The Benefits of Physical Therapy During Pregnancy and Postpartum Gone are the days when women were advised to rest and avoid too much activity during pregnancy.  Now exercise is encouraged in most cases.  It has been shown to be beneficial to not only the mother but the baby as well.  Women who exercise throughout pregnancy have a decreased risk of gestational diabetes and may have fewer complications during pregnancy and delivery.  Babies born to mothers who exercise can have a higher metabolism and are less likely to develop obesity in childhood.  Now, the question is what type of exercise is best? A woman who currently exercises can continue her program…