Prenatal Physiotherapy
Supporting a healthy, fit pregnancy and empowering your birth
Strengthening your body for a healthier, more comfortable pregnancy.
Tailored exercises to relieve pain and improve posture during pregnancy.
“Physiotherapy empowers you for a healthy pregnancy and prepares you for birth”
At Aastrika, our physiotherapy services support you through pregnancy, preparing your body for childbirth. Our expert physiotherapists offer personalised care to strengthen muscles, improve posture, prevent discomfort, and ensure a smooth birth.
Why choose Prenatal Physiotherapy?
- Targeted physiotherapy exercises to help alleviate common pregnancy discomforts such as back pain, pelvic discomfort, and swelling.
- Personalised fitness plans to keep you active and strong, which can help you stay comfortable and maintain your health throughout pregnancy.
- Posture and alignment correction to prevent strain on your body and support optimal foetal positioning for birth.
How Aastrika supports Prenatal Physiotherapy?
1. Building Strength for Birth
We focus on strengthening key muscle groups, including the pelvic floor, lower back, and abdominal muscles, to reduce discomfort and prepare your body for the physical demands of labour.
2. Guiding You Toward a Smoother Delivery
We offer guidance on posture correction to reduce the strain on your body, help with optimal foetal positioning, and ensure you’re physically prepared for a smoother, less painful delivery.
3. Fitness Classes and Support for Natural Birth
We offer group and individual physiotherapy sessions, including pre-natal fitness classes, postural education, and pelvic floor exercises, all designed to keep you fit, healthy, and prepared for a natural birth.
Meet our expert physiotherapists, who specialise in pregnancy and birth preparation. Our team is committed to providing you with the tools and support you need to maintain a healthy, fit pregnancy and ensure a smooth, confident birth.
Know MoreFrequently asked questions
When should I start physiotherapy during pregnancy?
It’s best to start pregnancy physiotherapy post your 12 week scan, after getting the go-ahead from your doctor.What types of pregnancy discomforts can physiotherapy help with?
Physiotherapy can help alleviate a variety of pregnancy-related discomforts, including back pain, pelvic pain, sciatica, swollen legs, and postural problems. It also helps with improving mobility and relieving muscle tension.Is physiotherapy safe during pregnancy?
Yes, physiotherapy is safe during pregnancy when performed by a trained and qualified physiotherapist. Our specialists tailor each exercise programme to your specific needs and ensure it is safe and suitable for your stage of pregnancy.Can physiotherapy help me prepare for labour?
Absolutely! Physiotherapy helps prepare your body for labour by improving your posture, strengthening key muscle groups, and teaching you breathing and relaxation techniques that can support you through the delivery process. This preparation can help with pain management and make labour more manageable.Can physiotherapy help with postnatal recovery?
Yes, physiotherapy plays an important role in postnatal recovery. It helps with regaining strength, particularly in the pelvic floor and abdominal muscles, and aids in improving posture after birth. We also offer postnatal physiotherapy to support your recovery and help you regain your fitness.Did you know?
Studies show that pregnant women who engage in physiotherapy and regular exercise have lower rates of labour complications, experience less pain during labour, and recover more quickly postpartum.