Suzy Croskell Osteopath

16/08/2026

Internal pelvic floor assessments can feel like a bit of an unknown 🤍

You might be wondering what actually happens, whether you have to have one, or even whether you need to prepare in some way beforehand.

The first thing to know is: an internal assessment is always your choice.

There is lots I can assess and treat without one. But sometimes an internal assessment can give us really useful information about how your pelvic floor is functioning.

It can help me understand how well your muscles squeeze and lift, how strong and coordinated they are, whether they can fully relax, and whether there are areas of tension, tenderness or scar tissue.

And that last part is important.

Not every pelvic floor needs strengthening.

Sometimes the muscles are already holding too much tension, and learning how to relax and let go can be just as important as learning how to squeeze.

Following a tear, episiotomy or other birth injury, an internal assessment can also help us understand whether scar tissue or tension may be contributing to symptoms, and where appropriate I can use gentle internal techniques to work with these areas.

This is also personal for me. Internal pelvic floor assessment and treatment formed an important part of my own postnatal recovery, which is one of the reasons I feel so strongly about women knowing this kind of support exists. 🤍

I will always explain what I’m suggesting and why. You decide whether you feel comfortable going ahead, and you can change your mind or ask me to stop at any point.

Your body. Your choice. Always. 🤍

Internal pelvic floor assessment and treatment is available as part of my postnatal and pelvic health osteopathic care.

If you’re wondering whether it might be helpful for you, you’re very welcome to get in touch.

30/07/2026

I still remember making that phone call. ❤️

Fourteen years ago, Henry had been through a long labour, a forceps birth, and we were struggling with feeding. Like so many new mums, I just wanted to know I was doing the right thing.

I remember ringing Churchdown Osteopaths to book him in. The receptionist asked, “What’s your baby’s date of birth?” and I had one of those surreal moments where I realised I was actually someone’s mum. It’s funny how those little moments stay with you.

What stayed with me even more was the calm reassurance I felt from the moment we walked through the door. Being cared for by people with so much experience meant the world at a time when everything felt so new and overwhelming.

I never imagined that years later I’d be working there too.

People often ask me where I’d recommend taking their baby, and I never hesitate to recommend Churchdown.

For over 45 years, Clive, Liz and the team have been dedicated to caring for babies and supporting families. Now, with Anna’s experience as a midwife, lactation consultant and tongue-tie practitioner, that support for new parents is even stronger.

I feel incredibly privileged to have had the opportunity to work here for the past five years, learning from such an experienced and dedicated team. My own experience as a new mum helped shape the osteopath I’ve become today, and it’s an honour to now support other families in the same place that once supported mine.

Sometimes life comes full circle in the most unexpected ways. 🤍

09/07/2026

I’m done with mums believing they just have to put up with pain, weakness or putting themselves last after having a baby.

My mission is to create the care I wish I’d had.

Because when mums are cared for, families thrive. ❤️

If this resonates with you, I’d love to hear your experience.

02/07/2026

Nobody really prepares you for how your C-section scar might feel.

We often hear about the operation itself, but not about what recovery can actually feel like afterwards.

Women tell me things like:
• “It still feels numb.”
• “It pulls when I stand up.”
• “I’m scared to touch it.”
• “It doesn’t feel like part of me.”

These experiences are incredibly common, but that doesn’t mean you have to simply live with them.

Once your wound has fully healed, gentle scar rehabilitation, movement and hands-on treatment can often help improve comfort, mobility and confidence.

Your scar tells the story of something extraordinary. It deserves care too. ❤️

➡️ Swipe through for 6 things I wish every mum knew about C-section scar recovery.

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14/06/2026

Hello, I’m Suzy 👋

I’m an osteopath with a special interest in women’s health, pregnancy and postnatal recovery.

After the birth of my eldest son, I remember lying in hospital exhausted after a long labour, forceps delivery and a difficult start to feeding.

I knew my baby would be booked in for treatment.

What never crossed my mind was that I might need support too.

That experience helped shape the way I work today.

I created Gloucester Postnatal Care because I believe mothers deserve care, support and understanding as they recover from pregnancy and birth.

I offer:
🌿 Pregnancy osteopathy
🌿 Postnatal recovery support
🌿 Pelvic health osteopathy
🌿 Mummy MOT assessments
🌿 Mother & baby appointments
🌿 General osteopathic care

📍 Churchdown & Upton St Leonards

If you’d like to find out more or book an appointment, send me a message or visit my website.

07/06/2026

Gloucester mums 👋

Just because something is common after having a baby... doesn't mean you have to just put up with it 🤍

So many women are told symptoms like leaking, pelvic heaviness, back pain or feeling disconnected from their body are simply "part of motherhood."

But often these symptoms can improve with the right support.

Pregnancy and birth change so much through the body - breathing, posture, pelvic floor function, core control and even how our nervous system responds to stress.

You deserve support and recovery too✨

05/05/2026

A lot of the women I see are a few months (or sometimes years) after having a baby and still feel like something isn’t quite right.

That might be:
– pelvic heaviness or a dragging feeling
– leaking or changes in bladder control
– C-section scar tightness or discomfort
– feeling weak or unstable
– ongoing aches and pains
– or just a sense that your body hasn’t fully recovered

Often they’ve been told this is just something to live with.

But in many cases, there’s more we can do to support your recovery.

You don’t have to just put up with it 🤍

30/04/2026

Hi, I’m Suzy 🤍

I’m an osteopath with a particular focus on women’s health, including postnatal recovery and pelvic health.

A lot of the women I see tell me they don’t quite feel like themselves after having a baby — whether that’s ongoing discomfort, pelvic symptoms, or just a sense that their body hasn’t fully recovered.

It’s really common, but it doesn’t mean you have to just put up with it.

My approach is calm, unhurried, and centred around really listening — creating a space where you can talk openly and feel supported, as well as working hands-on to help your body recover more comfortably.

I’m based in Churchdown, Gloucester, and offer appointments locally.

If you’re not sure whether something is “normal” or worth getting checked, you’re very welcome to get in touch 🤍

30/04/2026

Hi, I’m Suzy 🤍

I’m an osteopath with a particular focus on women’s health, including postnatal recovery and pelvic health.

A lot of the women I see tell me they don’t quite feel like themselves after having a baby — whether that’s ongoing discomfort, pelvic symptoms, or just a sense that their body hasn’t fully recovered.

It’s really common, but it doesn’t mean you have to just put up with it.

My approach is calm, unhurried, and centred around really listening — creating a space where you can talk openly and feel supported, as well as working hands-on to help your body recover more comfortably.

I’m based in Churchdown, Gloucester, and offer appointments locally.

If you’re not sure whether something is “normal” or worth getting checked, you’re very welcome to get in touch 🤍

25/03/2023

These Core Restore exercises are great 😊. Good for all new mums, please share with anyone you know who has recently given birth. If you have any questions or would like a Mummy MOT feel free to message me. Have a lovely weekend 🥰

The Core Restore videos programmes and exercises are designed to transform the health of women after having a baby.