Not Just for Moms — Why Dads and Partners Benefit from Pelvic Floor Education Too
Not Just for Moms — Why Dads and Partners Benefit from Pelvic Floor Education Too
When we talk about pelvic floor therapy, most people picture a postpartum mom juggling diapers, leaking pee, and trying to do Kegels while bouncing a baby on her hip. But let’s set the record straight: pelvic floor education isn’t just for moms.
In fact, we believe it should be part of the support plan for every partner — especially those who want to show up and support a birthing person throughout pregnancy, labor, and beyond.
So if you're a partner or co-parent reading this — this one’s for you.
The Pelvic Floor is Everyone’s Business
Let’s start with a basic truth: everybody has a pelvic floor.
Yes, moms. But also dads. Grandparents. Teens. Even toddlers. All ages. All genders. All bodies! It is a world of PELVIC HEALTH not WOMEN’S HEALTH.
The pelvic floor is a group of muscles, nerves, and connective tissue at the base of your pelvis that supports your organs, helps control your bladder and bowels, and plays a huge role in sex and stability.
For birthing people, this group of muscles has to stretch a lot during pregnancy and delivery. But it doesn’t mean partners are off the hook — not even close.
Partners often experience secondhand stress, sleep loss, and sometimes even physical pain (we’ve seen back injuries from co-sleeping, feeding, and the physical demands of new parenthood).
Many also feel overwhelmed with how to help, unsure of what’s “normal,” and powerless in moments of medical intervention. Pelvic floor education empowers them too.
What Dads and Partners Learn in Pelvic Floor Prep
When partners attend one of our Birth Prep classes or book a session to learn more about pelvic floor therapy, here’s a taste of what they walk away with:
Anatomy 101 (without the awkwardness): Learn what the pelvic floor is, how it changes during pregnancy, and what can help it recover.
What to Expect During Labor: Understand how positioning, breathing, and body mechanics affect labor — and how partners can be a calming, helpful force (not just someone holding a leg).
Comfort Techniques That Actually Help: Learn hands-on strategies like counterpressure, hip squeezes, and movement-based pain relief.
What’s Normal vs. What’s Not: Get clarity on postpartum healing, bleeding, and bowel/bladder changes so you’re not relying on Google in the middle of the night.
How to Talk About These Things: Normalize conversations around intimacy, healing, and bodily functions so you’re not tiptoeing around hard topics.
The Emotional & Relationship Benefits
The birth of a baby isn’t just a physical event — it’s an emotional and relational one, too. When partners feel prepared and informed, they show up differently.
Less fear and helplessness in the delivery room
More empathy during postpartum recovery
Better communication around intimacy, needs, and boundaries
Stronger co-parenting through those early sleepless weeks
In short? You’re not just learning how to support a pelvic floor — you’re learning how to support a person you love during one of life’s biggest transitions.
This Isn’t a "Mom's Class" — It’s a Team Class
We’ve had partners say things like:
"I didn’t know what to expect, but this class made me feel like I could actually help my wife. I’m not just watching from the sidelines anymore."
Or
"I finally understand why she’s been in pain and how I can make it better. I wish I knew this stuff sooner.”
Pelvic floor therapy and education is never just about muscles — it’s about connection, empowerment, and feeling confident that you’re in this together.
Ready to Team Up for Birth (and Beyond)?
Whether you're an expecting parent, a supportive spouse, a grandparent, or a surrogate partner in the delivery room — you deserve to feel confident and informed.
✅ Sign up for our next Birth Prep Class — November 5th at 3:30–5:00 PM:
💻 Or check out our Surviving Pregnancy & Beyond Masterclass (on your own time!):
Watch here
