Safe Space for Women:

Enhancing Postnatal Recovery and Pelvic Health Access

A community-led pilot improving access, confidence, and outcomes in postnatal pelvic health.

6
workshops

40+
women

91%
confidence

4.84/5
satisfaction

Safety wasn’t a bonus. It was the foundation.

The Challenge

Pelvic health issues are common—but rarely discussed
Access to support is unclear and inconsistent
Cultural and trust barriers limit engagement
Care often stops at the 6–8 week check

The Solution

6 culturally tailored workshops in trusted spaces
Co-delivered by midwives and physiotherapists
Women-only, culturally safe environments
Blended support: group, print, and digital

When women feel safe, they ask questions.
When they understand their bodies,
they take action.

The Results

more confident

0 %

/5 satisfaction

0

first-time access

0 %

Trust drives openness
Needs are universal across groups
Demand extends beyond postnatal
Blended support works best

You’re not the only one feeling this.

“I never felt I needed to speak about these things… until I had my baby.”

— Participant, postnatal support workshop

What this proves

Community-led delivery increases engagement
Cultural safety is a clinical enabler
Early education prevents long-term issues
Blended models outperform standalone care

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