EVANSVILLE PHYSICAL THERAPY FOR PRENATAL, POSTNATAL, AND MORE
In-Home Physical Therapy
Physical therapy during pregnancy and postpartum isn't just about managing pain. It's about preparing your body for birth, supporting your recovery, and helping you move with confidence through every stage of mamahood. Whether you're dealing with pelvic pain, back discomfort, pelvic floor dysfunction, or postpartum recovery, we'll create a personalized treatment plan that fits into your real life.
Be cared for, mama.
As an obstetric & pelvic floor physical therapist who has worked in both the hospital with mama's 24-48 post-delivery and outpatient settings with pregnancy and postpartum goals to function optimally and feel good, I would love to support you in your journey.
Nurturing Mama services are made to be easily accessible for all mamas by delivering sessions conveniently to the comfort of your own home. By design, NM appointments are easy for mamas who cannot find a babysitter (though sessions are a bit more scattered), new mamas who do not want to get their newborn out and about, mamas who want to learn how to do activities in their own environment and those who desire accountability and personalized support.
Who We Support
Pregnancy Care and Childbirth Preparation
NM can help with any aches and pains, difficulties with constipation and urine leakage, and those placed on "bed rest". We can also create the most optimal body, mind, and pelvic floor for delivery!
Immediate Post-Delivery Support
As part of the maternal healthcare team, we can keep track of your vitals, check your wound, teach you how to do post-delivery tasks in your own environment, and support your mental and physical recovery.
Postpartum/Pelvic Health & Core Recovery
NM helps mamas with concerns ranging from weak abdominals, pelvic muscle weakness, leakage, pelvic pain-including return to intercourse, scar tissue pain, and guidance on return to exercise.
Nurturing Mama offers services for:
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pregnancy-related pain: sciatic pain, pinched nerves, wrist/thumb pain, and pelvic girdle pain (low back pain, sacroiliac (SIJ) pain, pubic pain, groin pain, tailbone pain)
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labor and delivery/birth preparation
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bed rest/limited activity during pregnancy
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acute post-delivery @ 1, 2, 4 weeks with any mobility issues, wound check, vital sign check with activities, +more
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6-8 week post-delivery physical therapy check
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return to exercise/running guided progressions
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diastasis recti of abdominals
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scar pain/tightness (of any kind)
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pelvic floor issues: urinary/bowel incontinence, constipation, prolapse-symptoms, pelvic pain
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cancer-related issues: swelling/lymphedema, cording, reduced function, weakness, fatigue, chemo-induced neuropathy, balance problems, scar tissue restrictions
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neck/shoulder/back/hip/knee/ankle/foot pain and dysfunctions
The Fourth Trimester
The fourth trimester is a sacred time for bonding and healing. But too often, we're told to bounce back immediately—pack up the baby, fit into pre-pregnancy clothes, run errands, make dinner, clean the house, get back to work. Returning to normal life too soon can lead to complications and make physical discomfort worse. We need time to recover. We need villages that support that recovery.
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According to the American College of Gynecology, the 12 weeks after giving birth are critical for a mother's long-term health. They also recognize this is when mothers have the least interaction with their healthcare team but need it the most. While guidelines recommend mothers be seen within the first three weeks after delivery, most OBs and midwives are overbooked and can't get you in until 6-12 weeks postpartum.
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In-home physical therapy can bridge that gap. We provide the care and education you deserve in your own home without the stress of childcare or getting your newborn out the door. We'll assess your home setup, teach you how to get in and out of bed safely, improve your feeding and nursing positioning, and show you proper body mechanics for carrying baby. We'll also check any wounds and monitor your vital signs after movement, which is completely different from resting in a hospital bed. If you have a history of preeclampsia, postpartum hemorrhage, cardiac issues, or hypertension, monitoring these is imperative—and we can help guide you if there's a concern.
I want to be cared for and feel well and strong in my body.
Contact me for my free phone consultation!
