Getting help after birth should not require a perfectly organized day. If you are in Elmhurst, postpartum pelvic floor therapy can start with a conversation—and, when appropriate, continue with private care in your own home.
Between feeding, recovery, sleep and appointments, arranging another trip can feel like a project. This guide explains how to plan an in-home visit with The Healthy Pelvis, what you can ask before scheduling, and how to keep your comfort and medical needs at the center of the process.
Support that fits life at home
The Healthy Pelvis provides one-on-one pelvic floor physical therapy in Elmhurst. Care is delivered by Dr. Melissa Scholl, PT, DPT, an Elmhurst resident, rather than through a shared clinic appointment.
A home visit removes the clinic commute. It also creates an opportunity to discuss the real tasks that matter to you: getting comfortable while feeding, lifting and carrying, using stairs, walking, or returning to exercise. The goal is a plan that fits your recovery and surroundings—not a generic list of exercises.
Start with what you notice and what you want to do more comfortably. The free phone consultation can help clarify whether a physical therapy evaluation is a reasonable next step.
Ask Melissa in a free 15-minute consultation →When is it worth asking for help?
Bring concerns to your obstetric provider and ask whether pelvic floor therapy may be appropriate. Questions about leakage, pelvic pressure, discomfort, abdominal changes or returning to movement deserve a conversation; this article cannot determine their cause.
For more detail about the care itself, see postpartum pelvic floor therapy. If abdominal separation or doming is your main concern, our diastasis recti provider guide explains which professionals you might contact.
There is no single start date that fits every birth. Follow your medical provider’s advice, especially after a C-section or complications. A phone consultation is not clearance to exercise and does not replace your postpartum medical appointments.
What your first home visit can include
The visit starts with your story: birth and recovery history, current concerns, medical guidance and the activities you want help with. Melissa explains the assessment options before proceeding. Depending on your situation, the evaluation may consider breathing, movement, the abdominal wall, hips and pelvic floor.
An internal pelvic floor examination is not automatic. You can ask why an assessment is being suggested, decline it, request an alternative, or stop at any time. Your comfort and consent matter throughout the visit.
You should leave with an explanation of the next steps and an individualized plan, including whether coordination with your obstetric provider or another clinician is needed. Read our first-visit preparation guide for more practical details.
Preparing with a newborn: keep it simple
You do not need a home gym or a spotless house. Choose a private area and confirm the space needed when scheduling; Melissa brings a portable treatment table and the small equipment needed for care.
- Wear comfortable clothing. Ask ahead if a particular concern calls for anything different.
- Keep your questions nearby. A short note about your concerns, goals and instructions from your medical provider is enough to start.
- Plan for your baby’s needs. Discuss feeding breaks and having your baby home when booking. Another adult may be helpful if you want uninterrupted time.
- Make privacy a choice. Decide which room feels comfortable and who you want present.
- Confirm access and logistics. Mention stairs, parking or entry arrangements privately when scheduling—not in a public review or comment.
Discuss timing rather than trying to predict a perfect nap. Confirm the appointment length and how interruptions will be handled before your visit.
Ask about availability and benefits before you book
Home visits are available in Elmhurst and surrounding western suburbs, subject to your location and Melissa’s schedule. The initial phone consultation is free; treatment appointments are separate.
The Healthy Pelvis is in-network with BCBS PPO. Your specific plan determines coverage and patient responsibility, including any deductible, coinsurance, visit limit, referral or authorization requirements. Benefit verification is not a guarantee of payment. See insurance and cost information for details.
Useful questions for the consultation include:
- Can you visit my Elmhurst location, and what times are currently available?
- What information do you need to check my benefits?
- Does my plan require a referral or prior authorization?
- What might I owe, and what are my self-pay options?
- How do you handle feeding breaks and a baby being home?
The public website does not need your home address. Share location or insurance details through the appropriate private scheduling or intake process.
When medical care comes first
Physical therapy is not emergency care. Seek immediate medical attention for urgent postpartum warning signs, including chest pain, trouble breathing, heavy bleeding, fever, a severe or worsening headache, or severe abdominal pain. Do not wait for a consultation or therapy appointment.
The CDC notes that pregnancy-related complications can occur during the year after delivery. Its urgent maternal warning signs guide includes additional symptoms. Tell the medical team that you recently gave birth; call 911 for a medical emergency.
A few common questions
Can I ask about therapy before my postpartum checkup?
Yes, you can ask questions and discuss planning. Any assessment, treatment or exercise progression must account for your healing and your medical provider’s guidance.
Can my baby be home during the visit?
Discuss this when scheduling. In-home care can reduce childcare barriers, and a plan for feeding or comfort breaks helps set expectations. Another adult can be useful when available.
Is postpartum pelvic floor therapy only for vaginal births?
No. You can also ask about postpartum care after a C-section. The evaluation and timing should reflect your medical history, healing and concerns.
Will I be given the same exercises as everyone else?
No. The next steps depend on the evaluation and your goals. This guide is about accessing care, not prescribing a postpartum exercise program.
Sources and related resources
An easy first step
You can start with a conversation.
Ask Melissa about postpartum care, home-visit logistics and availability in Elmhurst. No clinic trip is needed for the free 15-minute phone consultation.
General educational information from The Healthy Pelvis, not a diagnosis, medical clearance or individualized treatment advice. Your obstetric provider’s guidance and your physical therapy evaluation determine what is appropriate for you.