Any time is a good time! Pelvic floor dysfunction can occur in any age group and any gender. But having a thorough assessment by a pelvic floor therapist can be hugely valuable especially during prenatal and postpartum timeframes.

Here is a list of symptoms that tell you it's time to see a pelvic floor therapist:

  • Leaking urine or feces. Urinary and fecal incontinence is never normal, despite what society tells us 
  • Painful intercourse
  • Pain in the low back, hips, tailbone, pelvis, or abdomen 
  • Scar tissue pain or sensitivity from c-section and perineal scars 
  • Feeling heaviness or pressure in your vaginal area
  • Seeing or feeling a bulge coming from your vagina 
  • Diastasis recti —abdominal separation, doming or coning in your abdomen
  • Urinary frequency and urgency 
  • Difficulty or pain with urination or defecation 
  • Feeling unsure about how to start or when is a good time to start exercise or running after having a baby

If you are experiencing any of these symptoms, know that you are not alone and there is help for you! Please seek out a pelvic floor therapist to help guide you in the right direction.