What to Expect: PREGNANCY & POSTPARTUM

Pregnancy and the postpartum period bring rapid physical, emotional, and lifestyle changes, and it is not always clear what is normal or what needs attention. This workshop provides a practical, evidence-based overview of what to expect during pregnancy and after birth, including changes in strength, posture, pelvic floor function, pain, and recovery.

Led by pelvic health specialists Kate Maurer, PT, DPT, and Kelsey Peterson, BS, MSOT, OTRL, this session helps you understand how your body adapts, what’s typical, and when to seek support. You’ll also learn simple, safe strategies to support comfort, healing, and confidence through each stage.

To register, call (989) 480-8872 or register online at www.renuept.com/workshop

What will be covered:

• Normal physical changes in pregnancy and postpartum
• Pelvic floor function and why it matters
• Common discomforts (back pain, pelvic pain, pressure symptoms)
• Core changes, including diastasis recti
• Safe movement and exercise guidelines
• Postpartum recovery timelines and expectations
• Signs that warrant further evaluation
• Practical strategies for daily comfort and mobility
• How pelvic health therapy can help

This session is designed to be approachable, informative, and supportive whether you are currently pregnant, newly postpartum, or planning ahead.