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How to Prevent Tearing During Birth

How to Prevent Tearing During Birth

Childbirth can feel intimidating. And we often come into labor and delivery with a lot of questions… How painful will this *actually* be? Am I going to poop? How to prevent tearing during birth? Perineal tearing during childbirth is a common fear—and something we’ve...

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Avoiding Perimenopause Bladder Problems

Avoiding Perimenopause Bladder Problems

In middle age, most vagina-owners start to notice some changes… It’s tough to get a read on our menstrual cycle. We’re constantly hot and sweaty. (Otherwise known as “personal summers.”) We have trouble falling or staying asleep. Our downstairs feels like a desert....

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Pelvic Floor Therapy During Pregnancy

Pelvic Floor Therapy During Pregnancy

Pregnancy changes our bodies in extraordinary ways. But pain and discomfort during pregnancy aren’t inevitable! Pelvic floor physical therapy during pregnancy is one way we can proactively take care of our body. And the earlier we can start, the better. The Benefits...

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Stress and Pelvic Floor Tension

Stress and Pelvic Floor Tension

Occasional stress is part of being human. These days, though, many people’s stress has escalated from once-in-a-while to chronic.  You may be aware that chronic stress can wreak havoc on your cardiovascular health, digestive health, and mental health. There is also a...

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CBD for Pelvic Floor Dysfunction

CBD for Pelvic Floor Dysfunction

As cannabis products are being normalized throughout the country, we’re starting to see some evidence for a surprising benefit of these once-taboo products… They may be good for the pelvic floor! Let’s explore the benefits of CBD for pelvic floor dysfunction, pelvic...

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How to Manage Endometriosis Pain During Sex

How to Manage Endometriosis Pain During Sex

Chronic pain can be hard to talk about.  Especially when it’s down there.  Especially when it comes to sex. We may even try to convince ourselves that it’s all in our head. Or unfortunately we’ve been told that by unsupportive medical professionals But if you’re...

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5 Pelvic Floor Exercises for After a Hysterectomy

5 Pelvic Floor Exercises for After a Hysterectomy

Some people expect a hysterectomy will solve all their downstairs problems. And while it’s true a hysterectomy can be helpful for many concerns, it can also create new ones. Luckily, you can reduce your risk or severity of post-op problems with pelvic floor exercises...

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6 Pelvic Floor Exercises for Vaginismus

6 Pelvic Floor Exercises for Vaginismus

If you’re thinking, “What the heck is vaginismus?” you’re definitely not alone. Many people with vaginas have never heard of it, and here’s why: Vaginismus symptoms can feel embarrassing to talk about. “I can’t insert a tampon.” “No matter how hard I try, I can’t...

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Pediatric Pelvic Floor Therapy

Pediatric Pelvic Floor Therapy

Being a kid is tough, being a kid with pelvic floor dysfunction is even tougher. More common than you may realize, pelvic floor dysfunction affects approximately 1 in 7 school aged children. The good news is that pediatric pelvic floor therapy can help!   Firsthand...

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Painful Sex After a Hysterectomy?

Painful Sex After a Hysterectomy?

A hysterectomy can be life-changing, most often for the better. But for some people, a hysterectomy can do a number on one’s sex life. Fortunately, painful sex after a hysterectomy doesn’t have to be permanent. What’s a Hysterectomy? A hysterectomy is the surgical...

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Can Menstrual Cups Cause Prolapse?

Can Menstrual Cups Cause Prolapse?

Can Menstrual Cups Cause Pelvic Organ Prolapse? For many environmentally conscious folks—or simply financially conscious folks—menstrual cups have become a go-to period product. But some people are hesitant to use them because they’ve heard menstrual cups can cause or...

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Best Products for Your Pelvic Floor

Best Products for Your Pelvic Floor

The Best Products for Your Pelvic Floor and Core  According to a Pelvic Floor Physical Therapist Companies market all sorts of stuff to vagina owners: washes, wipes, pads, kegel aids, trainers, and more. With shelves and shelves full of products, it can be tough to...

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How to Treat Hemorrhoids During Pregnancy

How to Treat Hemorrhoids During Pregnancy

You’ve likely discovered that pregnancy isn’t all unicorns, rainbows, and “You’re positively glowing!” As if “morning” sickness, tender breasts, and round ligament pain weren’t enough, pregnancy can also be a real pain in the butt. Literally. Yes, my friends, today...

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All About Postpartum Belly Binding

All About Postpartum Belly Binding

Have you ever heard of using postpartum belly binding during your immediate postpartum recovery? Over the course of your pregnancy, your body changes shape and makes room for your growing little one. Then, in postpartum, your muscles and organs literally shift around...

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Round Ligament Pain Stretches to Use Right Now

Round Ligament Pain Stretches to Use Right Now

Round ligament pain is a common occurrence during pregnancy and can make normal activities a minefield of discomfort. Listed below are some round ligament pain stretches to relieve you. What Does Round Ligament Pain Feel Like? Round ligament pain most often feels like...

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Period Tips From a Pelvic Floor Therapist

Period Tips From a Pelvic Floor Therapist

I was ten years old the day I got my first period. My mom handed me a maxi-pad and a book about menstrual cycles and said, "Let me know if you have questions." And that was it. There were no conversations about options for menstrual care, no period tips, and my...

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Your Guide to Working Out With an Overactive Pelvic Floor

Your Guide to Working Out With an Overactive Pelvic Floor

Do you suspect you have an overactive pelvic floor? An overactive pelvic floor is when the muscles contract more than necessary. This results in excessive pelvic floor muscle tension and can lead to trigger points in your pelvic floor. It's just like tight shoulders...

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How Menopause Affects the Pelvic Floor

How Menopause Affects the Pelvic Floor

You probably know that menopause presents a whole new set of changes in someone’s life. We talk about hot flashes, sleep issues, and mood swings, but did you know that the health of your pelvic floor and menopause are absolutely connected? Changes in hormones can lead...

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Is Your Pelvic Floor Too Tight?

Is Your Pelvic Floor Too Tight?

Many women and men have overactive or tense pelvic floor muscles and kegels and tightening exercises can make matters worse, especially during pregnancy and postpartum. Your pelvic floor may be too tight or tense if you have peeing or pooping issues, have pain with sex, or have any pelvic pain. Here’s what you can do about a too tight pelvic floor.

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Considering a Vaginal Birth After a C-Section? Here’s What You Need to Know

Considering a Vaginal Birth After a C-Section? Here’s What You Need to Know

What exactly is a VBAC? VBAC stands for vaginal birth after cesarean and is a delivery option for mothers who have had a cesarean delivery prior to their current pregnancy. While vaginal birth after cesarean was not always thought of as a safe option for moms, the most recent research shows that VBAC can be a great option when the patient is an appropriate candidate.

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How to Take Great Care of Your Pelvic Floor

6+ Simple Tips to Prevent or Overcome Pelvic Floor Problems

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