1 in 3 people will have a cesarean birth, most of which are unplanned. This can leave people feeling lost, not knowing how to support their body through early recovery. This blog post will break down how to care for your scar during the fourth trimester, week by week.

If you're experiencing pelvic health concerns like leakage, pain, or discomfort during pregnancy or postpartum, you might be wondering whether you need a doctor's referral before you can start getting help. The confusion around referrals can be frustrating, especially when you're ready to take action and prioritize your health.

Find the right pelvic floor physical therapist in Austin. Learn what to look for, red flags to avoid, and why Lady Bird PT is your trusted partner.

Bringing a new baby into the world is a life-altering experience—physically, emotionally, and mentally.

If you’ve been referred to pelvic floor physical therapy, you’re not alone — and you’re in the right place.

Pelvic floor issues affect millions of women, but that doesn’t make them easy to talk about—or easy to treat.

When most athletes think about core strength, they picture abs, planks, and maybe even their low back.

When people think about urinary incontinence and pelvic floor issues, they imagine pregnant people, postpartum parents, and older folks. But that’s not the whole story. High school and college athletes here in Austin, TX and across the country experience leakage at surprisingly high rates.

For these girls and young women, urinary incontinence is not just a physical symptom. Girls and women with leakage experience higher rates of depression and anxiety, as well as challenges in body image and self-esteem. Many younger athletes feel embarrassed or ashamed, making them less likely to share their symptoms with coaches, trainers, or healthcare providers. Leakage can impact the performance of these young athletes, but more importantly it can impact their long-term physical and mental health and wellbeing. 

The good news? Small changes can make a world of difference. 

After childbirth, most new parents are told to “take it easy” and let their bodies heal, but rest alone isn’t always enough.

Pelvic floor therapy is a specialized form of physical therapy designed to assess and treat issues related to the muscles, ligaments, and connective tissues of the pelvic floor.

The pelvic floor is a group of muscles located at the base of your pelvis, forming a supportive “hammock” for your bladder, bowel, and reproductive organs