Prenatal & Postpartum
Physiotherapy in Burnaby
Personalized Pregnancy Physiotherapy For Expecting Mothers
Why Prenatal Physiotherapy Matters
Pregnancy changes your body faster than almost anything else in life. The muscles, joints, and connective tissue that keep you upright and mobile are all working differently, often from the very first trimester. Prenatal physiotherapy helps you stay comfortable, move safely, and prepare your body for birth. Postpartum physiotherapy helps you rebuild strength and function after delivery.
At Baseline Health and Wellness, our physiotherapy team provides prenatal and postpartum care at our Burnaby clinic. No referral is needed to book.
Conditions Physiotherapy Can Help With
Many common pregnancy complaints, including back pain, pelvic pressure, leaking, and rib discomfort, are treatable. Prenatal physiotherapy in Burnaby gives you hands-on assessment and a plan built around where you are in your pregnancy.
Pelvic Girdle Pain and Symphysis Pubis Dysfunction: Pain at the front or back of the pelvis, difficulty crossing your legs, or sharp discomfort when rolling over in bed are all signs of pelvic girdle pain. We provide hands-on treatment and movement strategies to reduce aggravation throughout your pregnancy.
Pelvic Floor Dysfunction During Pregnancy: Leaking, urgency, or pelvic heaviness are signs the pelvic floor needs support. Our pelvic floor physiotherapy team prepares these muscles for the demands of labour and delivery.
Low Back Pain and Sciatica: As your centre of gravity shifts and the uterus grows, the low back absorbs more load. Pregnancy physiotherapy addresses the root cause with manual therapy, exercise, and posture coaching.
Diastasis Recti: Abdominal separation during pregnancy can cause core instability and low back pain that persists after birth. Physiotherapy helps you move safely and maintain core function across all three trimesters.
Rib Pain and Round Ligament Pain: Mid-back stiffness and sharp lower abdominal pain are common across the trimesters. Targeted exercise and gentle mobilization bring meaningful relief.
What to Expect at Your First Physiotherapy Appointment
Your first visit begins with a conversation. Your physiotherapist will ask about your pregnancy, your symptoms, your health history, and what you are hoping to get out of treatment. Nothing happens without your understanding and consent.
From there, your physiotherapist will assess your posture, movement patterns, and the specific areas causing discomfort. If pelvic floor assessment is relevant to your concerns, this will be explained clearly beforehand.
By the end of your first session, you will have a clear picture of what is contributing to your symptoms and a starting plan. Most patients leave with exercises and strategies they can use right away.
Postpartum Physiotherapy: Recovery After Birth
Birth is a significant physical event, whether vaginal or caesarean. Postpartum physiotherapy in Burnaby rebuilds the strength and function your body needs for early parenthood and beyond.
Common concerns we treat:
- Pelvic floor rehabilitation after vaginal delivery or caesarean section
- Diastasis recti assessment and abdominal rehabilitation
- Urinary leakage or pelvic pressure that has not resolved on its own
- Low back, hip, or sacroiliac joint pain from pregnancy or delivery
- Guidance on returning to exercise safely after birth
Our pelvic floor physiotherapy service is central to postnatal recovery. Whether you gave birth recently or years ago, it is never too late to address symptoms. Our Burnaby location offer postpartum physiotherapy to help you recover smoothly and quickly. See our rates page for pricing and direct billing information.
Why Choose Baseline Wellness for Prenatal and Postpartum Physiotherapy
Choosing the right support during pregnancy and recovery matters. At Baseline Health and Wellness, we provide prenatal and postpartum physiotherapy in Burnaby that is focused, evidence-based, and tailored to the realities of your day-to-day life.
Pregnancy physiotherapy is only as good as the practitioner delivering it. At Baseline Health and Wellness, our pelvic floor physiotherapy is led by Katy van’tSchip, MPT, a physiotherapist with a Master of Physical Therapy from UBC and specialized pelvic health training, including two and a half years of clinical experience in London, UK. Katy’s focus includes prenatal care, postpartum recovery, pelvic pain, diastasis recti, and bladder and bowel concerns.
We do not take a one size fits all approach. Your care plan is built around your symptoms, your stage of pregnancy or recovery, and your personal goals. Whether you are trying to stay active, reduce pain, prepare for birth, or rebuild strength postpartum, your treatment is designed to meet you where you are.