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My Breastfeeding Journey
Although I am so happy I chose to breastfeed, I wish I had better understood what that choice could mean for me. All pregnant people who are considering breastfeeding deserve to have a well-rounded picture of what it may entail, the good parts and the bad. Because for many of us, it is an arduous…
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The Surprising Connection Between Constipation and Bedwetting in Children
When we think about bedwetting, the first things that might come to mind are age, developmental stages, or even stress. However, there’s another surprising factor that could be playing a role: constipation. If you’re a parent or caregiver whose child is struggling with wet nights, understanding this connection could help in addressing both issues more…
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6 Unconventional Valentine’s Day Gifts to Show Yourself Some Love
Valentine’s Day is here—why not show yourself some love this year by prioritizing your pelvic health? Put your pelvic health first this month and treat yourself with some of my favorite pelvic health products.
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My Birth Story
My mom had driven all the way from my hometown in Arizona to be present at the birth of her first grandchild and to help me settle in to motherhood. We were hanging out at her AirBnB, enjoying the air conditioning and each other’s company, when it happened.
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Women’s History Month Spotlight: The Mothers of Gynecology
The “father of gynecology,” J. Marion Sims, is credited with inventing the precursor to the speculum and discovering a method for repairing fistulas in the 1840s. However, his contributions to modern gynecology were only possible due to his torturous experiments on enslaved black women. These brave women—the mothers of gynecology—were voiceless then. But we can…
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Leak When You Sneeze? Try This.
Contrary to what you may have heard, stress incontinence isn’t something you have to “just deal with” when you have kids. You aren’t doomed to “peeze” for the rest of your life! You can regain your ability to counteract physical stress in your body by retraining your pelvic floor. Here are three actions you can…
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How to Spot Pelvic Floor Problems in Your Child
It can be tricky to figure out if your child is struggling with pelvic floor problems, especially once they are potty trained. Many children do not talk about their issues because they don’t even realize that they have a problem. Others may be afraid to talk to adults about what they are going through due…
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What to Expect at Your First Pelvic Floor PT Session
You might feel nervous for your first pelvic floor physical therapy (PFPT) session. What’s going on down there is an intimate topic—it’s understandable! Knowing what to expect can help ease your fears.
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Guest Post— Navigating the Postpartum Period: Understanding the Role of a Postpartum Doula
As you move through your pregnancy, or adoption or surrogacy journey, assembling a reliable support team becomes a top priority. Just as a pelvic floor physical therapist can play an important role in your recovery, a postpartum doula can provide much-needed support and care in your early months with your new baby.
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6 Reasons You Need Postpartum Physical Therapy
This week, I had the honor and privilege of being a guest writer on the blog for Robbins Doula Services. Head to Kathleen’s blog to read the full post and learn the six reasons why every birthing person needs postpartum pelvic floor physical therapy—other than the fact that they simply deserve it!
But first, Pelvic Health. 