Postpartum Pelvic Floor Health Symposium

Recovery, function and confidence after childbirth

Join Inova for a half-day event focused on postpartum recovery, healing and support. Learn what’s common after childbirth, what may signal a need for medical attention and where to turn for help. Expert speakers, including urogynecologists, pelvic floor therapists, perinatal mental health practitioners and maternal-fetal medicine physicians will discuss:

• Common concerns after delivery, including urinary incontinence, bowel dysfunction, pelvic pain, sexual dysfunction and emotional distress
• How pelvic floor injury during childbirth can affect recovery 
• Why symptoms may appear weeks or months later
• Treatment and support options 
• Considerations for subsequent pregnancies Our goal is to break the stigma around often unspoken postpartum concerns and reassure women that they’re not alone. 

Our goal is to break the stigma around often unspoken postpartum concerns and reassure women that they’re not alone. Attendees will leave with practical information, a better understanding of their recovery and resources to help them heal.

Presented by:

Inova Women's Services • Inova Pelvic Floor Program • Inova Physical Therapy • Inova Behavioral Health • Community Partners (e.g., Postpartum Support Virginia)

Location

Inova Center for Personalized Health
Conference Center Atrium (located on the second floor)
8100 Innovation Park Dr., Fairfax, VA 22031

Note:

Light refreshments will be served.