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Pelvic floor and diastasis recti: What every midwife needs to know about functional recovery
1
Bumilpamil Indonesia, Founder, Jakarta, Indonesia
2
The Center for Women's Fitness, Director of The Carolyne Anthony Method, United States, United States
3
ADC Movement Education, Founder, Singapore, Singapore
Eur J Midwifery 2026;10(Supplement 1):A1089
ABSTRACT
THE LEARNING OUTCOMES:
1. Understand the anatomy and physiological changes related to diastasis recti and pelvic floor dysfunction during and after pregnancy. 2. Identify safe and effective movement for prenatal and postnatal clients. 3. Demonstrate core and pelvic floor rehabilitation techniques using The Carolyne Anthony Method. 4. Modify exercises based on individual needs and stages of pregnancy or postpartum recovery. 5. Educate clients about body awareness, breath work, and functional movement for long-term recovery.
THE PROCESS/ACTIVITIES:
Introduction & Icebreaker (10 minutes) – Opening poll and discussion on clinical experience with DR and pelvic floor issues. Session 1 (30 minutes) – Presentation on anatomy, common dysfunctions, and movement-based theory. Session 2 (60 minutes) – Practical session: guided exercises focusing on core stabilization, pelvic floor activation, and breathing. Session 3 (10 minutes) – Modifications and contraindications for prenatal/postnatal stages. Wrap-up (10 minutes) – Summary, Q&A, and personal action plans.
AUDIENCE PARTICIPATION:
Movement-based practice sessions; Group discussions; Interactive demonstrations using mats and props; Q&A segments with case scenarios Additional reading Lee D. The Pelvic Girdle: An Integration of Clinical Expertise and Research. 2020. Bø K, et al. Evidence-Based Physical Therapy for the Pelvic Floor. 2015. Australian Physiotherapy Association. Clinical Guidelines on Postnatal Rehabilitation. Australian Physiotherapy Association; 2021.
1. Understand the anatomy and physiological changes related to diastasis recti and pelvic floor dysfunction during and after pregnancy. 2. Identify safe and effective movement for prenatal and postnatal clients. 3. Demonstrate core and pelvic floor rehabilitation techniques using The Carolyne Anthony Method. 4. Modify exercises based on individual needs and stages of pregnancy or postpartum recovery. 5. Educate clients about body awareness, breath work, and functional movement for long-term recovery.
THE PROCESS/ACTIVITIES:
Introduction & Icebreaker (10 minutes) – Opening poll and discussion on clinical experience with DR and pelvic floor issues. Session 1 (30 minutes) – Presentation on anatomy, common dysfunctions, and movement-based theory. Session 2 (60 minutes) – Practical session: guided exercises focusing on core stabilization, pelvic floor activation, and breathing. Session 3 (10 minutes) – Modifications and contraindications for prenatal/postnatal stages. Wrap-up (10 minutes) – Summary, Q&A, and personal action plans.
AUDIENCE PARTICIPATION:
Movement-based practice sessions; Group discussions; Interactive demonstrations using mats and props; Q&A segments with case scenarios Additional reading Lee D. The Pelvic Girdle: An Integration of Clinical Expertise and Research. 2020. Bø K, et al. Evidence-Based Physical Therapy for the Pelvic Floor. 2015. Australian Physiotherapy Association. Clinical Guidelines on Postnatal Rehabilitation. Australian Physiotherapy Association; 2021.
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