As Pilates instructors, we often see clients returning to the studio eager to get their core back" after pregnancy. However, the transition from obstetric clearance to a full-intensity Reformer class is rarely a straight line. Many instructors feel a sense of hesitation when a client mentions symptoms like heaviness or stress incontinence, unsure of how to modify without stripping the challenge from the workout.  Understanding the functional relationship between the diaphragm