New Year, New You: Is This the Year You Finally Address Your Pelvic Health?
The New Year has a way of shining a light on the things we’ve been quietly tolerating.
That leak when you sneeze.
The discomfort during sex.
The heavy, dragging feeling you’ve been ignoring.
The back or hip pain that never fully settles.
If pelvic health issues have been on your mind — but slipped to the bottom of the list — this might be the year you finally take action.
As a pelvic health physiotherapist, I see so many people who say:
“I wish I’d done this sooner.”
Let’s answer some of the most searched pelvic health questions and talk about what actually helps.
“Is it normal to leak urine after having a baby?”
This is one of the most common pelvic health searches — and the short answer is:
Common? Yes. Normal? No.
Urinary leakage after pregnancy or birth often points to:
Pelvic floor muscle weakness
Poor coordination (not just strength)
Pressure management issues
Scar tissue or birth-related trauma
What helps:
A pelvic floor assessment (not just guessing with exercises)
Individualised pelvic floor rehab (not generic Kegels)
Learning how to manage pressure when you cough, lift, or exercise
How I can help:
I assess how your pelvic floor actually functions and create a plan that fits your body, lifestyle, and goals — whether that’s running, lifting, or just feeling confident again.
“Why does sex hurt — even months or years after birth?”
Pain with sex is never something you just have to live with, yet many people do.
Common causes include:
Pelvic floor muscle tension or spasm
Scar sensitivity (tears, episiotomy, C-section)
Hormonal changes (especially during breastfeeding or perimenopause)
Fear–pain cycles that keep muscles guarded
What helps:
Gentle pelvic floor release techniques
Scar desensitisation
Nervous system calming strategies
Gradual, guided return to intimacy
How I can help:
Pelvic health physio is about restoring comfort and confidence — not pushing through pain. We work at your pace, with compassion and discretion.
“What does pelvic organ prolapse feel like?”
Another highly searched question — often Googled quietly at night.
Pelvic organ prolapse can feel like:
Heaviness or dragging in the pelvis
A bulge or “something falling out”
Worsening symptoms at the end of the day
Discomfort during exercise or standing
What helps:
Pelvic floor rehabilitation
Breath and pressure management
Strengthening surrounding muscles
Lifestyle and load modifications
Surgery is not always the first or only option.
How I can help:
I help you understand your prolapse, reduce symptoms, and return to movement safely — without fear or misinformation.
“Do I really need pelvic floor exercises?”
This question comes up a lot — and the answer is:
Not everyone needs strengthening. Some people need relaxation first.
Pelvic floor issues can come from:
Weak muscles
Overactive/tight muscles
Poor timing and coordination
Holding tension all day without realising
What helps:
Knowing what your pelvic floor is doing
The right exercises — for you
Learning how to relax as well as strengthen
How I can help:
I take the guesswork out. No generic advice — just clear, evidence-based guidance.
“Is it too late to fix pelvic floor problems?”
This is one of my favourite questions to answer.
It is almost never too late.
I work with people who are:
Months postpartum
Years after birth
Navigating menopause
Recovering from surgery
Simply tired of putting themselves last
Your pelvic floor can improve at any stage of life.
Make This the Year You Stop Putting Up With Symptoms
The New Year doesn’t need extreme resolutions.
Sometimes the most powerful decision is simply to stop ignoring your body.
Pelvic health physiotherapy can help you:
Feel confident in your body again
Move without fear
Enjoy intimacy without pain
Trust your core and pelvic floor
Get answers instead of uncertainty
Ready to take the first step?
If you’ve been saying “I’ll deal with it later”, this might be your sign.
My 2026 diary is now open, and I’d love to support you in making this the year you prioritise your pelvic health — properly.
Get in touch to book an assessment or find out how pelvic health physiotherapy can help you.
