“Melissa is phenomenal. I started seeing her during my second pregnancy and wish I had started sooner. She helped relieve my pain, made the process enjoyable and was incredibly flexible with my schedule.”— Google Review
Pregnancy & Birth Preparation
Pregnancy Pelvic Floor Therapy & Birth Preparation in Elmhurst, IL
Feel better during pregnancy and prepare for labor, pushing and early recovery with a plan designed around your body.
Private, one-on-one pelvic floor physical therapy and birth preparation delivered in the comfort of your home.
Private In-Home Care
Treatment in the comfort and privacy of your home.
One-on-One Visits
Every appointment is focused entirely on you.
20+ Years of Experience
Experienced care with specialized pelvic health training.
BCBS PPO In-Network
Coverage varies by plan; we can help explain benefits.
Personalized Pregnancy Care
Feel Better Now—and Prepare for Birth With Confidence
Pregnancy changes the way your pelvic floor, core, hips, back and breathing system work together. Pain, pressure or bladder leakage may be common, but you do not have to simply wait for delivery and hope the symptoms improve.
You also do not need to have symptoms to benefit from guidance. Dr. Melissa Scholl provides private, one-on-one care in your home to help you move comfortably, understand your pelvic floor and practice strategies for labor, pushing and early postpartum recovery.
Does This Sound Familiar?
Symptoms That May Benefit From Pelvic Floor Therapy
A personalized evaluation can help determine which muscles, habits and movement strategies deserve attention.
- Pelvic girdle, pubic bone or SI joint pain
- Low-back, hip, groin or tailbone discomfort
- Urine leakage with coughing, sneezing or movement
- Pelvic pressure or heaviness
- Difficulty staying active or exercising comfortably
- Pain with rolling in bed, stairs or getting dressed
- Questions about pelvic-floor strengthening or relaxation
- Uncertainty about positions, breathing or pushing for birth
Your Treatment Plan
How Pregnancy Pelvic Floor Therapy May Help
Care is based on your symptoms, evaluation and goals—not a one-size-fits-all routine.
Pelvic and Back Comfort
Address mobility, muscle tension and movement strategies that may reduce strain.
Core and Pressure Support
Coordinate breathing, abdomen and pelvic floor as your body changes.
Pelvic Floor Coordination
Learn both activation and complete relaxation instead of doing more Kegels automatically.
Birth Preparation
Practice positions, breathing, mobility and pelvic-floor lengthening for labor and delivery.
Activity Guidance
Modify walking, lifting and exercise so you can stay active with greater confidence.
Postpartum Planning
Understand early recovery, body mechanics and when postpartum therapy may be useful.
Private In-Home Birth Preparation
Prepare for Labor With a Plan You Can Practice at Home
You do not need to be in pain or experiencing leakage to schedule pregnancy pelvic floor therapy. A birth preparation visit gives you practical strategies for labor and recovery based on your body, goals and obstetric guidance.
- Breathing and pelvic-floor relaxation
- Labor positions and movement options
- Pushing mechanics and pressure management
- Perineal mobility and preparation when appropriate
- Partner or support-person participation if you choose
- An early postpartum movement and recovery plan
The pelvic floor needs strength, but it also needs mobility, timing and the ability to relax. Birth preparation is more than automatically doing more Kegels.
Important: Your physical-therapy plan should follow guidance from your obstetric provider. Contact that provider for any new, severe or concerning pregnancy symptoms.
Your First Visit
A Private Evaluation and a Clear Plan
You remain in control of every part of the appointment.
1
We Start With Your Story
Melissa listens to your symptoms, health history, routines and goals without rushing the conversation.
2
We Evaluate the Whole System
Assessment may include breathing, posture, mobility, hips, core and functional movement. Any internal assessment is optional.
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You Leave With Direction
You will understand what to practice, why it matters and how the plan can progress.
Why The Healthy Pelvis
Private, Personalized Care in Your Home
Pelvic health concerns are personal. Home visits remove the crowded waiting room, unnecessary drive and distractions of a busy clinic.
One-on-One Attention
Every visit is dedicated entirely to you, with time for questions.
Comfort and Privacy
Discuss sensitive symptoms in a familiar, private environment.
Care Built Around Your Life
Practice strategies for the movements and routines that matter to you.
Convenient Local Visits
Melissa serves Elmhurst and 14 nearby western-suburb communities.
Related Care
Explore Related Pelvic Floor Services
Postpartum Recovery
Rebuild pelvic floor, core and whole-body strength after vaginal birth or C-section.
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Pelvic Pain
Address muscle tension, pressure, pain and movement patterns contributing to discomfort.
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Pelvic Floor Exercises
Learn when strengthening, relaxation, breathing, hip or core exercises may be appropriate.
Learn more →A Pregnancy Patient’s Experience
Personalized Care That Fits Real Life
Meet Your Physical Therapist
Meet Dr. Melissa Scholl
Doctor of Physical Therapy • Pelvic Health Specialist • 20+ Years of Experience
Melissa provides personalized pelvic floor physical therapy for women and men with bladder, bowel, pelvic pain, pregnancy, postpartum and post-surgical concerns.
She takes time to listen, explain each recommendation and make sure you feel informed and in control throughout care.
Learn more about Dr. Melissa SchollCommon Questions
Pregnancy & Birth Preparation FAQs
Is pelvic floor physical therapy safe during pregnancy?
Pelvic floor therapy can be adapted for pregnancy and is based on your trimester, symptoms, medical history and guidance from your obstetric provider.
When should I start during pregnancy?
You can begin whenever symptoms, movement concerns or birth-preparation questions arise. Some people start early for pain or leakage; others schedule later to focus on labor preparation.
Can therapy help with pubic symphysis or SI joint pain?
Treatment may improve strength, mobility, load management and movement strategies that contribute to pelvic girdle discomfort.
Do I have to have an internal pelvic floor assessment?
No. Any internal assessment is optional, explained in advance and completed only with your consent. You may decline or stop any part of the evaluation.
Can therapy help me prepare for labor?
Care may include breathing, pelvic-floor relaxation, mobility, labor positions, pressure management and education about pushing mechanics.
Do I need to have pain or leakage to schedule a birth preparation visit?
No. Some women schedule proactively to better understand breathing, pelvic-floor relaxation, labor positions, pushing mechanics and early postpartum recovery.
Can my partner or support person participate?
Yes. If you choose, a partner or support person can learn positions, movement options and cues that may help you practice and feel more prepared.
Do you provide in-home pregnancy visits?
Yes. Melissa provides private home visits throughout Elmhurst and the current western-suburb service area.
Does BCBS PPO cover pregnancy pelvic floor therapy?
The Healthy Pelvis is in-network with BCBS PPO plans. Coverage and patient responsibility vary by plan, and benefits can be checked before your visit.
In-Home Visits
Serving Elmhurst and Nearby Western Suburbs
Private pelvic floor physical therapy is available in Elmhurst, Oak Brook, Hinsdale, Lombard, Villa Park, Bensenville, Westmont, Oakbrook Terrace, Westchester, Western Springs, La Grange, Berkeley, Northlake, Addison, and Glen Ellyn.
View All LocationsNot sure whether your home is in the service area?
Call 331-243-6513 or start with a free phone consultation.
Feel Better During Pregnancy and Prepare for Birth
Start with a free 15-minute phone consultation to discuss pregnancy symptoms, birth preparation and whether a private in-home visit is the right next step.