Let's Talk About Pelvic Girdle Pain

Sinead's Story (and many others like it) was the inspiration for the podcast. The differences she experienced between her pregnancies, the support of the pelvic partnership and her subsequent experience is the reason we do what we do. Every experience is entirely unique and there is no one size fits all approach to pelvic girdle pain. But you can hear the difference between Sinead's first and second pregnancies. We are very grateful to her for sharing her experience. This is a repeat story but we wanted to share in this season as it fits perfectly. --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/letstalkaboutpgp/message

Rosey Davidson is an author, speaker and founder of Just Chill Baby sleep, an infant sleep consultancy supporting families to get better sleep. Rosey has experienced pelvic girdle pain for over 10 years, and is on a journey to recovery. Rosey is interested in all aspects of health and takes a holistic approach to wellbeing – maternal & paternal mental health, fitness and wellbeing are areas of particular interest. She is a campaigner for childhood for the NSPCC and aims to support and empower parents everywhere. You can find Rosey at @just_chill_mama ______________________________________________________THANK YOU so much for listening to our little podcast

Lauren is a mum of one and lover of animals. Pre Pelvic Girdle Pain, she was a very busy self-employed hairdresser. Lauren would train and exercise her two horses daily as well as walk her dog and compete with horses most weekends. Lauren's life has changed a lot since having pgp, which she is still recovering from and is slowly returning to the life she loves. You find Lauren @horsesandhair ___________________________________THANK YOU so much for listening to our little podcast

To all the mums, however that looks for you. This is a reminder to be kind to yourself and remember you need care too ❤️ --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/letstalkaboutpgp/message

Lucinda is a wife and mother of one with lived experience of PGP. Lucinda works in an office based role and, prior to having her daughter, went to the gym several times a week until her experience during pregnancy. She is now unsure about plans to have more children due to her pelvic girdle pain experience. _____________________________________________________________________ THANK YOU so much for listening to our little podcast

Yvonne is a mother of one, with lived experience of Pelvic Girdle Pain. She is a midwife of 30 years and has a huge passion to help others on their pgp journey. Yvonne brings both personal and professional experience in her role as a midwife and talks about how, at one point, she didn't think she would return to midwifery due to pgp. We are very grateful to have Yvonne as our first guest on Season 2 of the podcast. _______________________________________________________________________ THANK YOU so much for listening to our little podcast

Welcome back! This trailer is the start of season 2. Season 2 is going to share your stories of Pelvic Girdle Pain. Nothing compares with lived experience. We want you to know that you are not alone. Each episode covers a personal story of Pelvic Girdle Pain. There is wisdom, tears, anger, energy, resolve, power and a collective movement towards support, information, treatment and knowledge. Listen with an open heart, and if you'd like to share your own story of PGP please message us through one of the routes below. Thank you! ____________________________________________________________________ THANK YOU so much for listening to our little podcast

Accessing support / treatment for Pelvic Girdle Pain can be costly, especially if it is not available via your NHS Trust. The Frederick Andrew Trust is a charity, founded in 1922, to support women with financial grants, following an illness or injury. You can access the FACT website at the following link https://www.frederickandrewtrust.org/ You can also check https://www.hcpc-uk.org/ for a list of registered therapists, which are approved by FACT. We hope this information is useful. Do get in touch if you would like to update us on your success or otherwise in obtaining a grant. --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/letstalkaboutpgp/message

Co-host Angeline O'Connor reads her winning Essay. In October, last year, Angeline wrote an essay about her experiences of PGP. The essay won the Heather Trickey award (joint with the Pelvic Partnership). This prize encourages work reflecting the contribution and commitment of the late Dr. Heather Trickey to finding common ground in the field of women's reproductive health and women's rights. By bringing together those of differing perspectives, it will develop innovative, practical policy solutions to difficult problems. Heather Trickey was an academic, charity worker, Quaker and poet who worked with energy and enthusiasm to find common ground in the fields of women's reproductive health and women's rights. You can read more about the Heather Trickey Essay prize here: https://heathertrickeyprize.org/ We hope you enjoy this essay, inspired by Heather's work. --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/letstalkaboutpgp/message

Jen Campbell reads the Pelvic Partnership's winning essay. In October last year, Jen Campbell and Sarah Fishburn from the Pelvic Partnership wrote an essay about pgp, the common misconceptions, and lack of support available for this debilitating condition. The essay won the Heather Trickey Essay prize award (joint with Angeline). This prize encourages work reflecting the contribution and commitment of the late Dr Heather Trickey to finding common ground in the field of women's reproductive health and women's rights. By bringing together those of differing perspectives, it will develop innovative, practical policy solutions to difficult problems. Heather Trickey was an academic, charity worker, Quaker and poet who worked with energy and enthusiasm to find common ground in the fields of women's reproductive health and women's rights. You can read more about the Heather Trickey essay prize here: https://heathertrickeyprize.org/ We hope you enjoy this essay, inspired by Heather's work. --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/letstalkaboutpgp/message

Welcome to the Let's Talk About Pelvic Girdle Pain Podcast Episode 10. With Angeline firmly on board Philippa and Angeline bust out and put to rest a few common myths about PGP. Because, its not your hormones and it won't necessarily go when the baby arrives (although there is about a 90% chance it will). We are hurtling towards Season 2 and we've decided to dedicate this season to those with lived experience of pelvic girdle pain. This season will be your stories, to if you have a story about PGP you would like to share please get in touch - all links below. We would love to hear from you. Enjoy! We also share the Pelvic Partnerships important volunteer helpline number; 01235 820921. Thank you so much for listening to our little podcast

Introducing my new co-host the wonderful Angeline. After the success of Angeline's story in episode 8, when we received more messages than ever, I asked and she agreed to become co-host of the podcast. This episode is a short and sweet episode to explain where we are heading, why we are going that way and a little about our future plans. We also share the Pelvic Partnerships important volunteer helpline number; 01235 820921. Thank you so much for listening to our little podcast

*Trigger warning: thoughts of suicide.   This episode is Angeline's personal experience of Pelvic Girdle Pain.  Angeline had PGP in both pregnancies is, even now experiencing pain after her second.  Being the incredible woman she is she has shared this raw and vulnerable account of her lowest of lows, the help she wasn't given when she asked for it, and how she eventually found a way forwards.   Determined to help others, Angeline is one of the trustees of The (wonderful) Pelvic Partnership, and is now strong enough to share her story widely so that she can make a difference for others.  Her passion and drive shines through in this episode - and if you listen to just one episode of the podcast please make it this one.   You can find and follow Angeline's story at her instagram account here pgpandme or email her on pgpandme@outlook.com. As ever if you are suffering I recommend The Pelvic Partnership as your first port of call, they have a helpline, a free downloadable book, a Facebook group so that you know you are not alone and a recommended list of practitioners that can help.    If you have a story you would like to share or a question you would like answered DM me at instagram.com/letstalkaboutpelvicgirdlepain Lastly I would like to say a huge thank you to Angeline for sharing so openly.   Philippa  x --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/letstalkaboutpgp/message

Is there a difference between SPD and PGP, if so, what? These two terms are so often used interchangeably that it can be confusing for all. Lets clear up some of the confusion in this short mini cast! If you would like to connect with me or contribute to the podcast DM me on Instagram @letstalkaboutpelvicgirdlepain Links To read the Royal College Of Obstetricians and Gynaecologists excellent short but informative leaflet on pelvic girdle pain click here For the Pelvic Partnerships list of recommended practitioners click here --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/letstalkaboutpgp/message

In this episode finally I get to do my first long awaited interview.  Kelly McLaughlin is a wonderful Chiropractor with a focus on family care.  She runs courses on chiropractic in pregnancy and is one of the founders of Hayley and Kelly.  Hayley and Kelly was formed over cocktails, their vision truly offers something for everyone offering a unique mix of parenting support, revival retreats and courses on pregnancy for practitioners.  Kelly kindly agreed to be my first interviewee and during this podcast we chat through two important subjects relating to pelvic girdle pain.  The first is the use of the words common and normal - with an emphasis on what they really mean and how when we change our language we change the meaning.  The second is about the very popular but often understood Webster technique.   I loved doing this interview, so much that I completely forgot to do the outro but luckily Kelly is entirely forgiving and I was going to edit but when I heard it back I quite liked the authenticity.  So I hope you enjoy it as much as I did!  As ever if you enjoy the podcast please follow us rate, review and share with your friends.   I'd love to hear from you so DM me at the Let's Talk About Pelvic Girdle Pain Instagram Page or send me a voicenote  Philippa  To hear more about Hayley and Kelly or attend Kellys practice I have included her links below.   And I hope you enjoy this podcast as much as I did.   Hayley and Kelly; For Revival Retreats, Pregnancy courses for chiropractors or to join the pregnancy forum click here.   Or see Kelly at her practice in Reading here - Dynamic Family Chiropractic  --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/letstalkaboutpgp/message

In this episode we chat about ways to roll over in bed and I chat a little bit about self care (after realising I wasn't following my own advice) which will hopefully inspire you to do all the things I didn't.  I know, I really should know better.   The link to my first 'rolling over in bed' YouTube video is here; bit.ly/PGPbedroll - please subscribe, use and share and give me feedback on whether it works for you.  There will be more videos soon.   For those that want to join the Let's Talk About Pelvic Girdle Pain group you can search and request - I can also create a personalised link for you.  Thank you so much for listening and supporting the podcast, I'm loving creating the episodes and the feedback is wonderful.   This podcast is built around you, so if you have a question please, please DM me on @letstalkaboutpelvicgirdlepain, and I'll do my absolute bt to answer it in a future episode! Useful links: the pelvic partnership list of recommend therapists - http://pelvicpartnership.org.uk/list-of-recommended-practitioners/es And last but definitely not least I'd love to take this opportunity (belatedly I know) to wish you a Happy New Year and a wonderful 2022.   Thank you again.  Philippa --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/letstalkaboutpgp/message

In this episode I am going to gently introduce Pelvic Girdle Pain.   We will talk in very basic terms about what it is, why there is such varied information out there and a little about how it may feel for you.  The aim of this episode is to help you to recognise PGP if you see of experience it.  And to give you actions you can take now that may help.   Please remember this podcast is for information only and does not constitute medical advice.   --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/letstalkaboutpgp/message

The pelvis is incredible, and incredibly stable,  but I know if you currently have Pelvic Girdle Pain you might be feeling anything but. So one of the first things I love to share with people is the underlying structure of the pelvis.   For those more visual or kinaesthetic learners (or just if you would like a little more detail) here is the YouTube link of the anatomy of the pelvis I promised you https://youtu.be/yK-8ZwLFarc, and a link to physio-pedia about the pelvis https://www.physio-pedia.com/Piriformis This link is to the incredible charity - The Pelvic Partnership so that if you need it you can get help now - https://pelvicpartnership.org.uk.  The Pelvic Partnership ebook is a fabulous guide and they also have a list of recommended practitioners experienced in the treatment of pelvic girdle pain.   Getting to know your body can be the first step in your healing journey, and I hope this helps.  If you liked this episode please rate, review and follow the podcast. And thank you for your support, it means the world.   --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/letstalkaboutpgp/message

A Tale of Two (very different) Pregnancies (Personal Story; Pelvic Girdle Pain; Chiropractic; Choices; Fitness) I lost my voice shortly before recording this episode. And as I couldn't guarantee I'd get through a whole episode I've chosen to share the wonderful Sinead's Story of Pelvic Girdle Pain and two very different pregnancies. This is a tale of two very different pregnancies. And an example of how pelvic girdle pain, when managed well, can differ between pregnancies. Sinead is the first of many inspirations for this podcast, and recorded this so beautifully that despite the fact that we have recorded an interview since I've returned to her solo story as it's so authentically her. As ever, please feel free to share your stories, connect, and Lets Talk About PGP. Philippa --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/letstalkaboutpgp/message

During this episode I will delve a bit into how the podcast came about and why I think it is so incredibly important to TALK about Pelvic Girdle Pain.  I share a bit about me, and we explore a bit about the podcast. I will always emphasise that pelvic girdle pain is treatable for the majority... as I think this is such an important message. This podcast is built around you, so if you have a question please, please DM me on @letstalkaboutpelvicgirdlepain, and I'll do my absolute best to answer it in a future episode! Useful links: the pelvic partnership list of recommend therapists - http://pelvicpartnership.org.uk/list-of-recommended-practitioners/ --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/letstalkaboutpgp/message

Its the Trailer! I'm even excited to record the trailer. This explains a little about my plan for the 'Lets Talk About Pelvic Girdle Pain' Podcast. So you've been told you have pgp, so now what? With lots of confusing messages out there I have dedicated this podcast to pregnancy related pelvic pain Each week we cover a different aspect of PGP. I'm your host, philippa, and as well as hearing my voice I will be inviting other professionals and most importantly, you will hear the voices of those with first hand experience of PGP. For the majority Pregnancy related pelvic girdle pain is absolutely treatable, if you have the right information and support. Thank you for listening! We would love to hear your experience of pelvic girdle pain, you can message the show on this link! --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/letstalkaboutpgp/message