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Postnatal check
Postnatal Physio Checks in Lisburn, Hillsborough & Dromore
Our postnatal physio checks are available from 6 weeks postpartum and are recommended for all new mums. These sessions help assess your readiness to return to exercise and identify common postnatal complications, such as pelvic floor weakness, abdominal wall weakness, or rectus diastasis (separation of the tummy muscles).
Whether you’ve had a vaginal or Caesarean birth, our postnatal checks are designed to support and optimise your recovery.
What to Expect During a Postnatal Check
Your session lasts up to one hour and may include:
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Posture and functional movement assessment
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Evaluation of lower back, pelvis, and abdominal muscles (including any gapping)
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Pelvic floor assessment (an internal examination may be recommended and will only be carried out with your full consent)
You are welcome to bring a chaperone to your appointment — just let us know in advance. We will also discuss your personal concerns and future goals, tailoring advice and exercises to your needs.
Meet Your Physio
Andrea Lucas is a highly experienced Chartered Physiotherapist specialising in postnatal pelvic health and musculoskeletal recovery. As a mum of four (including twins), Andrea has personal experience with vaginal and C-section deliveries, including planned, unplanned, and birth trauma, as well as miscarriage.
She is passionate about supporting mums through their postnatal journey, helping you recover safely, regain strength, and get back to doing the things you love.
Book a Postnatal Check Below
Antenatal Reformer Pilates
Antenatal Reformer Pilates
We offer Reformer Pilates sessions specifically for women during pregnancy, available as private 1-1 sessions or in small groups of up to 5 participants. Our classes provide a safe, supportive, and personalised environment to help you move confidently through pregnancy.
Class Time: Thursday, 6:00 p.m.
Venue: All Active Reformer Studio, Hillsborough
Why Reformer Pilates in Pregnancy?
Exercise during pregnancy has been shown to support muscle strength, posture, flexibility, and overall wellbeing. The Reformer provides low-impact support and resistance through its spring system, making it ideal for pregnant women. It helps you strengthen your core, maintain posture, and prepare your body for the demands of pregnancy and motherhood.
What You’ll Gain
Our Antenatal and Postnatal Reformer Pilates sessions focus on:
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Pelvic floor control
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Core strength
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Upper and lower body strength
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Posture and alignment
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Flexibility and overall wellbeing
These classes are designed to help you move better, feel stronger, and enjoy your pregnancy while building a foundation for postnatal recovery.
Expert Instruction
All sessions are led by instructors trained in antenatal and postnatal Pilates on the Reformer. Whether you choose a private session or a small group class, you’ll receive expert guidance in a safe, supportive environment.
Book Your Place
Secure your spot in our next Antenatal Reformer Pilates course:
Or contact us directly: 07400 764656
Move better, feel better in pregnancy and beyond...
There is now substantial evidence to support the use of exercise in pregnancy especially muscle strengthening exercises... The Reformer is a fantastic form of exercise for pregnancy and beyond as it provides a low impact exercise that uses springs to provide support and resistance through movement (see more info on reformer Pilates here)
Our Reformer Pilates for Pregnancy and Postnatal classes will help you move better and feel better with a focus on improving pelvic floor control, core strength, upper and lower body strength, posture, flexibility and overall wellbeing throughout your pregnancy and into motherhood...
Our instructors are trained in antenatal and Postnatal Pilates and the Reformer. They provide private 1-1 and small group sessions.
To book a private session or group class book online, contact us or call Andrea 07719176265
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Postnatal Reformer Pilates
1-1 sessions in Lisburn, Hillsborough & Dromore
Mum and Baby Pilates
Help your body and mind recover from pregnancy and childbirth...focus is on restoring pelvic floor and core strength along with upper and lower body strength, flexibility, posture and overall wellbeing.
We aim to provide a safe, fun and challenging environment for new Mums with expert guidance and instruction ensuring you are in safe hands. No need to worry about the stress of childcare as all babies are welcome at the class where we have excellent baby friendly facilities.
This class is suitable for Mums to attend from 4 weeks after a normal delivery and 6 weeks after a caesarean section following your postnatal check.
We recommend you attend a postnatal check with one of our physios to help you in your recovery and to start a personalised program.
In our class we provide a personalised approach and exercises can be modified to suit each individual.
Class Time
Wednesday 10am Hillsborough Village Centre
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I attended for the mother and baby Pilates class with my nearly six month old, after recommendations from friends and colleagues. I’m so glad I did! It was a friendly, relaxed environment where my baby and I felt comfortable. I noticed a near immediate improvement in my core strength and as a beginner to Pilates, with poor coordination, have found the instruction very easy to follow. I only wish I’d started sooner! Thank you.
Mary