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Hello beautiful people with pelvic floors!!! This podcast episode is all about BOTOX — who’s a candidate? What does it do? Where is it injected? HOW is it injected? How long do the effects last? Are there side effects? And what does the research say? Then we will compare Botox to TRIGGER POINT INJECTIONS — because they are different! Let me know what you think about this episode in the Q&A box bel...

Join Dr. Alex and I as we talk about the role pelvic rehab providers can have with oncology patients. We discuss the common cancer treatments and how it can affect genital tissue and pelvic floor muscles in both men AND women. Topics we cover throughout the episode: Why would some with cancer need pelvic floor therapy? What types of cancer could benefit from pelvic floor therapy? Why should a doct...

“I live so comfortably in my body and my being”. The power of tapping into your menstrual cycle with PMDD and endometriosis. Listen to this raw conversation with Domunique Lashay on how she navigated her diagnoses and created a lifestyle to live in harmony with them. She touches upon the “75 Divine Movement” SHE started on TikTok, her journey with cycle syncing and herb cycling, positive self-talk...

I know you are going to LOVE this conversation between Dr. Yeni and I. We discuss all things preconception health, ways to optimize fertility, and how pelvic floor therapy can impact mechanical infertility. Who struggles with fertility? When should you start preparing for conception? “The modern woman is not self-aware” What to get for bloodwork? Benefits of a transvaginal ultrasound What NOT to e...

Ever wondered how you support your cycle holistically ON or OFF birth control? Dr. Paria shares her tips! In this episode we go over: * Difference between western medicine vs. functional vs. naturopathic medicine * Body’s response to hormonal contraceptives * How to support your body ON hormonal birth control (pills and IUD) * What role does the liver play and how can we support it? * Copper IUD s...

A sex therapist and pelvic floor therapist walk into a bar….. Is it really fair to give up on sex? Do men really have a harder time with long-term monogamous relationships, or do women? You CAN have great sex by yourself! USE IT OR YOU LOSE IT! Spontaneous vs scheduled Sex Lack of sex creates secondary problems Becoming comfortable with masturbation Do vibrators really desensitize? What’s with all...

HAPPY NEW YEAR! ♥ The energy for this year is staying true to our authentic self, slowing down and reaping the growth and opportunity that comes from going out our own pace. Vaginismus is a condition where your muscles involuntarily contract with the act of penetration. People usually report discomfort with penetration, inability to tolerate penetration, your partner is “hitting a wall”, sensation...

Welcoming my girl Jenn to the podcast today — the queen of gut health, metabolism building and hormone balancing. Jenn selflessly provides so much free education on her platform and truly wants women to live a healthier, more intuitive life and I can’t thank her enough for that! I really enjoyed learning from her in this episode and I know you will too ッ 2:00 Jenn’s Story - Acne, Hair Loss, Const...

Definitely needed an episode dedicated to all things pelvic floor! Our pelvic floor is a “hammock” of muscles that are located at the bottom of our pelvis and are responsible for supporting our bladder, bowel and sexual health! The time to prioritize our pelvic health is NOW!!! See bladder + bowel diaries I mentioned here: https://drive.google.com/file/d/1iX0oWo6EF65zNO40lmk9z_r45T8Htna-/view?usp=...

On today’s episode we dig into a Registered Dietician’s brain on all things Endometriosis management through DIET! Cindy, an Endo Warrior herself educates both you and I on nutrient and mineral deficiencies, the impact of endo on the body physiologically, and how to support yourself with endo through lifestyle modifications. 0:45 Cindy’s Story 2:22 Endo Affects More Than 1 in 10 4:40 Non-Invasive...

Find Dr. Jill Krapf, Board Certified OB/GYN at the Center for Vulvovaginal Disorders in Washington, DC. Instagram @jillkrapfmd and website http://vulvodynia.com If you are interested in participating in a research study for Lichen Sclerosis for a non-steroidal topical, sign up at http://vulvodynia.com/research To find a vulvar care specialist: https://www.isswsh.org/ To find a Lichen Sclerosis spe...

The glow up is REAL! It’s been almost a year since my last podcast episode, and I feel like a whole new person and ready to bring a whole different kind of energy. In this episode I talk about why I took a break from podcasting and social media in general, what pulled me back into it (hint - you!), my pelvic health journey, and my pelvic PT school journey!