Episode 76: Returning to Dance Postpartum

What happens after your OB clears you to return to activity after approximately 6 weeks postpartum? Is it wise to take your first ballet class the day after clearance? As it turns out, things like prolapse, incontinence, pelvic floor dysfunction and pain are more common than we realize postpartum and require some attention in order to return to activity in full. In this episode, we are joined by Dr. Julia Rosenthal PT, DPT, OCS, PRPC who will talk briefly about a wide range of topics to consider when returning to dance postpartum including prolapse, urinary incontinence, the GI system, breastfeed and the musculoskeletal system. Get in touch with Julia by visiting her website Empowerpt.nyc, sending her an email julia@empowerpt.nyc or following her on Instagram @juliarosenthaldpt Support DanceWell Podcast by donating - https://gf.me/u/yxv25p Host: Marissa Schaeffer Co-Hosts: Ellie Kusner and Marissa Schaeffer Website: www.dancewellpodcast.com Email: DanceWellPodcast@gmail.com Introduction Soundscape: Brendan Berry and Dylan Ezzie