As pelvic health physiotherapists, we often focus on pelvic floor and core recovery after birth, but there’s an area that deserves equal attention: the shoulders, arms, and wrists. In the early postpartum period, many new parents experience pain, stiffness, or weakness in the distal arm and wrist. These symptoms can significantly impact daily functioning, from lifting your baby and pushing a stroller, to feeding, carrying laundry, or using your phone. Today, we’re diving into why these...

By Stephanie McKenzie Vaginal dryness is a common concern that many women experience at different stages of life yet it’s not often talked about. Whether related to hormonal changes, menopause, breastfeeding, certain medications or pelvic health conditions, dryness can lead to discomfort, irritation and even pain with sexual intercourse. What is a Vaginal Moisturiser? A vaginal moisturiser is a product designed to hydrate and maintain the natural moisture balance of the vaginal and vulval...

Many people associate ‘constipation’ with those firm, little ‘rabbit droppings’ poos that leave you feeling sore and frustrated. However there is more to constipation than the size of your stool, and it’s really how well you are emptying your bowels that matters. What Is Constipation? Constipation is defined as any problem with passing stool. Constipation generally means passing fewer than three stools a week or having a difficult time passing stool. Constipation is often typically associated...