Your body carried and delivered a baby. That's extraordinary — and it deserves more than a 6-week clearance and a "you're good to go." Dr. Loretta Barry, DPT specializes in helping Sacramento-area moms rebuild from the inside out, safely and progressively.
These are the symptoms Dr. Loretta Barry hears most from postpartum moms across Sacramento. They're common — but that doesn't mean you have to live with them.
Postpartum recovery isn't one size fits all. Your delivery, your body, your timeline, and your goals are all different — and your treatment should reflect that. Dr. Loretta Barry builds every program around the specifics of your birth experience and where you are right now.
Breathing mechanics & pressure management. Before any exercise can be loaded safely, your body needs to relearn how to manage intra-abdominal pressure. Breath work is the foundation of everything Dr. Loretta Barry builds.
Pelvic floor reintegration. Whether your pelvic floor is too tight, too weak, or simply not coordinating with your core, Dr. Loretta Barry identifies the exact problem and addresses it with targeted manual therapy and therapeutic exercise.
Progressive loading. Recovery is a progression — not a light switch. Dr. Loretta Barry builds you back from foundational movements to functional strength to full activity, at a pace that protects your healing tissues and builds lasting results.
C-section scar care. Scar tissue from a cesarean can restrict movement, cause pain, and affect deep core function for years. Dr. Loretta Barry includes hands-on scar tissue work for all C-section patients starting when the incision has adequately healed.
Every postpartum recovery program at Floora follows this three-phase framework, tailored to your specific starting point and goals.
Reduce pain and tension, improve breathing mechanics, and build a safe foundation. We address what's not working before adding load.
Improve coordination between your pelvic floor, core, and breathing system. Targeted exercise designed around your real-life demands.
Rebuild confidence and strength to return to the activities you love — running, lifting, hiking, parenting — without limitations or fear.
Three ways to get care — all 1-on-1, all with Dr. Loretta Barry. Choose what fits your life.
Our primary location — 583 F St, Suite 112, Lincoln, CA. A beautiful new building with a private, fully equipped treatment room. Easy access, plenty of parking, no waiting room.
583 F St Suite 112 · Lincoln, CA 95648
Remote 1-on-1 care via video — ideal for education, exercise programming, and follow-up visits. Available to patients anywhere in California.
Dr. Loretta Barry comes to you — anywhere in the Sacramento area. No commute, no arranging childcare for a trip across town, no waiting room. Your space, your schedule, your baby nearby. Everything needed for a complete session arrives with her.
Every session is 1-on-1 with Dr. Loretta Barry — no aides, no techs, no handoffs. Learn more about our Lincoln clinic →
"I was newly postpartum and felt like nothing would ever feel the same again. She celebrates every small win and tailors each session to what my body needs. Now I feel so much stronger and confident in my body again."
"She made me feel comfortable right away and was so easy to work with. Having her come to my home was a huge blessing for this season of life. I noticed real relief after just a few sessions."
When should I start postpartum physical therapy?
You can often start within a few weeks of birth, even before your 6-week OB clearance. Early sessions focus on breathing mechanics, posture, and gentle pelvic floor awareness. Dr. Loretta Barry will meet you exactly where you are and progress treatment appropriately.
Is postpartum PT only for vaginal births?
Absolutely not. C-section recovery requires just as much specialized PT. Scar tissue management, deep core retraining after abdominal surgery, and pressure management are all critical after a cesarean. Dr. Loretta Barry regularly treats moms recovering from both vaginal and surgical births.
Is it too late if my baby is already 2 years old?
Never. The pelvic floor responds to the right treatment regardless of how long you've been experiencing symptoms. Many of Dr. Loretta Barry's patients are 1, 2, or 3+ years postpartum when they start. The body has a remarkable capacity to improve.
What does a session involve?
Sessions begin with an assessment of how your pelvic floor, core, and breathing mechanics are working together. Treatment includes hands-on manual therapy, specific therapeutic exercises, and education on safe daily movement. Sessions are 1-on-1, in your home or at the clinic.
Do I need a referral for postpartum physical therapy in Sacramento?
No. California allows direct access to physical therapy, so you can book with Dr. Loretta Barry without a referral from your OB or primary care doctor.
The Postpartum Solution™ is Dr. Loretta Barry’s structured 12-week program that addresses leaking, pain, diastasis, and return to exercise all at once — live coaching sessions, a progressive curriculum, and a full recording library.
A free discovery call is 15 minutes. Dr. Loretta Barry will listen, answer your questions, and tell you exactly how she can help — no pressure, no commitment.
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