How Can Pelvic Floor Physiotherapy Help During Pregnancy? The 4 P’s.
One of the most common statements I hear from moms that have gone through pregnancy is “I should have come earlier!”. So why are moms not coming in for pelvic floor physiotherapy? Worried about safety during pregnancy? Pelvic floor physiotherapy is a completely safe therapy to partake in during pregnancy. Think about it this way: you…
Todays Parent – Postpartum Recovery
Our Top Tips For Postpartum Recovery Most of us are led to believe that becoming a mother will be nothing short of magical and amazing. You’ll be laughing and well rested and always glowing. You will have a wild and deep bond with your partner, unlike any bond you’ve ever had before. Your body will…
Infant and Baby Massage
Touch: Our First Language One of the first things that any birthing person does is reach down for their baby when they’re born and snuggle them! In many ways, touch is our first language. We touch and hug our babies, our kids, our partners and our friends in order to soothe them. Research shows that…
What to do if you tore your clitoris giving birth
While clitoral tearing is not common, it can happen in very rare situations. The good news is, it can be treated through Pelvic Floor Physiotherapy. Read the article below to find out what Amy Gildner, our Pelvic Floor Physiotherapist recommends if you tore your clitoris giving birth. https://www.todaysparent.com/pregnancy/giving-birth/i-tore-my-clitoris-giving-birth/ Start your journey with Oona Get the support…
Prenatal Breastfeeding Education – The First Step to Achieving your Breastfeeding Goals!
Pregnancy is an amazing experience. Our bodies change every day as life grows within us. Right from the start we are in awe of how we are able to nurture our baby and we long to know more about him or her. The websites tell us that our baby is as large as a kidney-bean, a strawberry,…
Oona’ Founder Wins a SAVVY Mom Award
It’s been an exciting few months over here at Oona! We are thrilled to share that our founder, Dr. Sarah Mickeler, was voted a Silver Winner in the 2018 Best New Mom Entrepreneur Category by SavvyMom Awards – Canada’s Most Trusted Resource for Parents. On October 25, 2018, our Savvy Mom received her award at the First…
Bedwetting? Pelvic Physiotherapy Can Help Kids Too!
We often associate pelvic floor dysfunction as an adult problem. In reality, pelvic dysfunction is NOT just an adult problem! Many children (ages 4-18 years of age) suffer from day and night time conditions which can be embarrassing for the child and taxing on the entire family. Some of the most common conditions may include:…
More Than Baby Blues: Postpartum Depression & Anxiety
Let’s face it, motherhood has its challenges. The stresses of the day-to-day—from the usual things to the unusual, and even the unexpected—can all feel overwhelming and cause a lot of wear-and-tear to our mental health, not to mention our relationship with ourselves and others. At Oona we recognize that transitioning into motherhood can be hard—whether it’s…
5 Myths About Pelvic Floor Physiotherapy
Myth: I only need to see a pelvic floor physiotherapist AFTER I’ve had my baby Fact: Pelvic Floor Physiotherapy (PFPT) is useful before, during, and after pregnancy. During your pregnancy, PFPT can really help with relieving pelvic pain (such as groin pain, low back pain, hip pain, etc), and can address any issues with incontinence or…
Pregnancy Tips: Turning Over in Bed Without Pain
At Oona, we believe that pregnancy doesn’t have to hurt. Check out this short video to learn how you can ease the ache at night in bed. See below for the video transcript: Hey guys, it’s Dr. Sarah from Oona. In this video, we’re going to talk about turning over in bed [while pregnant]. Doctor…
Learn About Pelvic Floor Physiotherapy
pelvic floor physio can be useful during pregnancy to help with symptoms such as low back pain, hip pain, leaking or pain with intercourse.
