Private Postnatal Rehab
Reformer Pilates and core rehab with a qualified rehab specialist, one to one or in a small group, helping mums reconnect with their bodies and move with confidence, however long ago they had their baby.
Welcome to Cari’s Home
BSc Exercise Science and Health and Rehabilitation · Reformer Pilates teacher · Experience in NHS falls prevention and joint pain rehab
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Meet Cari
Hi, I’m Cari, founder of Cari You Home.
I’m a rehab specialist with a BSc in Exercise Science and Health and Rehabilitation. I’ve worked in the NHS in falls prevention and led a joint pain programme, and I’m a qualified reformer Pilates teacher and personal trainer.
My own experience of diastasis recti, scoliosis and postpartum recovery, as a mum of spontaneous triplets, shaped the way I work. Today I combine science with lived experience to help mums understand their bodies, build confidence and feel like themselves again.
Qualifications and experience
BSc Exercise Science (Health and Rehabilitation)
SmartBody certified Reformer Pilates teacher
Active IQ Level 2 Fitness Instructor and Level 3 Personal Trainer
Currently completing Level 3 diplomas in Mat Pilates, Prenatal and Postnatal programming and the Postnatal Core Rehab Method
NHS Otago Falls Prevention Postural Stability Instructor
Nuffield Health Joint Pain Programme Rehabilitation Specialist Lead
Step inside my home studio
A private, quiet space where you can put down the noise of the day and focus on you. Every session is unhurried, and every movement is chosen for where your body is now. You’ll leave feeling calmer and more connected to your body.
Prefer to be seen at home? Home visits available in your area.
Here’s what working with me feels like.
Never rushed or judged: every session is built around your needs, your pace and your goals.
Rebuild strength and stability: core, pelvic floor and whole-body work that rebuilds your foundations, so everyday movement feels easier.
Feel at home in your body: rebuild the link between mind and body, so you feel settled and like yourself again.
Fits real life: sessions are designed around a demanding routine, so progress is sustainable.
Every client starts with an assessment, so your plan fits where you are now. If you need another professional, such as a pelvic floor physiotherapist, I’ll refer you on.
How I Can Help
Why This Work Matters to Me
This work is deeply personal to me. For years, I lived with the weight of disconnection — from my body, from my sense of self, and from the inner calm I longed for. Through mindful movement, science-based rehabilitation, and deep self-compassion, I found my way back.
That process felt like coming home to myself — to a place where I could breathe again, feel strong, move freely, and trust my body. It wasn’t easy, but it changed everything.
Now, my mission is to offer that same hope and possibility to others. If I could rebuild from a place of pain and depletion, I believe you can too. That belief is what inspired the name of my practice — and my commitment to gently “Cari You Home”.
Who I Work With
I work with people who want to reconnect with their bodies, rebuild strength, and move with confidence — whether that’s after childbirth, injury, or living with chronic pain.
You might be:
A first-time mum or years into motherhood, looking to restore core strength, pelvic floor function, and balance
Someone living with scoliosis, disc issues, or back pain, seeking safe and effective movement strategies
Anyone ready to invest in themselves, prioritise well-being, and rebuild confidence in their body
No matter where you’re starting from, I provide tailored guidance, compassionate support, and practical tools so you can move with ease, feel stronger, and reclaim a sense of home in your body.
My Mission
I know firsthand what it feels like to live disconnected from your body — to carry pain, fatigue, or uncertainty, and wonder if you’ll ever feel like yourself again. But I also know that transformation is possible.
My mission is simple: to guide you back to your own body and inner sense of home. Through mindful movement, personalised guidance, and compassionate support, I help you:
Rebuild strength, stability, and confidence
Restore trust and connection with your body
Move with ease and freedom in everyday life
Every programme, session, and coaching moment is designed to meet you where you are, empower you to progress at your pace, and help you reclaim a sense of wholeness.
At Cari You Home, my goal is to help you feel strong, capable, and truly at home in your body — no matter where your journey begins.
My Approach & Tailored Programmes
At Cari You Home, I blend science, lived experience, and mindful movement to create programmes designed specifically for you — your body, your goals, and your journey. Every session is safe, personalised, and focused on helping you rebuild strength, restore balance, and reconnect with your body.
What my programmes include:
Functional Screening & Assessment – Understanding your posture, movement, and needs so every exercise is tailored to you.
Mindful Movement Coaching & Reformer Pilates – Gentle, effective sessions combining Pilates, yoga principles, and functional strength to improve core and spine support, posture, and stability.
Guided Stretch & Muscle Release – Hands-on and assisted techniques to release tension, restore mobility, and calm the nervous system.
Flexible & Accessible – Life is busy, especially for mums or anyone balancing chronic pain. Sessions and strategies are designed to fit your lifestyle and make progress sustainable.
Whether you’re navigating postnatal recovery, managing back pain, or simply wanting to feel more at home in your body, my tailored programmes are designed to meet you where you are and guide you step by step toward greater strength, confidence, and ease.
My Journey
I’ve always had a passion for helping people feel at home in their bodies. That passion guided me to study Exercise & Rehabilitation Science and train as a Personal Trainer. But life took me on a journey I hadn’t planned — I became a mother of spontaneous triplets.
Three years into postpartum life, I was still living with untreated diastasis recti, scoliosis, and a body that felt completely disconnected from itself. Everyday movement felt challenging, core strength seemed out of reach, and I struggled to reconnect with the body I once knew.
That experience sparked a deep, personal exploration of what true healing really means. I wanted to understand not only how the body could rebuild strength, but how the mind could trust it again. To better serve other mothers, I trained as a Reformer Pilates teacher specialising in prenatal and postnatal programming. I wanted to see if it was possible — to feel connected to my core again — and to share that possibility with others.
Alongside motherhood, I navigated an ongoing journey with scoliosis and complex PTSD. Through consistent movement, mindful practice, and self-compassion, I gradually rebuilt my strength, balance, and confidence. That transformation — feeling “at home” in my body again — is at the heart of everything I do today.
Every programme, every session, and every coaching conversation is shaped by this journey. I understand the struggles, the doubts, and the small victories because I’ve lived them myself. And I want to pass on that sense of hope, empowerment, and reconnection to you.
With me, you’re not just learning exercises — you’re finding your way back to yourself, just like I did.
How I Can Support You
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💬 Start with a Discovery Chat
We’ll have a relaxed 15-minute conversation to get to know each other. You can share what you’re going through, ask questions, and see if this feels like the right fit for you. No pressure, just connection.
✨ So you feel heard and supported right from the start.
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🩺 Consultation & Functional Movement Screening
This is where we get a clear picture of your movement patterns, posture, lifestyle, and health. It helps us build a personalised plan that feels safe, realistic, and truly yours.
✨ So you finally understand what’s going on in your body and what will truly help.
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🌱 Mindful Movement Coaching
Gentle yet powerful sessions that combine Pilates, yoga, and functional strength. Together, we’ll restore balance, ease pain, and help you reconnect with your body in a way that feels empowering.
✨ So you move with confidence, ease your pain, and rebuild a stronger connection to your body.
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🧘 Reformer Pilates Teaching
Using the reformer machine, we’ll create space, strength, and stability in your body - ideal if you’re managing chronic pain, recovering from injury, or simply want to move more freely.
✨ So everyday tasks feel lighter, and you rediscover freedom in your movement.
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🤲 Guided Passive Stretch Relief
Sometimes, what you need most is to let go. I’ll guide you through supported stretches that release tightness, reduce stress, and help your body (and mind) exhale.
✨ So you leave feeling lighter, more flexible, and at ease in your own skin.
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✋ Manual Muscle Tension Release
Hands-on support to gently ease muscular tightness and release tension. It’s a calming way to support your recovery and complement your movement sessions.
✨ So those nagging aches no longer hold you back from doing what you love.
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🤰 Pre & Postnatal Support
As a mother of triplets, I deeply understand how much your body goes through before and after birth. These tailored sessions protect your core and pelvic floor, and restore strength.
✨ So you feel supported through every stage of motherhood, without the fear of overdoing it.
Prices
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A complimentary conversation to understand where you are starting from and whether we are the right fit.
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6-week personalised programme — £450 investment
For women who need to reconnect with their body before progressing further.
This is your starting point if you:
Feel disconnected from your core or body
Are unsure where to begin with exercise
Have lost confidence after pregnancy, pain, injury or a period of inactivity
Need to understand better movement strategies before building strength
Includes:
✓ Movement Assessment & Strategy Session (session 1 - 75 minutes)
✓ 5 personalised 1:1 sessions (60 minutes)
✓ Foundational core connection and breathing strategies
✓ Movement education
✓ Personalised exercises to practise between sessionsOutcome:
You understand your body better, feel more confident moving, and have the foundations needed to progress. -
12-week personalised programme — £900 investment
Your complete transformation journey.
For women who are ready to commit to rebuilding strength, confidence and resilience.
Includes:
✓ Movement Assessment & Strategy Session (session 1 - 75 minutes)
✓ 11 personalised 1:1 sessions (60 minutes)
✓ Progressive strength and movement development
✓ Reformer Pilates integration
✓ Individualised support throughout the journey
✓ Regular reassessment and progressionOutcome:
You move with greater confidence, strength and trust in your body.
My Policies
These guidelines are here to respect your time, my time, and the energy I put into preparing for your session. Thank you for understanding and supporting the flow of this practice.
24-Hour Cancellation Policy
If you need to reschedule or cancel your session, please provide at least 24 hours’ notice. This allows me to offer the time to someone else who may be waiting. Sessions missed without any notice will be charged in full.
Sickness & Last-Minute Cancellations
I understand that sometimes illness (yours or your children’s) can happen unexpectedly. In these cases, late cancellations are accepted with a small £15 fee to cover the time and preparation already set aside for you.
Emergencies
I also recognise that genuine emergencies can arise. In these situations, the cancellation policy and fee will not apply — your wellbeing and peace of mind come first.
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Joseph Pilates
“You will feel better in ten sessions, look better in twenty sessions, and have a completely new body in thirty sessions.”
Joseph Pilates
“Change happens through movement and movement heals.”
Testimonials
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Olivia
"I feel so lucky to have met Carissa as I started my reformer Pilates journey. Having recently had a baby I knew instantly I was in caring and knowledgeable hands and Carissa has been such a support both in our sessions and also supporting with any questions or concerns I had outside of the studio. It's amazing how quickly you can make progress under her thoughtful guidance."
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Patricia
“I recently had the pleasure of attending private Reformer Pilates sessions with Cari. I was very impressed by her professionalism and her extensive knowledge in postpartum rehabilitation given her impressive background in Clinical Exercise Science.
Cari's passion is evident from the very first session, where her deep understanding of the body's mechanics and alignment shines through. Her approach is meticulous and tailored, ensuring each movement is performed with precision and proper form.
What sets Cari apart is her ability to bridge the gab between clinical knowledge and practical application. She takes the time to explain the purpose behind each exercise, highlighting the muscle groups involved and the benefits for overall health and posture. This educational aspect, not only enhances the workout experience but also empowers clients to be more aware of their bodies and movements.
Her sessions are both challenging and rewarding, offering a balanced mix of strength, flexibility, and mindfulness. The fact that she is one of the most genuine, full-hearted instructors I've worked with just really adds to the entire experience.”
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Paul
"When I first came to Pilates with Cari I was struggling with a herniated disc and honestly feeling nervous about what I could and couldn’t do. From day one, she made me feel completely at ease. She took the time to really understand my injury and built sessions around what my body needed, never pushing in a way that felt unsafe but always encouraging me to move with confidence.
What makes her stand out is how present she is during every class. She notices the little things — a small adjustment here, a word of reassurance there — and that attention makes all the difference. I never feel like I’m just going through the motions; I feel supported, cared for, and guided every step of the way.
Over time, I’ve not only felt relief in my back, but I’ve also grown stronger, more flexible, and more confident in my training not just on the Reformer but in the gym too. What started as a way to manage pain has become something I genuinely look forward to each week. She’s created such a warm and comfortable space that I always leave her sessions feeling better than when I walked in."
