Athletico Physical Therapy Partners with Friend of a Mom to Support Maternal Health
Oak Brook, IL – Athletico Physical Therapy, a leading provider of the highest quality orthopedic rehabilitation services to communities, employers and athletes, today announced a new partnership with Friend of a Mom, a fast-growing supportive community and digital platform for mothers navigating every stage of pregnancy, postpartum, and beyond.
Through this collaboration, Athletico’s clinical experts and Friend of a Mom’s engaging, mom-centered content platform will come together to deliver accessible, educational resources focused on the most common physical conditions and challenges moms experience, including pelvic pain, incontinence, core weakness, diastasis recti, back and hip pain, and more.
The partnership will feature ongoing co-created content such as articles, videos, social media resources, and interactive Q&A opportunities designed to empower moms with clear, trustworthy guidance on how physical therapy can support their health.
“So many new parents experience physical symptoms that they’re told are ‘just part of giving birth,’ but that’s simply not true,” said Dr. Jordan Miller, Pelvic Health Program Manager at Athletico Physical Therapy. “Partnering with Friend of a Mom allows us to reach many of them where they already are—seeking real, relatable information—and provide them with expert-backed education that helps them feel seen, supported, and confident taking the next step in their care.”
Friend of a Mom was founded to create a much-needed sense of community for moms in Chicago. As the community has grown, so has the opportunity to thoughtfully shape the experiences and support available to women entering this season of life. Through intentional partnerships and programming, they aim to create meaningful, positive impact for parents with children.
“Our community wants honest, empowering content and Athletico brings the clinical expertise that moms are desperately searching for,” said Lucie Duffy, Co-Founder of Friend of a Mom. “Together, we’re making it easier for women to understand what’s happening with their bodies and how to find the right support at the right time.”
The partnership aligns with Athletico’s commitment to expanding access to specialized pelvic health services through its nationwide network of clinics and certified pelvic health therapists.
For more information about Athletico Physical Therapy’s services, visit www.athletico.com. To learn more about Friend of a Mom, visit www.friendofamom.com.
About Athletico Physical Therapy
For more than 30 years, Athletico Physical Therapy has helped communities overcome musculoskeletal (MSK) pain with 900 convenient locations in 24 states and the District of Columbia. Recognized for its industry-leading patient satisfaction scores, Athletico is committed to providing the highest quality rehabilitation services that result in optimal health outcomes for patients. To support patients in addressing and preventing MSK pain faster and more efficiently, Athletico offers greater access to care through free assessments without a prescription or referral. For more information on Athletico’s services, including physical and occupational therapy, employer solutions, athletic training, and over 30 specialty health services, visit www.athletico.com.
About Friend of a Mom
Friend of a Mom is a Chicago based community and events platform that brings together moms who don’t know each other for curated monthly events across the city and suburbs. Designed to help mothers step away from the demands of work, childcare, and daily responsibilities, Friend of a Mom creates intentional spaces where moms can take a night off, enjoy a great meal or experience, and build real, lasting connections.
Founded by two local moms, Friend of a Mom goes beyond events by offering trusted resources and meaningful partnerships that support women through every stage of motherhood. With thousands of members, Friend of a Mom has grown into a trusted space for connection, support, and shared resources for moms across Chicago because mom life is better together.
Media Contacts
Lucie Duffy
Friend of a Mom
Co-Founder
lucie@friendofamom.com
Erin Byrne
Friend of a Mom
Co-Founder
312food@gmail.com
Katy Harmon-King
Athletico
Communications Manager
kathryn.king@athletico.com
