Mothers of North Arlington
Event Registration - Mothers of North Arlington
The 6-Week Myth: Postpartum Return to Exercise
4/16/20267:00 PM EST
Location: Virtual
Event Description
You’ve probably heard it: “Wait until 6 weeks.”
But the 6-week checkup is not a strength test. It’s not a pelvic floor assessment. And it’s not a personalized return-to-exercise plan.
For many women, safe, intentional movement can begin sooner than you think. For others, 6 weeks is far too early for impact. The key isn’t a date on the calendar — it’s understanding what your body needs and how to progress strategically.
Join us for this free virtual workshop on Thursday, April 16, at 7:00 PM to learn what current evidence actually says about postpartum recovery and return to exercise.
In this practical, evidence-informed session, you’ll learn:
About the Speaker
Dr. Carrie Pagliano is a double board-certified physical therapist in Orthopaedics and Women’s Health with over 25 years of experience. She is based in Arlington, Virginia, and specializes in helping active women navigate pregnancy, postpartum, perimenopause, and return to sport with evidence-based, strength-informed care. Dr. Pagliano is a 23+ year resident of Arlington and a fellow MONA mom of 2.
But the 6-week checkup is not a strength test. It’s not a pelvic floor assessment. And it’s not a personalized return-to-exercise plan.
For many women, safe, intentional movement can begin sooner than you think. For others, 6 weeks is far too early for impact. The key isn’t a date on the calendar — it’s understanding what your body needs and how to progress strategically.
Join us for this free virtual workshop on Thursday, April 16, at 7:00 PM to learn what current evidence actually says about postpartum recovery and return to exercise.
In this practical, evidence-informed session, you’ll learn:
- -What’s happening to your core and pelvic floor after birth
- -Why the 6-week rule is often misunderstood
- -What movement can safely begin earlier than you think
- -How to progress from early recovery to strength training and impact
- -How to interpret leakage, heaviness, or pain
- -When to modify, when to move forward, and when to seek individualized support
About the Speaker
Dr. Carrie Pagliano is a double board-certified physical therapist in Orthopaedics and Women’s Health with over 25 years of experience. She is based in Arlington, Virginia, and specializes in helping active women navigate pregnancy, postpartum, perimenopause, and return to sport with evidence-based, strength-informed care. Dr. Pagliano is a 23+ year resident of Arlington and a fellow MONA mom of 2.