Online Support Groups
None of these groups are directly affiliated with Diastasis Recti UK CIC. These are provided here as a starting point for those looking for online support. These are not the only groups available.
Any exercises undertaken after following the links here is done at your own risk.
All Things Diastasis Recti
Diastasis Recti UK Support and Chat
A UK based group for those who are suffering from Diastasis Recti of any degree. We are not medically trained, this is a place to share our experiences, ask questions, share our reality of living with DR and generally gain support to know that we are the normal, not the exception.
In order to try and keep our members safe, we ask that you only request to join the group if:
1) You live in the UK, or are from/moving to the UK;
2) You have or think you have diastatis recti &;
3) If you agree to abide by the rules to treat others fairly and with respect.
Drive Time DJ and mum of two is sharing her diastasis recti story as it happens through her Instagram. She shares lots of useful content and as well as personal insight.
Exercise / Physio Focused
The exercise groups and programs listed here are not affiliated with, nor vetted by, Diastasis Recti UK CIC. Each person’s body is unique and in person support from a qualified women’s health specialist physio is the best place to start. These programs may not be suitable for everyone. Some are free, some are behind paywalls. Be aware, there are some exercises that can make diastasis recti worse. Talk to a specialist about your specific situation.
Facebook Groups
Diastasis Recti Support Group for Men
This is a Private Group for Men who may have just found out they have Diastasis Recti.
This group is led by May Rabano who is Certified Core Specialist and an expert at helping individuals heal DR and related muscle/posture imbalances.
You will get support from a community of others who are dealing with this, learn all about Diastasis Recti, what resources are available and how you can correct it.
Diastasis Recti Natural Healing Support Group
This is a support group for women only (your profile must say female) for healing Diastasis Recti Naturally. It is lead by May Rabano, who is a certified Personal Trainer/Online Coach and Pre-Post Natal Core specialist and is an expert in helping women correct Diastasis Recti and Incontinence naturally.
We will share success stories, latest research, best practices, and anything related to improving your Diastasis Recti and/or Incontinence through a specialized way of exercising the core muscles. Please make sure you read the rules in the pinned post when you join!!
Legal Stuff:
By joining this group, you assume all liability for injury or illness.
Diastasis Recti Workout Support with Katrina Oakley
Moms only. Free 3 week program.
This group is for workout and alignment support for diastasis recti, there is a free 3 week program designed to safely work the core to help regain a functional core, led by Katrina Oakley.
The program link can also be found in the featured posts, along with a lot of other useful information.
This isn't a place to talk about the pros and cons of surgery.
Instagram Exercises
The exercise groups and programs listed here are not affiliated with, nor vetted by, Diastasis Recti UK CIC. Each person’s body is unique. In person support from a qualified women’s health specialist physio is the best place to start. These programs may not be suitable for everyone.
Andrea -Mom Fitness: Diastasis, Postpartum & More
Home workouts-Core help-Top 10 Fitness Podcast, Core Guide, Nutrition & Workout Coaching
Ashley| Mom Fitness-Diastasis & Prolapse Specialist
—Getting you strong for motherhood.
—Home workouts that build muscle AND heal your core and pelvic floor.
Feel amazing & functional in your bod at any stage
Perinatal, Peri-/menopause, womanhood, momhood, lifehood
Nancy Anderson | Fit Mom & Health Expert
Trainer & Nutritionist
M.S. Kinesiology
Pre/Post Natal Expert
Surgery Focused
These groups are not specific to diastasis recti, but very often repair to diastasis recti (‘muscle plication’ or ‘muscle repair’) is included as part of a tummy tuck procedure. These are UK focused groups regarding surgery in the UK. We are still looking for information on diastasis recti repair without tummy tuck.
UK Tummy Tucks, Liposuction and Cosmetic Surgery forum
We are a not for profit support group that has access to some of the top UK Plastic surgeons. We do NOT charge for this service .We have selected a group of practicing; prestigious U.K plastic surgeons who are all affiliated with either Baaps, Bapras or IAPS. These consultants ,together with the group administrators,will provide useful discussion topics and advice in the form of regular live video Q and A sessions; all posted to this group on a regular basis with no charge; A Virtual consultation with a plastic surgeon if you will.Those surgeons will be rotated regularly so that you always have a balanced view and a geographical spread of advice and support from some of the top UK Plastic and Aesthetic surgeons
The advice offered will cover all Plastic and Cosmetic procedures, including Abdomen;Breast and body Procedures.
Honest Tummy Tuck & Cosmetic Surgery Support Group Uk
Welcome to my support group for anyone that has had or is considering plastic surgery UK.
My aim is to build a group of members that will support one another, we must be open and honest about the surgeon used, this makes us aware of all the good surgeons out there and importantly the bad ones. Without honest review it makes researching a surgeon difficult.
•This group is impartial and we share our journey, photos and reviews.
•Admin or members are not qualified medically.
We do however have a good understanding of the healing process
•Our members are quite knowledgable on which surgeons are good and which surgeons you should avoid.
•The group is made for you to share your opinions your fears and experiences.