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Prenatal & Postnatal Osteopathy
Support for your body through pregnancy and beyond
Pregnancy and new parenthood can be an exciting time, but it can also be physically demanding. Your body is adapting quickly, your posture and movement patterns change, and the day-to-day realities of carrying, feeding, lifting, and broken sleep can take their toll.
Prenatal and postnatal Osteopathy offers gentle, hands-on treatment to help ease discomfort, support mobility, and help you feel more comfortable in your changing body.
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Prenatal (Pregnancy) Osteopathy
How osteopathy may help during pregnancy
As your bump grows, it is common to notice new aches and pains, especially through the lower back, pelvis, hips, ribs, and upper back. Osteopathic treatment can help by addressing joint stiffness, muscular tension, and postural strain.
Common reasons people book during pregnancy include:
- Lower back pain
- Pelvic girdle pain (PGP) / SPD-type pain
- Hip pain
- Rib or mid-back pain
- Neck and shoulder tension
- Headaches linked to muscular tension
- General stiffness and reduced mobility
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What to Expect
Your appointment starts with a thorough case history and assessment, so we can understand what is going on and what you are finding most challenging.
Treatment is tailored to you and your stage of pregnancy, using gentle techniques to help reduce strain and improve comfort. If appropriate, we can also share practical advice on posture, movement, and self-care between appointments.
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Postnatal Osteopathy
Support after birth, whether your delivery was vaginal or C-section
After birth, your body is recovering while you are also doing a lot of new physical work. Feeding, holding, carrying, lifting, and settling your baby can all place extra demand on your back, shoulders, and hips.
Postnatal osteopathy can help support recovery and ease common postnatal aches and pains.
People often book postnatally for:
- Lower back pain
- Pelvic or hip discomfort
- Upper back, neck, and shoulder pain (often linked to feeding and carrying)
- Rib pain
- Wrist or forearm pain from lifting and holding
- Postural strain and general tightness
If you have had a C-section, we can also work gently with the body to help address tension patterns that can develop during recovery.
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Pre & Postnatal Pilates
Pregnancy and early parenthood can change how your body feels and moves. Pre and postnatal Pilates is a supportive way to stay active, build strength, and feel more comfortable as your body adapts.
Our sessions focus on safe, effective movement that supports posture, breathing, core and pelvic floor connection, and overall strength. Whether you are new to Pilates or returning after a break, we will guide you with clear options and modifications.
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Prenatal (Pregnancy) Pilates
Who can join our pregnancy-friendly classes?
For safety, we have two routes depending on whether you were already attending Pilates with us before pregnancy.
- If you were already doing Pilates with us before becoming pregnant: you can usually continue in classes with appropriate modifications.
- If you are already pregnant and new to Pilates with us: we require one-to-one sessions first so we can assess you properly and tailor your programme.
This approach helps us keep your movement safe and appropriate for your stage of pregnancy.
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What Prenatal Pilates Can Help With
Prenatal Pilates can be a great way to support your body as your bump grows. It may help you:
- Maintain strength and mobility through pregnancy
- Support posture as your centre of gravity changes
- Reduce common aches and pains through the back, hips, and pelvis
- Improve breathing and rib mobility
- Build confidence in safe movement and exercise
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What to Expect
Sessions are tailored to your stage of pregnancy and how you are feeling on the day. You will be guided through controlled, low impact exercises with options to make movements easier or more challenging.
We focus on quality of movement, alignment, and control, rather than pushing through discomfort.
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Postnatal Pilates
Assessment required before you start
After birth, your body needs time to recover, and it is important to return to strengthening in a safe, progressive way.
Before you join postnatal Pilates, we require an assessment. This allows us to check key factors such as:
- Abdominal separation (tummy gap / diastasis recti)
- Your overall readiness to begin strengthening after pregnancy
- Any symptoms that may need extra support (for example pelvic heaviness, pain, or leaking)
From there, we can recommend the most appropriate next step for you.
A supportive return to movement after birth
Postnatal Pilates offers a structured, progressive way to rebuild strength and confidence.
Postnatal Pilates may help you:
- Rebuild strength and stability through the core and hips
- Improve posture (especially if you are feeding and carrying frequently)
- Reduce tension through the neck, shoulders, and upper back
- Improve overall strength, mobility, and energy
We will always take your recovery into account, including C-section recovery.
Frequently Asked Questions
I am pregnant. Can I join a class?
If you were already attending Pilates with us before pregnancy, you can usually continue in classes with modifications.
If you are already pregnant and new to Pilates with us, you will need to start with one-to-one sessions first for your safety.
I have just had a baby. Can I start postnatal Pilates straight away?
We require an assessment before you start. This helps us check your tummy gap (diastasis recti) and your readiness to begin strengthening after pregnancy, so you can return to exercise safely.
Do I need to have done Pilates before?
No. We can guide complete beginners. If you are pregnant and new to us, you will start with one-to-one sessions first.
Is it suitable if I have pelvic girdle pain (PGP) or back pain?
Often, yes. Pilates can be adapted to support you. We will always work within your comfort and modify movements to avoid aggravating symptoms.
Can I bring my baby?
For 1 to 1 sessions, you could bring your baby especially as they will still be in a car seat stage. As they get older and start moving, it might be a little bit distracting for you to concentrate but of course we can accommodate. Please let us know when you book so we can advise on the most suitable session type and set expectations.
What should I wear?
Wear comfortable clothing you can move in. Grip socks mandatory for reformer sessions.
