Mummy MOT

- Post Birth Recovery

What is a Mummy MOT®?

A Mummy MOT® is a specialist postnatal check designed to assess how your body is recovering after childbirth, whether it was a vaginal or caesarean delivery. Many women experience weakness in their abdominal and pelvic floor muscles after pregnancy, which can lead to issues like back pain, pelvic pain, or bladder dysfunction. Our Mummy MOT® aims to address these concerns, helping you regain strength and function.

When Should You Get a Mummy MOT®?

It’s recommended to have an initial assessment around 6-8 weeks post-birth, but it’s never too late. We also welcome women who gave birth years ago and are still experiencing issues such as a tummy gap (diastasis recti) or pelvic floor dysfunction.

What to Expect During Your Mummy MOT®

Our clinic offers a comprehensive 1-hour assessment, carried out by our fully trained and accredited practitioners. During this session, we will:

  • Conduct a full postural screen.
  • Assess your pelvic floor muscles.
  • Perform an abdominal muscle exam to check for separation.
  • Screen for any bladder, bowel, or sexual dysfunction.

Personalised Follow-Up Care

Following your assessment, we provide:

  • Education and advice on safe activities, such as lifting your baby or pushing a buggy.
  • A bespoke rehabilitation programme tailored to your goals and lifestyle.
  • A written report summarising the findings of your assessment.
 

Why Choose Physiotherapy Stotfold?

Our clinic has been a trusted provider of physiotherapy services across Bedfordshire, Cambridgeshire, and Hertfordshire since 2003. We are dedicated to offering ethical and up-to-date treatments, ensuring the best possible outcomes for our patients. 

With a fully accredited Mummy MOT® practitioner on our team, you can be confident in receiving expert care tailored to your postnatal needs.

Whether you’re a new mum or have been living with postnatal issues for years, our Mummy MOT® is here to help you restore your body’s strength and function.