PREGNANCY & YOUR PELVIC FLOOR
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Most mothers are unaware that pregnancy can lead to the condition called Pelvic Floor Dysfunction (PFD). The complaints and symptoms from PFD seem common yet lead to pelvic disorders and muscular skeletal issues. PFD is misdiagnosed because of the commonness of the complaints and therefore many new moms live with the symptoms until they are advanced, often leading to surgery for Pelvic Organ Prolapse (POP).
If new moms were educated with early awareness many would be more pro-active to learn what habits to change and seek help early. This early awareness and early self-advocacy could assist many new moms. Furthermore, learning proper lifting and holding techniques of everyday items and the carrying of children can decrease dysfunctional pelvic floor muscles and the risk of pelvic organ prolapse.
If new moms were educated with early awareness many would be more pro-active to learn what habits to change and seek help early. This early awareness and early self-advocacy could assist many new moms. Furthermore, learning proper lifting and holding techniques of everyday items and the carrying of children can decrease dysfunctional pelvic floor muscles and the risk of pelvic organ prolapse.