Is Leaking Urine After Pregnancy Normal? What You Need to Know
If you’ve ever laughed, sneezed, or jumped and felt a little leak afterward — you’re not alone. Many women experience bladder leakage after pregnancy and birth. It’s so common that people often assume it’s “just part of motherhood.” But here’s the truth: leaking is common, but it’s not normal — and it’s treatable.
Why Does Leaking Happen After Pregnancy?
During pregnancy and delivery, your body goes through incredible changes:
Pelvic floor muscles stretch to support your growing baby and birth.
Core and abdominal pressure shifts, sometimes leading to weakness or poor coordination.
Hormonal changes affect tissues and bladder control.
These changes can make it harder for the pelvic floor and bladder to work together. The result? Leaks with coughing, sneezing, exercise, or sudden urges.
Why You Shouldn’t Ignore It
Leaking may seem like a small inconvenience, but over time it can:
Worsen with activity or age
Lead to pelvic organ prolapse (feeling heaviness or bulging)
Stop you from exercising or doing what you love
You deserve better than “just wear a pad.”
How Pelvic Floor PT Helps
At Connect Physical Therapy Pelvic Health & Wellness in Orlando, we help women retrain their pelvic floor and bladder. With one-on-one care, we:
Assess pelvic floor & core function
Teach proper breath + movement coordination
Retrain bladder habits
Provide strengthening exercises beyond “just Kegels”
Most women notice improvement in 5–8 visits.
Ready to stop leaks? Book your 60-min evaluation today.