FAQs

It doesn’t matter to me at all! Having your period does not affect the assessment or treatment one bit. The way I see it, your menstrual cycle is a natural part of life that allows the potential to create, grow, and give life to another human being if you choose. How powerful! Of course, if you are not 100% comfortable with having your period during your appointment you can reschedule to another date.

It really depends on what you are coming in for. If you are coming for a pelvic floor concern (i.e. bladder or bowel control concerns, pelvic organ prolapse, vaginal pain, genital pain, constipation, defecation dyssynergia, tailbone pain, etc.) then, with your consent, assessment and treatment will involve undressing from the waist down for visual examination, internal vaginal and/or rectal examination, and the use of EMG biofeedback using sensors that will be placed on either side of the outside of the external anal sphincter.

If you are coming in for pelvic girdle pain, DRA/separated abdominals, or core training, then shorts or pants that are stretchy will be perfect.

You can bring documentation that you might have from physicians you have seen. You can also call your doctors office and request them to send relevant chart notes and consultation letters to our office before your appointment.

No! Absolutely not! This is a common myth that I am actively working to dispel. Assessment and treatment can begin at any time – whether it is pre-pregnancy, during pregnancy, postpartum, or pre-operatively. In pre-pregnancy and in pregnancy, I work with clients to assess if their pelvic floor and abdominal technique is correct to prevent (as much as able) incontinence, prolapse, and DRA/separated abdominals. I can also assess and teach proper pushing technique for delivery.

You can come anytime postpartum, and baby is also welcome! I cannot do an internal vaginal exam if there has been any tearing or episiotomy until 6 weeks postpartum to ensure time for tissue healing - BUT I can do Real Time Ultrasound for pelvic floor and abdominals at any time postpartum, as well as EMG biofeedback for pelvic floor (as the electrodes are placed externally near the external anal sphincter). I can also do a visual exam of the pelvic floor, assess for DRA/abdominal separation, and evaluate the pelvic girdle anytime postpartum. I suggest booking an appointment at 6 weeks postpartum and some follow-up appointments (I usually recommend booking 2-3 follow-ups) after the initial postpartum visit with 2-4 weeks between appointments (we can adjust or cancel follow-ups as needed). If, after delivery, you would like to come in before the 6-week postpartum mark, you can get on the cancellation list as I typically get 2-3 cancellations per week.

It is entirely up to you. I am very comfortable working in an environment with children, as I have 3 kids of my own!. Some people find that having children at the appointments can distract from the session, which may be a deterring factor. Please know that you are more than welcome to breastfeed/chestfeed and care for your child(ren) during the appointment, and I will be happy to help! We don’t want a lack of childcare to prevent you from coming in to get the attention you need to heal your body.