Episode 42: The 6-Week Postpartum Checkup: What Your OB vs Your PT Look For

In this solo episode (yes, Becky flies completely solo because Jessica lost her voice!), we unpack the confusion around the six-week postpartum visit — the OB/midwife check, the pelvic floor PT check, and why they both matter but for totally different reasons. Becky breaks down what “cleared” really means, why so many people feel blindsided when they jump back into exercise, and how to think about returning to movement without fear, shame, or internet-influencer nonsense. If you’ve ever wondered why your body still feels off after your doctor said you were “good to go,” this episode is your guide.In this episode: ✨ The real goal of the 6-week OB/midwife visit🩺 What pelvic floor PT is actually assessing🏃‍♀️ Why “clearance” is not the same as “prepared”💦 Leakage, heaviness & pain — common but treatable🧠 Fear-based exercise rules vs actual risk💪 How to rebuild confidence in your postpartum body⏳ Why it’s never too late for pelvic floor PT🦃 A surprisingly emotional Turkey fun factPostpartum clearance isn’t a finish line — it’s a starting point! Find us: 📧 [email protected]📸 Instagram: @ladybirdpt🌐 Book a visit: ladybirdpt.com🧡 In-person care in Austin + virtual care worldwide⭐️ Leave a review — it helps other parents find us