Pelvic Health At One

Pelvic Health At One Pelvic health physiotherapy in the heart of Rhiwbina, Cardiff. Mummy MOT practitioner.

New Mums: Is your pelvic floor overactive? đŸ€If you’ve recently had a baby, you might expect “weakness”
 but sometimes th...
17/08/2026

New Mums: Is your pelvic floor overactive? đŸ€
If you’ve recently had a baby, you might expect “weakness”
 but sometimes the pelvic floor can be too tight instead. That’s often called an overactive pelvic floor—and it’s more common than you think.

Signs your pelvic floor may be overactive
Tightness or “clenching”** in your pelvic area
Pain with pe*******on** (s*x, tampon, exams) or feeling “too tight”
Burning/aching/pressure** in the v***a, va**na, or pelvis
Pain that flares with sitting**, exercise, or standing
Urinary urgency** (feeling like you need to p*e suddenly) or “can’t fully empty”
Frequent urination** or discomfort that improves only briefly after p*eing
Constipation or painful bowel movements** (straining feels harder)
Back/hip pain** that seems connected to pelvic discomfort
Vaginal heaviness** even when things aren’t “falling” (it can feel like pressure or gripping)

What to do (gentle next steps)
Don’t push through pain*—tight pelvic floors often need *relaxation, not more effort
Try diaphragmatic breathing**: slow inhale into your belly, long exhale, feel the pelvic area soften
Book a pelvic health physio assessment for more tailored advice.

You’re not alone—and this is treatable.
If any of these sound like you, consider reaching out to a qualified pelvic floor physiotherapist for an assessment.

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Happy summer from our house! Celebrating my eldest turning 10 and my youngest turning 8 has made me reflect on just how ...
04/08/2026

Happy summer from our house! Celebrating my eldest turning 10 and my youngest turning 8 has made me reflect on just how much parenting changes—from early postpartum recovery and sleepless nights
 to watching them grow into who they are. I'm grateful for more sleep as I navigate these new parenting challenges!!

At Mummy MOT Physio At One I see how much many mums are still carrying—physically and emotionally—and how much better it can feel when you’re supported, listened to, and given a plan.

Happy birthday to my beauts—10 and 8! Here’s to another year of joy, adventure, and learning 💛✹
If you’re a new mum or returning to movement and feel “not quite right”, pop over via the link in bio to book your Mummy MOT physiotherapy consultation.

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Sometimes I meet mums who have given birth via c section, who are surprised when I bring up pelvic floor exam 😄 it may n...
02/07/2026

Sometimes I meet mums who have given birth via c section, who are surprised when I bring up pelvic floor exam 😄 it may not sound relevant on the surface, but your pelvic floor still goes through huge changes and it is very useful to know how it's doing!

Here are just a few examples of traditions around the world where the epic effort of pregnancy and birth is acknowledged...
29/06/2026

Here are just a few examples of traditions around the world where the epic effort of pregnancy and birth is acknowledged, and new mums and babies rest and bond đŸ„° while we may not be willing or able to take to our beds for weeks, the sentiment is there.....rest and bonding time is so important! Curate your visitors, take the help on offer.... Whatever you need to allow your body to recover and your bond to grow.

Stay well in this heat mums! Having had 2 July babies myself, I remember the anxiety of keeping them cool enough when th...
22/06/2026

Stay well in this heat mums! Having had 2 July babies myself, I remember the anxiety of keeping them cool enough when the temperature ramps up. (10 and 8 years later, I still worry about it 😅). Don't forget yourself!! Shade where possible, LOTS of hydration (keep water in every room!) and sunscreen for you as well as baby.

The first six weeks are a time of acute recovery. Don't put pressure on yourself! Prioritise rest where you can, lots of...
30/05/2026

The first six weeks are a time of acute recovery. Don't put pressure on yourself! Prioritise rest where you can, lots of water, protein and fibre to help things settle. Lifting your baby is fine!!
Not sure? Book your Mummy MOT!

A few of the questions I often get asked about a Mummy MOT. Get in touch if you have any other questions!
16/04/2026

A few of the questions I often get asked about a Mummy MOT. Get in touch if you have any other questions!

Happy Easter! Happy egg hunting â˜ș we're already down almost one egg each in our house! đŸ„š 🐣
05/04/2026

Happy Easter! Happy egg hunting â˜ș we're already down almost one egg each in our house! đŸ„š 🐣

Did you know that April is Pet Awareness month? So often in clinic, I hear about a new mum's first step back into fitnes...
02/04/2026

Did you know that April is Pet Awareness month? So often in clinic, I hear about a new mum's first step back into fitness walking the dog. Shout out to all the loyal pooches, there by mum's side, demanding the fresh air and exercise so crucial to mum and baby! The first babies, the practice runs, the best friends, the protectors đŸ¶â€ïž
(And shout out to the cats too - we know you love us, even if you don't show it 😉)

I see more conversations these days around throwing Kegels out completely. My thoughts? They have their place! There is ...
26/03/2026

I see more conversations these days around throwing Kegels out completely.
My thoughts? They have their place!
There is good evidence to show that, when done properly and consistently, Kegels can improve urinary leakage, and help improve symptoms of mild to moderate prolapse.
There are times when Kegels aren't a good idea - if your technique isn't great, or you carry tension in your pelvic floor, Kegels may not help you move forward and could hinder your progress.
Kegels alone won't get you very far! Your pelvic floor is a 3D, dynamic structure that needs to work with other muscles of your core and beyond to do its job effectively.
Not sure if they're for you? Book your Mummy MOT and stop wondering 😊

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