A bladder log can be a helpful way to get snapshot of your bladder health. Many pelvic floor therapists will ask you to fill one out over the course of 1-3 days following your initial evaluation. Keeping track of how much and what kind fluid intake you get and how much you output can give… Continue reading All about Bladder Logs
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Common, but not Normal: 9 reasons to see a Pelvic Floor PT
The Do’s and Don’ts of Baby Wearing
While wearing your baby can be a great way to be hands free around the house to get chores done or keep up with older children, it is important to have good ergonomics to reduce pain and limit the exacerbation of common postpartum conditions such as leaking, pelvic organ prolapse, and diastasis recti. Here are… Continue reading The Do’s and Don’ts of Baby Wearing
Neck Pain from Breastfeeding
Any mom out there knows that the first few weeks/months all your sweet new babe is going to do is eat, sleep, and poop. What I didn’t realize when I became a mom, is how much eating actually goes on. Personally, I had difficulty getting off the couch for the first month, not only because… Continue reading Neck Pain from Breastfeeding
Just Do Kegels?
Its the age old advise: Just had a baby? Kegels. Leaking? Kegels. Feel like your uterus is going to fall out of your vagina? Kegels. Apparently all pelvic floor issues can be fixed by kegels. Except, for many, repetitive “kegeling” only makes the problem worse. That’s because sometimes your pelvic floor symptoms aren’t actually caused… Continue reading Just Do Kegels?