Pelvic Floor, Core & More | Healing Beyond Kegels: Core Rehab, Prenatal Fitness, Birth Prep, Postpartum Recovery, Nervous System Regulation, and Holistic Self-Care for Moms

You’ve probably heard the phrase “no pain, no gain.” But when it comes to your core and pelvic floor, that couldn’t be further from the truth. The real magic doesn’t happen during your workout — it happens during your recovery. In this episode of Pelvic Floor, Core & More, Dr. Desiree Cassell, pelvic floor physical therapist and women’s health expert, breaks down why recovery is essential for...

Have you ever felt heaviness, pressure, or bulging “down there” and wondered if it’s prolapse… or worried about making it worse? You are not alone, mama. 💛 Prolapse is common, but not normal — and most women are never told how their everyday habits can either support healing or put more strain on their pelvic floor. In this episode of Pelvic Floor, Core & More, Dr. Desiree Cassell, pelvic flo...

How many times have you avoided the trampoline with your kids because you knew you’d leak… or worried about making prolapse symptoms worse? Mama, you’re not broken — you just need the right progression to get back to the movement you love. 💛 In this empowering episode of Pelvic Floor, Core & More, Dr. Desiree Cassell, pelvic floor and women’s health physical therapist, breaks down exactly why...

If you’ve ever been told to “just strengthen your core” — only to keep leaking, feeling weak, or struggling with back pain — this episode is for you. 💛 The truth is, most women are given advice about their core that’s either incomplete or flat-out wrong. And when you focus on the wrong thing, you don’t just waste time… you can actually make your symptoms worse. That’s why in this episode of Pelvi...

Have you ever felt like everything in your body is falling apart — leaking, back pain, diastasis recti, prolapse, tension everywhere — and you don’t even know where to start? 😩 You’re not alone, mama. One of the biggest reasons women stay stuck in pain and symptoms is because they try to fix everything at once… or they focus on the wrong thing first. That’s why in this episode of Pelvic Floor, Co...

If you’ve Googled “how to heal diastasis recti postpartum” and ended up more confused than empowered — you’re not alone, momma. 💕 In this episode of Pelvic Floor, Core & More, Dr. Desiree Cassell, pelvic floor and women’s health physical therapist, breaks down what diastasis recti (DR or DRA) really is, why it happens during pregnancy and postpartum, and why healing is so much more than avoid...

Are you pregnant and wondering how to best prepare your body for labor, delivery, and postpartum recovery? You’re not alone! So many moms-to-be feel anxious, overwhelmed, and unsure of what to do in these final weeks. The good news is: you can prepare — and the right strategies can make birth smoother, reduce tearing, and help you feel confident in your body. In this empowering episode of Pelvic F...

Are you pregnant and wondering if your favorite workouts are still safe? Or maybe you’ve heard conflicting advice about what you can and can’t do during pregnancy — and it’s left you feeling confused, cautious, or even scared to move at all. The truth is: you don’t have to stop exercising during pregnancy — you just need to make smart modifications. 💪✨ In this episode of Pelvic Floor, Core &...

Are you pregnant and feeling unsure about how to exercise safely without putting yourself — or your baby — at risk? Maybe you’ve heard conflicting advice like “just keep doing what you were doing” or “only walk and stretch” and now you’re stuck wondering what’s actually safe. In this episode of Pelvic Floor, Core & More, I’m breaking down everything you need to know about prenatal fitness so y...

It’s officially back-to-school season — and if your calendar is already filling up with snacks, soccer, drop-offs and appointments… this episode is your reminder: ✨ You still get to be a priority. ✨ Your healing doesn’t have to wait. ✨ You’re allowed to take up space on your own calendar. In this episode, Dr. Desiree shares a soul-nourishing (but practical) roadmap for creating nervous-system-s...

If you’ve been feeling tense, tight, or just… disconnected from your body — this episode is your invitation to literally come back down to Earth 🌍 Dr. Desiree dives into the beautiful science + somatic wisdom of grounding — the practice of reconnecting to the Earth through skin contact (like walking barefoot or laying in the grass). You’ll learn how this simple, free tool can completely shift you...

Doing “all the right things” but still feel off in your body? This episode dives into the missing links. You’ll learn why symptoms persist even after movement — and what deeper healing layers might be calling for your attention. Bodywork like Fascial mobilization and other manual/soft tissues strategies are many times thought of as a luxury and not a necessity for healing. Which may be causing alo...

Feeling lazy? Or like you don't ever have enough energy? If you’ve ever thought, “I know what to do… I just can’t get myself to do it,” this episode is for you. Let’s break the myth of “laziness” and explore how dysregulation — not a lack of willpower — keeps your body stuck. You’ll walk away feeling validated, seen, and supported with tools to gently shift out of survival mode. What You’ll Learn:...

If you’re leaking, doming, or feeling disconnected — your body isn’t broken. She’s trying to tell you something. This episode is a permission slip to stop blaming your core and start listening instead. We’ll explore the real reasons symptoms show up — and what it means when they do. What You’ll Learn: What your pelvic floor and core symptoms (like incontinence/leaking, pelvic pain, pain with inter...

In this episode of Pelvic Floor, Core & More, we’re diving into what most postpartum plans miss completely: how to actually support your healing in the first 6 weeks after birth. This isn’t about “getting your body back” — it’s about coming back into your body. So if you’ve ever wondered: 💭 “What can I actually do to help myself heal right now?” 💭 “Do I just wait until my 6-week checkup?” 💭...

In this episode of Pelvic Floor, Core & More, we’re diving into what most postpartum plans miss completely: how to actually support your healing in the first 6 weeks after birth. (Even with some exercises… yes you don’t have to wait 6 weeks to move your body.) These exercises are gentle and intentional This isn’t about “getting your body back” — it’s about coming back into your body. So if you...

In this episode of Pelvic Floor, Core & More, we’re talking about something that doesn’t get enough space in healing conversations: ✨ What it really means to choose yourself — in the middle of the mess. Motherhood, healing, and life can feel like a swirl of demands. And in that chaos, so many women lose the one thing that keeps them grounded — their own voice, needs, and nervous system. If yo...

In today’s episode of Pelvic Floor, Core & More, we’re diving into the sneaky, normalized postpartum patterns that silently sabotage healing — and no, I’m not talking about exercise. From holding your breath while lifting the car seat to collapsing into your core while feeding your baby, these everyday habits are creating pressure, disconnection, and pain in your pelvic floor and core system....

Summary: Let’s talk about that quiet ache you can’t put into words — the one where you feel off, shut down, or numb. That feeling of being disconnected from your body? It’s more common than you think… and it's 100% healable. In this episode, I walk you through how disconnection happens — and how to begin the sacred work of reconnection. This isn’t about perfect movement or pushing through. It’s ab...

Summary: Let’s talk about the part of your body that’s holding more than just your organs — your core is your emotional center, your nervous system translator, and your power source. But is yours actually supporting you… or silently sabotaging your healing? In this episode, I break down: The difference between a braced, reactive core and a functional, responsive one Why gripping, leaking, pressure...

Your body talks. The question is — do you know how to listen? In this episode, I teach you the #1 practice I give every client: the Body Check — a quick daily scan to reconnect with your posture, breath, and tension patterns so you can begin healing from the inside out. This isn’t a fix — it’s a foundation. Learn how to use your own awareness to unwind leaking, pain, and disconnection, and why sof...

Let’s talk about something too many women suffer with silently: pain during intimacy. In this episode, I unpack the real connection between your pelvic floor, nervous system, and emotional safety — and why healing your core goes way beyond muscles and kegels. Whether you're experiencing discomfort with sex, numbness, or disconnection from your body — this is your invitation to reclaim pleasure thr...

You’ve done the work to reconnect with your pelvic floor and core… but now you're ready for something more. Or maybe you have started over and over again and want more support and holistic tools to make sure this time it actually is a lifestyle change and not just a "phase". You are going to want to pay attention.  In this episode, Dr. Des introduces The Empowered Core, a 6-month group coaching ex...

Are you a mom who's navigating the shifts of postpartum recovery, or someone preparing your body during pregnancy for what’s ahead? Whether you’ve been cleared at 6 weeks or are years past delivery, feeling disconnected from your core, leaking when sneezing, or struggling with pelvic pain isn’t something you have to “just live with.” In this episode, Dr. Des shares why pelvic floor healing must go...

Hey Girl! You know those moments that just make life feel so full circle? Well, that's what this episode felt like when I was interviewing my special guest for the show this week! Almost 8 yrs ago, I was just like you, searching instagram and social media for “Pelvic floor Exercises”, “Pelvic Floor Physical Therapy”, “Pregnancy Safe Exercises”,  “Prenatal Pelvic Floor” and more! Coming Fresh out o...