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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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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.
But first, Pelvic Health. 