I get asked repeatedly in my physiotherapy clinic and my Pelvic Power Movement Community whether ladies who experience prolapse can and should be exercising. For many, a prolapse diagnosis hits them hard, and the huge fear is that it is a life sentence that will stop them from ever doing the things they enjoy again. And for most, this is not true.
Knowing the right balance between...
Life is full of boring, mundane tasks. That’s a fact, and it’s unavoidable. There is always washing and cooking, homework and ironing…the list goes on. These chores don’t necessarily make us unhappy, but most of us don’t reveal in the excitement of it. We accept them, do them, and go about our day. But what makes life fun is the balance of these mundane tasks with...
Embarking on the path to pelvic floor recovery can be a bumpy journey at first. What many fail to understand, is that pelvic floor recovery is a delicate journey that intricately weaves together elements of physical exercise, mindset, and external influences. While the focus is often on the physical aspects, the profound impact of our thoughts and mindset on our pelvic health is frequently...
After the joy and excitement of bringing a new life into the world, many women find themselves eager to return to their pre-pregnancy fitness routine. I have felt the same after all three of my babies, so I get it. While the desire to shed those postpartum pounds is completely understandable, it's crucial to approach postpartum fitness with caution and prioritise the health of your body,...
Today, I am delving into a topic that may not come up in everyday conversations but is undeniably essential for our well-being: a stiff pelvic floor. It is something many women might feel uncomfortable discussing, but it affects our health in more ways than we realise. So, let's take a moment to dive into the intricacies of this somewhat mysterious topic.
Before we get into the nitty-gritty,...
Let's delve into a topic that may not be the most comfortable to discuss, but it's crucial nonetheless: a tight pelvic floor. You might think a tight pelvic floor is better than a weak one, but that's a common misconception. It can affect women of all ages, leading to uncomfortable symptoms you might not even realize are connected to this issue. So, let's take a closer look and better...
This is a simple pelvic floor relaxation exercise, also known as the sniff, flop, and drop. Start by lying on your back with your knees bent and feet flat on the floor and begin listening to this audio.
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You might be surprised to know that it is often our daily habits and practices that impact our pelvic floor the most.
Lets look at some super simple quick fix approaches to help you see the fastest results.
So…. Why is sitting so bad you might ask?
Well...... now you've really got me up on my soap box.
Sitting slumped on the sofa is...
I want to discuss a topic that isn't always discussed outside of my community but affects many of us: pelvic organ prolapse. If you're a woman in your 20s and beyond, chances are you've heard about it or even experienced it firsthand. The mere mention of prolapse can send shivers down your spine, conjuring up fears about exercise, sex, having more children, and the need for surgery. But fear...
Want to Know the Secret to a Functioning Pelvic Floor?
Ladies, we need to talk about a part of our body that often gets overlooked but is crucial for maintaining our overall health and well-being: our pelvic floor. And, more specifically, the connection between our pelvic floor and diaphragm. You might be wondering, what is the diaphragm, and how does it relate to my pelvic floor? Well,...
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