Common Conditions

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Welcome ladies, we are so glad you made it here! Recovery after pregnancy is a big journey for nearly every woman. It takes time, commitment and perseverance to get strong again, and along the way there is so much to learn! On this page we have compiled videos and PDFs on many common postnatal conditions, and how to manage them. We are always adding to and updating this page, so keep checking in.

Videos

De Quervein’s Tenosynovitis

Are you getting thumb pain? This condition is so common postnatally that it is known as ‘Mummy Thumb’. Alicia discusses the anatomy of the thumb and wrist in the context of this condition, as well as going through the causes, symptoms and a management plan. Read more about DQS here.

Carpal Tunnel

Alicia discusses the anatomy of the carpal tunnel and the changes to this area that occur after pregnancy. She goes through the symptoms and management of carpal tunnel syndrome, so if this applies to you, please have a watch.

Mastitis

In our mastitis education video Natalie discusses the risk factors and symptoms of mastitis, treatment options for this condition and preventative measures you can take. As with so many other conditions, early treatment is key to quick recovery, so please have a watch!

Low Back Pain

This video with Nat is about low back pain during pregnancy, but it also relates to the postnatal period.

Coccydnynia Pain

Pelvic Girdle Pain

Feeling pain in your tailbone? Let Alicia explain what Coccydynia is and how to manage it best. Read more about Coccydnynia here.

Natalie talks you through pregnancy-related pelvic girdle pain - what it is, why it happens, what might make it worse and how to manage it. This pain resolves after pregnancy for most women, but for some it lingers or even starts after baby is born.

PDFs to read and download

Lymphatic Drainage for the Breast and Mastitis

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