Our Services
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IUI/IVF preparation and support
Endometriosis
Adenomyosis
Uterine fibroids
Pelvic inflammatory disease
Hypothalamic amenorrhea
Anovulation (lack of ovulation)
Dysmenorrhea (painful periods)
Irregular menstruation
Polycystic ovarian syndrome
Thyroid disorders
Post surgery scars
Traumatic birth experiences
Dyspareunia (painful intercourse)
Chronic pelvic pain
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Low back pain
Pelvic girdle & Pubic pain
Round ligament pain
Sciatica
Rib & upper back pain
Pelvic floor dysfunction
Labor & delivery preparation
Optimal fetal positioning
Prenatal yoga
General exercise guidance
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Postpartum Strengthening
Urinary incontinence
Diastasis recti abdominus
Cesarean recovery & scar management
Birth related injuries
Tailbone pain
Pelvic organ prolapse
Pelvic girdle & pubic pain
Low back pain
Sciatica
Pain associated with infant care tasks
Return to sport
Postnatal yoga
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Urinary or fecal incontinence
Urinary urgency/frequency
Pain with sex
Pelvic or genital pain
Interstital cystitis/painful bladder syndrome
Constipation
Pelvic organ prolapse
Post surgical care
Endometriosis/Menstrual Disorders
Pre and postnatal care
Pelvic floor yoga
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See yoga section for most updated class offerings & schedule
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This therapeutic and deeply relaxing massage session is customized to your unique body while addressing your specific goals and primary concerns. Each session encourages improved range of motion, relief from soft tissue tension and pain, improved circulation, and a restored nervous system. (Body cushion system available for pregnancy massage)
The Ultimate Postpartum Guidebook
The Ultimate Postpartum Guidebook
This comprehensive ebook is designed to answer all your questions about postpartum healing and set you up for success in your fourth trimester! In this guide you will find in depth information on what to expect for both vaginal & cesarean deliveries, tools for a smoother recovery including exercises for the first 12 weeks and an abundance of resources on products & services to support your journey.
Package Offerings
Labor Prep Package
Includes 4 visits, 60 minutes each
Work one-on-one with an obstetrics trained physical therapist during your third trimester to help empower you for a positive birth experience and prepare for the labor & delivery process.
What’s Included:
Address specific concerns & answer questions
Birth education*
Pelvic floor muscle assessment
Practice pushing
Perineal tear prevention
Relaxation/breathing strategies
Pelvic balancing
Partner assists & support
Pain management
Labor & pushing positions
“The Ultimate Postpartum Guidebook” PDF
*this package is not intended to be a substitution for a birth class!
Postpartum Package
Includes 6 visits, 60 minutes each
Take care of you so you can take care of your little one. Work with a pelvic floor physical therapist to support your postpartum healing journey. Sessions customizable to meet you where you are.
What’s Included:
Address specific concerns & answer questions
Healing movement for early postpartum
Pain management
Pelvic floor muscle assessment
Scar management (perineal or cesarean)
Diastasis recti abdominus recovery
Core & pelvic floor strengthening
Posture & body mechanics for infant care tasks
Relaxation/massage
Guided return to exercise/sport
Upcoming events
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Prenatal Yoga & Acupuncture
5.9.25 7:00PM-8:15PM
Join us for 75 minutes of relaxation. 45 minutes of prenatal restorative yoga lead by Amy Aronson followed by 30 minutes of acupuncture with Heather Smith. Surrender to the power of deep rest, gently open up your body in preparation for birth, and deepen your connection with your body and your baby.
Cost $60
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Childbirth Class
4.12.25 9:00AM-3:30PM
Believe Doulas now offers a class bundle delivering as much interactive, practical, and evidence-based information as possible in one comprehensive class. Our goal is to have families leave feeling empowered to make informed decisions about their pregnancy, labor, delivery, postpartum care, breast/chest feeding, and newborn care. In this class you will learn the signs & stages of labor, comfort measures, potential interventions & pain medications, as well as immediate postpartum. We will also cover what to expect those first few hours, days and weeks for breast/chest feeding and newborn care. Bring all your questions and your partner!
Cost $250 per couple
*To register, please contact Kirsten Elting at Believedoulas@gmail.com or 585-750-4549
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Rochester Endometriosis Collective
To all the resilient people battling endometriosis, this is for you! We're thrilled to unveil @rochester.endo.collective, a sanctuary where understanding, support, and empowerment intertwine. Our monthly meetings, spanning 1.5 hours each, offer more than just solace; they're a lifeline in navigating the complexities of Endometriosis.
In these gatherings, you'll find a community ready to embrace your journey, share insights, and champion your resilience. Each session is graced by expert speakers, armed with knowledge to illuminate the path forward. Speakers will include local OBGYNs, surgeons, functional medicine practitioners, mental health providers, acupuncturists, pelvic floor physical therapists, dietitians, massage therapists and chiropractors who all have experience treating patients with Endometriosis. Whether you're seeking answers, camaraderie, or a shoulder to lean on, our collective is here for you.
Let's weave our stories into a tapestry of hope, strength, and solidarity. Join us as we redefine what it means to face Endometriosis, united in our resolve to conquer it.
Follow @rochester.endo.collective for upcoming meeting information and RSVP
