Ports Postnatal Project

Supporting Local Mums in Their Recovery

About the Project

The Port Postnatal Project is a community initiative by Physio Collective – MNC, created to make high-quality postnatal physiotherapy more accessible for local women. We know that recovery after birth looks different for every mother, and early access to evidence-based care can make a meaningful difference during this stage of life.

Each month, we offer 3 individual postnatal women a complimentary comprehensive postnatal physiotherapy assessment at our Port Macquarie clinic. This appointment includes a pelvic health screening, abdominal separation assessment, birth history review, and personalised guidance on safe return to exercise, movement, and daily activities.

OUR GOAL IS SIMPLE

To support women with honest, informed, and respectful postnatal care, without barriers, without judgment, and without pressure to pursue ongoing treatment.

We created this project because every woman deserves to understand her body after birth and feel confident as she navigates the fourth trimester and beyond. Whether you are six weeks or two years postpartum, The Postnatal Project provides a safe, welcoming space to check in with your body and receive guidance tailored to your needs.

This initiative reflects our commitment to women’s health, community care, and creating pathways for mums to access physiotherapy when they need it most.

Your postnatal assessment is completely obligation-free, with no requirement to book ongoing sessions ~ sometimes peace of mind is all you need!

if based off your clinical presentation more assessments and/or reviews are recommended we are more than happy to guide you on this and refer out if needed.

FAQs

  • You can enter by completing our short online application form. This helps us understand your stage of recovery, your baby’s age, and what you would like support with.
    Once submitted, you will automatically be considered for the next round of selections.

  • No. The Postnatal Project includes one complimentary postnatal physiotherapy assessment for each of the three selected participants.
    There is no cost to enter, no purchase required, and no expectation to book further appointments.


    If you choose to continue physiotherapy after your free assessment, any additional treatment will be billed at our standard clinic rates, but this is entirely optional.

  • Yes. You are welcome to continue your care with any Women’s Health Physiotherapist of your choice. The Postnatal Project provides one complimentary assessment with our team, but you are under no obligation to continue treatment with us afterwards.


    We will happily provide a summary or handover note (with your consent) to support continuity of care with any clinician you choose.

  • Each month, we review all applications submitted for The Postnatal Project.
    Winners are selected based on a combination of factors, which may include:

    • The stage of postpartum recovery

    • Individual needs and symptoms

    • Access to support services

    • Personal goals or concerns shared in the application

    Our aim is to ensure the three complimentary assessments are offered to women who would genuinely benefit from early postnatal physiotherapy input.
    Selections are made fairly and without consideration of financial status, social media engagement, or previous appointments.

    If you are not selected for the current round, your application can be considered again in a future month.

  • No. Once you submit your application for The Postnatal Project, it will remain active for future rounds.
    If you are not selected this month, your application may be reconsidered in the following months without you needing to re-apply.


    If your circumstances change (for example, new symptoms, a different stage of postpartum recovery, or updated availability), you’re welcome to submit a new application at any time.

  • If you are chosen in a future month but feel you no longer need the assessment, that’s completely fine.
    You can simply decline the appointment, and we will offer the complimentary assessment to another applicant on our list.
    You will not lose your place on any waitlist or be penalised in future rounds, we understand that postnatal needs can change over time.

  • No. The complimentary assessments offered through The Postnatal Project are scheduled based on practitioner availability.
    If you are selected, you will be provided with a specific appointment time and practitioner.
    If you cannot attend the allocated session, the appointment will be offered to another applicant, and you are welcome to remain in the pool for future rounds.

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