The Mummy MOT ® session is a 60 minute, holistic assessment from 6 weeks postpartum (to allow for swelling and lochia to settle) and is suitable for both a vaginal or c-section birth. It is a chance to be listened to and understand where your body is at. Some women come in as soon as they can, however, it’s never too late to have a Mummy MOT ®

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A Mummy MOT® session involves

• ​A pelvic floor assessment (via an internal vaginal examination) with your consent

• Rectus abdominal diastasis assessment

• Postural and core assessment

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If you have concerns between birth and 6 weeks postpartum, please contact me for a phone chat to discuss an appointment and your concerns, or to be seen. A vaginal assessment is not advised at this time, but it may be reassuring to be seen anyway.

 

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Treatment Options

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During these sessions, treatment will involve manual therapy including gentle massage and scar work (for perineal or c-section)  a pelvic floor program based on my findings, and recommendations of any suitable, evidenced based devices or adjuncts.  I can also provide treatment for unresolved pregnancy-related pain or postnatal pain such a neck or back pain, although a follow up appointment may be required depending on the complexity of symptoms

Following the assessment, I will provide a full summary, and an exercise programme tailored to you.  I will also be able to liaise with your preferred fitness professional to help with continuity of your care, and I am always happy to write to your GP if onward referral is required, or if a medical matter needs attention.

Watch this video to find out more about a Mummy MOT ®: