Mummy MOT
Discover how our Mummy MOT postnatal assessment can support your recovery and help you feel your best.
What exactly is
a Mummy MOT?
Your Mummy MOT is a specialist postnatal check designed to assess how your body is recovering after birth — whether you had a vaginal or caesarean delivery.
During your assessment, we’ll look at:
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Posture and movement — how your body is adapting after pregnancy and birth
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Abdominal assessment — tummy muscle separation (diastasis recti) and scar healing
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Pelvic floor examination (with consent) — strength, coordination and relaxation
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Screening for bladder, bowel or sexual symptoms
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Advice on safe return to activity and exercise
Suitable from 6 weeks postnatal with no upper time limit, the session is available at home or online and is tailored to your individual goals. This evidence-based assessment helps you regain strength, move comfortably, and return safely to everyday activities or exercise. Drawing on advanced clinical training and extensive NHS experience, I’ll guide you through a recovery plan that works for you.
After the session, you’ll receive a clear, easy-to-follow advice sheet summarising findings and next steps, so you feel informed, supported, and confident on your postnatal journey.
Many mums leave their 8-week GP check unsure about how their body is recovering. This free checklist helps you understand what’s common, when a specialist assessment could help, and your next steps.
Mummy MOT Booking Options
Why book with me?
You deserve the best care. I have 17+ years’ physiotherapy experience and specialise solely in pelvic health — bladder, bowel, prolapse, pregnancy, postnatal recovery, and peri/menopause. I believe you should be listened to, with your goals at the centre of every session.
That’s why with me you get:
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Extended 90-minute sessions to fully understand your needs and goals
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Home visits scheduled around your day or childcare
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Full assessment looking at potential bladder, bowel, prolapse, pain, or pelvic floor dysfunction
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Pelvic floor assessment (with consent) for personalised guidance
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Written advice sheet so you can focus on your session
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Evidence-based care tailored to you
Mummy MOT FAQ's
How soon can I have a Mummy MOT postnatally?
It is recommended that you wait until you are 6-8 weeks postnatal before you have a full assessment. If you have any concerns prior to this, a virtual session may help to give advice and ensure you are on the right track.
Can I have a Mummy MOT if I had a caesarean section?
Yes! Being pregnant, hormones and posture can all effect the pelvic floor muscles which can lead to dysfunction if not addressed.
I had my baby years ago. Can I still have a Mummy MOT?
Absolutely! The Mummy MOT is for all women who have given birth. The sooner you make an appointment, the sooner your symptoms and issues will be alleviated. But, It's never to late to start looking after your pelvic health!
Will I be expected to remove my clothes?
The Mummy MOT involves an internal pelvic floor exam. I will explain the procedure to you thoroughly and you will be asked to give verbal informed consent. You will need to remove clothing from the waist down for this part of the assessment but will be covered with a towel. You can of course opt out of this part of the assessment or change your mind at any time.
Do I need to do anything prior to the session?
After confirming your booking, you will be sent a pre-screen questionnaire. It is really helpful if you could complete this prior to your session so we can discuss it at the start, but please don’t stress! I understand how busy postpartum life can be.
Here is Maria Elliot, the founder of The Mummy MOT explaining it all:
