Patient Perspective: Allison’s Story
I’m a survivor. I’ve lived through the joy (and scars) of giving birth to three boys, experienced two job layoffs, suffered through one divorce, and
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I’m a survivor. I’ve lived through the joy (and scars) of giving birth to three boys, experienced two job layoffs, suffered through one divorce, and
I gave birth to my first little bundle of joy a year ago. My pregnancy was a dream – no morning sickness, no stretch
It took me 8 years to talk to my doctor about my bladder leaks. Allow me to let that sink in for a moment –
Your pelvic floor is an important muscle in your body. Read how this woman’s awareness of it caused huge changes in her life.
Over 25 million Americans live with urinary incontinence, which is defined as the involuntary leakage of urine from the bladder. There are many treatment options
Around 6 weeks postpartum, I expected to feel more like myself. I had avoided exploring anything in the vaginal area for fear of what I
A Guest Blog by Lizanne Pastore PT, MA, COMT Eighty percent of the bodily changes occurring during pregnancy happen in the first trimester! Isn’t
Postpartum recovery can be tough, even for physical therapists. This article shares personal experiences and practical advice to help you heal your body and regain strength after childbirth.
The relationship between urinary incontinence (UI), pelvic floor disorders, and vaginal birth is a hot topic. Popular magazines and some scientific journals claim that vaginal
When you were pregnant, everyone joined you in counting down the days, weeks, and months until your baby would be born. Now that your little
If you’ve never been pregnant, it’s likely you’ve spent little time thinking about your pelvic floor. A healthy pelvic floor can prepare you for a great pregnancy and a safe delivery, and it can prevent a host of problems that may occur after childbirth.