Kegels are often highlighted as the most important, but pelvic floor relaxation is equally essential. Like any muscle group, the pelvic floor must be both strong and capable of moving through its full range of motion, and our pelvic floor PTs can help you connect with your pelvic floor muscles.

Thinking about trying for a VBAC? Many people are surprised to learn that a vaginal birth after a previous C-section is not only possible but can be a safe and empowering option. Understanding the factors that influence VBAC success, can help you feel confident and informed as you plan your next birth.

At Foundation Pelvic Health’s Boston clinic, our pelvic floor physical therapists talk a lot about breathing. Your breath isn’t just about getting oxygen — it’s a tool for pelvic health, core strength, and whole-body stability. That’s why our pelvic floor PTs spend time helping you connect your breathing with your movement. When your core canister is working in harmony, you feel stronger, more supported, and more in control. Let’s break it down and talk about why it’s such an important part of pelvic health!

Vaginal dilators and pelvic floor wands are often recommended in pelvic floor therapy, and they offer different benefits depending on your needs. Our pelvic floor therapists in our Boston office can guide you in choosing the right tool for your healing journey!

Birth prep is a huge part of our caseloads at Foundations Pelvic Health. We spend lots of time with patients discussing perineal massage, how to push, labor and pushing positions, pain management, and birth preferences. Follow along on my day on the labor and delivery floor at a Boston hospital to see the ins and outs of what happens on the big day!

Get ready for birth with confidence! At Foundations Pelvic Health, our Birth Prep visits help you and your partner prepare for labor and delivery with expert guidance on pushing, pain relief, and postpartum care - so you both feel supported every step of the way.

You may have seen the menstrual cycle referred to as the “fifth vital sign.” Our pelvic floor PTs at Foundations Pelvic Health often ask our patients about their periods and cycle, as it can help us understand your pelvic health symptoms better!

Let’s break down what is a Kegel, how we assess for them, and if you should be doing them! Our pelvic floor PTs at Foundations Pelvic Health help answer all of your pelvic floor questions!

What are the 4 stages of labor? Let’s chat about that, and how different positions may be helpful during different stages of labor

Diastasis Rectus Abdominus (DRA) is a buzzword during pregnancy and postpartum so let’s break it down!

Prolapse is when one of your pelvic organs starts to push into the walls of the vagina, effectively becoming a “nosy neighbor”. Our pelvic floor PTs can be helpful with managing your symptoms!

Scheduling your first pelvic floor physical therapy appointment is an amazing first step to take care of your pelvic health, but you’re curious and maybe nervous about what the exam entails.