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Tummy Tuck 101: what it is, what you should know and how to heal your best

Pelvic Floor HealthPregnancy & Postpartum

Dr. Brooke Miller·Aug 25, 2025

Tummy Tuck 101: what it is, what you should know and how to heal your best

Considering a tummy tuck? The procedure options, how to choose a surgeon, what you'll need, common misconceptions, and the recovery timeline phase by phase.

What to expect from your first pelvic floor physical therapy appointment

Pelvic Floor HealthPregnancy & Postpartum

Dr. Brooke Miller·Feb 10, 2025

What to expect from your first pelvic floor physical therapy appointment

Nervous about your first pelvic floor PT visit? What happens, from your health history and goals to the assessment and your plan, plus how to prepare.

pregnancy, postpartum and the pelvic floor

Pelvic Floor HealthPregnancy & Postpartum

Dr. Brooke Miller·Jan 2, 2025

pregnancy, postpartum and the pelvic floor

How pregnancy and birth change your pelvic floor and core, common problems after baby, the timeline for recovery, and daily habits that help you heal.

Running Postpartum: Overcoming Incontinence Challenges

Pelvic Floor HealthPregnancy & Postpartum

Dr. Brooke Miller·Nov 8, 2024

Running Postpartum: Overcoming Incontinence Challenges

Leaking when you run after having a baby is common, but it doesn't have to stay. The three things we check before a postpartum mom gets back to running.

Pelvic Floor HealthPregnancy & Postpartum

Dr. Brooke Miller·Apr 29, 2021

TMJ and the Pelvic Floor connection

Jaw pain and leaking can be connected. How your jaw and pelvic floor are linked, why both are more common in women, and what stress has to do with it.

S.I. Joint Dysfunction: The where, what, why, who and when of treatment

Pelvic Floor HealthPregnancy & Postpartum

Dr. Brooke Miller·Apr 29, 2021

S.I. Joint Dysfunction: The where, what, why, who and when of treatment

SI joint pain explained: where the joint is, what goes wrong, who gets it, and treatments from self-management and PT to injections and surgery.

5 Cardinal Symptoms to Avoid During Pregnancy and Postpartum

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Dr. Brooke Miller·Jan 21, 2021

5 Cardinal Symptoms to Avoid During Pregnancy and Postpartum

Pain, peeing, pressure, coning and breath holding: the five cardinal symptoms that tell you an exercise isn't right for you yet in pregnancy or postpartum.

Why we shouldn’t wait until 6 weeks postpartum to exercise

Pelvic Floor HealthPregnancy & Postpartum

Dr. Brooke Miller·Jan 16, 2021

Why we shouldn’t wait until 6 weeks postpartum to exercise

The 6-week check-up isn't a starting line for exercise. Why gentle, guided movement can begin sooner after birth, and what to focus on first.

Pelvic Floor HealthPregnancy & Postpartum

Dr. Brooke Miller·Dec 21, 2020

common Signs of an Ineffective Core

Back pain when you twist, leaking when you lift, hemorrhoids? These can be signs your core isn't doing its job. What a working core does, and the warning signs.

how to safely and effectively return to planks postpartum

Pelvic Floor HealthPregnancy & Postpartum

Dr. Brooke Miller·Jul 22, 2020

how to safely and effectively return to planks postpartum

Planks are one of the last exercises to return after a baby or a C-section. What to watch for, and a step-by-step progression back to a full plank.

How to safely and effective return to kipping postpartum

Pelvic Floor HealthPregnancy & Postpartum

Dr. Brooke Miller·Jul 19, 2020

How to safely and effective return to kipping postpartum

Kipping is one of the last movements to return after a baby. Four exercises to build back to it safely, and the symptoms that mean slow down.

What to Expect From Your Postpartum Physical Therapy Visit

Pelvic Floor HealthPregnancy & Postpartum

Dr. Brooke Miller·Sep 18, 2019

What to Expect From Your Postpartum Physical Therapy Visit

What happens at a postpartum physical therapy visit: 60 minutes one-on-one, pelvic floor education, a full body screen, a core check and a plan to recover.

Feeding Your Baby: Tips to Decrease Pain

Pregnancy & PostpartumPain Management

Dr. Brooke Miller·May 21, 2019

Feeding Your Baby: Tips to Decrease Pain

Neck, shoulder or back pain from feeding your baby? Simple setup tips for nursing or bottle feeding: posture, pillows, a feeding station and more.

5 things to consider before returning to run postpartum

Pelvic Floor HealthPregnancy & Postpartum

Dr. Brooke Miller·May 13, 2019

5 things to consider before returning to run postpartum

When can you run after having a baby? The key points from the return-to-running postnatal guidelines: timing, red-flag symptoms and the strength you need first.

Breath and Pregnancy: 3 Ways Breath Affects Your Fitness

Pelvic Floor HealthPregnancy & Postpartum

Dr. Brooke Miller·Mar 26, 2019

Breath and Pregnancy: 3 Ways Breath Affects Your Fitness

Holding your breath to push through a lift raises pressure on your belly and pelvic floor. A pelvic floor PT explains how to breathe instead while pregnant.

postpartum mom's guide to making fitness decisions with the crossfit open

Pelvic Floor HealthPregnancy & Postpartum

Dr. Brooke Miller·Feb 7, 2019

postpartum mom's guide to making fitness decisions with the crossfit open

Why I'm skipping the Crossfit Open this year: a postpartum mom's guide to making informed fitness decisions and prioritizing long-term health over competition.

urinary incontinence and why your leaking isn't always because you are weak

Pelvic Floor HealthPregnancy & Postpartum

Dr. Brooke Miller·Aug 13, 2018

urinary incontinence and why your leaking isn't always because you are weak

Leaking isn't always a weak pelvic floor, and Kegels alone often don't fix it. What causes it, and how to get back to running and lifting without leaks.

Three Less Common “Things To Avoid” During Pregnancy and Postpartum Exercise

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Dr. Brooke Miller·Jul 9, 2018

Three Less Common “Things To Avoid” During Pregnancy and Postpartum Exercise

Exercise is good for you in pregnancy and postpartum. Three less obvious warning signs to watch for while you train, and what to do when you notice them.

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Dr. Brooke Miller·May 25, 2018

“Murph” considerations for the injured, pregnant and postpartum athlete

Tips for modifying the intense "Murph" workout for injured, pregnant, or postpartum athletes to ensure safety while honoring those who have served.

Pregnancy and Postpartum. It is more than just “listen to your body” – My Story.

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Dr. Brooke Miller·May 22, 2018

Pregnancy and Postpartum. It is more than just “listen to your body” – My Story.

Brooke, a DPT, on training through pregnancy and postpartum: what she got wrong, and how to keep moving with real information instead of guesswork.

Diastasis Recti 101: what is it and how to heal your gap

Pregnancy & PostpartumCore Health

Dr. Brooke Miller·Feb 28, 2018

Diastasis Recti 101: what is it and how to heal your gap

Diastasis recti, or split abs, is common in and after pregnancy but can happen to anyone. What it is, how to check your gap, and what helps it heal.

top 3 myths surrounding pregnancy and exercise

Pregnancy & PostpartumExercise & Fitness

Dr. Brooke Miller·Feb 9, 2018

top 3 myths surrounding pregnancy and exercise

Is it safe to exercise while pregnant? Three common myths, including the 140 bpm heart rate rule, and the benefits of staying active for you and your baby.