YOUR JOURNEY TO RECOVERY STARTS HERE!
At Olivia Bailey Physiotherapy, we understand the physical and emotional challenges that can come with pregnancy, postnatal recovery, and women’s health concerns.
We specialise in pelvic health and women’s health physiotherapy in Maidstone, supporting you through every stage — from pregnancy and postnatal recovery to returning to exercise with confidence. We support a wide range of concerns, including pelvic floor weakness, bladder concerns, postnatal recovery, pregnancy-related discomfort, and returning safely to exercise after childbirth.
As a mum herself, Olivia provides a supportive and understanding environment for women navigating motherhood and recovery. Olivia is a fully qualified HCPC and CSP registered physiotherapist with specialised training in women’s health and postnatal rehabilitation. She has also completed Mummy MOT® Practitioner training, enabling her to carry out comprehensive postnatal assessments tailored to your individual needs.
Olivia is dedicated to providing personalised, patient-centred care, ensuring every treatment and class is tailored to your unique goals and stage of recovery.
What is The Mummy MOT?
The Mummy MOT® is a comprehensive postnatal assessment designed to evaluate your pelvic floor, core strength, posture, and musculoskeletal health following childbirth. This service is suitable for any mother who wants to regain strength, address common postnatal concerns, and receive professional guidance on recovery — regardless of how long it has been since giving birth.
What Does The Mummy MOT® Include?
Pelvic Floor Assessment:
An assessment to evaluate pelvic floor strength and function, helping to identify symptoms such as bladder leakage or signs of pelvic organ prolapse. (A GP referral may be required for formal medical diagnosis where necessary.)
Core Function Evaluation:
Assessment of abdominal muscles to check for abdominal separation (diastasis recti), along with tailored advice and exercises to help rebuild core strength safely.
Posture & Musculoskeletal Assessment:
Evaluation of posture and movement to identify aches and pains related to pregnancy and childbirth, such as back pain, hip pain, or sciatica.
Benefits of a Mummy MOT®:
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Assess and support pelvic floor recovery
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Rebuild core strength and address abdominal separation
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Improve posture, movement, and mobility
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Identify and address postnatal aches and pains
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Receive a personalised postnatal recovery plan
Book a Mummy MOT® today to begin your journey to recovery.
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Postpartum Physiotherapy for a Stronger, Healthier You
Recovering after childbirth is a crucial time for your body. Postpartum physiotherapy helps support healing and restore strength by addressing discomfort and physical changes caused by pregnancy and delivery. Whether you're experiencing pelvic floor dysfunction, back pain, abdominal separation, or simply want to regain confidence and return safely to exercise, our postpartum physiotherapy services in Maidstone are tailored to your individual needs. Postpartum physiotherapy is typically recommended from around 6 weeks after birth, but can be beneficial at any stage of your recovery.
What Does Postpartum Physiotherapy Include?
Pelvic Floor Rehabilitation:
Targeted exercises to strengthen the pelvic floor, helping to manage symptoms such as bladder leakage, pelvic organ prolapse, or discomfort during intimacy.
Core Strengthening:
Rebuilding abdominal muscles, addressing diastasis recti (abdominal separation), and restoring stability to the spine and pelvis.
Pain Relief:
Treatment to address pelvic, hip, and back pain, supporting recovery from musculoskeletal changes related to pregnancy and childbirth.
Postural Correction:
Assessing and correcting posture changes following pregnancy, helping restore balance, movement, and mobility.
Manual Therapy:
Hands-on treatment, including massage techniques, to help relieve pain, improve mobility, and support recovery.
Benefits of Postpartum Physiotherapy:
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Restore pelvic floor function and core strength
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Relieve postpartum aches and pains
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Improve posture, balance, and mobility
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Receive tailored exercises and recovery advice
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Hands-on treatment to support healing and recovery
Book your postpartum physiotherapy session today and take the first step towards regaining your strength and confidence.
Pilates Classes for Mums & Mums-to-Be
Pregnancy Massage - Relax & Rejuvenate
Pregnancy can bring about various aches and discomforts, but pregnancy massage is a wonderful way to relax and soothe your body during this special time. Our pregnancy massage services are designed to help ease back pain, reduce swelling, and improve circulation while providing deep relaxation for both mother and baby. Pregnancy massage is suitable after the first trimester (from 12 weeks onwards), ensuring both safety and comfort throughout your treatment.
Benefits of Pregnancy Massage:
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Relieves muscle tension and back pain
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Helps reduce swelling and improve circulation
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Reduces stress and anxiety
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Supports better sleep and relaxation
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Encourages comfort and wellbeing during pregnancy
Pregnancy massage is performed by a fully trained professional, ensuring your safety and comfort throughout the session. All treatments are carefully adapted for pregnancy and are offered allowing expectant mothers to relax with confidence. Whether you're experiencing sore muscles, swelling, or simply need time to unwind, pregnancy massage is a safe and nurturing way to support your wellbeing.
Book your pregnancy massage with Maria Bailey Holistic Therapy today!
Our specialised Pilates classes are designed to help you build strength, improve flexibility, and recover safely after childbirth. These classes offer the perfect balance of gentle movement and strength-building exercises, focusing on the areas that need the most support during pregnancy and the postnatal period, including the core and pelvic floor muscles.
Mum & Baby Pilates
Bring your baby along to our Mum & Baby Pilates classes in Maidstone, where you can bond with your little one while rebuilding strength and confidence. These classes are a great way to reconnect with your body, support your postnatal recovery, and meet other new mums in a relaxed and welcoming environment. Mum & Baby Pilates classes are typically suitable from around 6 weeks postnatal, following medical clearance where appropriate.
Benefits of Pilates for Mums:
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Improve core strength and pelvic floor function
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Increase strength and flexibility
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Support safe postnatal recovery
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Relieve stress and tension
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Reconnect with your body in a supportive environment
Join our Pilates classes today and start feeling stronger and more energised!