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The Mama Physio

Musculoskeletal, Women’s, Men’s and Pelvic Health Physiotherapist. Clinical Pilates instructor based in Melbourne, Australia

18/06/2026

Well... I planned to post regular updates during maternity leave.

Instead, I blinked and now the twins are 8 months old 😅

Since my last update we’ve survived life with newborn twins, watched Belle become a big sister, travelled overseas with 7 month old twins and a toddler, and somehow made it to the other side.

A few reflections from the past 8 months:
✨ Practice really does make things easier.
✨ Temperament please a bigger role than I ever appreciated.
✨ I’ve never been more grateful for the people who showed up for us this year.
✨ Get the professional photos, even if you don’t feel “ready”.
✨ Some seasons are about surviving, not thriving.
✨ If you’re struggling, talking to someone can make all the difference.
✨ Most things feel more manageable with a bit more sleep and a bit more time.

I’m excited to share that I’m officially returning to the clinic on 1st July and will be seeing patients on Wednesdays and Fridays.

Thank you for following along during this wonderfully chaotic season of life. I’m looking forward to getting back to supporting women through pregnancy, postpartum recovery, birth preparation and pelvic floor health ❤️

Bookings are now open via the link in my bio.

08/06/2026

DID YOU KNOW? Some movements can actually boost the effectiveness of your pelvic floor exercises! (📌SAVE for later!)

When you combine specific movements with a pelvic floor contraction, you may recruit more muscle fibres than with traditional Kegels alone.

👉Swipe to find out more!

Did you know that the MOVE app incorporates evidence, such as this, to make sure all the workouts and programs are rehabilitative for you, regardless of your stage - pregnancy, postpartum or beyond!

01/06/2026

2 KIWIS A DAY KEEPS CONSTIPATION AT BAY 🥝💩

If you’re pregnant or postpartum and struggling with constipation… this one’s for you.

Research has shown that eating 2 green kiwis a day may help improve bowel movements naturally — thanks to the fibre, water content + natural enzymes they contain.

And unlike some other constipation remedies, kiwis are gentle on the gut too 🙌

Save this for later or send to a constipated mama who needs to hear it 👀

Have you tried this before? ⬇️

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25/05/2026

Your body has been through a lot - and your perineum deserves care too 💕

Swipe through for 7 simple tips to support healing and recovery after birth

Save this for postpartum prep (you’ll thank yourself later) and send it to a new mama who needs this reminder ✨

I’d love to know - what’s one thing that made the biggest difference in your recovery during those early weeks?

17/05/2026

SEND this to a friend who is pregnant! 🤰🏻 💌

Perineal massage is FREE and has minimal to no risks…. Plus ALLLLLL these benefits listed for first time mothers.

I find the biggest barrier to doing perineal massage is not knowing how to do it properly! Keep your eyes peeled for a series of informative posts coming up to help you! What would you like to know? What was your barrier to doing it?

Also, for MOVE app members you’ll notice there are educational videos explaining how to do in detail too! Find in the “Birth preparation” section of the pregnancy program.

13/05/2026

For years, pregnant women were told to avoid abdominal exercises completely out of fear they’d worsen diastasis recti (DRAM).

But newer research is challenging that advice 👀

Core exercises in pregnancy are not automatically unsafe, and maintaining abdominal strength and function during pregnancy may actually support postpartum recovery.

We need to stop fear-mongering movement in pregnancy and start focusing on evidence-based, individualised exercise instead

SAVE this for later and send it to a pregnant friend who needs to hear this ✨

11/05/2026

TELL ME… What advice were YOU given postpartum? 👇

Your postpartum body doesn’t need pressure to “bounce back” - but it does deserve guidance!

One of the biggest problems I see is women either: 👉 doing way too much too soon OR 👉 being told to do absolutely nothing… with no support on how to safely return to movement.

Both can feel really confusing in those first 6 weeks postpartum.

I’ll always stress the importance of rest, recovery and listening to your body in these early weeks.

But gentle, appropriate movement can also be incredibly beneficial when introduced gradually and intentionally.

This carousel isn’t me telling you to exercise more in the early postpartum period. It’s simply guidance so that if you do want to move, you can do so safely and confidently.

10/05/2026

My first Mother’s Day as a mum of 3… how on earth do I have 3 kids?! 🩷

It’s chaotic, loud and busy, but also the most love, joy and purpose I’ve ever known.

Happy Mother’s Day to all the mums out there, including my own. You’re doing an amazing job 🫶🏼

Thinking of all those who find it tough today ❤️‍🩹

07/05/2026

A little reintroduction since I’ve now hit 50K followers (hiii 👋🏼)!! Swap to find out a bit more about me.

I’d love to know when you first started following me? Let me know below 👇

And whilst I’m at it, I want to let you all know that I’m currently running a 50K x Mother’s Day 50% off sale for the app!! Head to my website to find out more🩷. Ends midnight Sunday 10th May.

05/05/2026

Send this to a friend who’s been told to “just do Kegels” 👀
…and SAVE this so you don’t forget it

Pelvic floor training isn’t one-size-fits-all. Direct training is essential, and adding coordination into movement may improve outcomes.

This is exactly how “Elevate Your Floor” is structured inside my Move app.

Tell me - what’s worked for you? Let me know below ⬇️

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Clifton Hill
Melbourne, VIC
3068

Website

http://Www.themamaphysio.com.au/

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