Pregnancy & Beyond
Your journey begins when you think about becoming pregnant.
At pelvic strength physiotherapy we pride ourselves in having an on site specialised pregnancy clinic called Pregnancy and Beyond to cater for all of your pregnancy needs.
Appointments with Liana Johnson
Please note – appointments with Liana Johnson are limited due to demand and current work schedule, please call the Clinic for next appointment availability. Online bookings for Liana are currently not available, Thank you.
You will have lots of questions
How will pregnancy change my body?
Where is my pelvic floor?
Am I fit enough to carry a baby?
What exercise is safe for pregnancy?
How can I actively birth my baby?
PRENATAL CLASSES
Babes On Board Classes
Babes on Board has been running for more than 20 years! Gill Wright, the founding physiotherapist commenced classes initially to meet a need in a small maternity hospital in Melbourne’s Eastern Suburbs. As demand increased, so did the number of classes and locations. Even through the difficult Victorian COVID years, Babes on Board was able to support people in pregnancy and the postpartum period through online classes.
At the end of 2025, after working with various physiotherapists over many years, Gill decided it was time to finish up her role at Babes on Board and has handed the business on to new owner, Laura Petty.
Laura has been a part of the Babes on Board team for several years now, regularly running both pregnancy and postnatal classes. Laura is well experienced in the pregnancy and postnatal space of physiotherapy, having worked in hospital and clinic based settings, providing 1:1 and group care.
Laura is honoured to be given this opportunity to continue Babes on Board and is looking forward to continuing Gill’s legacy. In what can be an exciting, tiring, joyful and challenging phase of life, Babes on Board still aims to provide people with a supportive space to exercise, learn and build community with each other.
Core Strength Pilates Classes
Our mat-based physio-led group classes go beyond tradional exercises, incorporating evidence-based techniques to enhance core stability, improve posture, and promote overall wellness. Assessments are required before partaking in the group classes.
- Target stabilising muscles in the body to improve core strength and joint stability.
- Low-impact exercises crafted to enhance body awareness, co-ordination, balance, and posture, while alleviating discomfort and stiffness.
- 3 different Core Strength Physio Group Classes offered at Pelvic Strength Physiotherapy:
General Group Classes
- Small group floor-based exercise classes. (limited to 6 in a group)
- Suitable for all ages and fitness levels.
- Suitable for participants with poor structure, weak abdominal muscles, weak pelvic floor muscles, mild-moderate pelvic organ prolapse, chronic neck or back pain (and many other conditions).
Pregnancy Group Classes
- Small group classes specifically designed for women during pregnancy.
- Floor-based exercises performed on mats and fit balls.
- Suitable throughout all stages of pregnancy.
Postnatal Group Classes
- Small group classes specifically designed for women who have recently had a baby.
- Floor-based exercises performed on mats and fit balls with small equipment like hand weights, stability balls and foam rollers.
- Suitable from 6 weeks after childbirth and babies are welcome.
Call Now: (03) 9724 9755 or Book Online
POSTNATAL CLASSES
Babes On Board Classes
Babes on Board has been running for more than 20 years! Gill Wright, the founding physiotherapist commenced classes initially to meet a need in a small maternity hospital in Melbourne’s Eastern Suburbs. As demand increased, so did the number of classes and locations. Even through the difficult Victorian COVID years, Babes on Board was able to support people in pregnancy and the postpartum period through online classes.
At the end of 2025, after working with various physiotherapists over many years, Gill decided it was time to finish up her role at Babes on Board and has handed the business on to new owner, Laura Petty.
Laura has been a part of the Babes on Board team for several years now, regularly running both pregnancy and postnatal classes. Laura is well experienced in the pregnancy and postnatal space of physiotherapy, having worked in hospital and clinic based settings, providing 1:1 and group care.
Laura is honoured to be given this opportunity to continue Babes on Board and is looking forward to continuing Gill’s legacy. In what can be an exciting, tiring, joyful and challenging phase of life, Babes on Board still aims to provide people with a supportive space to exercise, learn and build community with each other.
Core Strength Pilates Classes
Our mat-based physio-led group classes go beyond tradional exercises, incorporating evidence-based techniques to enhance core stability, improve posture, and promote overall wellness. Assessments are required before partaking in the group classes.
- Target stabilising muscles in the body to improve core strength and joint stability.
- Low-impact exercises crafted to enhance body awareness, co-ordination, balance, and posture, while alleviating discomfort and stiffness.
- 3 different Core Strength Physio Group Classes offered at Pelvic Strength Physiotherapy:
General Group Classes
- Small group floor-based exercise classes. (limited to 6 in a group)
- Suitable for all ages and fitness levels.
- Suitable for participants with poor structure, weak abdominal muscles, weak pelvic floor muscles, mild-moderate pelvic organ prolapse, chronic neck or back pain (and many other conditions).
Pregnancy Group Classes
- Small group classes specifically designed for women during pregnancy.
- Floor-based exercises performed on mats and fit balls.
- Suitable throughout all stages of pregnancy.
Postnatal Group Classes
- Small group classes specifically designed for women who have recently had a baby.
- Floor-based exercises performed on mats and fit balls with small equipment like hand weights, stability balls and foam rollers.
- Suitable from 6 weeks after childbirth and babies are welcome.
Call Now: (03) 9724 9755 or Book Online
Thinking About Pregnancy
Prenatal Services
Post Natal Services
Thinking About Pregnancy?
Learn how to prepare yourself for pregnancy.
- Pelvic Floor Muscle Assessment
- Real-time ultra sound & bladder scanner
- Abdominal Muscle Assessment
- Advice On Exercise In Pregnancy
Click to learn more……
Prenatal Services
Providing a holistic and caring approach towards pregnancy related, education and treatment.
- Pelvic Floor Muscle Assessment
- Abdominal Muscle Assessment
- Pregnancy And Beyond Muscle & Joint Pain
- Pregnancy And Beyond Massage
- Birth Ready Education
- Pelvic Girdle Pain
- Advice On Exercise In Pregnancy
- Healthy Eating Pre & Post Pregnancy
- Learn How To Breast Feed
Click to learn more……
Post Natal Services
- Post Natal Assessment
- Pregnancy And Beyond Muscle & Joint Pain
- Pregnancy And Beyond Massage
- Painful Wrist Syndrome
- Abdominal Muscle Assessment
- Breastfeeding, Mastitis And Blocked Milk Ducts
- Lactation Consultant
- Pelvic Girdle Pain
- Real-time ultra sound & bladder scanner
- Advice On Post-natal Exercise
- Healthy Eating Pre & Post Pregnancy
Click to learn more……
DID YOU KNOW
Pelvic floor muscles support your baby during pregnancy.
Your abdominal muscles will stretch during pregnancy.
Exercise is extremely beneficial during and after pregnancy.
Your muscles have to be strengthened post delivery.
Strong pelvic floor muscles help to prevent and resolve vaginal prolapse
CONTACT US
Our knowledgeable reception staff can assist you with all questions and concerns
appointments@
pelvicstrengthphysiotherapy.com.au
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