Mum looks after baby. Who looks after you?
A gentle guide to the Mummy MOT.
If you are a mum - whether your baby is six weeks, six months, or six years old, I want you to know this:
- Your body matters
- Your recovery matters
- You matter
You have grown and birthed a whole human - that's incredible! And just like any physical event (like running a marathon or having surgery), your body deserves expert support to recover, rebuild and thrive.
That's where the Mummy MOT comes in.
Wondering if a Mummy MOT is for you? (Spoiler alert- it probably is!)
Let's dive into the who, what, why and how of it all - because this could be your first step to truly feeling like yourself again.
Who?
If you've had a baby vaginally or via C-section, this is for you. Whether it was your first or your fifth, whether it was six weeks or six years ago, a Mummy MOT can help.
This isn't just for new mums in the early days. If you've notice things like:
- leaking when you sneeze, laugh, run
- a feeling of heaviness down there
- ongoing back, hip or pelvic pain
- a tummy gap / bulge that hasn't gone away
- pain in sex / difficulty getting back to intimacy.
- or even if you feel fine but you want reassurance you're recovering well then a Mummy MOT is 100% for you!
Why?
Why do I need a Mummy MOT? Let's be honest, after birth, the focus tends to shift completely to your baby. You are told your six week checkup is the green light to ‘get back to normal’ but very little attention is paid to how your body is actually doing.
Most postnatal checks barely scratch the surface.
The truth? Many women live with issues they think are just ‘part of being a mum’. But although leaking, pain and discomfort are common, they are not normal, and they can be resolved with the right support!
The Mummy MOT is about giving you that space. To be heard. To be assessed. To be looked after.
What?
What actually is a Mummy MOT? A Mummy MOT is a specialist postnatal checkup with a trained woman's health physio (like Lauren!) that looks at:
- your pelvic floor function
- abdominal wall checking for DRA / separation
- posture and core
- how your body is moving, holding an compensating
- Any aches, pains or concerns, both physical and emotional
We chat, we assess we make a plan that's tailored to you.
It's not about judgement. It's about empowerment. This is your safe space to ask all the questions you weren't sure you could ask. And to then get real answers.
When should I have a Mummy MOT?
Any time after six weeks postpartum is ideal. The main thing to know is it's never too late!
If you're struggling with sex or just want to reconnect with your body it doesn't matter if you're six weeks or sixteen years postpartum, you deserve some total loving care!
How does it work?
Here is what to expect:
1. An initial Mummy MOT assessment
Includes a 60 minute session to assess pelvic floor, abdominal wall and muscles, posture, breathing, movement patterns and any other concerns you may have. We'll talk about your birth experience, your symptoms (if any), your sex life and your goals - whether that's getting back to activity, lifting your child with ease or feeling comfortable in your own skin again.
2. Tailored plan
Based on your assessment, we will give you a personalised rehab plan. This could include pelvic floor exercises [don't worry, it's not just squeeze, hold and hope!], movement work, postural support and core rehab.
3. Follow up support
Many women find follow up appointments helpful to guide their recovery and I'll be beside you every step of your healing journey.
Final thoughts [and a little encouragement)
Mums, I know how easy it is to put yourself last. But your health isn't a luxury, it's a foundation. You deserve to feel strong, confident and supported in your postnatal journey. So whether you're still bleeding or back at work, exhausted or energised, uncertain or curious, I invite you to take that first step.
Let's get you booked in for your Mummy MOT! This is your time!