Pregnancy comes with A LOT of changes—but does that mean we’re supposed to just accept the back pain, leaking, pelvic pressure, hip pain, and other uncomfortable symptoms that can come with growing a baby?
**Nope! And that’s exactly what we’re talking about today.**
I’m joined by **Dr. Kelsy Vick, PT, DPT, OCS**, a women’s health physical therapist, to talk about supporting our bodies during pregnancy, preparing for birth, and setting ourselves up for postpartum recovery.
**In this episode, we’re talking about:**
- Why you don’t have to wait until something hurts to see a pelvic floor PT
- What your pelvic floor actually does—and why it’s about more than Kegels!
- Why learning to relax and lengthen your pelvic floor matters for birth
- Common pregnancy concerns like back and SI pain, leaking, hip pain, and diastasis recti
- Staying active during pregnancy (even when a full workout is NOT happening)
- How breath work, hip mobility, and core connection can support birth prep and postpartum recovery
Whether you’re trying to conceive, currently pregnant, or thinking ahead to birth and recovery, this episode will help you better understand your body—and why you don’t necessarily have to “just deal with” uncomfortable pregnancy symptoms.
**Connect with Dr. Kelsy Vick:** @dr.kelsyvickdpt & @wellnessbigsispod
Listen to Wellness Big Sis the Pod
Video links mentioned in the episode
Listen to ME on Dr. Kelsy's podcast (our podcast swap!)
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✨ **Disclaimer:** This episode is for educational purposes only and is **not medical advice**. Always consult your doctor and/or pediatrician regarding your health or your child’s health.
👉 **Where to find us:**
- Instagram: @functionalmedicineformoms
- YouTube & Podcast Networks: Functional Medicine for Moms
- Email: [kelly@molinemethod.com](mailto:kelly@molinemethod.com)
- Work with me: molinemethod.com — book a free consultation or order professional-grade supplements through Fullscript.
