PreGnancy Physio.

located in the heart of Kiama.

Can Physiotherapy help you?

Birth Preparation
Pregnancy physio is essential for preparing for labour. We assess pelvic floor relaxation and coordination to help you during the pushing stage, reducing the risk of interventions like episiotomy or perineal tears. We also guide you on perineal massage to improve tissue elasticity.

Pelvic Girdle Pain (PGP)
PGP is common during pregnancy, causing discomfort in the lower back, hips, and pelvic region. Pregnancy physio helps alleviate this pain with exercises and manual therapy, reducing stress on the pelvic joints and improving mobility.

Vulval Varicosities
Physiotherapy can assist with vulval varicosities, helping to manage discomfort through positioning, pelvic floor exercises, and compression garments.

Exercise Modifications
Pregnancy physio tailors exercise programmes to ensure you stay active without straining your pelvic floor or abdominal muscles.

Abdominal Separation (Diastasis Recti)
Physiotherapy can help manage diastasis recti with safe exercises to strengthen your core and support your changing body.

Rib, Back, Neck, and Hip Pain
Pregnancy physio relieves discomfort from rib pain and back, neck, or hip pain caused by posture changes with exercises, stretching, and manual therapy.

Carpal Tunnel Syndrome
Swelling can cause carpal tunnel syndrome during pregnancy. Pregnancy physio offers exercises and strategies to improve circulation and reduce symptoms.

Incontinence & Prolapse
Pregnancy physio strengthens the pelvic floor to improve continence and manage pelvic organ prolapse through personalised exercises.

SIJ Pain & SPD
Pregnancy physio addresses SIJ pain and Symphysis Pubis Dysfunction (SPD) with strengthening exercises and advice on safe movements to reduce discomfort.

Round Ligament Pain & Sciatica
Pregnancy physio provides relief for round ligament pain and sciatic pain with manual therapy, stretches, and exercises to ease discomfort.

Tailbone Pain
Pregnancy physio can help relieve tailbone pain with targeted exercises and techniques, improving comfort while sitting or standing.

 FAQs

  • At Sunny Natal, your pregnancy physio session is tailored to support your changing body and prepare you for birth. Your physiotherapist will start with a personalised assessment, which may include an ultrasound to guide core and pelvic floor activation, ensuring proper engagement and relaxation. You’ll also receive safe exercises, stretches, and techniques to ease discomfort, build strength, and prepare for labor and recovery. Plus, you’ll get helpful tips on posture, breathing, and self-care to support a more comfortable pregnancy and smoother birth experience.

  • Pregnancy physiotherapy at Sunny Natal is ideal for anyone experiencing discomfort, pain, or changes in mobility due to pregnancy. It's especially beneficial for women with pelvic pain, lower back pain, or pelvic floor concerns, as well as those wanting to strengthen their core and prepare for birth. Whether you're in the early stages or nearing delivery, physiotherapy can help improve comfort, address muscle imbalances, and provide support for a smoother pregnancy and recovery.

  • No, in Australia, physiotherapists, including pregnancy physios, are first-contact practitioners, so you don’t need a referral. However, if your doctor or specialist has given you one, feel free to bring it along to your appointment. It can provide helpful information about your pregnancy journey for your physiotherapist.

  • Please bring the following to your pregnancy physio session:

    • Any relevant medical reports or documentation related to your pregnancy. Having these on hand helps your pregnancy physio get a full understanding of your health and create an effective treatment plan tailored to your pregnancy.

  • Our women’s health physios are trained in internal assessments and treatments, but this will only be done with your consent. During your session, your therapist will discuss if an internal assessment is recommended for your specific condition. Alternatively, we also use real-time ultrasound to assess pelvic floor function externally.

  • Yes, if your private health insurance includes extras cover for physiotherapy, you can claim your pregnancy physio sessions. Be sure to check your policy for any specific limits or conditions related to physiotherapy coverage.

  • Yes, we accept Medicare referrals under a GP Management Plan or Team Care Arrangement for allied health services, including pregnancy physio. Please note, you will need to pay the full fee on the day, but we can process your Medicare claim in the clinic. Medicare covers part of the fee, but there will be a gap payment as we do not offer bulk billing services.

What our clients are saying

  • 'She is incredibly knowledgeable and skilled particularly in women's health, making me feel comfortable and supported throughout my treatment.'

  • 'Brianna made sure I understood everything and encouraged my questions. The atmosphere in her clinic was also very supportive and calming. I highly recommend for anyone seeking compassionate, professional and skilled physiotherapy.'

  • 'She is very knowledgeable in regards to post partum health and has created a lovely experience whilst helping you regain your fitness post birth.'

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