Preparing the pelvic floor for birth - jervis bay
Is your pelvic floor
ready for birth?
Our prenatal assessment looks at how well your pelvic floor can contract, relax, lengthen and coordinate—and gives you a personalised plan for the weeks ahead.
We don’t believe pelvic-floor care should begin only after something feels wrong.
We assess how your pelvic floor is functioning, explain what we find and give you a personalised plan—so you can prepare for birth with clarity, not guesswork.
What to expect at your appointment
First Assessment – 20 to 26 Weeks
Focus: Screening for risk factors that may increase pelvic floor trauma during vaginal birth.
You’ll receive:
A discussion of your pelvic health and symptoms
Internal pelvic floor exam (with consent), assessing:
Muscle tone, strength, and coordination
Ability to relax and let go
Tissue flexibility
Ability to push
Initial feedback on any findings
Recommendations for follow-up
Reassessment – 32 to 36 Weeks
Focus: Reassessing how your body is preparing for birth and whether additional support may be helpful.
We’ll explore:
How well is your pelvic floor adapting in preparation for labour?
Has your strength or flexibility changed?
Do we need to begin perineal massage, manual therapy, or relaxation techniques?
Are there tools or strategies we can teach to support your birth plan?
Based on your presentation, we’ll guide you on the most appropriate next steps to help you feel informed and supported as you prepare for labour.
Is this assessment right for you?
This assessment might be for you if you:
Want to reduce the risk of tearing or pelvic floor trauma
Are planning a vaginal birth
Have pelvic floor symptoms suggestive of a hypertonic pelvic floor, for example:
Urgency or overactive bladder
A history of pelvic pain (e.g endometriosis)
Pain during intercourse
Constipation
Find out how your pelvic floor is working — before birth.
Our free quiz takes about three minutes and gives you a useful snapshot of how your pelvic floor might be functioning — with a focus on its ability to relax, coordinate and lengthen. All important skills for labour and delivery.
Is your pelvic floor
ready for birth?
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Book a pelvic floor assessment and we'll work out where you're at — and what, if anything, needs attention before birth.
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