Postpartum Recovery in Motion – Pelvic Floor PT & Return to Fitness in Woburn

February 3, 2026

You’ve Had the Baby—Now What About Your Recovery?

Athlete with bandaged leg being assisted by another athlete on a track.

Giving birth is one of the most physically demanding things your body can do—but what comes after is just as important. Postpartum recovery often takes a back seat to baby care, yet this is the time when your body needs focused support to heal, rebuild, and return to the activities you love.

At Athletic Evolution Woburn, we specialize in pelvic floor physical therapy that helps new moms safely regain strength, restore core control, and confidently return to exercise. Whether you’re a first-time mom or a seasoned parent, we’re here to help you move—and feel—better after pregnancy.


Why Postpartum Recovery Deserves Real Rehab

Many moms hear "just wait 6 weeks" before resuming normal activities. But the truth is, without proper rehabilitation, issues like pain, incontinence, or pelvic heaviness can linger for months—or even years.

Postpartum pelvic floor therapy focuses on:

  • Healing tissues affected by childbirth (including C-section or perineal tears)

  • Rebuilding core and pelvic stability

  • Addressing urinary leaking, pressure, or pelvic pain

  • Correcting posture and breathing mechanics

  • Supporting your return to workouts, running, lifting, or daily movement

You don’t need to "just deal with it." Physical therapy offers real solutions.


Who Should Consider Postpartum Pelvic Floor PT?

Whether you had a vaginal or cesarean delivery, postpartum PT can benefit you. You may be a great candidate if you’re experiencing:

  • Urinary leaking (while laughing, sneezing, lifting, or running)

  • Pelvic pressure or heaviness

  • Pain with intercourse

  • Lower back, hip, or tailbone pain

  • Core weakness or visible “doming” with movements

  • Diastasis recti (abdominal separation)

  • Difficulty returning to exercise or lifting your child without discomfort

Even if you're symptom-free, a postpartum movement assessment can catch hidden imbalances before they become chronic issues.


What to Expect During Your First Postpartum PT Session

Your first session at Athletic Evolution Woburn includes:

  • A private, 1-on-1 evaluation with a licensed pelvic floor therapist

  • Review of your birth story, symptoms, daily activities, and goals

  • Breathing assessment and postural screening

  • Evaluation of abdominal wall and pelvic floor function

  • Option for internal or external pelvic floor assessment (always consent-based)

  • Education on what's normal, what's not, and how to heal

You'll leave with a clear plan and the confidence that you're on the right track—not just guessing your way back to fitness.


Key Areas We Address in Postpartum Rehab

1. Core & Pelvic Floor Coordination

Pregnancy changes your breathing and pressure system. We help you reconnect your diaphragm, deep core, and pelvic floor through:

  • Breathing drills

  • Postural retraining

  • Functional movements like squatting and lifting


2. Strength and Stability

We progressively reintroduce exercises to strengthen your:

  • Glutes

  • Hips

  • Core

  • Back

  • Shoulders

All tailored to support parenting demands (like carrying a car seat, lifting strollers, and getting off the floor).


3. Return to Running or Fitness

Ready to get back to your favorite workout? We guide your return through:

  • Impact preparation

  • Landing mechanics

  • Pelvic floor endurance

  • Core control under load

Whether it's CrossFit, Pilates, or stroller jogging around Woburn, we build the foundation first—then add challenge safely.


4. Education and Empowerment

We answer your questions like:

  • When can I do crunches again?

  • Is leaking ever normal?

  • Can I lift weights while breastfeeding?

  • What about intimacy pain?

There’s no judgment—just expert support, every step of the way.


Real Story: Postpartum PT in Action

A 34-year-old mom of two from Burlington came to us six months postpartum. She’d returned to light jogging but noticed hip pain and urinary leaking during runs. After an assessment, we found:

  • Weak glute activation

  • Poor core engagement under load

  • Pelvic floor fatigue with impact

After eight weeks of pelvic floor PT and progressive strength work, she returned to running symptom-free—with better endurance and confidence than before.


FAQs: Postpartum Pelvic Floor PT

Q: How soon after giving birth can I start PT?
A: We can begin as early as 2–4 weeks postpartum with gentle rehab. Full programming usually starts after your 6-week checkup (or sooner with provider clearance).

Q: Do I need a doctor’s referral?
A: Not in Massachusetts. You can start PT without a referral. We’ll coordinate with your provider if needed.

Q: Is pelvic floor PT covered by insurance?
A: Often, yes. We verify your benefits and also offer affordable out-of-pocket plans if needed.

Q: What if I had a C-section?
A: You’re still a candidate for PT. We address scar mobility, core retraining, and movement mechanics specific to C-section recovery.

Q: Is internal assessment required?
A: No. We always explain options, and internal work is only done with your consent. Many improvements can be made with external work alone.


Why New Moms in Woburn Choose Athletic Evolution

Our pelvic floor program is trusted across Greater Boston because we:

  • Specialize in athlete-focused postpartum care

  • Offer private, comfortable sessions with expert therapists

  • Combine rehab and fitness under one roof

  • Provide real answers—not cookie-cutter advice

  • Work with OB-GYNs, doulas, and birth providers across Middlesex County

Whether your goal is to run again, lift without leaking, or just feel like yourself—we’re here to help you get there.


Call to Action: Rebuild with Confidence

Motherhood changes your body—but you don’t have to accept pain, leaking, or weakness as your new normal. Start your postpartum recovery with guidance that’s backed by science, delivered with compassion, and personalized to you.

Athletic Evolution Woburn
800 West Cummings Park, Suite 1550
Woburn, MA 01801
(781) 935‑7701
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