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Prenatal Pelvic Floor Physiotherapy Toronto

Prepare for pregnancy, birth, and recovery with confidence.
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Pregnancy begins changing your body long before labour.

Prenatal pelvic floor physiotherapy helps you understand those changes, prepare for birth, and support your recovery, whether you’re experiencing symptoms or simply want to feel informed, prepared, and connected to your body.

 

At kāer, we believe pelvic floor physiotherapy should be a routine part of prenatal care, not something women discover only after problems begin.

  • Covered by most extended health benefit plans
  • Experienced all-female pelvic health physiotherapy team
  • Pregnancy, birth and postpartum specialists
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Pregnant

Most women aren’t told this.

Pelvic floor physiotherapy is often introduced only after symptoms appear.

 

After leaking. After pain. After birth.

 

But caring for your pelvic floor isn’t simply about treating problems. It’s about preparing your body before it needs to do one of the most physically demanding things it will ever do.

 

Understanding how your breathing, abdominal wall, and pelvic floor work together can help you move more comfortably during pregnancy, prepare more confidently for birth, and recover more intentionally afterward.

Do I need prenatal pelvic floor physiotherapy?

If you’re pregnant… probably.

 

Not because something is wrong. Because your body is changing.

 

Prenatal pelvic floor physiotherapy isn’t only for women experiencing pain or leaking. It’s for women who want to understand their bodies, prepare for birth, and support recovery before symptoms become the reason they seek care.

 

You may benefit if you:

 

  • are pregnant with your first baby
  • are pregnant again
  • have pelvic, hip, or low back pain
  • leak urine when coughing, sneezing, or exercising
  • feel pressure or heaviness
  • are planning a vaginal birth
  • are planning a Caesarean birth
  • simply want to feel more prepared

 

Our role isn’t simply to treat symptoms. It’s to help you understand how your body is responding to pregnancy, and how to support it through every stage.

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When should I start prenatal pelvic floor physiotherapy?

One of the most common questions we hear is, “When should I come?”

 

For most women, we recommend beginning with a Pelvic Floor Assessment between 12 and 20 weeks of pregnancy. By this stage, your body has begun adapting to pregnancy, yet there is still plenty of time to build strength, improve coordination, learn to release your pelvic floor, and prepare for the months ahead.

 

That said, there is no perfect time. Whether you’re six weeks pregnant, thirty-six weeks pregnant, or already postpartum, we’ll meet you where you are. Appointments are available at our Leslieville clinic, serving East Toronto and the Beaches.

 

Because every pregnancy is different. Your care should be too.

Your Prenatal Pelvic Health Roadmap

Pregnancy isn’t one appointment. It’s a progression.

 

Your body changes. Your needs change. Your care should change too.

 

That’s why we’ve created the kāer Prenatal Pelvic Health Roadmap, a guide to help you understand what to expect, when to seek care, and how we’ll support you from early pregnancy through postpartum.

Understand stage, kaer Prenatal Pelvic Health Roadmap

Understand

0-12 Weeks

Learn how pregnancy begins changing your body, your breathing, your abdominal wall, and your pelvic floor.

Goal: Build awareness and understand what to expect.

Assess stage, kaer Prenatal Pelvic Health Roadmap

Assess

12-20 Weeks

Complete a Pelvic Floor Assessment and create a personalized care plan designed for your body, your pregnancy, and your goals.

Goal: Understand how your body is functioning today so you can prepare for what’s ahead.

Build stage, kaer Prenatal Pelvic Health Roadmap

Build

20-34 Weeks

Build strength. Learn to release. Reduce strain. Progress with home exercises, follow-up appointments, and Physiotherapy Assistant sessions when additional guidance would be helpful.

Goal: Develop confidence through movement, breathing, and practice.

Prepare stage, kaer Prenatal Pelvic Health Roadmap

Prepare

34-40 Weeks

Prepare for labour with coordinated breathing, pushing strategies, partner education, and pelvic floor relaxation.

Goal: Feel physically and mentally prepared for birth.

Recover stage, kaer Prenatal Pelvic Health Roadmap

Recover

6-12 Weeks Postpartum

Reconnect with your core. Assess healing. Restore pelvic floor function. Return to movement with confidence.

Goal: Recover intentionally, not simply wait to heal.

No two pregnancies are the same. Your roadmap isn’t a checklist. It’s a guide.

 

One that helps you understand where you are today, what comes next, and how we’re here to support you along the way.

 

Not sure where you are? We’ll help you determine the right next step.

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What happens during your first prenatal pelvic floor assessment?

For many women, this is the biggest unknown.

 

Your first appointment isn’t about jumping straight into treatment. It’s about understanding your body.

 

We’ll begin with a conversation about your pregnancy, your health history, your goals, and any symptoms or concerns you may have. Whether you’re experiencing discomfort or simply want to prepare for birth, your physiotherapist will tailor the appointment to you.

 

Depending on your stage of pregnancy and your individual needs, your assessment may include:

 

  • Breathing and pressure management
  • Posture and movement
  • Abdominal wall function
  • Core coordination
  • Pelvic floor assessment
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If an internal pelvic floor assessment is appropriate, your physiotherapist will explain why it may be helpful, answer any questions, and only proceed with your informed consent. Internal assessment is never required and is only one part of a comprehensive evaluation.

 

Before you leave, you’ll have a clearer understanding of how your body is functioning, along with a personalized plan designed specifically for your pregnancy.

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Physiotherapist in conversation with a pregnant client at kaer in Leslieville Toronto

Build pelvic floor strength through every trimester.

Your body continues changing throughout pregnancy. Your care should evolve with it.

 

After your assessment, we’ll recommend the follow-up schedule that’s right for you. For some women, that may mean one or two additional appointments. For others, ongoing support throughout pregnancy may be beneficial.

 

Together, we’ll help you:

 

  • Build strength where it’s needed
  • Learn how to fully release your pelvic floor
  • Improve breathing and pressure management
  • Reduce strain on your abdominal wall
  • Adapt as your pregnancy progresses

 

 

A personalized home program

Every assessment includes recommendations designed specifically for your body. Rather than following a generic pregnancy exercise program, you’ll leave with exercises and strategies tailored to your goals, symptoms, and stage of pregnancy.

 

Need extra support?

Knowing what to do is one thing. Finding time, and confidence, to do it consistently is another.

For women who would benefit from additional guidance, Physiotherapy Assistant sessions provide the opportunity to practise your personalized exercise program in the clinic under your physiotherapist’s treatment plan and ongoing supervision. It’s another way we help turn knowledge into lasting progress.

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Prepare for birth.

Birth can’t be scripted. Preparation can.

 

Around 34 to 40 weeks, your focus naturally shifts toward labour and delivery. This is the ideal time for a Prepare to Push appointment. Together, we’ll help you understand how your body works during labour and teach practical strategies you can use on the day you give birth.

 

Your appointment may include:

 

  • Breathing techniques
  • Pelvic floor relaxation
  • Effective pushing strategies
  • Labour and birth positions
  • Partner support techniques
  • Comfort measures
  • Perineal massage education, when appropriate

 

Whether you’re planning a vaginal birth or a Caesarean birth, understanding your body before labour begins can help you feel calmer, more prepared, and more confident.

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Postpartum recovery deserves a plan, too.

Pregnancy doesn’t end when your baby is born. Neither should your care.

 

Around 6 to 12 weeks postpartum, we’ll reassess how your body is healing and help you transition safely into the next stage of recovery.

 

Your postpartum assessment may include:

 

  • Pelvic floor recovery
  • Abdominal wall function
  • Diastasis recti assessment
  • Scar mobility, when applicable
  • Return-to-exercise planning
  • Ongoing symptoms, including leaking, pressure, or pain

 

Recovery looks different for every woman. Whether you’ve had a vaginal birth or a Caesarean birth, we’re here to help you reconnect with your body and return to movement with confidence.

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Frequently Asked Questions

When should I start prenatal pelvic floor physiotherapy?

For most women, we recommend beginning with a Pelvic Floor Assessment between 12 and 20 weeks of pregnancy. This allows us to understand how your body is adapting to pregnancy and create a personalized plan before the physical demands of the third trimester.

That said, there is no perfect time. Whether you’re early in pregnancy, preparing for birth, or already postpartum, we’re here to support you.

Yes. Pelvic floor physiotherapy isn’t only for treating symptoms. It’s also about understanding your body, preparing for birth, reducing strain throughout pregnancy, and supporting recovery afterward.

Many women who feel well choose pelvic floor physiotherapy as part of their routine prenatal care.

Your appointment begins with a conversation about your pregnancy, your goals, and any symptoms or concerns you may have. Depending on your needs, your assessment may include breathing, posture, movement, abdominal wall function, and pelvic floor function.

Every appointment is personalized to your body and your pregnancy.

No. An internal pelvic floor assessment is never required. If your physiotherapist believes it may provide helpful information, they’ll explain why, answer your questions, and only proceed with your informed consent.

Many women receive valuable care without an internal assessment.

Yes. Prenatal pelvic floor physiotherapy is considered safe throughout pregnancy when provided by a trained pelvic health physiotherapist. Your care will always be adapted to your stage of pregnancy, your symptoms, and your goals.

Yes. Pelvic floor physiotherapy can help you understand how your body works during labour, improve breathing and pressure management, learn how to relax your pelvic floor, and prepare for pushing.

Our Prepare to Push appointment builds on these skills as you approach your due date.

Absolutely. Your pelvic floor continues to support your growing baby throughout pregnancy, regardless of how you plan to give birth. Pelvic floor physiotherapy can also help prepare you for recovery after a Caesarean birth.

In most cases, yes. Pelvic floor physiotherapy is provided by a Registered Physiotherapist and is covered under many extended health benefit plans. We recommend checking your individual coverage before your appointment.

Every pregnancy is different. Some women benefit from one or two visits, while others choose ongoing support throughout pregnancy and postpartum.

After your assessment, your physiotherapist will recommend a plan based on your body, your goals, and your stage of pregnancy.

Meet Your Pelvic Health Physiotherapists

Pregnancy is personal. Your care should be too.

 

Our experienced pelvic health physiotherapists provide evidence-informed care in a supportive, private environment where you’ll have time to ask questions, understand your body, and feel confident in your plan.

Toronto Pelvic Floor Physiotherapist

Namita Patel

Namita Patel,
Registered Physiotherapist - Pelvic Health, Women's Health, Orthopaedic

 

Accepting new patients

 

Namita is a Pelvic Floor and Orthopaedic Physiotherapist with over a decade of experience. Namita specializes in treating prenatal, postpartum, and menopausal women facing issues such as urinary incontinence, pelvic floor weakness, pelvic pain, and post-surgery recovery.

 

Namita's commitment to her field is evident through her continuous pursuit of knowledge and expertise. She has undertaken a diverse range of courses to enhance her skills, including pelvic health, visceral mobilization, acupuncture, manual therapy, rapid neurofascial reset, and the improvement of pelvic floor function through spinal manual therapy. This extensive training equips her with a versatile set of tools to address the unique needs of her patients effectively.

 

Namita's approach to physiotherapy is rooted in a comprehensive and holistic philosophy. She combines hands-on treatment with the development of individualized exercise programs and provides personalized education to empower her clients in managing their conditions. Her compassionate and patient-centered care ensures that each person receives the attention and guidance needed to achieve optimal health outcomes.

 

Beyond her professional practice, Namita is an enthusiastic advocate for women's health and wellbeing. She is dedicated to promoting awareness and understanding of pelvic health issues, contributing to the overall betterment of women's lives.

 

Outside of her work, Namita finds joy in exploring new places, embracing outdoor adventures, and cherishing quality moments spent with her friends and family.

Registered Pelvic Floor Physiotherapist in Toronto

Lamiya Zaidi

Lamiya Zaidi,
Registered Physiotherapist – Pelvic Health, Women’s Health

 

Accepting new patients

 

Lamiya graduated from Queens University in 2012, with her masters in Physical Therapy. After working as a Orthopaedic Physiotherapist, Lamiya's passion for women's health led her to pursue further training in pelvic floor physiotherapy.

 

She works closely with patients who suffer from pelvic floor dysfunctions, with a focus on pre and post natal effects on the pelvic floor muscles. Her goal is to empower and help educate females to combat the effects of pregnancy and delivery on their bodies. 

 

Using a variety of treatment modalities such as manual therapy, functional taping techniques and exercise prescription, Lamiya creates an individualized treatment plan geared to meeting a patients' goals! 

 

In her spare time, Lamiya enjoys working up a sweat with yoga and spin classes!

 

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Jocelyn Ye

Jocelyn Ye,
Registered Physiotherapist - Pelvic Health, Women's Health, Orthopaedic

 

Accepting new patients

 

Jocelyn Ye is a Registered Physiotherapist with a strong commitment to supporting women in overcoming pelvic health challenges and achieving their health and wellness goals. She holds both her undergraduate degree in Kinesiology (HBScKin) and her Master's in Physiotherapy (MScPT) from McMaster University, where she developed a deep passion for women's health and the impact of pelvic health on quality of life.

 

Jocelyn's approach to physiotherapy is holistic and patient-centred, drawing on her extensive education and personal experiences to provide personalized care for issues such as urinary incontinence, pelvic floor dysfunction, and pelvic pain. Having personally experienced pelvic health concerns, she understands the physical and emotional challenges her clients face. This deeper connection allows her to foster a safe, supportive environment, where women feel empowered to address their concerns and reclaim their quality of life.

 

Jocelyn Ye is dedicated to continuous learning, having completed courses in pelvic health physiotherapy, and always actively seeking out opportunities to further strengthen her skillset. This commitment ensures her clients receive the most up-to-date, evidence-based care tailored to their unique needs, helping them achieve optimal health and wellness.

 

In her spare time, Jocelyn enjoys exploring Toronto's vibrant cafe scene and is committed to ongoing professional development to stay at the forefront of women's health physiotherapy.

Toronto Registered Physiotherapist

Paula Jaloul

Paula Jaloul,
Registered Physiotherapist - Pelvic Health, Women's Health, Orthopaedic

 

Accepting new patients

 

Paula graduated with a Master of Science in Physiotherapy from the University of Toronto. She has developed a broad range of clinical experience, with a strong focus on pelvic health concerns, chronic pain management, and musculoskeletal conditions. Her pelvic health practice includes supporting individuals navigating prenatal and postpartum recovery, as well as those seeking to improve pelvic floor function and overall well-being at all stages of life, including urinary or fecal incontinence, pelvic organ prolapse, pelvic pain, diastasis recti, or menopause-related changes.

 

As a lifelong learner, Paula has also received additional training in Pilates and enjoys integrating these concepts into practice, particularly to support core control, breath mechanics, and functional movement - foundational elements of pelvic health.

 

Her approach to treatment begins with a comprehensive assessment to identify the underlying cause of symptoms. She integrates evidence-based techniques including manual therapy, soft tissue release, exercise prescription, and movement retraining, while also placing a strong emphasis on patient education and self-management. Each treatment plan is tailored to meet the unique goals, needs, and lifestyle of her clients, empowering them to take an active role in their recovery, long-term health, and return to the activities they love - whether that’s competitive sport, recreational exercise, or daily living.

Why choose kāer?

Choosing prenatal pelvic floor physiotherapy is about more than booking an appointment. It’s about having a team that supports you throughout pregnancy, birth, and recovery.

 

At kāer, your care doesn’t happen in isolation. When appropriate, your physiotherapist works alongside our massage therapists, chiropractors, acupuncturists, prenatal fitness instructors, childbirth educators, and Physiotherapy Assistants to create a coordinated approach to your care.

 

Because every woman deserves to feel supported, not only during pregnancy, but throughout every stage that follows. Visit us in Leslieville, serving East Toronto, Riverdale, and the Beaches.

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You don’t have to figure this out on your own.

Pregnancy brings constant change. We’re here to help you understand it.

 

Whether you’re preparing for your first baby or adding to your family, we’ll guide you through every stage with care that’s personalized to your body, your pregnancy, and your goals.

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