Having a baby changes your body in several different ways. Following pregnancy and childbirth, some women may experience a change in bladder function, as well as the anatomy of the vagina and surrounding organs. Your pelvic floor muscles and tissues can become strained during pregnancy and birth, especially if your labor was long or complex. Rather than only reading about pelvic floor exercises and continuing to struggle with recovery, it's essential to have a professional evaluation.

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No matter where you give birth — at home or in the hospital — pelvic floor therapy can support recovery. Therapy may be helpful early postpartum, years after birth, or even for those who have not given birth. Families in Jacksonville and throughout Northeast Florida have access to specialized pelvic floor therapists who support recovery and long-term pelvic health.