Podcasts about kegals

How to wash 'down there' + vaginal discharge + recurrent UTIs / thrush + pelvic floor / bladder weakness + devices and trainers + vaginal atrophy / pain + surgery + HRT + lasers / RF + PRP

Kim Vopni is brilliant and she has critical information to share about pelvic health in midlife. We discuss incontinence, prolapse, kegals, topical estrogen, collagen, vaginal atrophy, and more.  She tells us what is normal, what we can improve, and gives us tangible tools to help.  You can find Kim and her buff muff course hereYou can find Kim on instagram here- https://www.instagram.com/vaginacoachHere is her article on Vaginal Estrogen that we discussYou can find Janel online at Mountain Rebalance or on instagram at @mountain.rebalance.janel The Hormone Club- Understand your body and alleviate symptoms. The Energy Club- Metabolism and Blood Sugar and Midlife. This podcast is for midlife women who wants to understand their body better and improve how they function and age. This podcast was inspired by time on the trails with other health expert friends and family, discussing, debating, and ultimately working through loads of health topics that impact our day to day wellness and performance. Janel is a board certified nutrition consultant, a certified functional nutrition and lifestyle practitioner, a doctor of natural medicine, and a lover of the wild. Janel is passionate about helping people understand their body better so they can improve how they function. Work with me one on one or in my group or independent study programsSee podcast episodes on YouTube

In this episode, Mandy and Gillian welcome Doctor of Physical Therapy Tina Patti, a mother herself who specializes in pelvic floor therapy helping her patients with a variety of pelvic floor issues from diastasis recti, urinary incontinence, pelvic pain and sexual dysfunction.  In this episode, Tina explains the importance of addressing these issues and dispels the misconception that they are a normal part of aging or childbirth.  The ladies discuss the importance of posture, hip strength, and abdominal muscles and how they play a role in pelvic floor health, core strength and even glute development!  You will learn how kegel exercises can be effective for strengthening the pelvic floor, but since it is important to do them correctly, you'll also learn some tips and tricks to help you benefit from this exercise.   We know you'll find humor in this fun episode- and if you laugh so hard you pee, you definitely need to listen through to the end!  Make sure to rate, subscribe, and leave us reviews on how much this podcast has helped you

In this episode, we delve into the topic of pelvic floor strength and its importance for becoming better lovers in 2024. We discuss an insightful article from the Cleveland Clinic that sheds light on kegels and optimal vaginal health. To kick things off, we offer three in-depth "pick a charm" tarot love readings for you to choose from. Remember, if a reading doesn't resonate with you, feel free to explore another one. While these readings are general, they are tailored to a specific individual. So, be patient, and your reading will come in due time. And don't forget to leave a review and share the number of kegels you did during the episode as our inside joke. Let's pump that iron, ladies! Charm Tarot Love Readings Pentagram: 00:06:34 2019: 00:19:34 Heart made of Hearts: 00:42:06 Kegals and Vagina Health: 01:05:50 ⚠️ These are performances and for entertainment purposes only. Make Good Decisions www.lovesexandtarot.com lovesexandtarot@gmail.com

What literally EVERY woman needs to know about pelvic floor health, vaginas, kegels and more. Kim Vopni shares with us the things we should already know, but probably don't.Kegals - are you doing them right? Can you have a pelvic floor problem and not know it? What happens to the vagina as you age? What devices/products do you need to have? What complications can happen after birth?The Vagina Coach will give you all the insight that will inspire you to seriously take action.Dive in, and let us know what you think!! I already made my pelvic floor physical therapist appointment!See you in therex Kori----Resources:Kim VopniInstagram: @vaginacoachWebsite: vaginacoach.com (check out the Buff Muff app!)Book: Your Pelvic Floor: A Practical Guide to Solving Your Most Intimate ProblemsInstagram: @themamacultureWebsite: www.themamaculture.comMama, send me a message @korizornes and let me know your takeaways! I'd love to hear from you and your new found passion for your pelvic floor ;)

This week we dive right into unvalidated NBA playoffs takes (my favorite), using condoms, Deion Sanders aka Coach Prime Time and the CU Buffs football team, wild college stories in Boulder, the recent Gervonta "Tank" Davis fight and more! Need advice or have wild story? Leave an anonymous voicemail  or Submit an anonymous listener letterSubscribe to the new YouTube channel! - https://youtube.com/@ToxicTangentzStephan IG: @10toejethrowToxic Tangents IG: @ToxicTangentsPodJulius IG: @lenbiassJulius TikTok: @outindenverSupport the Show: https://buymeacoffee.com/toxictangentsToxicTangents@gmail.com

Have you ever wondered how to strengthen your pelvic floor? As women, our pelvic floor is a central and important area. Whether we've had one baby or five, our pelvic floor supports many organs and crucial areas. Let's talk with Pauline about how to strengthen our pelvic floor without kegels and the importance of strengthening everything postpartum. No Leakage Starter Kit : https://beyondthevwomenshealth.aweb.page/p/096c71b4-4b61-4081-8b18-13827274a7b3 Strengthen Your Pelvic Floor While Cleaning the House: https://beyondthevwomenshealth.aweb.page/p/7eba1ba7-7cc2-4d1f-954b-c30a275bc72f Connect with Pauli: www.beyondthevbypauli.com Instagram: @beyondthev.bypauli

The 3 C's that frequently factor, when I'm talking to women with pelvic floor dysfunction are 1) Comfort - not only of prolapse, but of pessaries and general pelvic cavity comfort. 2) Conditioning - not only how exercise can trigger pelvic floor symptoms, but also how symptoms can be managed (and improved) with effective exercise practice!  3) Confidence - The biggie! Confidence, not only aesthetically, but also more generally. From exploring intimacy and new sexual partners, to confidence out socially, when you're not sure how your pelvic floor might behave (or not!)And the link to receive 20% off my next 6 Week: Transform Your Core & Pelvic Floor is www.FitFannyAdams.com/PODCASTVIP  but Only until April 1st 2023!Which 'C' affects you most? Let me know at sarahjane@FitFannyAdams.com

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Lyn interviews Stacey Trapanese about her experience with healing from breast implant illness and Stacey shares more about what she learned from her experience with this health journey. If you aren't familiar with breast implant illness, Stacey explains more about it as well as talking about integrative medicine. Lyn and Stacey also chat about how the healing process is like peeling layers of an onion and that it requires time and patience.   About Stacey Trapanese: Stacey is a Reiki Master Teacher, Theta Healer, and is currently enrolled in Dr. Stephen Cabral's Integrative Health Practitioner program. Stacey is an extended member of the first Holistic Breast Time. She sends helaing to women who are going through breast explant surgery. Stacey suffered from Breast Implant Illness and advocates for those suffering from the same. She's an educator, minister, counselor and healer. Find her on Instagram @staceytrapanesewellness Listen to her podcast Coffee, Cake and Kegals on iTunes, Spotify, and Google Play.   To learn more about Lyn's Unleash Your Healing Potential Program:  https://heartfirehealingllc.com/wellness-support/ Join Lyn's private FB community for women: https://www.facebook.com/groups/womentakingchargeoftheirhealth2022

LIKE, SUBSCRIBE & FOLLOW us on TikTok & IG: @localfineshit email us for questions or partnerships: localfineshitpodcast@gmail.com Join your favorite unfiltered best friends to talk about what is an open relationship, would you have an open relationship? What are kegels and how to do the kegel exercises and do you prefer the lights on or off during sex? We get off exit 20 and tell y'all how to meet someone without online dating and off of social media. --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/local-fine-shit/message

"I'm too young to have a prolapse" is what I often hear when clients talk to me about their diagnosis. And this is usually shrouded in shame, guilt, fear and a lack of good information about what to do. Prolapse is thought to affect nearly a third of all women, at some point in their lives.  Childbirth, no. and babysize, birth intervention, menopause, chronic constipation, waist: hip ratio and hysterectomy are all risk factors for occurrence, as well as connective tissue disorders and a history of straining, heavy lifting, poor core function etc. Today, I tackle the stigma on this topic and explain more about pelvic organ prolapse (POP), who is likely to be affected, when and most importantly, how we can change our habits and training techniques to better support our pelvic organs. You can access my pelvic floor quick guide at www.FitFannyAdams.com/pelvicfloorAnd if you want to learn more about engaging with all your pelvic floor muscles, The Pelvic Floor Programme is available at www.FitFannyAdams.com/pelvicfloorprogrammePlease please do take a moment to subscribe, rate and review this show, as it really does make a huge difference... and I'd love you connect with me via instagram, facebook or email me: sarahjane@FitFannyAdams.comI really hope you've enjoyed this episode, thank you for listening! 

In today's bonus episode I chat all things Pelvic Floor and Core with B from Core and Floor Restore.We talk in depth about how you can decrease your chance of tearing and decrease pushing time by doing your pelvic floor exercises on the regular. We chat prolapse, C-sections, safe exercise after birth and postpartum tightness. We also delve into pain during sex, and how to know if you’re doing your pelvic floor exercises correctly.Bernadette is a midwife, personal trainer, wife, mother and published author. She has two little boys, having only given birth to her most recent - Aloysius 5 weeks ago. Since 2007 she has worked as a midwife across Australia and overseas in a variety of settings from remote Aboriginal communities to large city hospitals to homebirth. Bernadette has experienced incontinence since she was 19-years-old. In 2016, as part of her preconception care, she finally went and consulted with a women's health physio. She was told to do her kegels, stop running and wait four months before conceiving. She did her kegels and stopped running. She kept leaking. Four months later she became pregnant. We chat about: •Pelvic floor exercises in pregnancy - Did you know by doing them regularly you can decrease your chance of tearing and decrease pushing time? •What you can do in pregnancy to help your pelvic floor •Diastasis recti - what is it? And what we can do to avoid damage •Kegals - How do you do them and are you doing them right? •50% of women will experience prolapse - We discuss what you need to look out for •If you've had a C Section - do you need to worry about your pelvic floor? •What other things besides pregnancy cause pelvic floor problems •Exercise after birth - when can you get back into it? •Postpartum tightness - is this a pelvic floor thing? •Pain with sexual intercourse postpartum •How to release a tight pelvic floor •How to know if you're doing your pelvic floor exercises properly •And so much more! I hope you enjoy this episode! Follow me on Instagram @thepostpartyproject to stay up to date with behind the scenes and future episodes. And follow B for epic pelvic floor health content over at @coreandfloorrestore on instagram.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

If you've got gut problems, have you considered your pelvic floor function? The pelvic floor is a grouping of muscles that encompasses the center of your body and today, Erin brings back to the show Dr. Cristin Zaimes of Oceanside Physical Therapy to discuss all things pelvic floor and why it's so important to our overall health. Cristin is an expert in pelvic floor physiology and brings deep knowledge on the subject. Tune in to hear her highlight how pelvic floor health is about so much more than doing Kegals - our gut, bladder, sexual health, and even breathing can be tied to how well our pelvic floor is functioning. If you've ever experienced leakage when you sneeze or exercise, have experienced back pain when lifting, have any sexual pain or dysfunction, or have gut problems like constipation, diarrhea or even recurring SIBO, this will be a really informative episode for you! In this episode: -Why Erin recently worked with Dr. Cristin Zaimes [7:09] -What the pelvic floor actually is [8:57] -The relation of the diaphragm [10:20] -How to access your pelvic floor muscles [13:31] -Telltale signs you have a pelvic floor dysfunction [16:18] -Trauma, shame & treating the whole person [20:37] -The crossover between the pelvic floor & GI dysfunction [23:21] -Benefits to having a team [31:43] -When health feels like a struggle [37:48] -A game changer for those with chronic SIBO [40:35] -Next steps for finding pelvic floor therapy [46:51] FOR OUR FULL LIST OF LINKS + RESOURCES, HEAD TO: https://www.thefunktionalnutritionist.com/podcast/203-bladder-dysfunction-gut-problems-pelvic-floor-health

This show is long overdue. It's time to have a real talk with our very own personal Vagina Coach Kim Vopni. Links Mentioned in The Show Website: www.vaginacoach.com Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/vaginacoach Books Your Pelvic Floor by Kim Vopni Estrogen Matters by Avrum Brunning MD and Carol Tavris PhD Additional Resources PelvicGuru.com Joylux.com Kegals and Cocktails With Kim Vopni Join The Possibility Backstage Pass 

After all the antics Kanye has finally dropped the long anticipated DONDA was it worth the wait. But waiting in the shadows is that man Drizzy as he has dropped word that his album is on the way not too soon later. We a fetish that might concern the animal community and dabble a bit in the realms of kegal exercises. Its just another day here in the Dojo.

This week the boys talk about Sea Turtles, Trash islands, The Claremont Trotters, Ripe Fruit, Avocado Experts, Corn Squeezing, Sex Fruit, Kegals and Buick Regals, Click Bait vs Dick Bait and more! How to pick the perfect watermelon: https://www.google.com/imgres?imgurl=https://i.redd.it/etg9yi51mc031.jpg&imgrefurl=https://www.reddit.com/r/coolguides/comments/bstsi4/how_to_choose_the_perfect_watermelon/&tbnid=wgDKe8iuzMENFM&vet=1&docid=LVbxeLfw3Xq3pM&w=750&h=743&hl=en&source=sh/x/im Crazy Sailor Man: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=VxthF9o9k0Y Vice: Garbage Island: https://video.vice.com/en_nz/video/garbage-island/563b9c912aab5c416bc75039 Get to the Tips: How to pick the ripest citrus (10:21) Understanding who you don't want to be is just as understanding as who you do (15:35) The life-threatening truth about BBQ brush bristles (23:29) The Jizz tip of the week! (28:34) The DOs and DO NOT DOs of picking basil leaves (32:36) Never be afraid to say the words “I don't know” (37:15) Julian goes through the necessary steps to avoid fake car warranty scams (42:57) Half of your job is your job, the other half is managing relationships (48:30) DEEP ASS TIPS (60:17) Look for Julian's new Autobiography: 101 Jizz stories (My Life as the Jizz Expert), The Jizz Chronicles, Volume 1

Special Links & Show Notes It's a taboo topic no one is really talking about: your vaginal health. From UTI's to strengthening your pelvic floor, healing from a prolapsed uterus and kegal exercises, Dr. Betsy Greenleaf, the first female in the United States to become board certified in Urogynecology, leaves no stone unturned [...]

In this episode I sit down with Fred( the Black John Travolta Himself) , Aaron Sawyer, Reese The Roommate, And Some commentary from Miss Hinamaki --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/stillwritin-whatilike/support

This week the boys talk about “Ab Libbing,” Terry Crews Barbie Dolls w/ Built-in Underwear, Snoop Dogg and Friends, Wedgies, Drug Dealing Dads, Trippin' balls w/ Mr. Testa, Rosarita Refried Bean Chronicles, Cowboy Julian's Rootin' Tootin' Potato Salad, Chocolate Cake and ‘Bate, Whipped Cream Jealousy, Kegals, Semen Squeezers, All-Natural Julian Nips, Ranch Fries for One and More! Is you or someone you know suffering from Olive Addiction? You are not alone. Please call 1-800-NO-OLIVE for help. This week on Julian Stories: Julian loses his lunch in the street! Get to the Tips: Raise your child with a multi-cultural mindset (3:55) Your taste preferences may change as you get older. Keep trying new things (18:17) Clean your home before going on Holiday (27:08) Do not be stingy about investing in your sleep (32:41) Quit postponing your happiness (39:45) If your friend asks you how you're doing, ask them back (46:00) Exercise to avoid medical issues (especially if you're sitting all day, fatty) (50:46) Broke Ass Tip of the week: Listen up to find out how to get free coasters (60:28) WD-40 is a great solvent for getting tree sap off your hands (69:41) Deep Cuts (75:12) Email us at justthetipspod@aol.com

Show Sponsor: Happy Homebirth Academy   Postpartum recovery is important for some people, but not everyone, right?  Not for athletes, right? Show Notes Chelsea, a triathlete, thought that postpartum recovery would be simple for her body after her first.  She assumed that she could push through the pain, having no idea that postpartum rest is critical.    Unfortunately, Chelsea’s body struggled for 12 weeks with on and off bleeding.   She resumed normal activities, including crunches and jumping jacks.   During Chelsea’s second pregnancy, her mother was diagnosed with a uterine prolapse.    She went into labor at the same time as she did with her first baby, so she assumed it would go similarly. It did not!  In fact, Chelsea had her baby before the midwife’s arrival.    Once again, Chelsea resumed strenuous physical activity early, and this led to a bladder prolapse.   She sought help from a pelvic floor physical therapist, but her first experience with this was not ideal.  Kegals were strongly recommended, which were not helping Chelsea’s situation.   Chelsea then found another PF PT who taught Chelsea to relax her pelvic floor.  This made all of the difference and helped her recover.   Recovery postpartum is critical.  If you are struggling with heaviness in your pelvic region, seek help!    Mentioned in This Episode: Birth Fit Happy Homebirth Episode 9 

As we learn to care for our mental health in honor of mental health awareness month we must also learn to self love. What better way to celebrate self love than to speak on sex & masturbation in honor of masturbation awareness this month. I had the pleasure of speaking with Dr. Carmen McGhee, PT (IG: @carmen_10) who specializes in pelvic floor rehabilitation and sexual dysfunction. So the questions and concerns you have had I asked and she gives her expert opinion on. Tune in to learn more about your body and how we can never practice self love too much.  

Dinner with Schmucks - Episode 93.5 “Getting to Know You” This Week’s Cast: Chris, Dieter & Marc It’s time for a Pop-up episode in the “Chill” studio! Let’s call this a 3 parter! Part I - Shits & Kegals, Part II - The Last Act, Part III - Vegas Baby! During this episode we talk about why Chris’s voice sounds like a sick animal, creepy old songs, the Beach Boys, Shitfinity Internet, Swing Dancing, and as promised an update on our Where in the World is Sloane project! We also introduce a new segment to the podcast, a brain child of Marc w/a C “Getting to Know Dieter”. We hope you enjoy the episode, it’s always great to have Marc stop by the studio! SPECIAL ANNOUNCEMENT: DINNER WITH SCHMUCKS LIVE! on 90.3 FM WESS in East Stroudsburg, and the Poconos on 10/19 from 11am - 1pm, part of the ESU Homecoming 2019 weekend! If you’re not in the broadcast range, the show can be streamed online at quantum.esu.edu/clubs/wess The Live episode will also be released as a podcast on 10/28 as episode 94.5. As always, thanks for listening, and enjoy the episode. Just remember, we will be your best friends if you leave us a 5 Star rating and review on Apple Podcasts! Just a quick reminder, we can now be heard on Spotify as well! Find us there and give us a follow! Wanna rock some Dinner with Schmucks SWAG??? You know you do! dinnerwithschmucks.threadless.com is the official Dinner with Schmucks shop! We’re growing our YouTube channel, and we need you to subscribe today! http://bit.ly/DWSYouTube Check out our Facebook, Instagram & Twitter feeds Facebook - http://bit.ly/Facebook_DWS 
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This episode is ALL about meditating. I'm not an expert but I've done a lot of it and teach meditation in my yoga classes. I talk for a bit about it then provide an easy to follow guided exercise. If you want to skip right to the exercise, go to the 25:55 point and enjoy! --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app

In this episode, I interview a fabulous working mom, Kerstin Alston, and we talk about the daycare struggles, our weak vaginas, and going hard when mommies play. Come laugh at motherhood with us! #thestruggleisreal Follow us at: @motherishpod @yessbailey   Follow Kerstin @islandsunrepros   Music by Credits:Written by Popovic Recorded and produced by Popovic / Vodovoz https://youtu.be/54sbvl4R8UM

Hosted by Tricia Rivas, the owner of Trixies Salons in Des Moines, Iowa and founder of the non-profit Dream Catchers Foundation Inc. Co-hosted by Hannah Arant, Trixies Salons social media guru. Meet our Special Guest - Libby Trausch of Breathe. Physical Therapy & Wellness in Des Moines.We discuss Libby's business, Breathe. Physical Therapy & Wellness (Find them online @breathedsm / breathedsm.com) She discusses having babies, pelvic floors, kegals, nordic walking and more! There are lots of laughs, as always!This podcast isn’t just about hair, makeup, fashion, and how to be successful in this industry. We will talk about all of that but it’s so much more. It’s about how hairstylists are changing the world. We’re bringing communities together and making a difference, we’re spreading kindness around like confetti!!! XoxoSupport the show (https://www.patreon.com/splitendsandfriends)

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Two Dudes and a Dick is a podcast where we kinda challenge each others worldviews in a funny, dickish way; and we start off with a banger. This week, Tinder, height requirements, and so much crazy. Emmanuel(Manny/Zaza) Twitter: @zazathebassist Gio Twitter: @GiovanniBalboa1 Mysha(fake name that we forgot, Michael) Twitter: @chxsbully

075: Yoga for Pelvic Girdle Pain with Dr. Sinead Dufour   Shannon is pleased to have Dr. Sinead Dufour as her first returning guest to discuss pelvic girdle pain. Sinead has been a practicing physiotherapist for about 15 years, with a PhD in Primary Health Care. Her extensive studies also include training in obstetrics and urogynecology. She is a professor in the Health and Science department at McMaster University and is the Director of Pelvic Health at The Womb.     Pelvic girdle pain develops in pregnancy or postnatally. It's pain that develops below the rib line and travels below the gluteal fold. 75% of women have pelvic girdle pain in their second pregnancy and 20% have continuous pelvic girdle pain postnatal.   Shannon and Dr. Sinead Dufour discuss how our understanding of pelvic girdle pain has evolved, the misconceptions that make treating the pain difficult, and what yoga teachers can do to help their students experiencing pelvic pain. Dr. Sinead discusses how important it is for women to trust their pelvis by recognizing its strength and directing signals of safety, reassurance, and resilience to help prevent the pain and reduce fear of giving birth.   9:35 What is pelvic girdle pain?   14:45 What do we now know about the effect of pregnancy hormones in causing laxity of the pelvis and how that understanding has evolved; central mechanism versus mechanical factors   20:15 How we can talk to our yoga students about their pelvic girdle pain; pelvic sensitivity does not mean lack of strength of the pelvic region, the effect of asymmetrical movement, misconceptions and outdated information   22:25 The problem with misconceptions around pelvic health in pregnancy; creates increased fear around giving birth, can actually cause more pain if the woman feels compelled to clench her pelvis believing it to be weak   26:45 How new research has informed the way Dr. Sinead Dufour treats her patients with pelvic girdle pain and how it can inform the way yoga teachers can help students   29:40 Previous pregnancy as a risk factor but not a determining factor, higher risk if there's been a trauma in the first pregnancy   32:05 Understanding that the mechanics isn't the driver of the pain but it is relevant, and the mechanics is something they can have control over- don't be afraid of movement, be mindful, some movement is good to avoid   33:15 Movements for those with pelvic girdle pain (and those to avoid)   38:10 Study of the effect of high cortisol and the importance of education around these findings and the application to yoga   40:00 Importance of language around pelvic girdle pain using “sensitive pelvis” instead of “falling apart” or “dysfunctional” and the misconception of engaging the pelvis to remedy the pain   42:50 Incidents of long-term pelvic girdle pain (20% of women) indicates the current approach needs to incorporate new research and deconstruct long-held beliefs   46:25 Hypertonic pelvis and taking care around doing exercises such as kegels   48:50 The importance of referring students to a pelvic floor physiotherapist- even before pregnancy to “reset” the pelvis, build trust in the body, empowerment in knowledge   53:40 Do men experience pelvic girdle pain?   56:15 The benefit of therapy in pregnancy and postnatally- is it appropriate to refer a student to a therapist?   58:40 Dr. Sinead's preference for the term “motor control exercises” instead of “stability exercises”   1:02:44 How to reach Dr. Sinead Dufour   1:03:15 Shannon's wrap-up and key takeaways   Links   Email Dr. Sinead Dufour: dr.sinead@thewomb.ca   Website: The Womb   Find a Canadian Pelvic Health Specialist   PDF: Dr. Sinead Dufour's Postpartum Movement Tips   PDF: Dr. Sinead Dufour's Study: Association between lumbopelvic pain and pelvic floor dysfunction in women: A cross sectional study.     Pelvic Symmetry Sequence by Shannon Crow   Relevant TCYT Episodes:   007: Breath and Pelvic Health with Trisha Zinn 008: Core Breath and Pelvic Health with Kim Vopni 009: Kegals, Mula Banda and Pelvic Health with Shelly Prosko 033: A New Perspective on Diastasis Recti with Dr. Sinead Dufour   The Connected Yoga Teacher Facebook Group Book a Consultation Call with Shannon   Gratitude to our Sponsor Schedulicity

To celebrate their 30th episode, Kate and Karyne thought they’d play 20 questions about their feelings on giving birth and parenting. They also cleaned out the linen closet and practiced their Kegels.

What's up Kissables!!! We have Doctora Tasha on this episode, she expounds on positive and negative stressors in a relationship. She also talk about how to identify and deal with those stressors. Enjoy Listening and make sure to visit our website to add your input. Remember to #KeepitKissable.

What's up Kissables!!! We have Doctora Tasha on this episode, she expounds on positive and negative stressors in a relationship. She also talk about how to identify and deal with those stressors. Enjoy Listening and make sure to visit our website to add your input. Remember to #KeepitKissable.

Well this was an interesting episode!  Listen in as Sandy Hilton discusses the importance of kegals for men, how to do them and WHY they are so important.  She also shares with us some key signs to be aware of that could indicate your pelvic health is taking a turn for the worse! If you recognize some of these signs, have no fear!  A pelvic health specialist can help you!  Sandy has over 30 years of experience as a physical therapist,  working directly with men, women and transgender individuals to maximize their pelvic health including bladder, bowel and sexual function.  Entropy Website Find a Pelvic Health PT near me! www.menshealth.com/sex-women/kegels-for-men-benefits Sponsored by www.ptuclinic.com Follow the Health and Fitness Connector on Facebook and Instagram!

Shannon met Dr. Sinead Dufour at a pelvic health workshop for yoga teachers as part of the MamaNurture prenatal yoga teacher training. It was through Sinead that Shannon discovered she had Diastasis. Shannon talks about how some of the yoga poses done after she gave birth were contributing to her condition. Diastasis is not widely understood in prenatal and postnatal health. It has been falsely understood as the separation of the abdominal muscles (it is even implied in the name) when it is actually the overstraining or damaging of the linea alba tissue. It was after giving birth to her twins that Sinead discovered significant gaps and misconceptions in the health care system and fitness community that left women without the tools needed to take care of the pelvic health. She felt strongly that she needed to be part of the solution. Sinead has been a practising physiotherapist for about 15 years, with a PhD in Primary Health Care. Her extensive studies also include training in obstetrics and urogynecology. She is a professor in the Health and Science department at McMaster University and is the Director of Pelvic Health at The Womb.   Among this episode's points of discussion are: the role the linea alba plays in Diastasis, Dr. Sinead Dufour's  leadership in up-and-coming research on DRA to establish common practice principles, and what can be done to prevent this condition.   8:55 Sinead's journey to becoming a leading Pelvic Health expert 10:50 What is Diastasis? A common misconception about Diastasis. Diastasis or Diastasis Recti Abdominus (DRA) 12:25 Linea alba's role in pregnancy and Diastasis 15:30 New study by top 22 Diastasis experts in Canada in order to establish practice principles experts can agree on 18:10 Delphi Process with 3 phases setting the practice principles 20:45 Diastasis related to manometric pressure system manometric pressure system- the pressure system modulated by the core four, inclusive of the linea alba and the glottis (think the concept of intra-abdominal pressure)   19:10 Dr. Sinead's research study 20:10 What experts are saying: what is Diastasis and how should we manage it? 23:00 Prenatal - how can we prevent Diastasis? Avoid exercises that concentrically engage the superficial abdominal muscles such as crunches and sit-ups Emphasis on facilitating optimal co-activation of the deep inner unit Ensuring the core 4 are working together: pelvic floor, diaphragm, transversus abdominis and multifidus Working synergistically Promoting effective, tension free diaphragmatic breathing More focus on diaphragmatic breath with ease -- less extended belly breathing and more rib cage breath Emphasizing postures that reduce excessive strained intra-abdominal pressure Avoid plank pose while pregnant or straining on the toilet,(especially with breath holding). 25:15 Importance of continuous breath 28:45 Encouraging students, not to breath hold (and why they may be doing so) 31:00 Empowering language - What can students do instead of what can't it do 32:15 Listen to the body - pain or struggling in a pose 33:05 Intrapartum (during childbirth) considerations Continuous breath - no Valsalva breath Avoiding a back lying position when possible 37:35 Prenatal yoga teachers are the ones who can advocate, inform and empower those who are susceptible to diastasis or other pelvic health issues 38:25 When to refer a yoga student to a pelvic floor physiotherapist 40:00 Postpartum (4th trimester) - "critical healing period" Abstain from exercises that concentrically engage the superficial abdominal       muscles Promote exercises that are not the same action as a crunch Every body is unique and so each person needs something different Watch for doming or invagination at linea alba during exercise 5.Optimal load transfer at linea alba 45:25 Later diastasis- watch out for doming or invagination (reverse doming) 46:10 Front loading poses: bird dog, plank - when can we do these? 47:30 Any incontinence issues - because Diastasis is a pelvic floor dysfunction   48:50 How yoga can help with the internal pressure system and nervous system   49:55 Autonomic nervous system tension affects the connective and visceral tissue   50:45 Benefits of a yin yoga style   51:40 Fertility yoga series at The Womb   52:50 Increased inter-recti distance is normal in pregnancy   53:45 Diastasis has nothing to do with the inter-recti distance (the width between the rectus abdominis muscles)   57:20 How to test for Diastasis at home   58:40 How a yoga teacher can help assess linea alba during a pelvic floor contraction   1:00:25 Another Diastasis assessment- digital pelvic floor contraction (highlights how integrated the linea alba is with the pelvic floor)   1:01:25 Yoga teachers are in a great position to get ahead of the curve to spread new information discovered through research (before it will be widely taught)   1:05:50 Inter-recti distance as an assessment needs to be thrown out- as people get better and more functional the distance can actually increase proving that inter-recti is meaningless   1:06:55 The general preface statement that will be published in their research document   1:08:50 Preface statement for assessment of DRA   1:10:10 How to work with Dr. Sinead Dufour     Links   The Womb   Find a Canadian Pelvic Health Specialist   Mama Nurture   Relevant TCYT Episodes: 007: Breath and Pelvic Health with Trisha Zinn 008: Core Breath and Pelvic Health with Kim Vopni 009: Kegals, Mula Banda and Pelvic Health with Shelly Prosko   The Connected Yoga Teacher Facebook Group   Gratitude to Our Sponsor -- Schedulicity  

008: Core Breath and Pelvic Health with Kim Vopni   This week Shannon is pleased to share insight from another enthusiastic expert on the subject of pelvic health. Kim Vopni, also known as The Fitness Doula, is the mother of two children. Her pregnancy and birthing experiences, along with her educational background led her to focus on women's pelvic health. Kim holds a BA in Psychology and a Post Graduate Diploma in Health and Fitness.   Kim's impressive education includes her certification as a personal trainer and pre/postnatal fitness consultant. She has completed training in The Hypropressive Method and Pfilates (Pelvic Floor Pilates) along with the Pregnancy Exercise and Birth Programming certificate with Burrell Education.     Kim is passionate about normalizing the conversation around pelvic health and is an active voice for women of all ages. She is the author of “Prepare to Push- What your Pelvic Floor and Abdomen Want You to Know About Pregnancy and Birth”, offers courses through Bellies Inc., and is a distributer of the EPI-NO, a pre-pregnancy tool that helped Kim through her own pregnancies. She is also the owner of Pelvienne Wellness Inc. and co-founder of Bellies Inc.     Kim's story 4:35   Bellies Inc. Courses (online and in person) 6:30   What is Core Breath? 10:50   What is the Core? (core 4) 11:45   How to do Core Breath 12:20   How to find your Natural Pelvis from a Seated Position 16:25   How your Sitting Posture affects the Pelvic Floor 17:25   Kim's Cues for Pelvic Health Awareness 18:55   Kim's take on Mulha Bundas and Kegals 24:50   Is the Core Breath Safe for Everyone? 27:20   Benefits of Core Breath 29:40   Piston Image- Helping Bodily Systems Work Efficiently 31:55   Feeling that you are Breathing “backwards” 33:15   Bellies Inc. Courses 35:55   Links:   Kim's Email: kim@belliesinc.com   Kim's Book: Prepare to Push   EPI-NO   Bellies Inc.   Julie Wiebe   Katy Bowman   Article: Core Breathing- Core 4 by Shannon Crow   Article: What is Diastasis Recti? By Shannon Crow and Kim MacDonald-Heilandt   Video: Core Breath Video by Kim Vopni   Video: Core Breath on Bellies Inc. Site by Kim Vopni    Today's Episode is Sponsored by:   Shannon Crow's Yoga for Pelvic Health: Online Training for Yoga Teachers   Special Thanks to: Laura Cameron for writing such great show notes (even when I send an episode at the last minute) and to Rob Muir for editing the episodes (between moose sightings and cat snuggles)

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