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Ep. 464 Pelvic Floor 101: From Pregnancy to Menopause with Dr. Sara Reardon

Ep. 464 Pelvic Floor 101: From Pregnancy to Menopause with Dr. Sara Reardon

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 I am honored to connect with Dr. Sarah Reardon today. She assists women in caring for their pelvic floors as a doctor of physical therapy, a board-certified pelvic floor physical therapist, and a Women's Health Clinical specialist. She is also the Founder and Chief Vagina Officer of the Vagina Whisperer, an online, on-demand pelvic floor workout platform women at all stages of life. In our discussion today, we explore the many contributors to the silent suffering of women, exploring advocacy and screening, pregnancy, the postpartum period, and the transitions of perimenopause and menopause. Dr. Reardon brings clarity to the often-misunderstood pelvic floor, shedding light on everything from vaginal and C-section deliveries and painful sex, to proper pooping and the impact of bladder irritants and incontinence. Dr. Sara Reardon shares many practical and empowering insights today, and her book Floored, A Woman's Guide to Pelvic Floor Health at Every Age and Stage, is a must-read for every woman. IN THIS EPISODE YOU WILL LEARN: Why does much shame and secrecy exist around women’s pelvic health? Why pelvic floor therapy should be a first-line treatment for women How pregnancy and childbirth affect the pelvic floor The link between pelvic floor muscles, constipation, bladder issues, and painful sex How fatigued pelvic floor muscles can lead to bladder leakage Common signs of pelvic floor dysfunction Helpful strategies for healthy bowel movements How birth and emotional trauma can affect pelvic health Red flags that indicate the need for medical evaluation beyond pelvic floor therapy Top tips for pelvic floor health Connect with Cynthia Thurlow Follow on Twitter, Instagram & LinkedIn Check out Cynthia’s website Submit your questions to support@cynthiathurlow.com Connect with Dr. Sara Reardon On her website Instagram Directories: PelvicRehab.com, Academy of Pelvic Health
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