Under the Hood

In this episode, Dr. Rebecca Howard Eudy (couples and sex therapist) and Dr. Alex DiGrado, DPT, PRPC (pelvic floor physical therapist) talk about what sex therapy and couples therapy involve—from how to find a qualified therapist to what a session might look like. They explore how emotional and physical disconnection often show up together, and why getting support earlier ( before things feel over...

Vaginismus is often described as “pain with penetration,” but that definition misses the bigger picture. In this episode, couples and sex therapist Dr. Rebecca Howard Eudy and pelvic floor physical therapist Dr. Alexandra DiGrado unpack what vaginismus really is, why it happens, and how it affects far more than just sex. Together, they explore the role of the nervous system, pelvic floor muscles,...

In this episode, Dr. Rebecca Howard Eudy (couples and sex therapist) and Dr. Alex DiGrado, DPT, PRPC (pelvic floor physical therapist) discuss how your nervous system, muscular habits, and past experiences (including trauma and chronic stress) are all connected to chronic pelvic pain. Whether you’ve been dismissed by the healthcare system, or are looking to better understand the connection between...

Most people hear “pelvic floor PT” and think, “So…Kegels and an awkward exam?” But here’s what most people don’t realize: good pelvic floor physical therapy is full-body, trauma-informed care that connects your bladder, bowel, sexual function, posture, breathing, and stress levels—not just your vagina, penis, or “down there.” In this episode, Dr. Rebecca Howard Eudy (couples and sex therapist) and...

This is the second episode in our series exploring Dr. Rebecca Howard Eudy’s new book, Parents in Love: A Guide to Great Sex After Kids . Desire differences are one of the most common struggles couples face—especially after becoming parents. One partner may want sex more often, while the other feels overwhelmed, pressured, or disconnected. Underneath those stuck places, both people are usually rea...

What happens to love, sex, and connection when kids enter the picture? In this episode, Dr. Alex DiGrado (pelvic floor PT, Melrose, MA) interviews Dr. Rebecca Howard Eudy (sex & couples therapist, Boston) about her new book Parents in Love: A Guide to Great Sex After Kids.   They unpack why couples feel like roommates in early parenthood, how to navigate late-night fights, and what it really m...

It’s time to talk about the most misunderstood organ in the human body: the clitoris. In this eye-opening episode, Dr. Rebecca Howard Eudy (sex & couples therapist, Boston) and Dr. Alex DiGrado (pelvic floor PT, Melrose, MA) pull back the hood to bust myths about female pleasure, anatomy, and the “orgasm gap.” From the hidden structure of the clitoris to why most women don’t orgasm from penetr...

Erectile dysfunction is very common and it’s rarely only about erections. In this episode, Dr. Rebecca Howard Eudy (sex & couples therapist, Boston) and Dr. Alex DiGrado (pelvic floor physical therapist, Melrose, MA) team up to unpack ED from both sides: the psychology and relationship dynamics that drive performance anxiety, and the physical, pelvic-floor, and lifestyle factors that affect bl...

“Six weeks and you’re good to go” is not the whole story. In this candid conversation, Dr. Rebecca Howard Eudy (sex & couples therapist, Boston) and Dr. Alex DiGrado (pelvic floor PT, Melrose, MA) break down why postpartum sexual health is complex. From scar care, pelvic-floor coordination, breastfeeding-related dryness, and smart lube choices to identity shifts, “touched out” fatigue, and how...

Everyone talks about sex, but few talk about what really happens beneath the surface — in your body, your nervous system, and your relationships. In this debut episode, Dr. Rebecca Howard Eudy (Boston-based sex and couples therapist) and Dr. Alex DiGrado (pelvic floor physical therapist in Melrose, MA) open up about their paths into two of the most misunderstood fields in healthcare. From navigati...

Welcome to Under the Hood — where real talk meets real bodies. Hosted by Dr. Rebecca Howard Eudy (Boston-based sex and couples therapist) and Dr. Alex DiGrado (pelvic floor physical therapist in Melrose, MA), this podcast dives into the often-overlooked intersection between emotional intimacy, sexual health, and physical well-being. Each episode pulls back the curtain on what’s really going on ben...