Birth Prep

Prepare your body, empower your birth

Pregnancy places extraordinary demands on your body—comparable to training for a marathon you've never run before. But most women receive minimal guidance on physically preparing for the birthing process.

At East Nashville Pelvic Health, Dr. Carly provides specialized care that helps you build strength, reduce discomfort, and develop practical skills for labor and delivery.

What to Expect in Your Birth Prep Sessions

Check-Ins

Check-in about current symptoms and new concerns

Treatment

Hands-on treatment for any discomfort or restrictions

Education

Education about your body's changes and adaptations

New Skills

Practical skill development for labor and delivery

Exercise Instruction

Guided and progressive exercise instruction and practice

Take Home Help

Take-home strategies to continue your preparation

Your Birth Prep Timeline

First Trimester

Focus: Foundation building & symptom management

Initial pelvic floor assessment and education
Core and pelvic floor connection exercises
Prevention strategies for common early discomforts
Safe movement guidelines for your changing body

Typical visit frequency: Monthly sessions

Second Trimester

Focus: Strength development and posture adaptation

Progressive strength training for labor preparation
Techniques to manage increasing body changes
Strategies for optimal fetal positioning
Relief for emerging discomforts (back pain, round ligament pain)

Typical visit frequency: Sessions every 2 weeks

Third Trimester

Focus: Birth-specific preparation and comfort measures

Effective pushing techniques and breathing strategies
Optimal birthing positions for your body type
Perineal massage and tissue preparation
Partner training for labor support techniques
Creating your physical birth plan

Typical visit frequency: Weekly sessions

Why Birth Prep Matters

Feel Great In Every Trimester

"I encourage women to reach out at the earliest signs of discomfort—whether it's nagging back pain during everyday activities or occasional intimacy discomfort. Addressing these subtle signals early prevents small issues from becoming persistent problems. My approach focuses on practical solutions that fit into your busy life, helping you resolve concerns before they impact your daily comfort and confidence."