Supporting Your Postnatal Recovery Journey

The Mummy MOT® is a specialised postnatal assessment designed to support women after both vaginal and caesarean deliveries. Whether you're six weeks postpartum or several years into motherhood,

This comprehensive check-up focuses on your physical recovery and overall well-being.

What to Expect During Your Home Visit

Your Mummy MOT® will be conducted in the comfort of your home, providing a relaxed environment for a thorough assessment. The session will last approximately 2 hours and includes:

1. Detailed Consultation

Medical and Birth History: Discuss your pregnancy, delivery, and previous pregnancies.-

Current Concerns: Addressing symptoms such as pain, incontinence, or discomfort.

Lifestyle and Goals: Understanding your daily activities and personal recovery objectives.

2. Physical Examination

Postural Assessment: Evaluating your posture to identify any imbalances or areas of strain.

Abdominal Muscle Check: Assessing for diastasis recti (abdominal separation) and core strength.

Pelvic Floor Evaluation involves examining pelvic floor muscles for strength and function. It may also include an internal assessment, which is optional and conducted with your consent.

Functional Movement Analysis: Observing movements like lifting and squatting to ensure safe techniques.

3. Personalised Treatment Plan

Customised Exercise Program: Tailored exercises to strengthen core and pelvic floor muscles.

Postural and Movement Advice: Guidance on safe lifting, feeding positions, and daily activities.

Recovery Timeline: Setting realistic goals and milestones for your postnatal recovery.

Written Report: A summary of findings and recommended next steps.

Treatment Options Available

Pelvic Floor Rehabilitation: Exercises to improve bladder and bowel control.

Core Strengthening: Targeted workouts to address abdominal separation and back pain.

Scar Tissue Management: Techniques to alleviate discomfort from C-section or perineal scars.

Education Sessions: Information on returning to exercise, sexual health, and managing daily tasks safely.