floor dysfunction and abdominal separation to sexual discomfort, incontinence, and back pain, these issues are common, but that doesn’t mean they should be dismissed or ignored. Every woman deserves compassionate, evidence-based support to help her feel strong, confident, and in control.

The following pages explore a range of conditions that can arise during pregnancy and after birth, offering clear information, practical guidance, and details on how The Mummy MOT® can help you recover and thrive.

C-Section Recovery

Recovering from a caesarean takes time and care, especially when it comes to scar healing and core rehabilitation.

Constipation Postnatally

Changes in hormones, birth trauma, or fear of pain can lead to constipation after birth, but gentle strategies can help restore regularity and comfort.

Diastasis Recti (Tummy Gap)

Abdominal separation after pregnancy is normal, but it can affect core strength and posture if left unaddressed.

Faecal Incontinence

Difficulty controlling bowel movements can be distressing, but with the right guidance, recovery is absolutely possible.

Overactive Bladder Syndrome

If you’re constantly rushing to the loo or struggling with urgency, your bladder may need some postnatal retraining.

Pelvic Girdle Pain & Recovery

Pain in the hips, lower back, or pubic bone during or after pregnancy can signal Pelvic Girdle Pain (PGP), which responds well to early treatment.

Postnatal Back Pain

Back pain is incredibly common for new mums, often caused by postural shifts, lifting, or core weakness.

Prolapse

Pelvic heaviness or a sensation of something “falling” can be a sign of prolapse, a common but treatable condition after childbirth.

Sexual Dysfunction

Pain, dryness, or loss of desire after birth is common, but there are ways to restore comfort, confidence, and connection.

Urinary Incontinence

Bladder leaks are common after childbirth, but they’re not something you have to live with, and support is available.