Recovering from birth is a journey that doesn't have an expiration date. For moms across the Philadelphia area, true healing means more than just getting through the day—it’s about understanding your body’s changes, managing symptoms, and regaining your strength with the right support system in your corner.
At Primal Physical Therapy, we provide postpartum pelvic floor healing in Bryn Mawr, PA, that puts your comfort, privacy, and long-term wellness first.
Every Birth Story is Unique
We know that no two birth experiences are the same. Whether you had a surgical birth (C-section) or a vaginal delivery, your pelvic floor navigated significant physical stress during those nine months and the hours of labor.
Our care starts by listening to your specific story. As an expert physical therapist in Bryn Mawr, PA, we recognize common pelvic floor dysfunctions, but we treat every mom as an individual, providing the attention and respect you deserve as you navigate this new chapter.
What Is the Pelvic Floor, and Why Does It Matter?
Your pelvic floor is a group of muscles, ligaments, and tissues at the base of your pelvis. It supports the bladder, uterus, and rectum. During pregnancy and childbirth, these muscles stretch to accommodate your growing baby and the delivery process. Sometimes, they become weakened or injured.
Symptoms of pelvic floor dysfunction may include:
- Leaking urine while sneezing, coughing, or exercising
- Pressure or heaviness in the pelvic area
- Pain during intimacy
- Ongoing constipation
- Low back or hip pain
Here is the truth: these issues are common—but they are not "normal." You don’t have to just "live with it." We help moms from all walks of life reclaim their strength and mobility with safe, evidence-based methods.
Our Approach to Postpartum Pelvic Floor Healing
Every woman heals on her own timeline. Some moms need direct pelvic floor therapy, while others benefit more from core rebuilding and total-body strength work. We tailor our postpartum care to your symptoms and your goals.
What to expect from a session:
1. Personalized Evaluation: We assess your movement, muscle function, and any areas of discomfort.
2. Custom Recovery Plan: We might use hands-on techniques to release tight tissue or specific muscle training to rebuild support.
3. Functional Movement: We teach you how to breathe and move safely during daily "mom tasks," like lifting a car seat or carrying a toddler.
Whether you are six weeks postpartum or six years postpartum, it is never too early—or too late—to start feeling like yourself again.
Your Questions, Answered
It’s okay if you aren’t sure if what you’re feeling is "normal." Many moms feel hesitant to bring up issues like incontinence or pain. Our clinic is a calm, professional, and compassionate space where you can share your story without judgment.
We help moms navigate:
- Urinary Incontinence: Ending the "leakage" when you laugh or jump.
- Diastasis Recti: Addressing the separation of the abdominal muscles.
- Pelvic Organ Prolapse: Managing that feeling of pelvic pressure.
- Core Weakness: Rebuilding stability from the inside out.
Postpartum symptoms can take a toll on your quality of life, but they don't have to define your motherhood experience. With the right guidance, you can move with confidence again.
Why Choose Primal Physical Therapy in Bryn Mawr?
Our leading physical therapist, Dr. JJ Thomas DPT, CMPT, FDNS, serves patients across the Main Line who are ready to heal—not just manage symptoms. Our practice emphasizes evidence-based care, hands-on service, and a whole-body approach.
We also collaborate with referring providers, including OB/GYNs, midwives, and other Main Line Health professionals, to make sure you feel supported throughout your healing journey.
Here’s what sets us apart:
- We provide extended, one-on-one sessions with licensed practitioners
- We focus on movement that reflects real life—parenting included
- We communicate clearly, openly, and without judgment
- We help you understand your body so you can make informed choices
- We focus on real outcomes like restoring confidence, mobility, and strength
Your Healing Matters
Postpartum recovery is not only about caring for your newborn; it’s also about honoring your body. You carried life, and that life changed your muscles, joints, and tissues.
Our Bryn Mawr physical therapy supports you through that change—restoring stability, relieving dysfunction, and helping you move with comfort again. You deserve compassionate care and support during this chapter. We’re ready when you’re ready.
Book your consultation today. Let's start your healing process—together.
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