A specialist postnatal assessment with hands‑on treatment and a tailored plan to support pelvic health, energy levels, strength and overall recovery after birth.
Postnatal recovery
A postpartum MOT is a specialist postnatal check for women after both vaginal and caesarean births. It goes beyond the usual six‑week appointment to pay close attention to how you are really feeling in your body after birth.
In one session, I look at your posture, breathing, abdominal wall (including any separation), spine, scars and if appropriate in the first session a pelvic floor assessment and a holistic assessment of how your body is adapting to this stage of motherhood.
Together we make sense of what is happening, and you receive some initial hands‑on treatment and simple, tailored ideas to support your everyday movement and recovery.
Common concerns after birth
A postpartum MOT can help if you’re noticing leaks, heaviness in your pelvis, ongoing scar soreness, or a tummy that feels weak or “separated” when you move, weakness, ongoing back or pelvic pain.
It is also for you if you feel generally “not quite right” after birth and want a clear, supportive plan to restore strength, confidence and comfort in your body, whether you are a few weeks, months or years postpartum.
I would generally recommend this to any mum who had some level of intervention in her birth as it really ensures that you are not retaining any patterns going forward – I often treat mothers who have only just found me years later and wish they had received this level of support soon after their birth.
You may find this assessment helpful if you are:
Your assessment
I start by listening to your story – your pregnancy, birth, and how you’re feeling in your body now.
From there, I carry out a gentle head-to-toe assessment that includes posture and breathing, your abdominal wall and any separation, your spine, your organs, pelvic floor function. Treatment is included in the first session and may include adjustments to your diaphragm, ‘visceral balancing’, spinal balancing, scar and soft-tissue work. I also carry out pelvic floor assessments but in my experience it is better to pace this and not rush due to the intimate nature of the work.
Everything happens at your pace and with your consent, and you’ll receive initial hands-on treatment where appropriate, plus clear guidance on next steps.
“After just one session I felt immediate relief and made life instantly easier”
“I was in quite a lot of discomfort with my episiotomy following the birth of my son, which was impacting my postnatal recovery when Rebecca suggested INDIBA treatment. After just one session I felt immediate relief and made life instantly easier. The treatment is pain free and relaxing. I’ve now had two sessions and I’m so pleased I’ve been able to do this and start the healing process.“
Lucy, London
What's included
In this 60‑minute session, I bring together assessment, gentle treatment and a simple plan so you know how to support your recovery.
Your Postpartum MOT can include:
Beyond the Six-Week Check
Recovery does not end at six weeks. Many women find that, once the early checks are over, they are still left with questions about their body and how they really feel after birth. It is common to notice abdominal separation, pelvic floor symptoms, scar discomfort, back or pelvic pain, or to feel unsure about how and when to return to exercise.
In a Postpartum MOT, we look at how all of this fits together – how you move, how your body respond to touch, where you feel strong or vulnerable, and how symptoms show up day to day.
But importantly we are not just looking at physical symptoms – this is a holistic check where we assess also how your energy is flowing, where there are blocks, and how to restore and recover optimally.
The aim is not just to “fix” one area, but to understand what your body is asking for now.
From there, we shape a realistic plan that sits alongside your energy, responsibilities and the kind of movement and activity that matters to you. The focus is on steady, sustainable recovery, so you can feel more at home in your body after birth rather than pushing yourself without a clear map.
For those who have scar tissue from birth (c-section scar, episiotomy scar, scars from large tears) then I offer specialist scar tissue work using INDIBA radiofrequency therapy. This type of therapy is at the leading edge of scar tissue treatment and has incredible results. For more information ….
Pregnancy and birth place enormous demands on your body, yet so much attention goes to your baby afterwards that your own recovery can easily take a back seat.
A Postpartum MOT is a comprehensive postnatal assessment that looks beyond the usual six-week check, giving us time to explore how your body is recovering following either a vaginal birth or C-section.
During our 60-minute appointment, I’ll assess your posture, breathing, abdominal muscles (including any separation), pelvic floor function and any scar tissue or areas of discomfort. We’ll also discuss any bladder, bowel or sexual health concerns you may be experiencing.
The appointment includes an initial treatment where appropriate, alongside practical advice and a personalised plan to support your recovery.
You don’t need to wait until you’re experiencing problems to have a postnatal assessment.
I generally recommend a postpartum check within the first couple of months after giving birth, particularly if you’ve experienced tearing, an episiotomy, forceps delivery or a C-section.
The right time will depend on your recovery, the type of birth you’ve had and whether there have been any complications. Some assessments or treatments may need to wait until you’ve healed sufficiently.
And if it’s been months or even years since you gave birth, it’s not too late. You can still seek support for concerns that have continued or developed over time.
Absolutely. A Postpartum MOT is for women who’ve had either a vaginal birth or a C-section.
Following a C-section, you might be experiencing discomfort around your scar, tightness through your abdomen, difficulty moving comfortably or changes in your posture and breathing.
We’ll look at how your body is recovering, including your abdominal muscles, scar tissue and any areas of discomfort. Where appropriate, I may use gentle osteopathic techniques and offer advice on movement, scar care and exercises to support your recovery.
If your scar needs more focused attention, I also offer specialist scar tissue treatment, including INDIBA TECAR therapy, which we can explore separately if appropriate.
Yes. Pregnancy and birth can affect your pelvic floor, whether you’ve had a vaginal delivery or a C-section.
You might be experiencing leaking when you cough or exercise, a feeling of heaviness or pressure in your pelvis, discomfort during sex or difficulty reconnecting with your pelvic floor muscles.
As part of the MOT, we’ll talk through any symptoms you’re experiencing and look at how your pelvic floor is functioning alongside your breathing and abdominal muscles.
Depending on your concerns, this may involve an external assessment or a discussion about whether a more detailed pelvic floor examination would be helpful. I’ll always explain what’s involved beforehand, and any examination will only take place with your consent.
We’ll then discuss what we’ve found and any next steps, which might include exercises, further treatment or a referral for specialist pelvic health support.
Yes, you’re welcome to bring your baby along.
If possible, I recommend bringing a partner, friend or family member who can look after your baby while you’re being treated. This gives you a little more space to relax and focus on your own appointment.
But I understand that isn’t always possible, especially in those early weeks and months. If you’re coming on your own with your baby, please let me know and we’ll do our best to make the appointment work for you both.
If you’d also like your baby to have an osteopathic appointment, we can arrange separate appointments, ideally one after the other.
If you are experiencing postnatal symptoms such as leaking, pelvic heaviness, scar discomfort or a sense of disconnection from your body after birth, a Postpartum MOT offers a gentle, thorough way to understand what is happening and support your recovery.
Appointments take place in Walthamstow, London.