WHY PHYSIO should be on your Pregnancy & Postpartum Plan (Singapore Edition)
- Kathy Rougier
- Jun 13, 2022
- 3 min read
Updated: Sep 25
Why physio? (even before you're pregnant)
Most of us only start thinking about physiotherapy when we’re already pregnant, or when something hurts.
But here’s the secret - physio can support you before pregnancy too.
If you’re planning a baby, it’s worth knowing that your body’s posture, mobility, and pelvic health all play a role in how you carry, birth, and transition into motherhood. A women’s health physio can help release adhesions, improve flexibility, and make sure your system is moving freely. Think of it as laying a foundation before you build the house.
So if you’re considering pregnancy soon, physio is one of the smartest self-care investments you can make.
DURING PREGNANCY: your body’s changing - let physio help
Pregnancy is magical - but it can also be uncomfortable. Ever googled pelvic girdle pain at 3am and fallen down a rabbit hole of forums? Or maybe you’ve wondered if the back pain, sciatica, or pubic symphysis dysfunction (SPD) will ever ease up.
You’re not the only one - and the good news is, you don’t have to just “put up with it.” A women’s health physio can:
Build strength in your core and pelvic floor (before they’re stretched to their limits)
Show you breathing and positioning tricks that support you during labour
Help ease pelvic girdle pain, SPD, lower back pain, hip pain, and sciatica
Work with you on wrist and hand pain that sometimes starts during pregnancy
Instead of waiting until the pain is unbearable, physio gives you practical tools to keep moving comfortably and confidently throughout pregnancy.
POSTPARTUM (aka the "real transition" phase)
Baby in arms, sleepless nights, endless feeding… and your body feels completely different. Sound familiar? This is the transition every new mum goes through - and it’s where physio can make a huge difference.
A postnatal physio can help you with:
Checking for diastasis recti (abdominal separation) and guiding you back into safe movement.
Supporting recovery from C-section scar pain, pelvic floor heaviness, or tailbone (coccyx) pain.
Easing back pain, hip pain, wrist pain (often called “Mummy’s thumb”), and neck or shoulder strain from feeding and carrying your little one.
Helping with bladder, bowel, or intimate health concerns that so many mums quietly google but rarely talk about.
Creating a plan for moving, exercising, or just feeling strong again - one that respects your pace, not someone else’s timeline.
And here’s the truth: transitions aren’t linear. Some days you’ll feel great, others not so much. A physio meets you exactly where you are - whether that’s in yoga leggings or pyjamas with baby spit-up - and helps you rebuild step by step.
Meet the physiotherapy providers you can trust
At Pregnant and Popped, we only work with providers who combine expertise, compassion, and a genuine love of supporting mums. Here are three of our trusted physiotherapy teams in Singapore:
Embrace - Singapore's only dedicated women's physio. Gentle, holistic, and focused on pelvic health and postnatal transitions.
Laura O'Byrne (Health 2 Mama) - champions for modern mums, helping with everything from posture and pelvic floor to safe core reconnection.
PhysioMatters - experts in musculoskeletal and women’s health physio, with a big-picture view of strength and alignment.
You can find all three in our Provider Directory - with links, locations, and specialties. And if you’re not sure who’s the best fit, join The VILLAGE or book a Consultation Call and I’ll help you work it out.
What’s next (for you & your body)
Here’s how you can lean into physiotherapy, no matter where you are on your journey:
Start early - even if nothing hurts yet, a check-in is a great baseline
Do the little things - a few consistent exercises beat one “hero” workout any day
Notice the changes - listen to how your body feels, not just how it looks
Lean on your community - from workshops to The VILLAGE to our big Fairs, physio is always part of the conversation here
Stay open - what you need in pregnancy may shift completely postpartum, and that’s normal
If you’re ready to feel stronger and more comfortable in your body, here’s how we can help:
Explore our Provider Directory and connect with a physiotherapist today
Join The VILLAGE for expert advice, peer support, and exclusive workshops
Book a Consultation Call to figure out which provider is best for you
Keep an eye out for our next Fair or masterclass - we often have physio-focused sessions you won’t want to miss.
Because this journey isn’t just about getting through pregnancy or postpartum - it’s about thriving in your body through every transition.
and because you shouldn't have to Google motherhood - we are right here with you every step of the way.
