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Diastasis of the Rectus Abominis Muscle (DRAM) is the separation of the rectus abdominus muscles along the linea alba. This is a result of thining of the lining between the six-pack muscles, usually a result of pregnancy. Why does it happen during pregnancy? The main reason is...
Dyspareunia is the term used for pain experienced with, during, or after sexual intercourse. It can occur before penetration, on penetration, during penetrative intercourse or be an ongoing pain afterwards. It can be felt deep inside the pelvis, or closer to the entrance of the vagina,...
Vaginal prolapse is a common condition whereby the bladder, bowel or womb descend into the vagina. Symptoms commonly include: heaviness in the vaginal area a feeling of a lump in the vagina difficulty having sexual intercourse difficulty emptying your bladder or bowel constipation There are a...
Do your breasts feel hard, painful and warm to touch? Do you have a tender, red lump? Are you feeling feverish and unwell? Engorgement, blocked ducts and mastitis are painful and make breastfeeding difficult and uncomfortable. This is very distressing and can affect your ability to...
Pre and Post-natal massage can be beneficial for both expectant and new mothers in managing the significant changes their bodies go through, during this time. A pregnancy massage uses soft tissue massage along with gentle stretching techniques, to reduce common pregnancy-related aches and pain such as...
Have you recently given birth? How's everything feeling 'down there'? Having a baby changes a woman's body in a variety of ways, some of which can be quite unpleasant in the days, weeks and months after giving birth. Over 70% of women birthing vaginally will end...
Do your breasts feel hard, painful and warm to touch? Do you have a tender, red lump? Are you feeling feverish and unwell? Engorgement, blocked ducts and mastitis are painful and make breastfeeding difficult and uncomfortable. This is very distressing and can affect your ability to...