Empower Your Pelvis

I had the opportunity to sit down with Donna and Kelsey from The Counseling Collaborative and I wish I had done it sooner. These two are amazing and what they are proving to people is magical. To find more out about them, check out their website at: www.thecounselingco.com or follow them on Instagram at @thecounselingco For more info on a postpartum group for moms, CLICK HERE: https://www.thecounselingco.com/purchase/p/her-postpartum-journey

My business coach, Greg Todd, has changed my mind and my life. I am so excited to have him on the show. Tune into his upcoming challenge he is having to find out more: http://www.raiseyourincomechallenge.com

Dr. Amanda Fisher, PT, DPT and Dr. Kelly Alhooie, PT, DPT were together during one of their business mastermind weekends and decided to hop on the mic and chat all things happening in their world. Dr. Amanda just launched her pelvic health membership site: https://empoweryourpelvis.mykajabi.com/email-capture and Dr. Kelly is 4 weeks away from her pelvic health business retreat: www.pelvibiz.com Listen in to hear more!

The Empower Your Pelvis team had a continuing education a few weeks ago and wanted to chat about what we learned with you all. We hope you enjoy!! If you are interested in joining our Empower Your Pelvis Membership site, click HERE: https://empoweryourpelvis.mykajabi.com/email-capture

This week we sat down with Kelley and Bailey from Serenity Sleepers. I enjoyed this message so much. I had so many questions personally and overall thinking about pelvic floor health. Life runs smoother when you are getting the sleep you need and deserve, especially on this journey through parenthood. Kelley Thompson is a certified pediatric sleep consultant, mom of 3, and a former elementary school teacher. She established Serenity Sleepers 7+ years ago when trying to help her own sweet child sleep better when faced with a variety of medical challenges. Kelley's first hand experience living through sleep deprivation guides her passion for helping families improve their sleep journeys and understanding the importance of healthy sleep foundations.⠀ Bailey Garcia, MOT, OTR/L is a trained and licensed Occupational therapist since 2011 who has dedicated her career to the field of pediatrics. Bailey has gained a vast knowledge of childhood development and ways to facilitate growth through the usage of practical play skills. She is passionate about helping parents generate ideas and find information to help make child development (and sleep) less of a mystery. Bailey is also a mother of 2. If you want to learn more about Serenity Sleepers, please check them out here: www.serenitysleepers.com Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/serenitysleepers/. or handle: @serenitysleepers Serenity Sleepers Sleep Squad Facebook group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/2116556588586419 The Complete Guide to Sleep Regressions: Newborn through 36 Months (Use the code: HAPPYSLEEP to get $20 off the guide): https://www.serenitysleepers.com/sleep-regressions-course

This week we got the chance to chat with Megan Culbertson from Megan's Yoga Tribe. She is a wife, mother of 4, entrepreneur, life/ business coach and yoga instructor. Megan's positivity is infectious and she pours into her clients. To join Megan's Yoga Tribe go here: https://createandlivealifeyoulove.com/register/online-yoga-barre-pilates-studio/ Use referral code: EMPOWER when you decide to join! $25 a month and worth every single penny!

We sat down with Jane, co-founder of Anya, an amazing support website and supplements for postpartum moms. Jane herself went through her own struggles in her postpartum journey and shares them and how Anya came along. IG: @thisis.anya Website: https://thisisanya.com Use code: AMANDAF15 for a percentage off!

This week I got to sit down with Denielle Finkelstein, Co-Founder & President of TOP the organic project. She is a fabulous woman and TOP is seriously, one of my favorite companies. They are amazing! And I am excited to see what their future holds! You can find out more about TOP here: https://toporganicproject.com Follow them on Instagram: @toporganicproject Use code EYP25 for 25% off your order!!

This week, I, Amanda, was interviewed by Christina Paxton, Postpartum Dietician on Instagram via IG Live. Listen in to learn all the things regrading pelvic health throughout the prenatal and postpartum months. Sign up for our 12 Days of Pelvismas to go over all things pelvic health AND do the daily exercises for a chance to WIN fabulous products! Sign up here: https://www.empoweryourpelvis.com/new-products/12-days-of-pelvismas

This week we did a quick Instagram Live with Dr. Amanda Olson, DPT, PT from Intimate Rose. She is in a hard spot with Amazon wanting to categorize her products, products we have our patients use DAILY as Adult content and not as medical devices. Take a quick listen to this episode and then SIGN the petition and email Jeff@amazon.com. Petition: https://www.change.org/p/our-health-is-at-risk-here-s-how-you-can-help-1in3andme/u/29754274?__s=wmuunhssafttoxsdtyzk&utm_source=drip&utm_medium=email&utm_campaign=We+Need+Your+Help Intimate Rose (use code AMANDA4 for $5 Off): https://www.intimaterose.com Instagram: @intimaterose

This week we had a chance to sit down with Dr. Erica Magruder, DPT, one of our fabulous pelvic floor physical therapists at Empower Your Pelvis. Erica is a mom of two beautiful kiddos and has been to pelvic floor PT a few times. Listen to how pelvic floor PT truly changed her life. Empower Your Pelvis website: www.empoweryourpelvis.com Empower Your Pelvis Instagram: @empower.your.pelvis Instagram: @erica.magruder.dpt Visual learner? Watch us on YouTube:

This week we had a chance to sit down with Carson Stilson from one of my favorite companies, Squatty Potty. Carson is the Creative Director of Squatty Potty. He's been involved with the company since 2014. He loves flying airplanes, spending time his little family and a good poop joke. If you are wanting to purchase a Squatty Potty, CLICK HERE! Squatty Potty's website: https://www.squattypotty.com Instagram: @squattypotty Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/squattypotty Squatty Potty Unicorn commercial: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=YbYWhdLO43Q How To Poop Faster Than An Olympian: https://youtu.be/EbnL5VsxsWc

This week we had a chance to sit down with a doula, Heidi Mills from Bloc Births, and chatted all the things prenatal and postpartum from prepping the tissue, stats on using a doula vs. not using a doula and why you should know all the things prior to childbirth. Heidi's Bio: Heidi Mills is a certified birth doula and owner of Bloc Births. After a few years of experience working in newborn care and with women during pregnancy, she realized the gap of care in the American healthcare system that often does not fulfill the emotional and physical support families need during the childbirth experience. Her goal as a doula is to provide inclusive and evidence-based support amongst a variety of birth experiences that families can use to flourish during this big life event. Heidi's website: https://blocbirths.com For every purchase, she gives a percentage towards her scholarship fund for women to receive doula services.

Hi there, I'm Haley Wrisinger, Doctor of Chiropractic at Evergreen. Through my military service of a mostly male dominated unit, I have realized the importance of supporting women through their journey of life and motherhood.I am a true believer in chiropractic as it helped me to continue to cheer in college, regulate my cycles after coming off of birth control of over 12+ years, and has helped calm my anxiety naturally. I am blessed to be able to serve families everyday at Evergreen and educate on how chiropractic care can help them too! In this week's episode, We will be joined by Dr. Haley Wrisinger, Doctor of Chiropractic at Evergreen. Through her military service of a mostly male dominated unit, she has realized the importance of supporting women through their journey of life and motherhood.She is a true believer in chiropractic as it helped her to continue to cheer in college, regulate her cycles after coming off of birth control of over 12+ years, and has helped calm her anxiety naturally. She is blessed to be able to serve families everyday at Evergreen and educate on how chiropractic care can help them too! In this episode, we talked about how the body changes during pregnancy and postpartum and how chiropractic care can be beneficial for all phases of life...and so much more!!! Sign up for the Five-day challenge Spark It Up in the Bedroom Here: https://empoweryourpelvis.mykajabi.com/offers/ZYDUV3AR Reach out to us: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/empower.your.pelvis/ Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/c/EmpowerYourPelvis/videos Website:https://www.empoweryourpelvis.com/ Check out the below! As a small business, word of mouth goes a long way. If you had a positive experience at Empower Your Pelvis, we would love for you to share this with your friends on Google by clicking HERE

In this week's episode, We will be joined by Amy Slater. Amy is a Practitioner of Functional Diagnostic Nutrition and a Fellow of Applied Functional Science through the Gray Institute. Helping others find freedom through nutrition and movement is her passion. As with persons dedicated to a field of study, she is passionate about learning and furthering my education. During the past 16 years, she has worked as a personal trainer. Her mission is to help moms to be and moms live their best life by identifying root causes of dysfunction, establishing a proactive preventative lifestyle, and feeding themselves and their kids the best quality nutrients. In this episode, we talked about how the body changes after pregnancy. The stages of motherhood. The struggles every mother keeps to themselves. How to change your mindset about stress? Can food drive your stress reaction? It takes time, consistency, and diligence to heal. How to educate your child on food nutrients? You cannot stop the stress reaction, you just gotta handle them. Sign up for the Five-day challenge Spark It Up in the Bedroom Here: https://empoweryourpelvis.mykajabi.com/offers/ZYDUV3AR Reach out to us: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/empower.your.pelvis/ Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/c/EmpowerYourPelvis/videos Website:https://www.empoweryourpelvis.com/ Check out the below! As a small business, word of mouth goes a long way. If you had a positive experience at Empower Your Pelvis, we would love for you to share this with your friends on Google by clicking HERE

In this week's episode, I will be joined by Dr. Laura Parks. Dr. Parks specializes in women's health including obstetric and gynecologic care. She focuses her practice on the treatment and diagnosis of adult gynecologic conditions including menstrual disorders, menorrhagia, amenorrhea, sexually transmitted infections, benign ovarian masses, fibroid tumors, and dysfunctional uterine bleeding. She utilizes minimally invasive and laparoscopic techniques for common and rare OBYGN procedures. In this episode, we talked about what type of Women she helps. The importance of prenatal and postnatal for mother and baby. How can we control teenage pregnancy? How to ease tampon pains and other menstruation issues? The anatomy of the body. The postpartum care, and tips for the recovery process. Sign up for the Five-day challenge Spark It Up in the Bedroom Here: https://empoweryourpelvis.mykajabi.com/offers/ZYDUV3AR Reach out to us: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/empower.your.pelvis/ Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/c/EmpowerYourPelvis/videos Website:https://www.empoweryourpelvis.com/ Check out the below! As a small business, word of mouth goes a long way. If you had a positive experience at Empower Your Pelvis, we would love for you to share this with your friends on Google by clicking HERE

In this episode, we talk to you about Painful sexual intercourse. How to resolve your dry orgasm? The myth of alcohol during sexual intercourse. What helps to lengthen your vagina and prepare the tissue? How positive affirmation helps? You need to open up with your partner through constant communication and love language. Sign up for the Five-day challenge Spark It Up in the Bedroom Here: https://empoweryourpelvis.mykajabi.com/offers/AHfzNzHk Spark it Up Challenge VIP: https://empoweryourpelvis.mykajabi.com/offers/andpEHco FREE Guide for Pelvic Pain: https://upbeat-artist-9022.ck.page/75106bddb3 Additional Resources: Reach out to us: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/empower.your.pelvis/ Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/c/EmpowerYourPelvis/videos Website: https://www.empoweryourpelvis.com/

In this week's episode, I will be joined by Michal Vande Kamp, MS, RD, LD. Michal is a registered dietitian that works with women that are struggling with gut or hormone issues. She uses a functional nutrition approach by looking at nutrition, lifestyle, and functional testing. In this episode, we talked about sleep deprivation and postpartum depression. Healthy food eating for Moms. The healing from your pregnancy journey. What are the causes of chronic constipation you may be missing? What are the reasons why you feel bloated all the time? Can stress upset your hormones? Sign up for the Five-day challenge Spark It Up in the Bedroom Here: https://empoweryourpelvis.mykajabi.com/offers/ZYDUV3AR Additional Resources: Reach out to Michal: Instagram:@nutrition_with_michal Reach out to us: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/empower.your.pelvis/Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/c/EmpowerYourPelvis/videosWebsite: https://www.empoweryourpelvis.com/

In this week's episode, I will be joined by Megan Hereth. Megan is a Doctor of Physical Therapy who was pregnant and delivered her first child during the COVID pandemic. She talks about her birthing experience from breaking her tailbone to CrossFit training during pregnancy. In this episode, we talked about What is a diastasis recti procedure? Should you modify exercise/performance goals during a pregnancy? How was it for her to have an early birth during the COVID pandemic? How to find a circle that will support you through the stages of pregnancy? How was her postpartum recovery? Giving credit to what our pelvic muscles are capable of! Take care of your pelvic health sooner rather than later. Additional Resources: Reach out to us: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/empower.your.pelvis/Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/c/EmpowerYourPelvis/videosWebsite:https://www.empoweryourpelvis.com/

In this episode, Amanda goes solo to talk to you about their Flatten Your Shelf-5 Day C-section Challenge. She will explain what they do in the challenge. Who is the challenge for? How can the challenge help you? What happens during a C-section? Lastly, a testimonial from a past challenger. Additional Resources: Reach out to us: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/empower.your.pelvis/Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/c/EmpowerYourPelvis/videosWebsite:https://www.empoweryourpelvis.com/

In this episode, we talk to you about Booking random air BnBs and traveling. Scheduling vacation more to unwind every 90 days. Embrace your free time and recharge to serve at your highest level. Take time off to get away from everything. Your pelvic health will thank you! Sign up for the Five-day challenge Spark It Up in the Bedroom Here: https://empoweryourpelvis.mykajabi.com/offers/ZYDUV3AR Additional Resources: Reach out to us: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/empower.your.pelvis/Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/c/EmpowerYourPelvis/videosWebsite:https://www.empoweryourpelvis.com/

In this week's episode, I will be joined by Rachel Maine. She works as a sex coach and educator through an online platform. She holds free workshops and masterclasses as well as offers group coaching programs and individual coaching- both of which help you discover what brings you pleasure so you can live a more fulfilled sexual life! In this episode, we talked about What are our thoughts on pleasure? What does it mean to schedule sex out or intimacy? Emojis can be your best friend! What's the difference between men and women with intimacy? Using clitoral stimulation to heal during postpartum. Tips for pleasuring yourself. Sign up for the Five-day challenge Spark It Up in the Bedroom Here: https://empoweryourpelvis.mykajabi.com/offers/ZYDUV3AR Additional Resources: Reach out to Rachel: Instagram:@the_rachel_maineWebsite: https://www.wellnesssexpertise.com/ Reach out to us: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/empower.your.pelvis/Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/c/EmpowerYourPelvis/videosWebsite:https://www.empoweryourpelvis.com/

In this episode, we talk to you about What is dry needling? What is the difference between needling and acupuncture? New favorite thing is my peloton believe it or not. Taking my gut health seriously! Teaching in our C-section challenge. Teaching about the myths of pregnancy in our bump challenge. Sign up for the Five-day challenge Spark It Up in the Bedroom Here: https://empoweryourpelvis.mykajabi.com/offers/ZYDUV3AR Additional Resources: Reach out to us: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/empower.your.pelvis/Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/c/EmpowerYourPelvis/videosWebsite:https://www.empoweryourpelvis.com/

In this week's episode, I will be joined by Ryann Kipping RD. Ryann has helped hundreds of women escape confusing and outdated nutrition information to find a happy, feel-good pregnancy. Simply put, advice to “take a prenatal vitamin” is not enough information anymore. Eating for two people is different from eating for one. Appetite changes, intense cravings, morning sickness, and heartburn comes in winds and you're forced to lean into your body's cues like never before. During pregnancy, you have to eat intentionally and she is here to make it easy for you. Having the “pregnancy glow” is great and all, but feeling that glow (confidence, nourishment, and energy) on the inside is what matters the most for her and her clients. In this episode, we talked about how she found the world of prenatal nutrition? How did she research prenatal Nutrition? When and why did she open her business? We talked about her IOS App. What is the effect of caffeine during pregnancy? Nutritional tips for your pregnancy. Should you limit your sugar intake/ cravings during pregnancy? Sign up for the Five day challenge Spark It Up in the Bedroom Here: https://empoweryourpelvis.mykajabi.com/offers/ZYDUV3AR Additional Resources: Reach out to Ryann: Instagram:@prenatalnutritionistWebsite: https://www.theprenatalnutritionist.com/ Reach out to us: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/empower.your.pelvis/Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/c/EmpowerYourPelvis/videosWebsite:https://www.empoweryourpelvis.com/

In this episode, we talk to you about How we started on this path to pelvic PT? Almost being pulled away from your dream jobs. It's not all a cookie-cutter path. We go into our experience with the pelvic floor that many of you have experienced. Building programs to help you and normalize pelvic health. Sign up for the Five-day challenge Spark It Up in the Bedroom Here: https://empoweryourpelvis.mykajabi.com/offers/ZYDUV3AR Additional Resources: Reach out to us: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/empower.your.pelvis/Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/c/EmpowerYourPelvis/videosWebsite:https://www.empoweryourpelvis.com/

In this week's episode, I will be joined by Sarah Brock IBCLC. With over 4 years of personal breastfeeding experience, ultimately leading her to become an IBCLC, she knows the real-life ins and outs of feeding a baby. From the first days to being a working, pumping mom, to weaning and everything in between. She is passionate about it because she has lived it. In this episode, we talked about what is a lactation consultant? Should partners go with you to breastfeeding training? Can your baby have allergies to breast milk? What is the best Breast pump for you? Breaking down top 3 myths around breastfeeding. What to do if your baby doesn't like the bottle? Breast vs formula which is for you? Seeing the full circle of breastfeeding and pelvic health. Sign up for the Five-day challenge Spark It Up in the Bedroom Here: https://empoweryourpelvis.mykajabi.com/offers/ZYDUV3AR Additional Resources: Reach out to Sarah: Instagram:@nurturelactationkcWebsite: https://nurturelactationkc.com/ Reach out to us: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/empower.your.pelvis/Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/c/EmpowerYourPelvis/videosWebsite:https://www.empoweryourpelvis.com/

In this episode, we talk to you about Starting at an orthopedic clinic and being told you can't be a pelvic floor therapist. The adventure of quitting and starting my business living my dream. Creating a space where both patients and employees love to be at and feel at home. Learning how to pivot and grow during COVID. Pelvic floor therapy is more than just the Pelvic floor. We treat the whole body. Sign up for the Five-day challenge Spark It Up in the Bedroom Here: https://empoweryourpelvis.mykajabi.com/offers/ZYDUV3AR Additional Resources: Reach out to us: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/empower.your.pelvis/Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/c/EmpowerYourPelvis/videosWebsite:https://www.empoweryourpelvis.com/

In this week's episode, I will be joined by Dr. Amanda Olson. She loves being able to work with women to support, guide, and cheer them on towards reaching their personal goals. She is the founder of Intimate Rose Women's Health Products - a destination for hope, answers, solutions, and support. Award-winning, best-selling products such as Dilators, Kegel Exercise Weights, Inositol for PCOS, Boric Acid Suppositories, and more, developed by a doctor who understands. In this episode, we talked about What is the average length of a pelvic floor injury? What was her inspiration for starting Intimate Rose? How did Intimate Rose come up with their wand? What is the mission of Intimate Rose? What challenges has Intimate Rose faced? Number one piece of advice for someone dealing with Pelvic pain! Sign up for the Five-day challenge Spark It Up in the Bedroom Here: https://empoweryourpelvis.mykajabi.com/offers/ZYDUV3AR Additional Resources: Reach out to Amanda: Instagram:@intimateroseWebsite: https://www.intimaterose.com/ Reach out to us: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/empower.your.pelvis/Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/c/EmpowerYourPelvis/videosWebsite:https://www.empoweryourpelvis.com/

In this episode, we talk to you about Why we started this podcast and where our inspiration came from? Finding your mentor leading to your growing passion. Knowing our calling in life to help the pelvic health community. This podcast is to be a platform for us to dive deep into the questions you send us on Instagram or via email. Lastly, we want to normalize looking for help with your pelvic floor. Sign up for the Five-day challenge Spark It Up in the Bedroom Here: https://empoweryourpelvis.mykajabi.com/offers/ZYDUV3AR Additional Resources: Reach out to us: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/empower.your.pelvis/Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/c/EmpowerYourPelvis/videosWebsite:https://www.empoweryourpelvis.com/

In this week's episode, I will be joined by Dr. Jordin Wiggins. Jordin is a Naturopathic Doctor, entrepreneur, women's sexual health disruptor, and author. She is revolutionizing the way we deliver, educate, and talk about sexual health, wellness, and pleasure for women. In this episode, we talked about did you know 1-2 women have sexual issues? What does mismatched libido between partners mean? What plays a role in you being ready to have sex? Advice for postpartum women returning to intercourse. What signs to pay attention to when to get your hormones looked at? Biggest tip of all: Schedule it! Sign up for the Five-day challenge Spark It Up in the Bedroom Here: https://empoweryourpelvis.mykajabi.com/offers/ZYDUV3AR Additional Resources: Reach out to Jordin: Instagram:@drjordinwigginsWebsite: https://www.thepleasurecollective.com/ Reach out to us: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/empower.your.pelvis/Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/c/EmpowerYourPelvis/videosWebsite:https://www.empoweryourpelvis.com/

Welcome to the Empower Your Pelvis Podcast. Do you pee your pants when you sneeze, laugh, or cough? What about with running, jumping or lifting? Or are you feeling pain with intercourse? Dull or sharp, either type of pain is not acceptable and should be improved ASAP. Maybe you are dealing with the “mommy pooch” and just can't seem to figure out how to reconnect the lower part of your core yet. Sign up for the Five-day challenge Spark It Up in the Bedroom Here: https://empoweryourpelvis.mykajabi.com/offers/ZYDUV3AR Reach out to us: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/empower.your.pelvis/Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/c/EmpowerYourPelvis/videosWebsite:https://www.empoweryourpelvis.com/