Diastasis Recti is a physical complication that is common among pregnant and postpartum women. Diastasis recti occurs when the abdominal muscles (rectus abdominis) separate after excessive stretching has damaged the connective tissue that forms the midline of the stomach. Diastasis Recti may also be referred to as: Rectus diastasis Rectus divarication Abdominal separation Split abdominal …