Pelvic Floor Therapy & chronic pain relief in Seacoast NH

Integrative Pelvic Health provides expert care for women and mothers experiencing pelvic pain, incontinence, pregnancy care and postpartum recovery, helping you restore comfort, strength, and confidence.

Integrative Pelvic Health is Seacoast NH 's premiere John Barnes Myofascial Release clinic for treating chronic pain and dysfunction.

Integrative Pelvic Health is dedicated to solving your pelvic health needs and finding the lasting relief you deserve.

Meet Ashton

Pelvic Floor Occupational Therapist

I am an Occupational Therapist who specializes in Pelvic Floor Therapy and Myofascial Release.

I received my Master's Degree in Occupational Therapy in 2018 from University of Southern Maine. Since then I have worked in a Pediatric OT Clinic in Maine and skilled nursing facilities in New Hampshire. It is in the SNF settings that I found my passion for pelvic floor therapy. After hearing multiple women talk about incontinence and how it affected their lives over the years, I decided it was time to do something!

Common Conditions We Treat

Women's Health

Polycystic Ovary Syndrome (PCOS)
Endometriosis
Vaginismus
Vulvodynia
Scar tissue adhesions
Pain with Intercourse

Pregnancy & Postpartum

Diastasis Recti
Core Dysfunction
SPD (Symphysis Pubis Dysfunction)
Return to exercise
Back, Hip or Pelvic Pain
Round Ligament Pain
Scar tissue management (perineum or cesarean)
Pain with Intercourse
Heaviness/pressure in the pelvic area

Bladder & Bowel

Bladder Incontinence & Urgency
Nocturia (peeing at night)
Inability to fully empty the bladder
Small Bladder Syndrome
Chronic Constipation or Diarrhea
Hemorrhoids
Fecal Urgency & Incontinence
Fecal smearing

Our Services

Free Consultation

20 min

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Pelvic Floor Therapy

90 min Evaluation | $175

60 min Follow-Up | $150

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Myofascial Release

60 min Initial Session | $150

60 min Follow-Up | $100

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The 5-5-5 guide for postpartum healing is a great way to bond with your baby and to give yourself time to heal. The primary focus is on resting and then gradually adding in light activities.

This method is not for everyone, and that’s okay! Life is busy but try to slow down when you can.

Are you in need of postpartum support? Integrative Pelvic Health offers pelvic floor therapy services in the early weeks of postpartum.

#pelvicfloortherapy #pelvichealth #postpartum #postpartumhealing

Pregnancy does not have to be 9 months of pain!

If you experience:
•Hip pain
•Back pain
•Pelvic pain
•Symphysis pubic pain (SPD)
•Sacroiliac joint pain (SIJ)
…you are not alone❗️

There are ways to fix it! Integrative Pelvic Health takes a holistic approach to treating each client.

What does that mean?
A full body assessment that looks at posture, body mechanics, breathing, joint mobility, holding patterns, stress management, and more!

Schedule your evaluation to have a pain free pregnancy!

Now is the perfect time to start taking care of yourself!

Let’s get to the root of your symptoms so you can fully enjoy life again 🙌🏻

Schedule a discovery call today!

#seacoastmomsnh #seacoastmoms #nhmoms

Pregnancy can be overwhelming with all of the things you *should* be doing, so here are 5 things that I consistently did to keep my body healthy during pregnancy and prepare me for labor:

✨ Weekly chiropractic adjustments with a Webster Certified chiropractor to regulate the nervous system and keep the pelvis, muscles and ligaments functioning as your body is making room for a growing baby.

✨Movement can be done in many forms. Walking, running, stretching, yoga, Pilates, etc. Do what works for you in the amount of time that you have!

✨Hydration is so important during pregnancy. Take sips throughout the day rather than chugging a bottle of water every couple of hours.

✨There is a lot of demand on our bodies during pregnancy so we need to be giving it proper fuel. The book “Real Food for Pregnancy” is a great resource.

✨Women have been having babies for centuries but that does not mean we know everything about it. You should be informed about what to expect, your options and how to advocate for yourself. Check out your local birth education classes so you feel prepared!

#pregnancy #postpartum #laborprep

UPDATE: Hospital Bag

I ended up not using most of what I packed, so here’s what I actually used:

Baby:
•Sleeper only during the few hours our parents visited and to go home in, otherwise baby was in a diaper and the nurses swaddled her
• Blanket for the ride home

Mama:
•Button up pajamas at night
•Robe & nursing bra during visits
•Sweatpants and sweatshirt to go home (my legs were very swollen so I didn’t fit in pants I planned to wear home 😅)

Toiletries:
• Just the basics- shampoo, conditioner, soap, face wash, tooth brush, toothpaste, mascara
• Dark colored towel (IYKYK)
• Shower sandals

Extras:
• Easy to eat/digest snacks
• BodyArmour drinks

I used everything this hospital provided (tucks pads, mesh underwear, pads, disposable ice packs and peri bottle) I would recommend using the Frida mom peri bottle because the angle is way easier, I just forgot it was in my bag!

#hospitalbag #hospitalbagessentials #hospitalbagchecklist #hospitalbagready #postpartum #babybasics #momlife #pregnantandprepared

Kinsley Lynn 💕

Can’t believe it’s already been 1 week with our sweet girl. We’ve been soaking up all of the snuggles and silly faces ☺️ We are so lucky you are ours 💗

Happy Due Date baby girl! 💕

Thank you @audralynnphoto for an amazing maternity session 😊. I didn’t take many pictures of myself during this pregnancy so I am extra thankful to have these beautiful pictures to look at!

Now back to impatiently waiting for little miss to arrive!

✨Hospital Bag✨

I’m trying to stick to the essentials since I am a notorious over packer! I packed clothes for only two days and plan on staying in my robe or pajamas. Comfort is key!

I will be using the postpartum supplies that are available at the hospital (dermoplast, pads, etc) so I can save my preferred items to use at home. I have been told the Frida Mom postpartum underwear provides more support than the hospital underwear, so I packed a few of those just in case.

Toiletries and extras are just for my comfort! I will also be packing a few extra snacks that are quick and easy to eat while in labor or to have in the event of an overnight/early morning birth.

Tip: It was recommended to bring cotton balls to put the essential oils on rather than putting it on your skin. That way if there’s a scent that you can’t tolerate anymore it can just be moved away or thrown out!

Stay tuned for an update on what I actually used at the hospital!

Let me know in the comments what your hospital essentials were!

#hospitalbag #hospitalbagessentials #hospitalbagchecklist #packmyhospitalbagwithme #labor #birth #postpartumessentials #39weekspregnant #40weekspregnant

Have you had leg cramps during your pregnancy?

This is the #1 pregnancy symptom that I have been dealing with during the third trimester 😩 The two things that make a significant difference for me are daily application of magnesium lotion, especially at night (I use Ancient Minerals) and warm baths a few nights per week.

Here are some other home treatment options:
•Magnesium (foods/supplements) 🫘
•Exercise 🏃🏼‍♀️
•Gentle calf stretches
•Adequate hydration 💧
•Electrolyte drinks 🥤(be aware of the sugar content!)
•Potassium 🍌
•Prenatal vitamins 💊

#pregnancy #charliehorse #legcramps #potassium #magnesium #pregnancypain #pregnancypainmanagement

Another happy MFR client 🤩

John Barnes’ Myofascial Release is a whole body approach that is effective with treating unexplained pain, restrictions in the connective tissue, and uncovering the root cause of the problem.

#myofascial #myofascialrease #jfbmfr #pain #painmanagement #holisticwellness #wholebodyhealth #pelvicfloortherapy

Once people find out I’m a pelvic floor therapist, they start telling me about all of their postpartum issues and I’m here for it! I love talking about “common vs normal” complaints and giving tips to work on at home to help their symptoms. Nothing is TMI with me, so let’s talk about it!

Postpartum pelvic floor therapy can help with:

•Developing exercise programs that are individualized to you and your recovery. Returning to exercise is not one-size-fits all!

•Scar tissue management and desensitization (perineum or cesarean).

•Reconnecting to your core and breathing now that there is more space. Manage Diastasis Recti and core weakness after accommodating baby for 9 months.

•Addressing pelvic floor dysfunctions like incontinence, pelvic organ prolapse, constipation, and pelvic pain.

-Relieving pain from Carpal Tunnel Syndrome, shoulder pain, and “Mother’s Thumb”.

-Reducing pain with intercourse by improving mobility in the hips and pelvis, position modifications, learning to coordinate the pelvic floor muscles, and gain positivity and empowerment in the bedroom.

#pelvicfloortherapy #postpartum #returntoexercise #womenshealth #pelvicpain #pelvichealth #momlife

Pelvic floor therapy during pregnancy can help with:

•Reducing back, hip and pelvic pain
•Relieve tension in the pelvic floor muscles
•Improve core strength and breathing for birth
•Practice labor positions so you already have an idea of what to do and what feels best for your body
•Plan for postpartum recovery
•Get your body ready for planned c-sections

❗️Are you pregnant and wondering if pelvic floor therapy is right for you? Book a FREE discovery call to see how I can help you! (link in bio)

#pelvicfloortherapy #pelvichealth #pregnancy #pregnantmama #womenshealth #seacoastnh #pelvicpainsupport #pelvicpain #birth #birthpreparation

Don’t let social media expectations prevent you from getting your movement in!
Gym memberships can be great and allow for people to get dedicated time out of the house, but that’s not an option for everyone. So don’t let those things hold you back!

Sometimes my best workouts are done at home in my pajamas 🤷🏼‍♀️

Either way, take care of your body in the best way that works for you!

How often do you listen to what your body needs?

Our bodies crave movement.

Through trauma, repetitive motion or position (sitting all day), restrictions can develop in our fascial system. The restrictions can become tighter overtime, leaving you feeling like you are in a straight jacket.

Next time you’re feeling “stuck” try stretching with some movement. Listen to your body and it will tell you where to go! Hold those stiff spots and breath into them!

#myofascialrelease #selftreat #fascia #holistichealth #holistichealing #wellness

When working with a provider, do you just follow along with what they say but you don’t know what the plan is or how long you’re going to be working with them?

It is important for YOU to be involved in YOUR treatment. You shouldn’t feel like you are being strung along!

Asking these questions will give you more awareness of how your complaints are going to be addressed and what to expect while working together.

#selfadvocacy #advocacy #pelvicfloortherapy #pelvichealth #informed #imformedcare #health #wellness

How you sit on the toilet matters! 🚽

Setting yourself up for success with bowel movements include:
•Knees higher than your hips (cue the squatty potty or stool)

•Feet flat to decrease pelvic floor tension

•Feet wide to allow for a slight lean forward, which decreases in red thigh tension

•Flat back to get the tailbone of of the way

•Resting forearms on your thighs to decrease postural muscle tension.

•Long slow exhale to decrease bearing down/straining

#constipation #toiletposture #posture #pelvicfloorhealth #pelvicfloortherapy #pelvichealth

My Favorite Self Treatment Tools:

•OPTP (soft) foam roller- A soft foam roller still gives enough pressure, but isn’t making your body tense up from pain.

•CranioCradle- Helps relieve pain, stress and tension that is held in the head, neck and back.

•4 inch ball- Used to roll over areas of tension or held in place to put pressure on an area of restriction.

•Thumbby- Provides deep targeted pressure as if you were using your thumb. It can stick to the wall to use while standing up

These are the most common tools that I use to keep my body moving and functioning properly!

#myofascialrelease #triggerpointtherapy #neckpainrelief #painrelief #hippainrelief #wellness #selftreat #fasciarelease #fascia #selfcare

Those random waves of nausea really got me 😆

Some things that helped me:
•Preggie Pops
•Small frequent snacks
•Zofran (after refusing it multiple times)

There are other options that can help, but these are the ones that worked the best for me!

What helped your morning sickness?

#pregnancy #firsttrimesterproblems #nausea #pregnancyproblems #momtobe #pregnancynausea

✨ Baby Frey coming April 2024! ✨

We are so excited to be on this journey and can’t wait to start this next chapter of our lives!

Follow along for pregnancy updates and what I’m doing during my pregnancy as a pelvic floor therapist 😊

#pregnancy #pregnancyannouncement

We are out of the office this week!

I will be in Boston attending two Myofascial Release seminars. I am very excited to learn more techniques and help my clients!

All messages and contact forms will be replied to by Wednesday, Aug 30th.

Just a reminder that healing has a lot of twists and turn to it. You may make progress, have plateaus or have regressions, and that is okay! It is all part of the healing journey 🤍

#healing #pelvicfloortherapy #pelvichealth #pelvichealthmatters #pelvichealing #mentalhealthmatters #healingbodies

Pelvic floor dysfunction can present as different symptoms. The pelvic floor has a close relationship with the pelvic organs (bladder, vagina, rectum) and can cause symptoms in those areas. It can also cause symptoms in the hips, back, tailbone, and abdomen.

If you are experiencing any symptoms listed above, consider seeing a pelvic floor therapist.

#pelvicfloortherapy #pelvicdysfunction #urinaryincontinence #pelvicpain #pelvichealth #womenshealth #seacoastnh

Abdominal restrictions? Try this!

Use a silicone cup with lotion, glide the cup along the restriction in various directions. This isn’t an immediate fix, so try it a few times.

You may have some redness but be careful to not hold it on one spot for too long or you might end up with bruising.

You can use this on other soft tissues areas that feel restricted!

#abgripping #stomachgripping #fasciarelease

If you have had a baby, you most likely need pelvic floor therapy.
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A common misconception is that postpartum pelvic floor therapy is only for those who had vagina deliveries.
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Your body has gone through many changes to accommodate a growing baby, including changes to your posture, breathing, movements, and increased pressure to your pelvic floor and core muscles.
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Whether vaginal or c-section delivery, you still need to go through the recovery process!

#pelvicfloortherapy #seacoastmoms #postpartumrecovery #csectionrecovery

Amazing review from a client! ⭐️

So thankful she trusted me with her care! ☺️

#clienttestimonial #pelvicfloortherapy #myofascialrelease #seacoastnh #seacoastmoms #pelvichealth #painmanagement

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At this time I have seen Ashton for 4 in-home sessions and cannot express enough her amount of knowledge in the field and how it is demonstrated throughout the entire session. I didn’t know what pelvic floor therapy was nor did I realize how weak mine was. After having a baby I was astonished when Ashton showed me an exercise and I couldn’t complete it. After 4 sessions I can see movement in my pelvic floor muscles that I was unable to see before, demonstrating strength in those muscles. When it came to Myofascial Release my shoulder required some deep work from an injury occurring at 18. Ashton was able to assist my body to move into multiple positions while maintaining professionalism and dignity. Ashton is welcoming, easy going, knowledgeable ,professional and timely. If you do not know anything about pelvic floor therapy or myofascial release, contact Ashton I promise you won’t regret it.

- JT

Pelvic Floor Therapy & chronic pain relief in Seacoast NH

Integrative Pelvic Health is dedicated to solving your pelvic health needs and finding the lasting relief you deserve.

Meet Ashton

Common Conditions We Treat

Our Services

Free Consultation

Pelvic Floor Therapy

Myofascial Release

What we're up to..

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What Clients Are Saying

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Pelvic Floor Therapy & chronic pain relief in Seacoast NH

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Integrative Pelvic Health is dedicated to solving your pelvic health needs and finding the lasting relief you deserve.

Meet Ashton

Common Conditions We Treat

Our Services

Free Consultation

Pelvic Floor Therapy

Myofascial Release

What we're up to..

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Follow us on Instagram

What Clients Are Saying

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