Ask the Expert: Diastasis Recti (Abs separation)

Did you know Diastasis Recti (Abs separation) is common amongst pregnant or postpartum women ๐Ÿ˜ฑ There are ways to prevent and treat it without the use of medication or hormone therapy. Thus, to answer your questions we have Cheryl Han - Director and Principal Consultant from Orchard Clinic, where she'll be answering all your questions on this condition ๐Ÿ‘ฉ๐Ÿปโ€๐Ÿ’ป So leave your questions in the comment section below before our session! ๐Ÿง

Ask the Expert: Diastasis Recti (Abs separation)
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Can I do anything to prevent it prior to pregnancy or during pregnancy?

5y ago

Hi Zoey, great question as we always advise that prevention is better than cure! Strengthening the core & pelvic floor muscles before pregnancy or during the early stages of pregnancy is helpful. Also try to avoid constipation, straining, coughing as these increase the intra-abdominal pressure