Supporting Reproductive Wellness with Pelvic Floor Physical Therapy
Reproductive health is deeply connected to the overall balance and well-being of the body. While medical fertility care often focuses on hormones or diagnoses, many people benefit from a broader, body-centered approach to wellness. Pelvic floor physical therapy can be a gentle and effective way to support the reproductive system by improving circulation, reducing stress, […]
Leaking When You Laugh? Why It’s Common—But Not Normal
You’re out with friends, someone cracks a joke, and suddenly—uh oh! You’re crossing your legs and hoping no one noticed. If this sounds familiar, you’re definitely not alone. But here’s the truth: leaking when you laugh, sneeze, cough, or move is common, yes—but it’s not normal, and you don’t have to live with it. At […]
C-Section Recovery: Why You Might Still Feel Core Weakness (and What You Can Do About It)
If you’re several months postpartum and still feeling like your core just isn’t firing right — especially after a Cesarean birth — you’re not alone. Many moms come to The Nest Wellness Collective wondering why they feel unstable, sore, or disconnected from their abdominal muscles even long after healing has “officially” occurred. Here’s the truth: […]
Why 6 Weeks Isn’t the Finish Line: What Your Body Really Needs Postpartum
For many new parents, the 6-week postpartum checkup feels like a big milestone. You’re told you’re “cleared” — to exercise, to have sex, to return to “normal.” But what if your body doesn’t feel ready? What if you’re still leaking when you sneeze, are fearful of pain with intimacy, or wondering why your core feels […]
Understanding Endometriosis: A Pelvic Floor Physical Therapist’s Perspective
What is Endometriosis? Endometriosis is a chronic condition that affects ~5.5 million reproductive-aged women in the United States and is characterized by the presence of endometrial tissue outside of the uterus. This tissue can implant on various organs and structures within the pelvic cavity, causing inflammation, pain, and other symptoms. Common symptoms of endometriosis include: […]
Perineal Massage: A Guide for Expectant Parents
One of the biggest questions we are asked from our pregnant patients is, “How can I prevent tearing with a vaginal delivery?” While tearing might not entirely avoidable, there are things that can be done to decrease the severity of tearing. What causes tearing during vaginal deliveries? First, it is important to understand the different […]
Pediatric Pelvic Health: How Physical Therapy Can Help!
The Benefits of Pelvic Floor Physical Therapy for Pediatrics When we think about pelvic floor physical therapy, it is often associated with adults, particularly postpartum women. However, pelvic floor PT can be incredibly beneficial for children as well. Pediatric pelvic floor dysfunction is more common than many realize, and addressing it early can lead to […]
The Benefits of Scar Massage After a C-Section: A Guide to Healing and Recovery
A C-section is a major abdominal surgery that requires time and care to heal properly. While most new moms focus on caring for their newborns, it’s important not to neglect your own recovery. One highly effective yet often overlooked method to aid healing is scar massage. If you’ve had a C-section, incorporating scar massage into […]
The Benefits of Pelvic Floor Physical Therapy for Pelvic Organ Prolapse
The Benefits of Pelvic Floor Physical Therapy for Pelvic Organ Prolapse Pelvic organ prolapse (POP) is a common yet often under-discussed condition that affects many women, especially after childbirth or menopause. It occurs when the pelvic organs, such as the bladder, uterus, or rectum, shift downward due to weakened pelvic floor muscles. This can lead […]
Urge Suppression Techniques for Incontinence
Understanding Urge Incontinence Urge urinary incontinence is a type of urinary leakage that is associated with a sudden, strong urge to urinate. It is not to be confused with stress urinary incontinence (leakage with coughing, sneezing, laughing, exercise); however, the two conditions can occur in conjunction with one another (mixed urinary incontinence). Many individuals with urge urinary incontinence […]