Why Every Mum Deserves a Mummy MOT, Even Years After Birth
The changes that occur in your body after birth aren’t always visible. And, often, the recovery process doesn’t end after only a few weeks.
Whether your baby is six weeks old or six years, if you're still experiencing discomfort, weakness or pelvic issues, you’re not alone. A Mummy MOT is not just for new mums: it’s a specialist postnatal assessment designed to support your recovery in the long-term. It can help restore confidence in your body, no matter how much time has passed.
What Is a Mummy MOT?
The Mummy MOT is a comprehensive postnatal physiotherapy assessment carried out by a certified women’s health specialist. It includes a detailed check of your pelvic floor, abdominal muscles, posture and breathing.
Based on this, you’re given a tailored plan for your recovery, with specific exercises and advice to help you heal and prevent long-term complications.
At PelviCare, our Mummy MOTs are delivered by experienced physiotherapists like Magdalena, a Chartered Specialist with nearly two decades of clinical expertise, and Karolina, who brings both physiotherapy and osteopathic insights. Together, they offer a holistic approach that treats more than just symptoms: they get to the root of the issue.
Why Timing Doesn’t Matter
Many women believe if they didn’t get a Mummy MOT shortly after giving birth, the chance has passed. That’s not true. The body doesn’t heal on a deadline, and symptoms like pelvic pain, incontinence, diastasis recti and backache often persist or show up months or even years after delivery.
Whether you had a vaginal birth or caesarean, you might still be dealing with:
- Core weakness or tummy separation (diastasis recti)
- Bladder leaks or urgency
- Pelvic heaviness or prolapse symptoms
- Pain during sex
- Lower back, hip or coccyx pain
- C-section or perineal scar sensitivity
These are not just normal parts of motherhood you have to live with. They’re signs your body needs support, and the Mummy MOT can help.
It's About Recovering, Not Perfection
At PelviCare, we see mums at all stages: some come six weeks after giving birth, others arrive years later, still feeling ‘not quite right’. The most common phrase we hear? ‘I wish I’d done this sooner.’
A Mummy MOT gives you a safe, private space to talk openly about what’s going on. It means you will be assessed thoroughly and receive a bespoke recovery plan that fits your goals, whether that’s returning to the gym, running after your toddler without leaks or just feeling like yourself again.
It’s Never Too Late to Start Feeling Better
You deserve to feel strong, supported and pain-free, no matter how old your child is. If something doesn’t feel right, trust your instincts. A Mummy MOT could be the missing piece.
Book your Mummy MOT today at PelviCare in Greenwich and take the first step towards lasting recovery. Or contact us for more information.