Complete Pelvic Floor Physiotherapy

08/12/2025

Pregnancy, Birth & Postnatal Care Voucher Gift ❤😍👶🏽

Pregnancy and the months after birth can bring changes that are often unexpected. Pelvic health physiotherapy can help with comfort, confidence, and recovery during this time.
A voucher can be a gentle and practical gift for someone who might appreciate some extra support as their body adapts through pregnancy, after birth, or anywhere in between.

If they’re unsure where to start, we can guide them through their first appointment and create a personalised ongoing management plan.
📞 (02) 4975 1311
🌐 completepelvicfloorphysiotherapy.com.au/voucher

04/12/2025

Give the Gift of Better Pelvic Health 🌟❤❤
Our new physiotherapy gift vouchers are now available, offering a practical and thoughtful way to support someone you care about. Pelvic health affects people at every age and stage of life — and many people put off getting help until things become harder than they need to be.

A voucher can make it easier for someone to take that first step, whether they’re dealing with changes after childbirth, preparing for or recovering from surgery, navigating menopause, managing bladder or bowel concerns, or helping a child with continence difficulties.
We’ve created flexible voucher options so people can choose what feels right for them, and our team is always here to guide anyone who’s unsure where to start.

If you’d like to learn more, we’re happy to help.
📞 (02) 4975 1311
🌐 completepelvicfloorphysiotherapy.com.au/voucher 😊

Wellbeing Voucher Looking for a meaningful gift that supports health and wellbeing? Our physiotherapy vouchers are a thoughtful way to help yourself or someone you care about access personalised pelvic health

28/11/2025

✨ Time to Check In With Your Bladder Health ✨

This November, we join the International Urogynecology Association (IUGA) in spotlighting Bladder Health Awareness Month — a reminder that everyone deserves comfort, confidence, and control when it comes to bladder function.

Bladder problems are common, but they are not something you need to simply “put up with.”
Whether you’re young or older, pregnant or postpartum, navigating menopause, living with disability, or simply noticing changes, a pelvic floor physiotherapist can assess your bladder habits and help you regain ease.

Everyday habits that support a healthier bladder (IUGA, 2025):
• Drink steadily through the day and moderate bladder irritants like coffee, tea, soft drink, and alcohol.
• Strengthen your pelvic floor for better bladder support.
• Add fibre to your diet for smoother bowel movements.
• Support your bladder by maintaining a healthy weight.
• Fully relax on the toilet and avoid straining.
• Keep an eye on changes — urgency, leakage, pain, nocturia, or infections.

If you’re unsure whether your bladder habits are typical, or you’d just like a review, our physiotherapists are here to guide you with care and expertise. Contact us any time — your bladder health matters.

Complete Pelvic Floor Physio – Newcastle
(02) 4975 1311
https://completepelvicfloorphysiotherapy.com.au/

27/11/2025

🌼 Constipation is more common in children than many parents realise — affecting around 1 in 5 kids.
It can cause pain, fear of using the toilet, “holding on” behaviours, and even accidents in underwear.
But the good news is: with the right support, children can overcome constipation and feel confident going to the toilet again.

At Complete Pelvic Floor Physiotherapy, we use gentle, child-friendly assessment (no internal exams) and help families with:
✅ Healthy bowel habits
✅ Relaxed and effective toileting
✅ Pelvic floor confidence
✅ Diet and routine changes that make toileting easier

If your child is struggling, you are not alone — and help is available.
We’re here to support you and your child with kindness, knowledge, and practical steps forward. 💛

📍 Complete Pelvic Floor Physio – Newcastle
📞 (02) 4975 1311
🌐 https://completepelvicfloorphysiotherapy.com.au/children/bowel-children/

Bowel Physiotherapy for Children Faecal Incontinence or Soiling About 1 to 3 % of children experience soiling (faecal incontinence) and they may also experience wetting. Soiling occurs when the bowels are emptied in places other than the toilet. If a child has regular soiling or poo accidents after....

20/11/2025

🥣 Fibre Diary got you down? 🍐
Here are some simple tips to make tracking fibre a little easier ✅

🌱 Fibre only comes from plants
• Foods from animals contain zero fibre — so no need to look up eggs, meat, fish, chicken, milk or cheese.
• Plant-based drinks like soy, oat, almond milk often do contain fibre and can be counted.

😄 TOP TIP - eat raspberries not grapes!
A bunch of grapes looks like a lot of fruit but has only about 0.9 grams of fibre.
The same amount of raspberries – nearly 6.5 grams.

💻 If you're tech-savvy (or have someone in the house who is)
• Use a website or app such as CalorieKing or Nutritionix to check fibre content by brand and serving size.

🤖 A quick note about AI tools
• Tools like ChatGPT may sound helpful, but they aren't built for accurate nutrition calculations and may not use real verified data.

📝 You don’t need to calculate as you eat
• Write down what you ate and work out the fibre later — that still counts as tracking.

👌 Don’t stress the tiny numbers
• A splash of oat milk or a teaspoon of garlic won’t make or break your total.
• The goal is to understand patterns, not hit perfect decimals.

Still feeling stuck?
A simple food log without fibre numbers can still help us understand your diet and can give us an idea of your fibre intake and help us guide your treatment. 💚

📍 Complete Pelvic Floor Physio – Newcastle
📞 (02) 4975 1311
🌐 https://completepelvicfloorphysiotherapy.com.au/how-get-more-fibre/

Learn what fibre actually is, why it matters for bowel and whole-body health, and how to boost your daily intake with easy, realistic food swaps and additions.

13/11/2025

✨ Functional Bowel Disorders ✨
Did you know 1 in 3 people worldwide experience Functional Bowel Disorders?

Common symptoms include:
🔹 59% constipation
🔹 35% diarrhoea
🔹 14.8% weekly bloating
🔹 6.5% abdominal pain

Irritable Bowel Syndrome (IBS) is one type within this group of conditions.
These symptoms can affect quality of life, mental health, social confidence, and even lead to increased medical appointments and treatments.

The good news?
Pelvic Floor Physiotherapy can often reduce or help manage these symptoms, improving comfort, function and confidence in daily life.

If you’re experiencing any of these symptoms, you are not alone — and support is available.
Contact Complete Pelvic Floor Physiotherapy to see how we can help. 💚

📍 Complete Pelvic Floor Physio – Newcastle
📞 (02) 4975 1311
🌐 https://completepelvicfloorphysiotherapy.com.au/

Complete Pelvic Floor Physiotherapy provides expert care in Newcastle and Lake Macquarie for women, men, and children. We treat incontinence, prolapse, pelvic pain, erectile dysfunction, and bedwetting with personalised, evidence-based rehabilitation.

06/11/2025

.
Irritable Bowel Syndrome (IBS) ✨
Does Irritable Bowel Syndrome (IBS) control your life?
You’re not alone.

At Complete Pelvic Floor Physiotherapy, we regularly treat people living with IBS. Physiotherapy can often help manage and reduce symptoms — you don’t have to struggle alone.
Common IBS symptoms include:
👉 Constipation or diarrhoea (or both)
👉 Abdominal pain or cramping
👉 Bloating
👉 Feeling of incomplete emptying of the bowels

A recent study by The American Gastroenterological Association (AGA) found that symptoms disrupt people’s lives an average of 19 days every month — including 11 days affecting work or school, and 8 days reducing personal activities.
58% of people spend less time with family and friends, and 77% avoid places with limited toilet access. (Medscape, August 22, 2025)

Don’t let IBS control your life. Call Complete Pelvic Floor Physiotherapy for an appointment.
📍 Complete Pelvic Floor Physio – Newcastle
📞 Call us: (02) 4975 1311
🌐 Visit: https://completepelvicfloorphysiotherapy.com.au/

03/11/2025

What a weekend in Napier, New Zealand! 😃😃
I’ve just completed my second half marathon at IronMaori — and what an experience. The day started at a freezing 🥶 10 degrees, overcast and icy, but the atmosphere was warm and inspiring.

IronMaori is one of the most welcoming, encouraging events I’ve ever taken part in. The race began with a traditional blessing of the course, and the community spirit has been incredible from start to finish. ✨

The sun is finally coming out now 🌤️ …and in about two hours there’s a good chance I won’t be able to walk 🤣😂
But every step was worth it.

Beautiful location. Beautiful people. Beautiful event. ✅
Feeling grateful, tired, and very, very happy.

— Eileen
Complete Pelvic Floor Physiotherapy

📍 Newcastle NSW
🌐 completepelvicfloorphysiotherapy.com.au

30/10/2025

🎃👻 Halloween is about fun, not fear 👻🎃

Bladder leaks or pelvic discomfort shouldn’t haunt your everyday life. At Complete Pelvic Floor Physiotherapy, we provide a safe, inclusive, and caring space for everyone. 💕

Whether you’re managing bladder concerns, pelvic floor weakness, or just want to feel stronger and more confident, our supportive team is here to help you every step of the way.

📍 Complete Pelvic Floor Physio – Newcastle
📞 Call us: (02) 4975 1311
🌐 Visit: www.completepelvicfloorphysiotherapy.com.au

🎃

27/10/2025

🌸 Menopause and Lifestyle Medicine – Finding Your Balance 🌸

Menopause is a natural stage of life, usually between 45 and 55, and while it comes with challenges, there are many ways to support your health and wellbeing through this transition.

Alongside medical treatments, lifestyle medicine offers simple, everyday strategies to help manage symptoms. This includes:
💚 Healthy eating
💚 Staying active
💚 Supporting your mental wellbeing
💚 Avoiding risky substances
💚 Restorative sleep
💚 Nurturing healthy relationships

✨ Exercise is one of the most powerful tools.
The International Menopause Society recommends at least 150 minutes of moderate-intensity activity (like walking, swimming, cycling, or dancing) plus 2+ days of strength training each week (such as yoga, bodyweight, or resistance exercises). Regular exercise can help lower body fat, improve energy, and boost confidence.

But we also understand why many women hesitate. Caring for family, work pressures, and worries about symptoms like bladder leakage, bowel concerns, or feelings of heaviness in the pelvis can make exercise feel overwhelming.

That’s where we come in 💕. At Complete Pelvic Floor Physiotherapy, we can gently assess your pelvic floor, reassure you, and guide you towards safe, effective exercises that fit your body and your goals. You don’t need to go through this stage of life alone — we’re here to help you move, feel stronger, and thrive.

📍 Complete Pelvic Floor Physio – Newcastle
📞 Call us: (02) 4975 1311
🌐 Visit: https://completepelvicfloorphysiotherapy.com.au/menopause

Discover how lifestyle medicine and exercise can support women during menopause. Learn about aerobic and resistance training, barriers to exercise, and how pelvic floor physiotherapy can help you manage symptoms and stay active.

24/10/2025

🌈 We’re proud to be a Welcome Here Project member!

Complete Pelvic Floor Physio is now part of the Welcome Here Project, which supports businesses and services across Australia to create and promote environments that are visibly welcoming and inclusive of le***an, gay, bisexual, trans, and q***r (LGBTQ+) communities.

When you see the rainbow logo on our door, you’ll know you’re entering a space that is a safe, supportive, and inclusive space for everyone. 💙💜💛💚❤️

📍 Complete Pelvic Floor Physio – Newcastle
📞 Call us: (02) 4975 1311
🌐 Visit: https://completepelvicfloorphysiotherapy.com.au/

16/10/2025

🩺 Real Time Ultrasound for Pelvic Floor Assessment 🩺

At Complete Pelvic Floor Physiotherapy, we use safe, non-invasive real time ultrasound to help assess and retrain the pelvic floor muscles. This advanced tool allows us to visualise soft tissue structures and provide feedback in real time – making it highly effective for:

✅ Managing incontinence
✅ Building core strength
✅ Supporting recovery from low back pain
✅ Assisting in pain management

By observing the bladder lift, therapists can assess how well the pelvic floor muscles are contracting. This information helps guide personalised retraining, so you can strengthen your core and improve function with confidence.

Real time ultrasound is safe, effective, and empowering – helping you to see your progress as you retrain your pelvic floor.

📞 Call us on (02) 4975 1311 to book an appointment with our friendly team.
Read more: https://completepelvicfloorphysiotherapy.com.au/womens-pelvic-floor-services/real-time-ultra-sound-women/