Perineal Tears: What They Are and How to Lower the Severity When someone gives birth vaginally, the skin and muscles around the vaginal opening (aka the perineum) can sometimes tear as the baby is born. These “perineal tears” are very common, but there are safe,...
Let’s get real! Leaking urine isn’t something you have to live with. It might be common, especially after childbirth or during high-impact activities—but it’s not normal, and you deserve better. Whether you’ve had twins, are crushing it at the gym, jumping on the...
I Gave Birth On My Back I’m a Pelvic Floor PT, and I gave birth on my back. *The whole internet gasps!* As a FTM (First-Time Mom), I’m no stranger to being targeted with information on social media. “Do THIS” “NEVER do this” “Why you SHOULD NOT do this” It’s...
Managing Leg Pain During Pregnancy: 4 Effective Exercises At Breathe., our PTs are dedicated to helping women in their childbearing and perimenopausal years live with reduced pain, incontinence, and weakness, while fostering vibrancy, activity, and energy! If you’re...
Pregnancy Brain: How Fogginess and Forgetfulness May Be a Protection Mechanism As physical therapists specializing in women’s health, we often hear many pregnant clients talk about pregnancy brain. Is Pregnancy Brain for Real?! YES! This term is used to describe the...
Pessary for Pelvic Organ Prolapse What Pessaries Are Used For and How They Work Have you been to the gynecologist after feeling ‘something falling out down there’, and they told you that you have a prolapse? If you’ve been diagnosed with a prolapse, you have might...
