Author: mummysphysio

Physically one of the most challenging moments in life, childbirth happens to be ‘traumatic’ for 1 every 3 women. Whether delivery was difficult (even the slightest) and/or c-section was necessary, it is common to end up with what we call birth traumas. Mothers and babies can experience physical and psychological consequences from childbirth, from big or small injuries to postnatal Baby Blues or even depression.

This is why it is important to question yourself on whether your delivery has been traumatic and get help from osteopathy to relieve from physical and emotional traumas.

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Childbirth is undeniably one of the most overwhelming moments in a woman’s life and even if the delivery goes as well as you could possibly imagine, it is common to suffer from different consequences, physical or psychological.

In the year following delivery, 1 woman out of 10 will experience what we call PND (postnatal depression) or Baby Blues. As a psychological effect of childbirth, the signs of postnatal depression can be subtle and not as easy to recognise as we imagine.

Here’s a little guide to help you spot the signs of postpartum depression and how you can benefit from osteopathy.

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Article by our women’s health specialist

Many women experience what is called sexual dysfunctions at some point in their life, and at any age. Sexual problems affect 30% of young and middle-aged women and can sometimes goes up to 50% of older women.

But what is a sexual dysfunction exactly, what are the causes and how can we treat it? Here’s a little guide to help you self-diagnose sexual problems that physiotherapy can help with. Read more

During pregnancy, it is very common for women to have swollen and heavy legs or swollen hands and arms. The most efficient way to avoid it, is to do regular lymphatic drainage with a specialist.  Our physiotherapist have years of experience to treat this issue. Find below more information about oedema and lymphatic drainage. Read more

Women  often experience circulatory problems and oedema. It can appear anywhere in the body, but it is most common in the legs, ankles, feet and hands.
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Mummy’s physio is a French Physiotherapy practice in London specialising in helping pregnant women and new mothers overcome any issues they experience as a result of their pregnancy or giving birth. However, we don’t only stop there, we dedicate ourselves to resolving a variety of health issues specific to women and helping women lead a healthier and happier life.
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Training the pelvic floor muscles is crucial for any woman after giving birth in order to avoid incontinence or overactive bladder issues, back pain, pelvic pain or loss of sexual sensation. Getting back in shape and a flat stomach is also important. The Hypopressive Method is the ultimate method to work on all this condition in a safe and efficient way. Read more

London life can be hectic and you might sometime feel that you don’t have anytime to take care of yourself. Mummysphysio have the solution for busy parents who still want to take care of their body but don’t have enough time.

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https://www.theguardian.com/commentisfree/2016/nov/02/french-mothers-bladder-incontinence-nadia-sawalha?CMP=fb_gu