Emerge Physical Therapy and Wellness – Lincoln Park, Chicago
Bringing a baby into the world is a life-changing experience — physically, emotionally, and mentally. But after delivery, many new moms are left wondering:
💭 “Is what I’m feeling normal?”
💭 “Do I just need more time, or should I see a specialist?”
The truth is, every woman’s postpartum recovery is different, but there are clear signs that your pelvic floor may need extra support. At Emerge Physical Therapy and Wellness in Lincoln Park, we help new moms confidently return to the activities they love — leak-free, pain-free, and strong.
0–6 Weeks: The Early Healing Phase
What’s normal:
Mild soreness or pressure in the pelvic area
Light spotting or discharge
Feeling “weak” in your core and pelvic floor
Fatigue and difficulty holding in gas/urine (short-term)
Gentle things you can do:
Deep breathing (diaphragmatic) to reconnect with your core and pelvic floor
Short, slow walks to promote blood flow
Rest — your body is doing a lot behind the scenes
🚫 Avoid: Heavy lifting, crunches, jumping, or high-impact exercise.
6–12 Weeks: Regaining Strength
By this stage, most women have their first postpartum check-up. Unfortunately, pelvic floor function isn’t always assessed — but it should be.
You may still notice:
Leaking urine when sneezing, laughing, or exercising (stress incontinence)
A heavy or “falling out” sensation in the vagina (possible prolapse)
Ongoing pain with intercourse
Abdominal separation (diastasis recti)
When to see a pelvic floor PT:
If these symptoms continue past 6–8 weeks, they’re not “just normal mom life” — they’re signs your pelvic floor needs guided rehabilitation.
The Role of Pelvic Floor Physical Therapy
At Emerge Physical Therapy, we use a combination of:
Individualized exercises to strengthen and coordinate your pelvic floor and core
Manual therapy to release scar tissue or tension from birth
Education on posture, lifting mechanics, and breath to reduce strain on healing tissues
Return-to-activity plans so you can safely run, lift, and play without fear of leaking or injury
Why Lincoln Park Moms Choose Emerge PT
Our clinic specializes in women’s pelvic health, serving new moms, active women, and anyone experiencing pelvic floor dysfunction. We’re here to help you:
Eliminate leaking
Heal abdominal separation
Reduce pelvic and back pain
Rebuild strength for daily life and workouts
📍 Conveniently located in Lincoln Park, Chicago, with flexible scheduling for busy moms.
Bottom Line
Some changes after birth are temporary. But if you’re still leaking, feeling pressure, or experiencing pain weeks after delivery, don’t wait — the sooner you start pelvic floor therapy, the faster and easier your recovery can be.
Ready to feel like yourself again?
Book your postpartum pelvic floor evaluation at Emerge Physical Therapy and Wellness today.
📞 Call: 312-598-9991
🌐 Visit: emergeptw.com
