Mummy MOT in Diss: A Physiotherapy-Led Postnatal Check for Your Body After Birth
- physiopilatessarah
- Jan 26
- 3 min read
After having a baby, your body goes through enormous physical changes — yet many women feel unsure where to turn for proper postnatal support.
If you’re searching for a Mummy MOT in Diss on the Norfolk / Suffolk border, you may be wondering:
Is what I’m feeling normal?
Why do I still feel weak, sore, or disconnected from my body?
When is it safe to exercise again?
Is leaking, pain, or a tummy gap something I should worry about?
A Mummy MOT® is a comprehensive, physiotherapy-led postnatal assessment designed to give you clarity, reassurance, and a clear recovery plan — no matter how long it’s been since you gave birth.
What Is a Mummy MOT®?
A Mummy MOT® is a specialist postnatal assessment carried out by a trained women’s health physiotherapist.
Unlike the standard 6-week GP check, which often focuses on general health and contraception, a Mummy MOT looks in detail at how your body has recovered after pregnancy and birth.
It assesses:
Your pelvic floor
Abdominal muscles (including diastasis recti / tummy gap)
Posture and movement
Core strength and control
Any symptoms such as leaking, pain, heaviness, or discomfort
The aim is to help you understand what’s happening in your body and how to rebuild strength safely.
Why Book a Mummy MOT in Diss?
Many women are told to “wait it out” or assume symptoms are just part of motherhood.
But issues such as:
Bladder or bowel leakage
Pelvic organ prolapse symptoms
Pain during exercise or daily activities
Ongoing back or pelvic pain
Abdominal separationare not things you have to live with.
A Mummy MOT in Diss gives you:
Reassurance about what’s normal and what’s not
Early intervention to prevent problems worsening
Confidence to return to movement and exercise
A personalised recovery plan tailored to your body
And importantly — it’s relevant whether you’re 6 weeks, 6 months, or 6 years postnatal.
What Happens During a Mummy MOT Appointment?
Your appointment is calm, unhurried, and entirely focused on you.
A Mummy MOT typically includes:
A detailed discussion about your pregnancy, birth, and current symptoms
Postural and movement assessment
Abdominal muscle screening
Pelvic floor assessment (external and/or internal — always with consent)
Education about your body and recovery
A personalised plan including exercises and guidance
You are always in control, and nothing is done without explanation or consent.
Is a Mummy MOT Only for New Mums?
No — and this is one of the biggest misconceptions.
You may benefit from a Mummy MOT if:
You never had a postnatal check after previous births
Symptoms appeared months or years later
You want to return to running, Pilates, or the gym
You’re experiencing perimenopausal changes that affect pelvic health
You simply want reassurance about your body
Postnatal recovery doesn’t have an expiry date.
A Mummy MOT often forms the starting point for pelvic health physiotherapy.
If needed, follow-up sessions may focus on:
Pelvic floor strengthening or relaxation
Core rehabilitation
Gradual return to impact exercise
Managing prolapse symptoms
Reducing pain and improving confidence
Everything is tailored — no generic exercise sheets, no guesswork.
Booking a Mummy MOT in Diss
If you’re looking for a Mummy MOT in Diss, I offer physiotherapy-led assessments in a supportive, professional environment.
I work with women who want:
Clear answers
Honest reassurance
Evidence-based care
A plan that fits real life
Physiotherapy Near Diss – Local Care You Can Trust
My clinic is based in Diss, making it easily accessible for clients across South Norfolk and North Suffolk.
I support clients travelling from: Diss, Botesdale, Eye, Harleston, Stradbroke, Palgrave, Scole, Roydon, Dickleburgh, Norwich, Wymondham, Thetford, Pulham Market, Pulham St Mary, Long Stratton, Framlingham, Stowmarket and surrounding villages.
Many of my clients travel a short distance to access specialist pelvic health physiotherapy and Mummy MOT® assessments in a calm, supportive setting.
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