Peak Performance & Wellbeing

19/04/2026

Caesarean recovery can feel straight forward for some women, while others, it can feel overwhelming and heavier both physically and emotionally than expected.

Understanding what can be involved in a caesarean recovery and what you may experience can help you feel better prepared, empowered and confident in seeking support if needed.

You may experience:
🌿 Reduced bladder sensation, this is where your bladders sensation of filling or feeling full is altered, affecting voiding. If the bladder is too full, this can cause abdominal discomfort.
🌿 Pelvic floor concerns including pelvic heaviness or pressure and urine leakage.
🌿 Scar soreness and bruising sensations, other altered sensations like tingling and numbess. Some women can experience an aversion to touching or looking at their scar.
🌿 Abdominal/core weakness.
🌿 Pain with movement or exercise.
🌿 Sexual pain following childbirth can be due to hormonal changes, vaginal dryness, healing issues and pelvic floor tension.

These experiences are common, however you don’t have to put up with them and they don’t have to be your new normal.

Individualised care involving progressive strengthening programs are critical for optimising recovery and wellbeing.

Save this info if you are a new or expecting mother and always reach out to a qualified Pelvic Health Physiotherapist if you need guidance in your recovery.

15/03/2026

One week on, a beautiful morning of relaxation and replenishment, a big supporter of women to take time, to refill our cups and connect with others 🙌🏼

11/03/2026

✨️ Injury prevention for female athletes, women and girls. ✨️

✅️ Exercise based interventions are key in injury prevention.

✅️ Physio-led targeted education and workshops are key to drive behaviour change between coach and athlete.

✅️ Physiological factors such as menstrual cycle changes, pregnancy, postpartum recovery, breast health, pelvic health and life stage transitioning can influence a female athlete's risk of injury and their response to participation.

Australian Physiotherapy Association is the peak body representing the interests of 34,000+ physiotherapists & their patients. See PD, resources & advocacy.

07/03/2026

International Women’s Day 2026 💓

Personally, and professionally, I am honoured to be surrounded by some incredible women in my life. Women who all encourage and inspire growth, support and uplift one another!

01/03/2026

This week I had the absolute pleasure of presenting to a mother’s group that holds a very special place in my heart 💓

In what felt like a full circle moment, it was wonderful to give back to a group that in my most vulnerable time as a new Mumma, provided me with a place to feel heard and form connections.

This week I spoke about stress urinary incontinence (SUI), a highly prevalent postpartum condition affecting 20-30% of women in their first year following birth.

SUI is the involuntary leakage of urine caused by an increase in abdominal pressure, for example coughing, sneezing, laughing, exercising or simply lifting up your baby.

Risk factors for SUI include:
- Vaginal delivery, traumatic delivery and multiple deliveries
- History of incontinence during pregnancy
- Chronic constipation
- Chronic cough
- Heavy lifting or high impact sports
- Hormonal changes during menopause
- Obesity

It’s common to experience, but NOT normal and can be treated.

First-line management includes Pelvic Floor Muscle Training (PFMT) under the guidance of a qualified Pelvic Health Physiotherapist, with an individualised treatment and management plan.

We also discussed the use of “The Knack” in anticipating SUI, along with questions around ligament laxity, hormone changes, and the importance of scar management for both caesarean and perineal scar tissue.

If this sounds like you, book an appointment at Peak Performance & Wellbeing for an individualised assessment and management plan.

22/02/2026

Your pelvic floor deserves expert care 🤍
Strong. Supported. Informed.

We’re here for bladder leaks, pelvic pain, postnatal recovery and everything in between, because women’s health is not “just part of being a woman.”

20/02/2026

We strongly believe every woman should attend a pelvic health appointment with a qualified Pelvic Health Physiotherapist during pregnancy.

Whether or not you’re experiencing pain or dysfunction, a pelvic health appointment should be considered an essential part of your antenatal care. Every pregnancy journey is different and being proactive makes all the difference!

At your appointment with Candice at Peak Performance & Wellbeing, we will:
• Discuss your journey so far
•Help identify and prevent common pregnancy and postnatal concerns
• Provide treatment and management strategies if needed

You’ll also learn about:
• Correct pelvic floor muscle activation
• Management of pregnancy-related pelvic girdle pain
• Safe exercise during pregnancy
• Birth preparation strategies

Invest in your body, your birth, and your recovery!

Book your appointment with Candice today 💓

12/02/2026

Women’s health is not one season, it’s a lifetime💓

At Peak Performance and Wellbeing, we provide women’s health physiotherapy, supporting women from adolescence through to the actively ageing with compassionate care tailored to your stage of life.

Whether you’re experiencing symptoms, preparing for change or optimising performance - women’s health physiotherapy can support you!

08/02/2026

Hi, I’m Candice 👋🏼

Physiotherapist and the founder of Peak Performance and Wellbeing 💓

I’m a toddler mumma to a lively 2-year-old, a Fitstopper, long-time endurance athlete, and a lover of cake and coffee ☕🍰

I uniquely blend my expertise in Musculoskeletal Physiotherapy with a strong passion for Women’s and Pelvic Health, bringing a fresh, holistic approach to care in Brisbane’s inner north-west. With over 15 years of clinical experience across private practice, hospital and Defence settings, you’re in experienced hands 🤝🏻

In this season of life, I have a special passion for supporting women through pregnancy and postnatal rehabilitation, sharing care and guidance with expectant and new mums throughout their journey🤰🏼

Outside the studio, you’ll find me enjoying the outdoors, chasing my next goal, and spending quality time with my son ✨