Expecting Pelvic Health, LLC

02/20/2026

Something is changing in maternal health.

More moms are speaking up.
More providers are saying the same thing:
>postpartum care starts too late
>too many mothers feel unsupported
>we’ve had enough

If we want the system to change we have to show that better care is both necessary and wanted.

And the way we do that is with data.

I’ve created a short, anonymous survey to learn what postpartum care really looks pike in the first weeks after birth:
>did you get support before 6 weeks?
>were you guided on safe activity?
>did anyone check on your physical recovery?
>what did you wish you had?

I’m not working with any organization. This is an independent project to understand real postpartum experiences and help shape better care models for the future.

If you gave birth within the last 3 years, I would be so grateful if you’d take 5 minutes to fill it out.

And if you know other moms?
Please share it with them.

The more responses we collect, the stronger this data becomes.

Www.expectingpelvichealth.com/postpartumcaresurvey

💛Dr. R

02/16/2026

Moms deserve better.

01/28/2026

And I love chai and sunshine!

I’d love to hear from you! Let’s get to know each other because we could all use a little connection right now 💛

Dr. R

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07/25/2025

New workshop coming up!! Check it out and share to friends and family...https://www.expectingpelvichealth.com/workshops/pushprep

12/06/2024

Here’s a sample of what to expect on my youtube channel 🫶

The journey of pregnancy and childbirth brings about profound changes in a woman's body, impacting various aspects including breathing mechanics and core fun...

12/06/2024

Thank you so much for visiting my page! I’m so glad you're here. 🙌

If you’re looking for tips and strategies on pelvic floor health, I’m much more active on Instagram and YouTube, where I share regular updates, videos, and helpful advice. You can also check out my blog, which I update monthly with new content! Be sure to follow me on Instagram and YouTube to stay in the loop. Let's continue working on your pelvic health journey together.

If you’re looking to connect to see learn more about my services, let’s chat! Expectingpelvichealth.com/strategycall

01/10/2024

One more day until I'll be at Replenish Refillery!

04/17/2023

I'm speaking at Upright Acupuncture. Click on the link below to learn the details. Even though this is a FREE event we ask that you register as there is limited space. I can't wait to see you there!

The Pelvic Floor and More!     FREE Events with Upright Acupuncture and Wellness   East Meets West: Women's Pelvic Floor Health Talk When: Tuesday May 2nd at 6:30pm Where: 14 Chestnut Street, Dover NH

05/08/2022

Happy Mother’s Day to all those who mother.

You are more important and loved than you know 💕

05/06/2022

Yesterday was Maternal Mental Health Awareness Day and I wanted to highlight how exercise has been shown to be a great alternative to medication.

Prior to the pandemic 1 in 5 new mothers experienced some type of perinatal mood and anxiety disorder*

Since the pandemic these numbers have increased, highlighting the need for improved intervention.

It’s no secret that exercise in general helps with depression and anxiety. But how is it beneficial in the postpartum period?

✨Increases bdnf (brain-derived neurotrophic factor)- this nerve growth factor plays a role in neuroplasticity which is impacted during in pregnancy and postpartum. A correlation is shown between low levels of bdnf and mental health disorders. The good news is exercise has been shown to improve bdnf levels. This improves memory and learning which in turn enhances regulation of emotional regulation (which is so hard during the postpartum period anyways)
✨improves sleep, which as a new mom is also important for healing
✨improves confidence, not only in your general well being but in your physical self. Many new moms have low self esteem around body image and abilities and exercise has been shown to not only improve awareness and connection to your body but through strength and movement can improve the physical changes that occur in pregnancy improving confidence in your physical abilities, thus self.
✨exercise when done at an appropriate level can also help you build a tolerance to internal discomfort by teaching your body what it can handle in the short term for long term gain.

Of course, exercise in the postpartum period can be challenging not only bc of the physical changes that can make it harder, but the time restrictions, child care support, lack of know-of and socio-economic implications of access.

These barriers are why it’s so important for moms to be able to have access to postpartum pelvic floor rehab to start the exercise process.

If you’re ready to start an exercise program as a new mom, but aren’t sure where to start, let’s chat! Set up a free consult call in my profile.



*stats from postpartum.net

04/23/2022