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Education for Empowering women to take the steps to Health and Healing. We talk about women's health issues and practical ways for you to find healing! As a Physical Therapist, I have specialized in women’s health over the past 20 years. I have walked in your shoes and I have taken many classes. I have seen many patients and shared in the ups and downs and reality of doing life together! I want to help you gain confidence, strength, health and wholeness! I want to walk with you as a coach to achieve your goals!

Heather Marra, PT, MPT, CAPP


    • Feb 25, 2021 LATEST EPISODE
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    "I don't want to tear!" Preparing your Pelvic Floor for delivery.

    Play Episode Listen Later Feb 25, 2021 11:47


    Birth Preparation can help minimize tearing in delivery. In this episode learn about your anatomy, diaphragmatic breathing, perineal massage, and various birthing positions. Preparing for delivery can impact your experience. For more information, get Heather's book, Connecting With Your Body Throughout Pregnancy, available on Amazon or https://linktr.ee/onesimplesteptoday

    Traveler's Constipation

    Play Episode Listen Later Feb 9, 2021 6:02


    Have you suffered from constipation while on vacation? It's very uncomfortable. Understanding the causes and taking some intentional steps can relieve the constipation. In this episode, learn how movement, fiber, water and squatty potty can help counter constipation. For more information, go to www.onesimplestep.today

    Nighttime urination: Nocturia. How many times is normal?

    Play Episode Listen Later Jan 25, 2021 8:42


    You've probably had those nights that you've lost track of how many trips to the bathroom! In this episode learn the healthy frequency, questions to ask yourself, and ways to delay the urge to urinate at night. For more information, go to: www.onesimplestep.today #onesimplesteptoday

    2nd Trimester: Symptoms, Changes, and what to expect.

    Play Episode Listen Later Jan 6, 2021 16:13


    2nd trimester is months 4, 5, 6 in pregnancy. Often this is characterized by more energy compared to 1st trimester. In this episode, 2nd trimester symptoms such as round ligament pain, constipation, swelling, and sleeping positions are discussed. For more information, go to www.onesimplestep.today.

    Let's discuss Mammograms!

    Play Episode Listen Later Dec 3, 2020 5:39


    Mammograms are usually ordered by your OBGYN after age 40. Knowing what to expect and how to prepare may ease your apprehension about having a mammogram. In this episode, I share my personal experiences about my recent 3D mammogram. Ladies, take care of yourself!

    Stress Incontinence: causes, symptoms, tips and treatment.

    Play Episode Listen Later Nov 17, 2020 11:41


    Stress Incontinence affects up to 1 in 3 women. The unwanted loss of urine can be embarrassing, frustrating and inconvenient. In this episode, we discuss the connection between the pelvic floor and incontinence symptoms and Kegels. Simple ways to improve your health. For more information, go to www.onesimplestep.today.

    Bladder Habits for Better Bladder Health.

    Play Episode Listen Later Nov 7, 2020 12:05


    November is Bladder Health Awareness Month, so in this episode we will explore the 5 F's. Frequency, Flow, Fluids, Foods, and Freedom can impacts your bladder habits. You will learn how to be aware of your bladder habits and make improvements so you don't let your bladder control you. For more information, go to www.onesimplestep.today.

    Scar massage after C-section or Vaginal Delivery

    Play Episode Listen Later Oct 20, 2020 7:15


    Scar massage is important after delivery as the body does a great job of healing. However, in postpartum, sometimes this can lead to pain due to decreased scar mobility. In this episode, the importance of scar massage is discussed and tips provided. For more information on women's health topics, go to www.onesimplestep.today.

    I love coffee, but....what about my bladder?

    Play Episode Listen Later Oct 1, 2020 8:37


    Love for coffee is real, but how does it affect your bladder and bowel health? In this episode, learn about how coffee affects you and some simple steps to enjoy your coffee and still be healthy! Go to www.onesimplestep.today for additional resources about bladder and bowel health.

    Freezer Meal Tips for New Moms

    Play Episode Listen Later Oct 1, 2020 7:39


    Preparing food for after delivery is important. Listen to this episode for freezer meal tips with ways to partial prep meals. Meat, veggies and fruits are discussed as well. For more information, visit www.onesimplestep.today

    What to wear to Pelvic Floor Therapy? What to expect at my first visit?

    Play Episode Listen Later Sep 10, 2020 8:56


    What to wear is an important question when you are preparing for your first pelvic floor physical therapy appointment. Included in this episode are some tips for clothes and shoes. Additionally, what to expect at your first visit will have ease your fears and give you confidence.

    Sex after Baby| Why wait? What's happened to the pelvic floor?

    Play Episode Listen Later Sep 10, 2020 10:43


    Sex After Baby, you may have questions and in this episode, answers and tips are discussed. Included are reasons why you need to wait, why is my sex drive decreased, what to do if there's pain with sex. Sex should be pain free and enjoyable. There's help available.

    Postpartum Pelvic Floor Tips, 3 Things TO DO and 3 Things TO AVOID.

    Play Episode Listen Later Sep 5, 2020 9:06


    Reconnecting to your pelvic floor in postpartum is so important. Remembering the basics is a great place to start, especially in the first 6 weeks. In this episode, you'll learn how to breathe and move with your pelvic floor. Also, avoid some activities to prevent hurting your pelvic floor.

    Postpartum Anxiety | What You Need To Know

    Play Episode Listen Later Sep 2, 2020 10:42


    Postpartum Anxiety impacts 10% of New Moms. It can cause a great deal of emotional and physical pain. In this episode, we will explore postpartum anxiety, the causes, potential treatment options, and places for you to get help and support. Be sure to check out www.onesimplestep.today for additional resources to help you deal with Postpartum Anxiety.

    Hydration Doesn't Have To Be Boring | Tips To Stay Hydrated

    Play Episode Listen Later Aug 28, 2020 9:13


    Almost everyone needs more water, but especially pregnant women. In this episode, we will talk about ways to make hydration and water consumption more enjoyable. Especially during pregnancy drinking enough water can be hard, so listen to this episode and get the encouragement and tips you need to keep hydrated.

    3 Tips for a Healthy Bladder!

    Play Episode Listen Later Aug 18, 2020 4:50


    3 Tips for a Healthy Bladder! How are your peeing habits? These 3 questions are discussed: How often do you go? How full is your bladder? What color is your urine? Don't ignore your bladder habits. #onesimplesteptoday

    Childbirth Doula

    Play Episode Listen Later May 27, 2020 20:21


    What is a Doula? Is a Doula and midwife different? In this interview we'll talk with Tiffany Hardegree, @tmhardegree, a Childbirth Doula to answer those questions and more. We'll explore: What is a Doula and what they do? How can a Doula help you if you are pregnant? We'll also provide pregnancy tips for working with a Doula and questions you should ask a Doula. Sit back and enjoy the interview and I hope by the end of this you can answer the question What is a Doula and what do they do! Visit my website for additional resources:   www.onesimplestep.today   Follow on FB - https://www.facebook.com/OneSimpleSte...  Follow on TWT - @simpletoday  Follow on IG - @onesimplesteptoday Thanks for visiting! My online information, emails and products are a resource guide for educational and information purposes only. They are for people looking for more information, not a substitute for working with a licensed medical professional. By viewing this website or YouTube channel you acknowledge that I cannot guarantee any particular results, nor am I supplying medical advice. You follow any information or recommendations on this YouTube channel, website, emails or affiliate sites at your own risk. If you need medical advice, please seek it immediately from a qualified medical professional. Your use of this site and the resources are subject to our terms and conditions.

    Treatments for Heavy Bleeding During Periods | Endometrial Ablation for Heavy Bleeding? Personal Reflections

    Play Episode Listen Later May 10, 2020 8:52


    Many women suffer from heavy bleeding during periods, in fact 1 in 3 women describe their periods as heavy. There are many Treatments for Heavy Bleeding During Periods, one of those is Endometrial ablation. In this episode, I share my personal journey of choosing the treatment for my heavy bleeding. I explain the decision process, procedure and recovery process. There are many treatment options. Being informed, doing research, asking questions can help anyone make the best decision about their health.

    Tips for Relieving Constipation in Pregnancy

    Play Episode Listen Later May 4, 2020 10:19


    Frustrated by constipation? Over 25% of pregnant women deal with constipation. In this episode, find 6 tips + bonus for finding relief from constipation. In this episode we'll explore the causes of constipation and ways to relieve them during pregnancy. I hope you find this episode helpful as you continue on your pregnancy journey. Be sure to like the episode if you found it helpful and share it with a friend! For more resources and information: Visit my website for additional resources: www.onesimplestep.today Follow on FB - https://www.facebook.com/OneSimpleStep Follow on TWT - @simpletoday Follow on IG - @onesimplesteptoday Thanks for visiting! My online information, emails and products are a resource guide for educational and information purposes only. They are for people looking for more information, not a substitute for working with a licensed medical professional. By viewing this website, podcast, or YouTube channel you acknowledge that I cannot guarantee any particular results, nor am I supplying medical advice. You follow any information or recommendations on this YouTube channel, website, emails or affiliate sites at your own risk. If you need medical advice, please seek it immediately from a qualified medical professional. Your use of this site and the resources are subject to our terms and conditions.

    Pregnancy & Delivery During Covid-19 - Interview with Dr. Danielle Kiko

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 25, 2020 26:45


    Pregnancy during COVID-19 can create fear and uncertainty. In this episode, we interview an OBGYN, Dr. Danielle Kiko, who answers your pregnancy and delivery questions as well as concerns about the coronavirus. This interview is here to educate and empower you. Be sure to check out Dr. Kiko's clinc at www.gwhobgyn.com and be sure to leave your comments or questions at www.onesimplestep.today or TWT @simpletoday or YouTube channel: One Simple Step Today. We will do our best to have more interviews, so be sure to submit your questions.

    Pooping Habits

    Play Episode Listen Later Jan 28, 2020 10:17


    Pooping...we all do it, but we don't talk about it. What are good habits? What is harmful to your pelvic floor? Listen and learn helpful tips!

    One Simple Step Today (Trailer)

    Play Episode Listen Later Jan 22, 2020 0:36


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