Becoming a mother is one of the most important moments in a woman's life. Beyond the joys that motherhood brings, it is also important to prepare for the potential challenges a new mother's body may face.
Becoming a mother is one of the most significant events in a woman’s life. The body changes to create a new life, and the heart experiences intense emotions. Motherhood is a joyful event that requires awareness of the physical and emotional challenges a mother will face.
Preparing in the best way is essential to tackle every challenge with the right readiness. In today’s blog article, we address an important topic: intimacy in relation to the changes in the pelvic floor caused by pregnancy and childbirth. This topic is often underestimated or completely avoided due to taboos or embarrassment, which only widen the gap between the needs of new mothers and the professionals who care for their health. New mothers are often left alone, full of doubts and worries. Let’s try to clarify.
Perineal changes and the important role of physiotherapy
Changes in the perineal muscles caused by the baby’s weight, hormones, and childbirth can lead to loss of tone and function. Childbirth, whether natural or cesarean, is a demanding event for every woman. Preventive physiotherapy, through a planned path throughout pregnancy, increases a woman’s awareness of her body—especially the pelvic muscles—training and toning the tissues to avoid tears and episiotomies. Physiotherapy, through specific treatments and preventive and rehabilitative programs, prevents and treats common disorders like incontinence or pain from torn or scarred tissue. By restoring the perineum to full and proper function, a woman is free from discomfort and pain, and can once again enjoy a fulfilling and pleasurable sex life.
Emotions and stress
Motherhood means experiencing a vast range of emotions. On one side: joy, wonder, and the awe of an extraordinary moment. On the other: lack of sleep, constant demands from the newborn, and worries that increase stress and tension. These factors, combined with physical changes and hormonal instability, can lead to a decreased libido. It’s important to know that this emotional whirlwind is common and can be addressed through open communication with one’s partner and, if needed, support from a professional.
Physiotherapy also plays a role in restoring emotional well-being, because gaining awareness of one’s body and how the entire pelvic musculature works gives women the ability to manage and enhance desire, deriving maximum pleasure from every sexual act.
All Kinetic Center services for new mothers
At the Kinetic Center, a physiotherapy and rehabilitation center in Lugano, we care deeply about women and have created specific programs for pregnancy and the postpartum period. We were one of the first clinics in Ticino to focus on pelvic floor care and have recently organized specific courses on this topic.
Our team of specialized physiotherapists offers numerous prevention and rehabilitation programs for expectant and new mothers. Thanks to manual and instrumental treatments tailored to each patient, our therapists will support you in regaining health and rediscovering well-being and serenity in your intimate life.
Kinetic Center provides a welcoming environment and numerous services designed specifically for the needs of mothers and children. One of the most appreciated services is the free baby-sitting. We know that many mothers give up on self-care because they have to look after their children. At our center, qualified staff will take care of your little ones during your physiotherapy sessions. We have a dedicated and equipped play area, with toys and colors, and a free service for infants aged 0 to 36 months, available upon reservation.
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