Postpartum occupational therapy
Postpartum, when recovery matters.
Helping you recover, navigate new routines, and adjust to life after birth.
- William Street, Montréal
- In English or French
- Free 15-minute first call
During pregnancy and after
A time that asks a lot of your body and your heart.
Support during pregnancy and postpartum to prepare for birth, recover after delivery, and navigate the physical and emotional demands of caring for yourself and your baby. This includes preparation for a planned or unexpected C-section, as well as recovery support afterward.
- Starting in pregnancy
Prepare for C-section birth, plan for recovery, and feel more confident about what comes next.
- After childbirth
Support for your physical recovery, emotional well-being, and adjustment to life after birth.
- Getting back to everyday life
From hiking and road trips to exercise and daily routines, find practical ways to reintegrate these activities into your life.
What it includes
Days that revolve around your baby. We make room in them for you.
Together, we look at the daily tasks and responsibilities of the perinatal period and beyond, and I step in where it matters.
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01All day long
Pelvic health support
Navigate bladder, bowel, and sexual health changes after birth with practical strategies tailored to your daily life.
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02Showering, getting dressed
C-section scar care and management
Caring for your scar as you recover, with safe movements for your healing body.
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03Every feed, day and night
Positioning and ergonomics for breastfeeding and chestfeeding
A posture that reduces strain, an environment adjusted to you, and body mechanics that spare your hands and wrists.
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04When nights are short
Fatigue management, pacing, and daily routines
Establishing routines that work with your nights, pacing your efforts, and gradually resuming your daily activities.
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05When everything changes
Mental health support
Support as you adjust to parenthood, changing family dynamics, and the emotional challenges of the perinatal period.
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06Before birth
C-section birth classes
Knowing what to expect, and preparing your recovery before the big day.
Why it's part of my practice
The benefits of occupational therapy in maternal health remain largely unrecognized, when in fact occupational therapists (OTs) are uniquely equipped to address physical, psychosocial, emotional, and environmental concerns during pregnancy and postpartum.
From my article “Support for Mothers Through Pregnancy and Postpartum with Occupational Therapy”
I'm a certified perinatal mental health provider (PMH-C). I take a whole-person approach to recovery, considering your body, emotional well-being, and everyday life in a trauma-informed way.
Frequently asked questions
What new parents ask me.
Can I bring my baby? How soon after the birth?
Your baby is welcome during sessions. You can come as soon as you feel the need after giving birth, depending on the challenges you'd like support with. Some physical or manual interventions may, however, need to wait until your 6-week postnatal follow-up with your doctor.
I have muscle pain from breastfeeding. How can occupational therapy help?
By assessing your unique situation. Through personalized interventions, I teach you optimal breastfeeding posture, offer an ergonomic assessment of your environment, and teach effective body mechanics to reduce strain. Recommendations may include supportive devices, stretching and strengthening exercises, pain management strategies, and consulting a lactation consultant as needed.
My hands and wrists have hurt since the birth. Is that common?
Yes. During pregnancy and postpartum, hormonal changes, fluid retention, and the repetitive lifting, holding, and cradling of your baby put a lot of stress on the hands and wrists. Hand therapy can help you care for your baby with more ease.
I haven't quite felt like myself since the birth. Can you help?
Perinatal mood and anxiety disorders are common, and the transition to parenthood can bring significant emotional changes. With training in perinatal mental health, I support you in navigating these changes and adjusting to your evolving roles and family dynamics. When additional mental health care is needed, I can help connect you with an appropriate healthcare professional.
Do I have to wait until after the birth to see you?
No. I support you from pregnancy onward, to prepare for birth and what comes after. If a C-section is planned, or possible, my C-section birth classes are designed for you.
Another question? Call me at 514 500-1185.
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Make an appointment
Let's start with a free 15-minute call.
Karina JacksonI'm the one who answers, in English or French.
To better understand how occupational therapy can help you, before a first appointment. During this call, we will discuss:
- your specific challenges and goals
- what the assessment entails
- possible treatment options
- any other concerns you may have
- the next steps
Montréal, Quebec H3J 1R4
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HoursView availability on GoRendez. Other times available upon request.
Services provided through my private practice are not covered by RAMQ. However, occupational therapy may be covered by private health insurance plans. Check with your insurance provider to confirm your coverage and reimbursement limits.