Pelvic Floor Health: Your Guide to Pregnancy and Postpartum Care

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As the leader in urogynecology, the American Urogynecologic Society (AUGS) developed this book to provide you with expert advice and guidance on pelvic floor health and to highlight the changes you may experience during and after pregnancy.

The authors of this book are dedicated clinicians with years of experience helping patients maintain or, in some cases, regain pelvic floor health. It is important to note that most women still have at least one pelvic floor problem that bothers them a year after childbirth. This book will provide you with answers to important pelvic floor-related questions, help prepare you for the expected and unexpected, and present you with a list of invaluable tips and resources. After reading, you will become not only familiar with possible pelvic floor specific issues, but also solutions to recovery (such as physical therapy exercises) for pelvic rehabilitation.

From the Publisher

Your Guide to Pregnancy and Postpartum Care

Pregnancy in third trimester

Late in the third trimester, the enlarged uterus presses on the bladder (arrow). You can also see how the back curves in more to readjust the center of gravity. Some people refer to this as “sway-back” posture.

Uterus after pregnancy

These images show the size of the uterus during the postpartum period as it returns to normal size. Panel A shows the uterus immediately after delivery, Panel B shows the uterus a few days after delivery, and Panel C shows the uterus 6–8 weeks after delivery.

Proper baby carrying technique

As your body recovers and your muscles strengthen, try to use proper techniques when holding your baby. You will want to keep your baby as close to your body’s center of gravity and avoid holding your breath as much as possible. This can prevent muscle strain and pain.

ASIN ‏ : ‎ B0BNTSY477
Publisher ‏ : ‎ American Urogynecologic Society (December 1, 2022)
Language ‏ : ‎ English
Paperback ‏ : ‎ 106 pages
ISBN-13 ‏ : ‎ 979-8986589305
Item Weight ‏ : ‎ 7.5 ounces
Dimensions ‏ : ‎ 6 x 0.25 x 9 inches