I found this on another forum, I'm none the wiser...
"I didn't have any signs of SPD during my pregnancy, but had diastasis of the pubic symphysis during delivery and couldn't walk for weeks. I now still have pain, clicking in the joints and pelvic instability, but 7 weeks after birth it's bearable and I can at least take care of the baby. Chiropractic care has been amazing and I believe has really sped along the recovery process. Before I saw the chiro, nobody I saw could even tell me what was wrong with me. I thought I might be unable to walk for the rest of my life!
I'd recommend doing whatever you can to avoid diastasis, because the damage can be permanent. My midwife suggested using the squatting position to give birth (although I've read elsewhere that this may increase the risk), getting an early induction at 39 weeks or doing a c-section. I'm terrified that the DSP would happen again, so I'd probably end up going witha c-section if I ever get pregnant with a second. I can't imagine taking care of two kids and being so immobile. I'm also quite an active person - horseback riding instructor, travel writer - so losing mobility in my legs has had a big affect on my life in general. Hoping it gets back to 'normal' over the coming months."