by Caitlin Fris | Nov 3, 2016 | Pregnancy and post-partum
Yep, you can get varicose veins on your vulva. I have seen a few women with vulval varicosities and they usually report ‘swollen labia’, feeling of their vulva ‘about to burst’ and pain or discomfort in the area. Inconveniently, it’s difficult for a pregnant woman to...
by Caitlin Fris | Oct 19, 2016 | Exercise, Pain, Pregnancy and post-partum
Pelvic girdle pain, pelvic instability, symphysis pubis dysfunction. Similar names for the same problems. I’ve seen many pregnant women seeking treatment for their pain, and they usually preface the appointment with ‘It’s probably just pregnancy...
by Caitlin Fris | Oct 19, 2016 | Exercise, Pregnancy and post-partum
Post natal exercise Kate Ivey has made this fantastic little video of 8 exercises to do when out walking with your child in the pram. If you have pelvic girdle pain swap the lunges and the walking side kicks for more squats to keep weight even between both feet. And...
by Caitlin Fris | Oct 6, 2016 | Bowels
Victoria White (pelvic floor physiotherapist) writes about the correct way to empty your bowels, and prevent constipation: Do you remember the time when you were in nappies, free to do your business whenever you wanted? When did you figure out whether it was a number...
by Caitlin Fris | Sep 20, 2016 | Exercise, Pregnancy and post-partum
Recovery after childbirth So, you’ve just had a baby, your vagina feels like its been mountain biking for 10 days straight, and you’re wondering what the hell to do to make it better? First off, read here, to learn what to do whilst in hospital after birth. Then,...
