Childbirth can shift the pelvic floor, core, and alignment.
Restore strength, rebuild stability, ease pain, and return to comfortable movement and intimacy.
For diastasis, leaks, back pain, and birth-related tension.
Postpartum pelvic floor physiotherapy at kāer helps Toronto mothers recover from birth. We support healing from leaking, pelvic pain, prolapse, and diastasis recti, and help you reconnect with your core. From your first weeks home through return to sport, your recovery is supported at every stage.
Most patients begin between 6 and 8 weeks postpartum, after medical clearance, though you are welcome at any stage. Whether it has been 8 weeks, 8 months, or 8 years since giving birth, recovery is possible. Earlier appointments focus on healing and gentle reconnection. Later visits address chronic symptoms that may have developed over time.
Your registered pelvic floor physiotherapist will take a detailed birth and recovery history, assess your posture, breath, and core function, and, with your consent, conduct an internal pelvic floor exam to evaluate tone, strength, scar tissue, and coordination. Together we build a personalized recovery plan.
You are welcome to bring your baby to your appointment at kāer in Leslieville. We understand childcare can be difficult in the early postpartum period. Our space accommodates car seats, feeding, and whatever your baby needs.
kāer has supported Toronto’s postpartum families since 2012. Beyond pelvic floor physiotherapy, our team includes postpartum doulas, lactation consultants, naturopaths, acupuncturists, chiropractors, and massage therapists, so your whole postpartum recovery happens under one roof in Leslieville. If you are recovering from a cesarean birth, our post-cesarean pelvic floor physiotherapy page covers what to expect. Planning ahead for a future pregnancy? Explore prenatal pelvic floor physiotherapy.
Initial Assessment
60 minutes: your doorway into a tailored journey of foundation and alignment.
Follow-Up Sessions
30/45 minutes: focused around your plan, your pace, your transition back to ease.
Extended health-benefit coverage may apply.
Complete confidentiality and trauma-informed care are assured.
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.
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!
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.
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.
Most patients start between 6 and 8 weeks postpartum, after medical clearance. You are welcome at any postpartum stage, even years later.
Yes. Stress incontinence (leaking with cough, sneeze, or exercise) and urgency incontinence (sudden strong urges) are highly responsive to pelvic floor physiotherapy. Most patients see significant improvement within 6 to 12 sessions.
Yes. We assess diastasis recti at your first postpartum visit and design a progressive core rehabilitation plan addressing breathing, intra-abdominal pressure, and functional movement, not just isolated crunches.
A detailed history, postural and breath assessment, optional internal pelvic floor exam (with consent), diastasis recti screening, and a personalized recovery plan.
Most extended health benefit plans cover physiotherapy provided by a registered physiotherapist. We provide digital and physical receipts for insurance reimbursement claims.
Yes. Our Leslieville space accommodates car seats, feeding, and your baby’s needs. We understand childcare can be difficult in the early postpartum period.
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