Her Body Her Story

Did you know that 60% of women who have a vaginal birth will have some degree of bladder descent, and most of them have no idea? In this episode of Her Body, Her Story, Women's Health Physio Heidi wraps up the leaking miniseries with part three: prolapse. Heidi breaks the taboo around prolapse, explaining what it actually is, why it's so common, and why having a prolapse does not mean adul...

Do you get a sudden rush to pee the moment you hear water, put your key in the door, or walk towards a toilet? In this episode of Her Body, Her Story, Women's Health Physio Heidi continues the leaking miniseries, this time unpacking overactive bladder and bladder urgency, a completely different type of leaking to the stress incontinence covered in part one. This episode is for those who simply...

Do you leak when you cough, sneeze, laugh, run or exercise, and you've been told to "just do your kegels"? In this episode of Her Body, Her Story, Women's Health Physio Heidi kicks off a leaking miniseries, breaking down exactly why stress urinary incontinence happens and why doing kegels alone doesn't fix it for so many women. This episode is for those who simply want to und...

Have you been told your test results are "normal," but you're still in pain? In this episode of Her Body, Her Story, Women's Health Physio Heidi is joined by Isabelle, wife, mother of three teenage boys, founder of Prayer and Grace, and a survivor of endometriosis and interstitial cystitis. Isabelle shares her long and deeply personal journey through years of unexplained pelvic and bladder pain af...

Have you ever looked in the mirror, seen the body you thought you wanted, and still felt like it wasn't enough? In this episode of Her Body, Her Story, Women's Health Physio Heidi sits down with Monique, founder of Bump Coomera, a female-focused fitness and wellness studio supporting women through pre and postnatal recovery, perimenopause and beyond. Monique opens up about her own journey through...

Have you stopped lifting weights, doing squats, or pushing yourself in workouts because you're scared of leaking, feeling heaviness, or making a prolapse worse? In this episode of Her Body, Her Story, Women's Health Physio Heidi unpacks why strength training is non negotiable for women from age 30 onwards, and how to train effectively without putting unnecessary load on your pelvic floor. This epi...

Have you ever felt disconnected from your partner, struggled with low desire, experienced pain with intimacy, or simply wanted a deeper, more fulfilling connection — and had no idea where to even start? In this episode of Her Body, Her Story, Women's Health Physio Heidi is joined by Isiah McKimmie — Australia's leading relationship and couples therapist, sexologist, and coach — to unpack t...

Have you been training for an event, race, marathon, dance exam/performance, competition or fitness goal — and suddenly noticed a niggle, tight tendon, sore back, irritated foot, hip pain or warning sign from your body? In this episode of Her Body, Her Story , Womens Health and Musculoskeletal Physio Heidi unpacks what to do when an injury or niggle appears before an event, and how to modify your...

In this women’s health podcast episode, Darcie shares her journey navigating endometriosis, chronic pelvic pain, and recovery — from being bedridden with severe symptoms to rebuilding strength as a stunt actress, performer, and model. Together, we unpack the realities of living with endometriosis, the challenges many women face getting diagnosed, and the physical and emotional tools that helped he...

In this women’s health podcast episode, Women’s Health Physiotherapist Heidi is joined by women’s health dietitian Ellen Kesling, founder of My Dietitian Clinic , to unpack the connection between gut health, pelvic health, hormones, stress, and overall wellbeing. If you experience bloating, IBS (Irritable Bowel Syndrome) symptoms, constipation, bowel urgency, pelvic pain, bladder urgency, hormonal...

In this women’s health podcast episode, we break down the fundamentals of female pelvic anatomy, including the pelvic floor, bladder, uterus, and bowel—and how they work together to support your body - what every woman should know about her body What we'll cover: • the structure of the female pelvis and pelvic floor • how the bladder, uterus, and bowel function together • how pelvic floor dysfunct...

In this women’s health podcast episode , we explore common pelvic health symptoms like bladder leaking, urinary urgency, painful periods, and pelvic floor dysfunction—and why they may be common, but not normal. If you’ve ever wondered, “Is this just part of being a woman?” —this episode will help you better understand your body and when to seek support. Many women experience symptoms such as urina...

In this women’s health podcast episode, we break down the most common pelvic floor mistakes and how to correctly activate your pelvic floor. If you’ve ever been told to “do your pelvic floor” but aren’t sure if you’re doing it properly, this episode will help you understand how the pelvic floor works and why common mistakes may be impacting your results. Pelvic floor dysfunction is often linked to...

In this women’s health podcast episode, we explore pain and injury from a different perspective—what it can teach you about your body, your movement, and your recovery. Pain can often be the moment that brings awareness to what your body needs. Whether you’re navigating injury, discomfort, or changes in your body, this episode will help you understand how pain can be a starting point for rebuildin...

Hosted by Heidi, Women’s Health Physiotherapist, this podcast breaks down the often-overlooked aspects of the female body—making complex topics like pelvic health, bladder and bowel health, periods, pregnancy, injury, menopause, hormones, and injury easier to understand and apply in your everyday life. Alongside the science, you’ll hear honest conversations from women navigating these varying seas...