NOLA Pelvic Health

Experiencia fantástica: BOOK THE APPOINTMENT! I can’t say enough about Nola Pelvic Health. Ashley and Claire are truly incredible. I was battling with a tailbone injury from my 2nd birth and encased scar tissue from a c-section. Ashley was so knowledgeable and explained everything to me. I feel so much more educated about my body, and Ashley gave me the tools to continue exercises at home.

Experiencia fantástica: I can't say enough great things about Claire! The added cost for out of network care has been well worth it. I have seen several previous pelvic floor PTs and Claire has been the most efficient and knowledgeable in helping me work towards my therapy goals.

Experiencia fantástica: Claire has given me my life back! When I started seeing her about 6 months ago, I was on the verge of considering surgery for my pelvic floor dysfunction. After my first session with Claire, I left the office feeling like a weight had been lifted off of my shoulders and had hope that I could regain the freedom I had pre-pregnancy. She took time to educate me on my pelvic floor and gave me the tools to troubleshoot my problem areas/symptoms on my own. My only regret is that I didn’t pull the trigger and go to Nola Pelvic Health sooner - it would’ve saved me so much suffering! I can’t say enough good things about Claire and the practice!! If you’re debating scheduling an appointment…DO IT!!!

Experiencia fantástica: Ashley helped me with stress urinary incontinence post vaginal delivery. She is encouraging, motivating, friendly, knowledgeable, and supportive. She really helps you understand your problems and tweaks exercises with each appointment using superb attention to detail to build upon each visit. Makes you feel relaxed in an expected awkward situation.

Experiencia fantástica: I worked with Claire to help with girdle pain the last month of my pregnancy. She really listened and helped me find relief as well as prepare my pelvic floor for labor and delivery. I really believe the work we did together helped me have a non-traumatic labor and delivery and quick postpartum recovery. Highly recommend NOLA Pelvic Health.

Experiencia fantástica: I have had an great experience with NOLA Pelvic Health. All the staff are warm and caring. I have worked with Ashley for a little less than a year and have felt real improvement. Ashley is very communicative at our appointments and even in between our appointments when I need some extra support. You can feel the passion Ashley has for her work and patients. She is super knowledgeable, I have learned so much about my body from her. Would definitely recommend!

Experiencia fantástica: I received pelvic floor PT from Nola Pelvic Health for both of my pregnancies and postpartum recovery during the last three years. I saw a different therapist for each pregnancy. Both therapists were extremely knowledgeable, caring, compassionate, understanding, and most importantly, delivered A+ results. The therapy rooms are private, professional, and comfortable. My most recent visit was with Ashley and she addressed all of my postpartum concerns and provided me with therapies/exercises I can do at home improve my recovery. She also provided me with information and medical based literature regarding my questions and finished the appointment with a physical exam of my core, pelvic floor, and pelvic girdle stability/mobility. I’ve learned so much about how to protect my core and how to safely perform daily activities like lifting my baby or toddler and getting out of bed properly. Ashley’s dry needling skills are outstanding— gentle but effective— always providing me with relief from muscle pain and tension. I’m forever grateful for the care I received at Nola Pelvic Health. Even the administrative staff are wonderful— frequently calling to offer me earlier appointments if a cancellation occurred. Overall, my experience here was wonderful. If you’re unsure whether to book an appointment, just do it. You will not regret it.

Experiencia fantástica: Claire was really wonderful and helped me a lot during my time at NOLA pelvic health. She is very knowledge and was able to improve problems I had been having for many years in addition to newer hip pain. Highly recommend!

Experiencia fantástica: I cannot express enough how wonderful pelvic floor therapy from Claire has been for my pregnancy and post-partum journey. From the first session when I was pregnant, I was greeted with empathy and professionalism. I loved that she taught me about the pelvic floor and its functions, which really helped give me confidence and soothed my anxiety when I was in labor. During postpartum, she helped my back pain and how to slowly increase my flexibility and strength. If you're considering pelvic floor therapy, I wholeheartedly recommend taking that step towards health and well-being.

Experiencia fantástica: The most wonderful care team. I was having weekly unbearable flares due to painful bladder syndrome when I found Nola Pelvic Health. I work with Claire who has made the whole experience as comfortable as can be. Claire is kind, gentle, and truly wants the best for her patients. The personalized care you receive here is unmatched. They make getting you in to be seen a priority, which means a lot when you are suffering from this type of pain. Since beginning physical therapy at Nola Pelvic Health, my flares have subsided. When I get the occasional irritation, I know what steps to take and I know I have someone there to reach out to with any questions or concerns. I could go on forever about the amazing care at Nola Pelvic Health. This office and incredible staff have changed my life and gotten me back to a normalcy that I didn’t know if I would find again. Many thanks to this team and to Claire!

Experiencia fantástica: I’ve seen Sara for 5+ yrs and don’t want to even think about life before that! Everything was painful: working out, sitting, other personal things… Pelvic health is truly forgotten about and it’s something you can’t find in a typical PT office. The investment is absolutely worth it: you get the PT one on one for an hour vs the 5 mins in a typical insurance based clinic. 100% recommend esp before and after any pregnancy or delivery!

Experiencia fantástica: NOLA Pelvic Health is a world-class clinic to receive care - from reception to treatment, I knew I was in great hands from my first appointment. Claire helped me tremendously while I was recovering from endometriosis excision surgery and I cannot say enough good things about my experience. I was very impressed by her depth of knowledge, wide variety of techniques, and her passion for helping people with pelvic issues. Anyone under the sun could benefit from pelvic physical therapy, and as someone who has long suffered with pelvic pain, it’s done wonders to relieve my pain and work to prevent it from recurring.

Experiencia fantástica: I've been going to Ashley for the last 6 months or so to help me with multiple postpartum pelvic floor challenges I've experienced after two c-sections. She is incredibly communicative, kind, and clear in her instructions and questions. Not only have my physical challenges improved greatly, but I also always leave appointments feeling listened to and taken care of. I highly recommend NOLA Pelvic Health!

Experiencia fantástica: The team at NOLA Pelvic Health is top-notch. I’ve worked with Ashley for 2+ years and have also seen Sara. The practice is very warm & inviting and incredibly patient-centric. These ladies know what they are doing and have been so helpful during pregnancy and postpartum. They were the first people I saw after delivery (besides my family & doula) and will be a continual part of my recovery & strength building. Highly recommend!

Experiencia fantástica: I first learned about pelvic floor PT after I gave birth to my first. It’s a shame that there is not more awareness about this important muscle, particularly during and after pregnancy. When I was pregnant with my second baby, I wanted to have more prenatal and postpartum support, which included pelvic floor PT. Ashley helped me connect to my pelvic floor and gave me the tools I needed to have the labor and delivery I wanted. I am currently working with her to continue to connect with my pelvic floor and strengthen my core. Ashley is so patient and thorough in her explanations. Their website and patient portal makes communication super easy. Whether you are pregnant or not, I highly recommend NOLA Pelvic Health.

Experiencia fantástica: Cannot recommend pelvic floor PT enough during pregnancy and postpartum. I would definitely not have had the tools to address pelvic floor pain without them, and I also think that the stretches they gave us helped immensely with childbirth! The therapists spend a good amount of time with you. It would be a huge benefit to the community if this clinic began accepting insurance plans and especially medicaid. All pregnant people deserve access to this care and paying for it out of pocket makes it prohibitively expensive for most people.

Experiencia fantástica: Nola Pelvic Health is the best! Claire is incredibly knowledgeable and will make sure you feel comfortable and at ease in all sessions. This has been some of the best PT I have received in general and after 3 months of bi-weekly sessions I saw a significant difference in the different issues I was facing. All around great clinic and the PTs are clearly experts in their field. Highly, highly recommend.

Experiencia fantástica: Sara is knowledgeable, thorough, and friendly. She also makes you feel comfortable during both the discussion and physical exam portions of your session. She explains how everything is woven together and comes up with a personal treatment plan. She also follows up and checks in on her clients. She genuinely cares about their well-being. I highly recommend Sara + NOLA Pelvic Health for all things pelvic floor.

Experiencia fantástica: Sara Reardon really helped me out. I'm over 60 years old, and have prolapsed organs. After a year of PT with Sara, my OBGYN was shocked at how much progress I made. My pelvic floor muscles are MUCH stronger, organs are actually re-arranging, without surgery, which is a miracle really.

Experiencia fantástica: Being a patient here has been once of the best PT/medical treatment experiences in my life. Ashley and team are incredibly awesome. Super accommodating, very professional, and know their stuff. Being a male, I didn't know a lot about pelvic health until my wife recently had a baby, and I'm very glad I started engaging with NOLA Pelvic Health to work on some pelvic pain caused by a bone spur. Ashley as a practitioner is incredible. Always making you feel welcome, listening to your needs, and her positive energy just radiates. For a very sensitive topic/region, she really makes you feel welcomed and comfortable. She's helped me a ton work through pain that has been plaguing me for years. 10/10 worth your time and effort.

Experiencia fantástica: My experience with NOLA pelvic health was superb. Claire explained everything to me in common language, so I knew exactly what she was talking about, and she always checked to make sure I understood what she meant. During therapy, she would explain where/what she was going to be doing, which made me very comfortable. It was really easy to talk to her and be honest about my progress and things I was still struggling with. She gave me plenty of at home exercises to work on which tremendously helped. I was having pelvic health issues for over 10 years, and Claire helped me to reverse those problems within about 3 months.

Experiencia fantástica: I love running, so having a baby and going through the postpartum experience was pretty intimidating for me. I wanted to ensure I could return to doing what I love long term & not have issues related to this pop up in the future. Choosing to pursue PT with Claire at NOLA Pelvic Health was one of the best decisions I could have made! Claire was so thorough and made sure my return to running was as smooth and seamless as possible. Now I feel confident as ever back on the run. Pelvic floor therapy is so so so important, especially postpartum & I couldn’t recommend Claire & NOLA pelvic health more!

Experiencia fantástica: I am a cancer survivor who underwent chemotherapy. The chemo turned my pelvic floor hard like a stone. This led to pelvic pain and painful intercourse. I also cannot take hormones. I was feeling hopeless about my condition. I began seeing Claire Schott 4 months ago. Claire is an excellent listener and educator. Claire taught me so much about how the pelvic floor works, explained what had happened to mine, and developed a plan to treat it. Through open communication, physical therapy, and home exercises, I am happy to report that I am able to resume sexual relations with my husband! For the first time in a long time, I feel hopeful and excited about the future. I highly recommend Claire to anyone experiencing pelvic floor problems, and especially to anyone who has undergone chemotherapy. I wish all oncologists were aware of the tremendous treatment benefits that result from pelvic floor therapy, so their patients can experience a pain free, better quality of life.

Experiencia fantástica: Cannot recommend postpartum PT enough, but particularly the care received at NOLA Pelvic Health. Claire is super friendly, immediately putting you at ease. Every appointment I always felt as though I learned so much, as well.

Experiencia fantástica: Sara (aka. The vagina wisperer on Instagram) is amazing. She helped me understand many things about my vagina and pelvic floor muscles with her excellent knowledge of anatomy and techniques. She made me feel very comfortable as she would go inside and work my pelvic floor muscles and I loved that she would spend so much time dry needling on the outside!!! She’s the best!

Experiencia fantástica: Highly recommend Claire with Nola Pelvic Health! I started seeing Claire shortly after my 6 week PP checkup and I wish I had started even sooner than that. Within a few sessions my symptoms were greatly improving. She even helped me diagnose and treat some issues that I had pre-pregnancy and I didn't even know were problems! Claire always made me feel very comfortable during our sessions, and the rest of the staff was always so nice and helpful.

Experiencia fantástica: Sara is an amazing and knowledgeable therapist. She listens and patiently explains showing that she really cares and wants you have the best pelvic health you can have. Also, she is so kind and funny. Sara has helped me both on the physical and emotional level. I would recommend her to anyone looking for professional care and support.

Experiencia fantástica: I cannot say enough good things about Sara. She was truly my advocate & has changed my life! After a few months of PT we realized my issues were likely related to endometriosis and I decided that I needed more specialized, surgical care that we don't have in Louisiana. I was referred to a surgeon in Atlanta that gave me a life changing surgery, and I've continued my PT with Sara after. PT is absolutely essential for full recovery from endometriosis, even without surgery. If it weren't for Sara advocating for me & validating the accuracy of how bad I was feeling, I don't know that I ever would've taken a leap to get a specialist I needed. My quality of life is immensely better today than when I started. She takes the time to really listen to you each session and gives you tons of things to do at home to help you get better faster and in less visits than a traditional clinic. She is highly respected & recommended by other PTs in the field, and rightfully so. She is a huge advocate & warrior for women's health- something our state direly needs. You will not regret the time & money spent here!

Experiencia fantástica: Sara gives incredible, personalized, real care. I have been working on restrengthening my core for better functionality after 2 pregnancies and Sara has helped me feel so much better, stronger and stable. Her online postpartum workout series is amazing, it’s totally manageable to do fun new exercises for 10 minutes a day (each day of the 12 week program is different) and it makes a huge difference. I couldn’t recommend NOLA Pelvic Health more, not just for folks having babies but for anyone to better understand their pelvic floor (including your core) health and functionality. Thank you for the amazing care!

Experiencia fantástica: Sara is an incredible pelvic floor physical therapist. I have had some postpartum issues that I thought would never improve and she has helped me tremendously. She is so professional and a true expert in her field. I have always felt comfortable and at-ease in her care. I can’t thank her enough for helping me!

Experiencia fantástica: I am so grateful to have found Sara and NOLA Pelvic Health. I had some issues that had previously been dismissed, and Sara worked on getting me a great referral that helped me deal with the problem in addition to her work with me. NOLA Pelvic Health is fantastic. I highly recommend them and encourage all my friends to incorporate a yearly visit as part of their general wellness! We have normalized many things as a society about women's health that aren't normal, and this is a great place to help address what is truly normal and what isn't.

Experiencia fantástica: When I scheduled my first appointment, I assumed I would see results based on other reviews. However, I didn’t realize how life-altering pelvic floor therapy could be! During my first appointment with Emily, I knew I was in great hands. I had been experiencing pain during intercourse for years and was finally getting help. During the first session along with her assessment and treatment, she provided me with stretches, exercises, and other suggestions to try during the next month at home. I left with a major sense of empowerment. After just a few sessions and continuous work at home, I made a complete 180. Emily is a wealth of knowledge and always eager to help. You’ll want every session to last longer, just so you can keep chatting to her about life. She’s so warm and encouraging. Everyone in the office was an absolute delight and I can’t recommend their services enough.

Experiencia fantástica: I love absolutely Sara and her team! I started seeing her a year after giving birth to my oldest via c-section. I was experiencing excruciating back and hip pain that I learned was linked to restrictions around my c-section scar. Sara worked with me in the office using a number of exercises to support strengthening my core while also releasing the restriction around my scar. It was life changing physically and emotionally! I recommend NOLA Pelvic Health to everyone.

Experiencia fantástica: I had an amazing experience with Ashley. She helped me immensely with my pelvic floor troubles after giving birth. Scheduling was easy through their online platform and I always felt comfortable during, not the most comfortable, of situations. What stands out most was how accommodating Ashley and the team were. When I didn’t have child care, they let me know it was fine to bring my baby with me to the appointment. Ashley was very understanding as I held my fussy baby during the appointment and even nursed her. Afterwards, they offered to help me get the stroller down the stairs. I am immensely grateful for the help she provided me!

Experiencia fantástica: I can't recommend NOLA pelvic health enough! Sara has taught me how to gain control over my pelvic floor, where before I didn't even know how to do a Kegel, and now I am building strength and feel so much more confident. She is so understanding and explains things in ways that truly give you the full picture and encourage you to take better care of yourself. I recommended her to my mother who felt so validated after seeing her, understanding what was never explained to her in the past, as to why she felt so many issues, and how normal and common they were. I think it's a shame how women are never given this kind of coaching that is so vital to our bodily health and function, especially around birthing and post partum recovery. I understand now so much better how to care for my pelvic floor. Speaking to other women has only highlighted how needed this service is, and Sara's team are so helpful, giving you an honest assessment of your current state and helping you improve with positive encouragement, really helpful suggestions, exercises, product info, etc.. They are very down to earth and feel like a best friend almost right away, which is comforting when speaking about a subject that has historically been so taboo. If you are pregnant no matter what stage, I am telling you, go see them, it will make your pregnancy and birth experience so much better, you will be stronger, and recover quicker for doing so. I went to see Sara on the recommendation from my midwife during my 2nd pregnancy as an older mother, I felt prepared when labor came, doing so much better this time around a pushing through the contractions, something I hadn't fully understood with my first birth which lasted 26 hours! I wasn't even in the hospital for 20 minutes before my daughter was born this time, delivery was quicker, and I had no tears!!! I attribute my success to what I learned at Nola Pelvic Health... go see them!!!

Experiencia fantástica: I cannot say enough good things about my life-changing experience working with Ashley Holstein and the team at NOLA Pelvic Health. I purchased a physical therapy package in preparation for the birth of our first child and was blown away by the value of this investment. Thank to Ashley’s expertise and guidance, I felt much more prepared for pregnancy, labor, delivery, and my current postpartum journey preparing to return to dance and fitness.

Experiencia fantástica: I’ve seen Sara since just after the birth of my first baby, and she’s been nothing short of amazing. She’s worked with me to ensure proper postpartum healing, meaning no leaks, pain, or diastasis recti. It’s been wonderful seeing her before my second two children were born, because Sara offered me exercises and tips to minimize tearing and injuring my pelvic floor during labor. I just love her so much and would recommend her to anyone!

Experiencia fantástica: I heard about Nola pelvic health from a friend while I was pregnant and scheduled a prenatal appointment to prepare for giving birth. I was impressed with my first 2 visits and looked forward to my postnatal recovery sessions with Emily. I ended up having a c-section and I am so glad that I went to my post partum appointment and continued to see Emily for my recovery. I’m an avid crussfitter who continued my fitness throughout my pregnancy. Emily provided me with information on my c-section recovery and getting back into the gym but also helped with manual recovery of my scar and after effects of carry a baby for 9 months. I cannot recommenced her and Nola Pelvic Health enough to all mommas!

Experiencia fantástica: Realizing that long term postpartum discomfort or pain isn’t “normal” is such a revelation! Finding Sara and her cozy clinic was a blessing as I prepared for my second child and recovered from giving birth. She makes you feel so comfortable and discusses your options and needs thoroughly and clearly. It’s not always easy to talk about everything with your OBGYN, so having someone who specializes in your pelvic floor has been so worth it! Sara has remedies and tips for everything from vericose veins, lower back pain, pelvic pressure and hemorrhoids during pregnancy to postpartum healing and discomfort “down there”. I’m so glad I found her!

Experiencia fantástica: Working with Sara to improve some pelvic health issues over the last several months has been very empowering. And she's helped me feel more confident and maintain mobility during my first pregnancy. I know she'll be a valuable resource post-pregnancy, too. I also love her Instagram account where she posts great tips and works to de-stigmatize pelvic floor and women's health issues one post at a time. There's no reason to suffer through pelvic issues while NOLA Pelvic Health exists. I can't recommend them enough!

Experiencia fantástica: Sara is such a gem. I went to see her after the birth of my third baby. She is so professional, but also warm and friendly. It was wonderful to work with her on exercises to help me get back into running and make it work with postpartum journey. I only wish I’d known about her for my first two babies. Every new mother should see a pelvic floor P/T, and I highly recommend NOLA pelvic health.

Experiencia fantástica: I highly recommend NOLA Pelvic Health to anybody who is pregnant or has ever been pregnant! They will give you exercises and help you prepare for childbirth and how to recover afterwards. I initially saw Emily after my C-section with my first child, then she helped me with my 2nd pregnancy to prepare for and have a successful VBAC. I used so many of the techniques we practiced while in labor. She gave me the confidence to try for a vaginal delivery and it was one of the proudest moments of my life. She gave me many very helpful exercises to do while pregnant. Now she is helping me with recovery and how to return safely to working out and running. Also my husband saw Sara after a hernia surgery. We love NOLA Pelvic Health!!!

Experiencia fantástica: Pregnant Mamas: do yourself a favor and book an appointment with Sara ASAP as you prepare for your baby! I have a newly-found confidence going into my first birth since Sara helped me explore different pushing positions and recommended stretches specifically catered to my body that I practice at home. She is so knowledgable about her craft and went above and beyond to help me feel comfortable during our work together. I'm feeling more empowered and informed as I wait for the baby's debut... how can you put a price on that?! Thank you, NOLA Pelvic Health! See you postpartum :)

Experiencia fantástica: Nola Pelvic Health is a ground-breaking resource in New Orleans. I sought their services for post-partum exercise related issues that were negatively affecting my performance, body image and sense of self. Sara addressed these issues with knowledge and kindness. Her office is clean, comfortable and welcoming. Sara’s expertise in pelvic floor issues is very apparent, as is her genuine care for her patients. She (effectively) treats not only any issue you are having, but also asks pointed and applicable questions. Sara normalizes the conversation around women’s bodies and is an invaluable resource to our community.

Experiencia fantástica: Sara was so amazing and informative through the whole postpartum recovery process. She was amazing at explaining and discovering various aspects that many would not equate to pelvic health. I left every session feeling more relaxed and rejuvenated. She is very easy to connect with and makes you feel super comfortable through the whole process. Pelvic floor therapy should be a must for every postpartum woman. Highly recommend Sara and NOLA Pelvic Health.

Experiencia fantástica: Before I worked with Sara, I was in so much pain. At one week postpartum, I struggled to walk - not exactly the best position to be in while taking care of a brand new baby! Working with Sara was so easy - she made me feel comfortable every step of the way, and was careful to educate me on all things pelvic health. [My health teacher definitely skipped that chapter back in middle school!] Sara not only helped me by relieving my pain and helping me strengthen my muscles, she also helped me build the confidence I needed to thrive as a new mom. Not to mention, she has such a warm and friendly personality! As a result of working with Sara, I've experienced real results and have a game plan for moving forward. I recommend her to any new mom experiencing pain postpartum. You don't have to live like that, and Sara is the best person to help!

Experiencia fantástica: Sara is an amazing pelvic floor physical therapist! I was extremely nervous and had no idea what to expect from going to pelvic floor physical therapy. Sara is personal, professional, and makes you feel at ease. She takes her time with you and works with you to make PT work for your life. She even remembers things you tell her from prior meetings despite only seeing her once a month, which felt more like I was having coffee with a girlfriend rather than going to PT.

Experiencia fantástica: I received amazing care at Nola Pelvic Health! Sara is generous, knowledgeable, intuitive, and kind. I had apprehensions about pelvic floor physical therapy before our first session but, as soon as I met Sara and we talked about what necessitated my visit and what I hoped to gain from this experience, all my fears and insecurities about this therapy were transcended. The work that she does is so important and life-giving, and I am so thankful for the ways this therapy has assisted my healing.

Experiencia fantástica: Not only is Sara very informative, she helped me feel comfortable and hopeful regarding a very intimate issue. I left her sessions feeling better educated and equipped to improve my pelvic floor following my second vaginal birth. I always felt comfortable and supported not only as a woman but also a mom. I highly recommend visiting with Sara if you are expecting or recently have had a baby, she is a wealth of knowledge that can benefit all women!

Experiencia fantástica: I feel very lucky to have found Sara as a care provider in New Orleans. I had a great experience with her, and would recommend her to any woman in need of greater pelvic health. She is knowledgeable, kind, forward-thinking, and passionate about her work. Although I have been to my last appointment, I consider her to be a vital part of my team, if future issues arise. Thanks for everything, Sara!