Postpartum and Beyond: Pelvic Floor and Core Rehabilitation Program

In this course, we will provide you with the tools to step into a strong, empowered and confident body after bringing a baby into this world.

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OUR GOAL IS TO HELP YOU THRIVE AS A MOM, NOT JUST SURVIVE.

WHAT WILL WE COVER?

The included classes focus on back pain, posture, pelvic floor rehabilitation, stretch and strengthening, incontinence, pelvic organ prolaspe, pain during intercourse, preventing, reducing and resolving symptoms that have been dubbed inevitable consequences of childbirth.

We have broken our classes down into a series of small videos, inorder to help you strive to do a portion of these classes each day. As Moms ourselves, we know that some days you just don’t have an abundance of time for yourself. So couple classes together, do small portions, go at your own pace.

Replay videos and come back to portions that you’re finding more difficult.

Tailor it to you and your needs

 

This 6 week course comes with:

  • 36 short lessons, ranging from 2-30 minutes
  • 6 yoga/ pilates classes
  • 64 page e-book manual
  • weekly emails with prompts and added inspiration
  • access to the online community

Meet Our Team

Dr. Jacquelyn Nicholls, DC

Welcome to our Postpartum and Beyond Program; Restore your pelvic floor and core! I am so excited for you to invest in yourself. Since having my daughter in 2020; I have found there to be a huge gap in postpartum care for mothers. This is what spurred us to create this online course series. I have been treating moms, moms- to – be, infants and children for over 10 years. I am a registered Doctor of Chiropractic in Ontario Canada, Acupuncture Provider, Webster Certified ICPA Chiropractor, PIPs Technique certified, GrowCo Ambasseteur, Pelvic Rehabilitation instructor and clinic owner at the Adelaide Clinic in Lindsay Ontario, Canada.  My aim for you is to connect with your body in a positive way, be empowered to seek solutions and in general, enjoy this phase of motherhood with less pain. 

 

I discovered pelvic floor rehab through my own injuries. I had a grade 3 pelvic floor tear with my first daughter, a retained placenta that was forcibly reduced; leaving me with a grade 3 uterine and bladder prolapse. This was misdiagnosed by 2 health care providers. My healing was slow, unpredictable and much, much longer than expected. I was met with little support and my symptoms were dismissed often; being told I was just impatient or that I didn’t understand my body. In my clinical practice and here online; I want to change this narrative for mothers. We have included lectures and exercises to help you learn and embrace change in your life. I look forward to getting to know you and helping you along your journey. 

Dr. J

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AMY STUBBS

Hi and welcome to the Postpartum and Beyond virtual course! I am a certified Hatha and Yin yoga teacher, as well as Pilates Mat and Reformer instructor. I teach locally in Kawartha Lakes, Ontario as well as online classes in both yoga and Pilates.

I am the proud mother of two beautiful boys. I credit my Yoga, Pilates and Breathwork practice with helping me through two healthy pregnancies, two natural labours and deliveries, and my postnatal and breastfeeding journey over the last few years (with my two boys being born just 15 months apart). I hope to help you do the same, whatever your pre- and postnatal journey looks like.

You can find and connect with me online as Sustainable Yogi as I strive to live a life focusing on green living, healthy habits, a sustainable mobility practice and mothering

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FAQS

  • WHAT RESULTS SHOULD I EXPECT

    Our goal is for you to connect with your body on a daily basis, for a time frame that works for you and your family. The course will be released to you on a weekly basis, with videos which build on each other. You should expect to find a deeper connection and increased strength in your pelvic floor, core and postural muscles. You will learn why these are important to work together and what syndromes and dysfunction to watch out for in the postpartum period.

    If you don’t feel 50% better upon completion of this program we would encourage you to seek individual care; with either a chiropractor or physiotherapist.

    For a virtual consult with Dr. Jacquelyn Nicholls email help@adelaideclinic.ca

  • WHAT IS MY PELVIC FLOOR AND WHY DO I CARE?

    1. Your pelvic floor; in someone who either identifies as female or anatomically female; is a series of muscles that support your pelvic floor or the bottom of your pelvis. They maintain the structure and integrity of your pelvic organs such as your bladder, uterus, vaginal opening, anus and rectum.
    2. This course offers health, fitness and nutritional information and is designed for educational purposes only. You should not rely on this information as a substitute for, nor does it replace, professional medical advice, diagnosis, or treatment. If you have any concerns or questions about your health, you should always consult with a physician or other health-care professional. Do not disregard, avoid or delay obtaining medical or health related advice from your health-care professional because of something you may have read on this site. The use of any information provided on this site is solely at your own risk.

  • WHAT CLOTHES SHOULD I WEAR?

    The short (and most realistic) answer is, whatever you are wearing when you have a few moments to press play on the course.

    For the more in depth practice classes you may want to have on clothes that are stretchy and easy to move in. That can look like yoga pants and a sports bra, athletic shorts and T shirt, or pajamas/lounge wear.

    The nice thing about this being a virtual course is that the only ones who might be watching you are your little ones

  • HOW SOON AFTER BIRTH SHOULD I START THIS PROGRAM?

    1. You can start immediately, or when you feel like you are able; if you are already researching, you are probably ready. Whether they’ve had a vaginal birth or a cesarean birth, can start with our program as soon as 2-3 weeks postpartum.
    2. You should consult your physician or other health care professional before starting this or any other fitness program to determine if it is right for your needs. If you experience faintness, dizziness, pain or shortness of breath at any time while exercising you should stop immediately.
    3. This site offers health, fitness and nutritional information and is designed for educational purposes only. You should not rely on this information as a substitute for, nor does it replace, professional medical advice, diagnosis, or treatment. If you have any concerns or questions about your health, you should always consult with a physician or other health-care professional. Do not disregard, avoid or delay obtaining medical or health related advice from your health-care professional because of something you may have read on this site. The use of any information provided on this site is solely at your own risk

  • WHO IS THE COURSE DESIGNED FOR?

    1. You mama! This course is designed for people who have given birth either vaginally or via C-section and are concerned about their pelvic floor function. You can have a formal diagnosis or just a suspicion of dysfunction; this course can help rehabilitate your pelvic floor muscles.
    2. This site offers health, fitness and nutritional information and is designed for educational purposes only. You should not rely on this information as a substitute for, nor does it replace, professional medical advice, diagnosis, or treatment. If you have any concerns or questions about your health, you should always consult with a physician or other health-care professional. Do not disregard, avoid or delay obtaining medical or health related advice from your health-care professional because of something you may have read on this site. The use of any information provided on this site is solely at your own risk.
    3. Disclaimer: When we use the word mama or mommy: we are striving to be inclusive of anyone who is in the role of mothering a child; who has carried and birthed another human being; who has bodily changes due to this life changing experience. We are striving to support,help you heal and create a community online to share experiences.

  • WHAT IF I HAVE MY PERIOD?

    1. No worries! You can exercise with your period or vaginal bleeding after birth. Be aware of any light-headedness or dizziness. This is a warning sign from your body to slow down, take a break and have some water. Try to take it easy during this time, maybe pause the video or come back another day. If you are feeling okay, then continue on. Please listen to your body and work with it during rehab.
    2. You should consult your physician or other health care professional before starting this or any other fitness program to determine if it is right for your needs. If you experience faintness, dizziness, pain or shortness of breath at any time while exercising you should stop immediately.

  • HOW LONG DOES THE COURSE TAKE?

    It depends on you! The course content will be released to you over 6 weeks, but we understand Mom life can be busy. Fit it in when you can, work at a pace your body and family allow. No need to keep up with our schedule.

    You will have 4 months to complete the course

  • HOW LONG DOES THE COURSE TAKE?

    The classes range from 2 mins to 30 min. You can see the time lengths on the description and decide how long you want to work out today. You can also pause, and our program will keep track of your progress and you can pick back up where you left off.

  • HOW LONG ARE THE CLASSES?

    The classes range from 2 mins to 30 min. You can see the time lengths on the description and decide how long you want to work out today. You can also pause, and our program will keep track of your progress and you can pick back up where you left off

  • WHAT IF I AM JUST STARTING TO WORK OUT; WILL THIS COURSE BE TOO HARD FOR ME?

    1. We have offered detailed breakdowns of each exercise, modifications and progressions to help all our students gain access to this vital information for healing their pelvic floor. Any ability or exercise background will gain insights, strengthening and recovery to their pelvic floor muscles in this course.
    2. This site offers health, fitness and nutritional information and is designed for educational purposes only. You should not rely on this information as a substitute for, nor does it replace, professional medical advice, diagnosis, or treatment. If you have any concerns or questions about your health, you should always consult with a physician or other health-care professional. Do not disregard, avoid or delay obtaining medical or health related advice from your health-care professional because of something you may have read on this site. The use of any information provided on this site is solely at your own risk

  • WHAT IF I AM REALLY EXPERIENCED IN EXERCISES; IS THIS COURSE RIGHT FOR ME?

    Yes, we have designed this course for all levels of fitness and experience. We have modifications to advanced options. This is a rehab course; so we are operating under the assumption that muscles and body areas are healing. We go back to the basics and build from there.

  • WHAT KIND OF EQUIPTMENT DO I NEED?

    We designed this course to be accessible. So no need for a full home gym!

    We suggest having a yoga mat, and yoga block to get started.

    Throughout the program we will demo with a few additional props but offer suggestions for alternates as we go.

    Additional props you may find useful are a yoga strap, and/or therabands (yellow and red), a pillow , a foam roller, light free weights 2-10 lbs. But find whatever you have available to you at the moment and make it work. You can always come back.

  • I HAD MY BABY 1,5,10,25+ YEARS AGO. CAN I STILL BENEFIT FROM THIS PROGRAM?

    YES!!! Your pelvic floor is a dynamic, changing collection of muscles. If you are having dysfunction or worried about your pelvic floor; this course can help heal and strengthen your pelvic floor muscles!

At Adelaide Clinic, our chiropractors treat patients of all ages: Children, teens, young adults, adults, & elderly clients.

From your initial consultation to your monthly visits our patients are like family. We work with each individual and provide a customized action plan to get you feeling your best!

 

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