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Dr. Bri Talks Lady Bits

Dr. Bri Talks Lady Bits

By Brianne Grogan

I'm bringing awareness and creating community around women's wellness and pelvic health. It's your time to shine. Understanding—and LOVING—your body is the first step!
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Ep 20: Leading and Living from the Core w/ Dr. Sara Smith

Dr. Bri Talks Lady BitsMay 13, 2020

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Ep 85: Changing Your Perspective on Challenges (The Butterfly Episode)

Ep 85: Changing Your Perspective on Challenges (The Butterfly Episode)

Oct 27, 202130:27
Ep 84: The Keys to Supportive Relationships w/ Bri and Chris

Ep 84: The Keys to Supportive Relationships w/ Bri and Chris

I had so much fun interviewing my husband, Chris, for this episode! Thanks to everyone who submitted questions. We hope this will be helpful for anyone in a relationship, particularly for those who are navigating pelvic health challenges. We love you!

YouTube videos that Chris appears in:

Contact me, or work with me:

Oct 20, 202143:42
Ep 83: Eating for Vaginal Health w/ Dr. Janelle Howell

Ep 83: Eating for Vaginal Health w/ Dr. Janelle Howell

The Vagina Rehab Doctor (Dr. Janelle Howell, PT, DPT) is a Pelvic Physical Therapist and Board Certified Women's Health Specialist. She is a leader in all things vaginal happiness, and is creating a global culture of radical vaginal health education and radical self love! In this interview, Dr. Janelle and I discuss foods that support vaginal health. These foods support digestive health, hormone balance, and pH balance, in order to support your WHOLE body (including your vagina). We also touch on specific foods for male health. You CAN eat for better sex, improved fertility, and improved pelvic health! 

Oct 13, 202129:38
Ep 82: The Paradox of Prolapse

Ep 82: The Paradox of Prolapse

Sep 29, 202124:18
Ep 81: Why self-care is NOT selfish, and the power of a Solo-Cation

Ep 81: Why self-care is NOT selfish, and the power of a Solo-Cation

In this episode, I talk about why it's NOT selfish if you need alone time, and how to find it (even in the busiest lives). For me, I need space to hear my own thoughts, to organize my life, to know what I want/need, and to know the next steps. I've found TRUTH in the adage that when you look after yourself first, you — and everyone around you — will be richly rewarded.

I also share practical tips about traveling alone, and important reminders if your solo-cation is just a few minutes at the coffee shop down the street!

Links and resources:

Sep 22, 202125:47
Ep 80: Exploring Gender Identity and Inclusive Language w/ Nicole Guappone

Ep 80: Exploring Gender Identity and Inclusive Language w/ Nicole Guappone

My mission is love + helping people live a vibrant life, regardless of gender, sexual orientation, age, race, or cultural identity. If you’re a human, you have a pelvic floor…. and you have the potential for pelvic floor challenges. 

In this candid conversation with Nicole Guappone, we address language and terminology around gender identity. This chat is perfect for people (like me, Dr. Bri), who humbly admit that they don't know enough about inclusive language... for people who are exploring their own gender identity... or for healthcare providers who strive to provide compassionate, respectful care for all of their clients.


Sep 15, 202134:38
Ep 79: Why investing in yourself is ESSENTIAL (and how to do it even without cash!)

Ep 79: Why investing in yourself is ESSENTIAL (and how to do it even without cash!)

Investing in yourself -- whether personal/spiritual development, professional development, or your health -- is essential, and will pay HUGE dividends. In this episode, I'll tell you why, and show you how you can invest in yourself (even for free). 

Links and resources:

Sep 08, 202115:47
Ep 78: Stop Blaming Yourself

Ep 78: Stop Blaming Yourself

Please, my loves... stop blaming yourself. 

Sep 01, 202111:11
Ep 77: Second Pregnancy After Prolapse w/ Meghan Blair

Ep 77: Second Pregnancy After Prolapse w/ Meghan Blair

Second pregnancy after prolapse: YES! It's possible! If you want to expand your family, Meghan's story will inspire you. Even if pregnancy is not in your future, tune in -- Meghan shares the mindset shifts that helped her the most on her prolapse recovery journey.

Aug 25, 202140:40
Ep 76: Seven ways to FIX your pelvic floor

Ep 76: Seven ways to FIX your pelvic floor

7 ways to fix your pelvic floor:

  1. Unclench your belly and butt, and release your sitting bones apart
  2. Give yourself permission to relax… let fitness be easier and feel good and move more (“I was always push until you die, now I’m breathe until you feel” from FemSquad member) …hips up time…
  3. Learn how to lift correctly
  4. Breathe better
  5. Prioritize your pooping/fix your digestion
  6. Strengthen your booty/prevent gluteal amnesia
  7. Learn how to tune in/listen to your body… and stop overthinking/overcomplicating. The rules are flexible.

Links and resources mentioned: 

Aug 18, 202128:50
Ep 75: Stop Overthinking! Here's why (and how)...

Ep 75: Stop Overthinking! Here's why (and how)...

Aug 11, 202121:22
Ep 74: Rewriting Old Stories to Reduce Prolapse and Bladder Leakage

Ep 74: Rewriting Old Stories to Reduce Prolapse and Bladder Leakage

This interview with Sharon Oakley is pure gold. She shares her story of postpartum bladder leakage (and ultimately, prolapse), and how this led her to feeling like her vagina was "broken." Sharon was able to identify old stories and limiting beliefs that were holding her back, and rewrote them in a way that propelled her forward to health. With tools such as journaling and reframes, Sharon was able to resolve a majority of her pelvic floor concerns and is now living an active life with her husband and son. 

Links:

Aug 04, 202133:10
Ep 73: How Megan Resolved Prolapse and Got Back to Fitness without Fear

Ep 73: How Megan Resolved Prolapse and Got Back to Fitness without Fear

Megan fixed her prolapse, lost 120 pounds, and got back to the exercises she loves WITHOUT FEAR! 

Videos and resources Megan used to help her recovery process: 

Megan's story is based on her own personal experience with resolving prolapse at-home. As with any exercise/wellness program, please understand that everyone is different and will respond differently to the exercises and information presented. Results are not guaranteed, and the information provided in this interview (and in all FemFusion/Vibrant Pelvic Health programming) are NOT to be used as a substitute for individualized medical evaluation and treatment. Consult with a healthcare provider before beginning any new wellness program.

Jul 28, 202132:26
Ep 72: How Mind-Body Medicine Relieved Scarlett's Prolapse

Ep 72: How Mind-Body Medicine Relieved Scarlett's Prolapse

I'm so thrilled to have Scarlett on the show today, one of the founding members of my Transcend program. Scarlett's prolapse is now 90% resolved and in this interview she shares: her daily energy practice (and how she fits it into her busy life), how she was able to get to the root of her pelvic tension issues (and recognize and release these root-cause issues), and how she faced her fears of speaking and was the FIRST ONE to dive into our Transcend Voxer group... and the surprising implications this had on her overall health (including her pelvic health).

Links:

Jul 21, 202126:24
Ep 71: From Science Minded to Open Minded w/ Beth and Bri

Ep 71: From Science Minded to Open Minded w/ Beth and Bri

You might want to listen to this one twice! Beth Basham and I discuss why the most important tool for health and healing isn't your diet or exercise plan, but it's what's going in between your ears... In your BRAIN. Your conscious mind, AND your subconscious mind! Beth shares her own personal journey with food/diet and body image, and we make connections throughout the episode to pelvic health so that you can apply some of these takeaways to your own life. Ultimately, Beth and I want you to to partner with your body rather than working against it. Enjoy this conversation! 

Links:

Jul 14, 202145:54
Ep 70: "This Now Moment" Walk (A Technique for Practicing Presence)

Ep 70: "This Now Moment" Walk (A Technique for Practicing Presence)

I hope you'll try a "this now moment" walk for yourself... It's a GORGEOUS practice! 

Links and resources:

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Jun 30, 202129:28
Ep 69: Hips-Up Time for Prolapse and a Peek Inside Dr. Bri's Brain

Ep 69: Hips-Up Time for Prolapse and a Peek Inside Dr. Bri's Brain

Thanks for listening! I'll see you after a short break! 

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May 26, 202139:32
Ep 68: Menopause, Medical Decisions, Self-Advocacy, and Hindsight w/ Keldie

Ep 68: Menopause, Medical Decisions, Self-Advocacy, and Hindsight w/ Keldie

Links and resources:

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May 19, 202150:02
Ep 67: Creative Care for Pelvic Pain w/ The Pelvic Whisperer (Therawand and Electrical Stimulation)

Ep 67: Creative Care for Pelvic Pain w/ The Pelvic Whisperer (Therawand and Electrical Stimulation)

May is Pelvic Pain Awareness month, and I'm continuing our pain series with Elizabath Makous, AKA "The Pelvic Whisperer." Even if you don't have pain, if you appreciate creativity, bio-individuality, and getting to the ROOT of an issue, then you're going to love this interview. Elizabeth shares:

  • How to find a great physical therapist 
  • The importance of differential diagnosis (in PT) and of creating individualized treatment plans
  • How Elizabeth helped design and refine Therawand tools for pelvic pain relief at-home
  • The importance of getting to know your body and how to listen to your tissues
  • Some very intimate tips about how to use tools (such as Therawand) and how to reduce fear around self-treatments and intercourse
  • Elizabeth's electrical stimulation protocol: how it's unique, and when your therapist can begin using it with you
  • The importance of patience in your healing journey (as Elizabeth states, "if you're not better in 5 visits, it doesn't mean you've failed therapy. It takes a while for a patient to get a whole program that will work for them.")
  • The importance of using support systems such as a great physical therapist AND home treatment options (like Therawand, FemFusion programs, etc) so that you can go home and not feel helpless
  • Her overarching message of hope: don't give up!!!

Elizabeth's contact info and links:

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May 12, 202133:00
Ep 66: Manual Therapy for Pelvic Pain w/ Maeve Whelan

Ep 66: Manual Therapy for Pelvic Pain w/ Maeve Whelan

May is Pelvic Pain Awareness Month, and we're kicking things off with Physiotherapist Maeve Whelan, MSc, MISCP, founder of Milltown Physiotherapy in Dublin, Ireland. With 30 years of experience, Maeve has a real passion for (and expertise in treating) pelvic pain. This conversation is IDEAL for any woman with pelvic pain, and/or any physical therapist who treats patients with pain. We discuss:

  • What gives that "WOW FACTOR" (BEFORE AND AFTER) to pelvic floor pain treatment
  • How physios can tell the difference between vulvodynia, "vaginismus," hypertonic pelvic floor, and pudendal neuralgia by the feel of the pelvic floor
  • Why treating pelvic floor muscle tension rectally is often the BEST and most effective approach
  • How long does it take to relieve pelvic pain symptoms? ...And the importance of being REALISTIC when it comes to treatment time...
  • What to expect from a manual exam on the first visit to your physio
  • Types of manual techniques your physio might employ, and also techniques that you can do at home on your own
  • The use of a Gua Sha tool for perineal release
  • ...And so much more!

Maeve's contact info and links:

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May 05, 202150:17
Ep 65: Bellydance for Pelvic Health and Incontinence Relief w/ Jennifer Sobel

Ep 65: Bellydance for Pelvic Health and Incontinence Relief w/ Jennifer Sobel

If you know me, you know that I love hip circles... And so this interview with Jennifer Sobel was a real treat! 

Jennifer has been a professional belly dance instructor and performer for 16+ years, and she now educates and empowers women that they don’t need to just accept a weak pelvic floor, bladder leakage or anything less than feeling in love with their bodies and themselves. There is a FUN and empowering solution to pelvic floor strength: belly dance! In this episode, you will learn:

  • The ”happy accident” that led Jennifer to discover that belly dance naturally strengthens the pelvic floor and can help relieve incontinence.
  • The scientific research study that shows belly dance to be an effective strategy for strengthening the pelvic floor and relieving stress incontinence. (Yes, they actually did a research study on this in the Journal of Physical Therapy Science!)
  • The history of belly dance and its connection with preparing a woman for childbirth.
  • How belly dance movements work and their unique ability to both relax and strengthen the pelvic muscles.
  • Belly dance as a unique dance form designed for a woman’s body that helps you connect with your inner goddess and feel sexy sensual at any age.

Jennifer Sobel is the founder of The Belly Dance Solution. The Belly Dance Solution provides women with a unique, fun and empowering way to strengthen their pelvic floor. Connect with Jennifer:

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Apr 28, 202128:42
Ep 64: Even more about me! Plus... 3 Things About Your Pelvic Floor That You did NOT Learn in School

Ep 64: Even more about me! Plus... 3 Things About Your Pelvic Floor That You did NOT Learn in School

This is a follow-up to "Ep 60: Get to know me!!! Plus... You are SO MUCH MORE than your pelvic floor." Enjoy, and I'd love to hear what YOU didn't learn in school (but you wish you had) about the pelvic floor. Let me know on my socials, or share your thoughts in a review of the show!

Additional links and resources:

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Apr 21, 202151:38
Ep 63: Sleep Hacks for Perimenopause (and ANYONE who has trouble sleeping!) w/ Karen Shopoff Rooff

Ep 63: Sleep Hacks for Perimenopause (and ANYONE who has trouble sleeping!) w/ Karen Shopoff Rooff

Better sleep improves your life! As Karen Shopoff Rooff states, "Take your sleep seriously. If you think it's going to happen when you're dead, that's going to happen sooner than you want it to." In this fun conversation FULL of actionable advice, you will learn:

  • Human beings are animals... why we shouldn't forget that!
  • The two main types of sleep troubles (particularly during perimenopause), and tips to help with both
  • How to map your own personal sleep schedule and needs (create your own unique "sleep blueprint")
  • The hormonal double whammy (particularly for women 40 and over) that has caused lots of problems during this stressful time in history
  • Why alcohol interrupts our sleep
  • Practical hacks to reduce night-time awakenings and help with night sweats
  • The best way to rejuvenate (a simple yoga pose) to help you recover if you've had a bad night of sleep

Get in touch with Coach Karen:

Additional links and resources:

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Apr 14, 202139:30
Ep 62: Getting off birth control NATURALLY w/ Dr. Jen

Ep 62: Getting off birth control NATURALLY w/ Dr. Jen

Dr. Jennifer Roelands (Dr. Jen) is an OB GYN and Health Coach with a specialty in hormone health. Unlike most doctors, she doesn't prescribe pills, but instead focuses on nutrition and lifestyle shifts to balance your hormones naturally! Today, we're talking about ALL THINGS women's health and hormones, with a special emphasis on cycle syncing (learning how to flow with your menstrual cycle harmoniously) and how to transition off of hormonal birth control. Dr. Jen shares:

  • How to get to know your own cyclical rhythms again
  • How to exercise and eat during different times of your cycle to support hormone balance
  • Seed cycling
  • Sleep hacks
  • ...and so much more!

Dr. Jen's contact info and links:

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Apr 07, 202137:53
Ep 61: Natural Support for Endometriosis, and Using Your Cycle as Your Superpower w/ Naja

Ep 61: Natural Support for Endometriosis, and Using Your Cycle as Your Superpower w/ Naja

We're wrapping up Endometriosis Awareness month, but as physical therapist and health coach Naja Chikazunga-Martin and I discuss, endometriosis doesn't end when March is over! It's an issue women deal with YEAR-ROUND. If you suffer from endo (or know someone who does), tune into this awesome conversation. It's not just for women with endo, but for any woman with a menstrual cycle. Naja shares:

Naja's contact info and links:

  • Dr. Naja Chikazunga-Martin states, "As a Doctor of Physical Therapy (DPT), Certified Women’s Health and Functional Nutrition Coach (WHNC), and Certified Pelvic Rehabilitation Practitioner (PRPC), I use a root-cause approach to improve my clients' health and wellness."
  • Website: youngwomenhealthyliving.com
  • Email: naja@youngwomenhealthyliving.com

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Mar 31, 202134:18
Ep 60: Get to know me!!! Plus... You are SO MUCH MORE than your pelvic floor.

Ep 60: Get to know me!!! Plus... You are SO MUCH MORE than your pelvic floor.

Get to know me (BEYOND the pelvic floor)! This was SUCH a fun episode for me to record. I hope you'll enjoy this rapid-fire Q&A that will give you some insight into my "real life," and (hopefully) will help inspire you to remember all the special little details *about yourself* that you might have temporarily forgotten if you've been wrapped up in thinking about, worrying about, and treating your pelvic health condition. 

Links I mention in the show:

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Mar 24, 202154:58
Ep 59: All About Pessaries for Prolapse w/ Michelle Lyons

Ep 59: All About Pessaries for Prolapse w/ Michelle Lyons

If you're looking for a non-surgical option to manage your prolapse, then a pessary might be just for you. Don't miss this rapid-fire Q&A with physiotherapist Michelle Lyons! We discuss:

  • Importance of getting fitted and exploring different options/sizes
  • Are they really a long-term solution? Can they be used indefinitely?
  • Can they be used just during exercise?
  • How often do they need to be removed and cleaned?
  • How do you clean a pessary? 
  • Can you have sex with it in?
  • Differences between over the counter (i.e. ordering online, by yourself) pessaries vs prescription?
  • Are pessaries safe during pregnancy?
  • Are there any risks or dangers of long-term use?
  • Do they weaken or "overstretch" the tissues or cause any irritation?
  • Can products such as collagen supplementation, or red light therapy help with tissue health?
  • Does nutrition help with tissue health? 

Visit Michelle online: www.celebratemuliebrity.com

Find Michelle on Instagram: @michellelyons_muliebrity

Additional Links:

https://www.vibrantpelvichealth.com/blog/prolapse-surgery-alternative-pessaries

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Mar 17, 202144:37
Ep 58: Surgery Pre-hab and Rehab (Rectocele Repair Part 2 w/ Kim Vopni)

Ep 58: Surgery Pre-hab and Rehab (Rectocele Repair Part 2 w/ Kim Vopni)

If you or someone you love has surgery in your future, take notes during this info-packed "part two" follow-up (note: listen to Episode 57 for part one)! Kim Vopni, AKA "Vagina Coach," shares more about her recent surgery for rectocele repair. Kim reveals: 

  • The importance of minimizing inflammation and self-care + mindset both before and after surgery
  • The power of affirming words and focusing on positive surgical outcomes
  • Exactly how she felt going into surgery and coming out of it
  • Exactly when she started her core restoration exercises (and what she did first)
  • Why (and when) she started wondering if she'd made the wrong decision ("have I broken my vagina?")
  • The post-surgical turning point (spoiler alert: it's week 6!)
  • Why she is passionate about sharing her journey now (providing support and knowledge)
  • The power of belief, trust, and faith no matter what path you choose
  • Why worrying is like praying for what you don't want

Links from the show:

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Mar 10, 202130:49
Ep 57: Making the Surgery Decision (Rectocele Repair Part 1 w/ Kim Vopni)

Ep 57: Making the Surgery Decision (Rectocele Repair Part 1 w/ Kim Vopni)

In this powerful episode, you will be invited into a VERY PERSONAL STORY about the long road to rectocele recovery, and why Kim Vopni (AKA "Vagina Coach") ultimately made the decision to undergo surgery for rectocele repair. Kim reveals:

  • Why she had surgery booked twice and didn't go through with it... Turns out, the third time was a charm!
  • The internal struggle she experienced as a pelvic health professional
  • What quality of life items impacted her decision to move forward with surgery
  • Why this line of conversation needs to be opened up to more women who are on a similar path
  • Why surgery should never be a first line of defense, but why it's important to remove feelings of shame, guilt, or fear around it if it becomes the best (or necessary) choice

Get in touch with Kim:

Additional links and resources:

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Mar 03, 202125:59
Ep 56: How her prolapse story led to pelvic health awareness and activism w/ Filippa Odevall

Ep 56: How her prolapse story led to pelvic health awareness and activism w/ Filippa Odevall

STORIES are how we connect. Sharing our own, personal stories (and listening to stories of others who've "been there") is how we heal. In this fantastic interview with Filippa Odevall, you'll learn about her prolapse journey and the path she has taken toward natural healing, and how it empowered her to — ultimately — help women all over the world.

Filippa Odevall is the Co-Founder of Women Cycles — now MoonRise — a brand new course platform for women's challenges from before puberty to after menopause. Her favorite quote is, "There is nothing stronger than a broken woman who has rebuilt herself".

You will learn:

  1. Filippa's biggest challenge when she experienced symptomatic prolapse after childbirth
  2. Why options from the health care system can feel so limiting
  3. What she thinks is the *most* important factors to be able to heal
  4. Why healing is not linear (and how to deal with that, emotionally)
  5. How Byron Katie's "The Work" helped with the emotional component of prolapse
  6. What it's been like to start a new business with her husband
  7. Why Women Cycles is "like the Netflix for pelvic health"

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Feb 24, 202133:35
Ep 55: Gait Changes After Episiotomy and C-Section w/ Dan Baines

Ep 55: Gait Changes After Episiotomy and C-Section w/ Dan Baines

Truth: the WHOLE BODY is connected, and scar tissue you developed years ago may impact your movement today! In this episode with UK-based osteopath Daniel Baines, you'll learn about movement patterns that can unconsciously occur after injury, trauma, or scarring. Dan sees people falling into two patterns: opening and moving away from the injury/scar site, vs closing and moving toward the injury/scar site (more of a protective mechanism). We discuss how this patterning remains in your nervous system even after the injury/scar has healed. Dan shares a SIMPLE home treatment (that you can try too) of treating the nerve receptors via gentle, reassuring touch... you might find that your movement changes completely when you place your hand on the scar tissue site.

We also discuss reintroducing safety into the system through hypnotherapy, what it means to move "somatically," the importance of slowing down movement to really FEEL (and heal), and SO MUCH MORE!

Don't miss Dan's blog post: www.danielbaines.co.uk/episiotomy-scars-adductors-gait

Dan's video describing "somatic" pelvis exploration, and tips to see if your scars are influencing your movement patterns: youtu.be/lcFUhr3pq6Q

If you like this conversation, then you'll also like the following interviews from my podcast archives: 

  • Ep 45: Understanding Prolapse and Biotensegrity w/ Anna Crowle
  • Ep 41: The Effect of the Iliacus on Digestion and Pelvic Health w/ Christine Koth

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Feb 17, 202140:53
Ep 54: Posture, Face Massage, and Voice Exercises (Part 2 w/ Kristin Chronister)

Ep 54: Posture, Face Massage, and Voice Exercises (Part 2 w/ Kristin Chronister)

In this "Part Two" interview with Kristin Chronister (@theintuitivesinger on Instagram), you'll learn EVEN MORE about the vocal cord - pelvic floor connection, and voice exercises that can help activate and relax your pelvic floor muscles. This episode focuses on posture, massage, and "voice yoga." You'll learn additional details about the breath and pelvic floor connection as well as the jaw/pelvic floor connection, how to do vocal "rollercoasters," how to find the hyoid and release the vocal cords, how to massage the face muscles, the concept of "microdosing" vocalization exercises (you can even sing lying down on your back, when getting started!)... and so much more.

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Feb 10, 202144:07
Ep 53: Finding Your Voice and the Vocal-Pelvic Floor Connection (Part 1 w/ Kristin Chronister)

Ep 53: Finding Your Voice and the Vocal-Pelvic Floor Connection (Part 1 w/ Kristin Chronister)

In this fascinating interview with Kristin Chronister (@theintuitivesinger on Instagram), you'll learn about the vocal cord - pelvic floor connection, and voice exercises that can help activate and relax your pelvic floor muscles. We discuss what Kristin means by "the color of your voice," how FINDING (and using) your voice is important for overall confidence and pelvic health, the importance of posture and breath, "s" and "shhhh" sounds vs "z" sounds, and more! 

Stay tuned for Part Two, where Kristin shares massage techniques for the face and jaw, as well as "voice yoga!" Learn how to do "rollercoasters," how to find the hyoid and release the vocal cords, how to massage the face muscles, and how to "microdose" your vocalization exercises if you have prolapse, and more.

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Feb 03, 202135:35
Ep 52: Prolapse & Pelvic Tension Q&A! ⚡...Plus Lift launch update!

Ep 52: Prolapse & Pelvic Tension Q&A! ⚡...Plus Lift launch update!

What fun! 52 is my favorite number... and this show, in which I introduce my brand new "course baby" into the world, happens to be episode 52! There are no accidents. 😉

THANK YOU to my Instagram family for asking such amazing questions for this rapid-fire Q&A! 

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Jan 27, 202146:53
Ep 51: Loving your Meridians for Prolapse and Bladder Health w/ Dr. Jannine Krause

Ep 51: Loving your Meridians for Prolapse and Bladder Health w/ Dr. Jannine Krause

As stress and pressure in my work life has increased, guess what... some of my pelvic health symptoms have worsened! Specifically, urinary urgency and frequency, as well as feelings of heaviness in my pelvis. Yep! I'm outing myself. Pelvic health is for LIFE, and it's a constant work in progress... even for the experts. 

As a pelvic health expert in need of a little EXTRA pelvic floor self-help, I turned to my good friend Dr. Jannine Krause to discuss the meridian system as a pelvic healing modality.

In this episode you'll learn about the bladder, kidney, and spleen meridians and how these "energetic highways" can help -- or hinder -- our pelvic health. Jannine shares specific tips about how to eat for the health of these meridians and how to care for them: what time of the day they need to be supported most, and a specific position to heal and replenish them. 

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Jan 20, 202143:02
Ep 50: Encore! Affirmation Challenge Day 5

Ep 50: Encore! Affirmation Challenge Day 5

Every day I elevate. 🌟 There is no failure. Everything is an opportunity for elevation if you change your interpretation of the word “failure.” Rather than failure, it’s an opportunity for a fresh start.

Thanks for joining me for these 5 beautiful days of affirmations!

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Jan 15, 202124:02
Ep 49: Encore! Affirmation Challenge Day 4

Ep 49: Encore! Affirmation Challenge Day 4

Welcome to DAY FOUR of my 5-day affirmation challenge! This is an encore presentation originally seen on Facebook/Instagram Live to kick off the new year. 

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Jan 14, 202118:27
Ep 48: Encore! Affirmation Challenge Day 3

Ep 48: Encore! Affirmation Challenge Day 3

Welcome to DAY THREE of my 5-day affirmation challenge! This is an encore presentation originally seen on Facebook/Instagram Live to kick off the new year. 

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Jan 13, 202114:16
Ep 47: Encore! Affirmation Challenge Day 2

Ep 47: Encore! Affirmation Challenge Day 2

Welcome to DAY TWO of my 5-day affirmation challenge! This is an encore presentation originally seen on Facebook/Instagram Live to kick off the new year. 

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Jan 12, 202114:15
Ep 46: Encore! Affirmation Challenge Day 1

Ep 46: Encore! Affirmation Challenge Day 1

Welcome to DAY ONE of my 5-day affirmation challenge! This is an encore presentation originally seen on Facebook/Instagram Live to kick off the new year. 

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Jan 11, 202118:19
Ep 45: Understanding Prolapse and Biotensegrity w/ Anna Crowle

Ep 45: Understanding Prolapse and Biotensegrity w/ Anna Crowle

In this mind-blowing interview with Anna Crowle, you'll develop a deeper understanding of prolapse and a new way to describe it (as a pelvic organ shift or pull, rather than a "drop" or "fall"). I encourage you to LISTEN to our interview, and then watch the video version to learn even more!

Want EVEN MORE guidance? Check out our "Part Two" training which dives deeper into scar tissue release techniques (including for C-section scars), causes of tension, and self-treatment options. This "Part Two" training is available in the bonus content of my Lift program: https://www.vibrantpelvichealth.com/lift

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Jan 06, 202131:07
Ep 44: 2020 Reflections for me, AND FOR YOU

Ep 44: 2020 Reflections for me, AND FOR YOU

Grab a journal and a pen, and pause the recording as often as needed so that you can document YOUR 2020 reflections (as you listen to mine)! Includes thought-provoking prompts from my coach, Emma Dunwoody. Learn more about Emma at emmadunwoody.com and be sure to subscribe to her show, The Human Design Podcast (it's so good)! 

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Until next time, eat clean... Move every day... SHINE BRIGHTER!

Dec 30, 202039:43
Ep 43: The Layers of the Pelvic Floor w/ Alicia Patterson (Part 2)

Ep 43: The Layers of the Pelvic Floor w/ Alicia Patterson (Part 2)

Welcome! This is part two of a two-part series with somatic counselor and women's pelvic health expert Alicia Patterson. We discuss the layers of the pelvic floor and pelvic healing. The more superficial/surface layers represent boundaries that protect (and open or close to let things in and out)... The second layer is the levator ani muscle group; it's profoundly strong, foundational, and represents our identity + our story. The third layer is the cervix, which contains ancient information that's BEYOND our conscious "stories." 

Pour yourself a cup of tea and settle in, as we discuss what all of this means!

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Dec 23, 202037:13
Ep 42: Awaken the Cervix and Melt Body Armor w/ Alicia Patterson (Part 1)

Ep 42: Awaken the Cervix and Melt Body Armor w/ Alicia Patterson (Part 1)

Welcome back to another amazing interview! This is part one of a two-part series with somatic counselor and women's pelvic health expert Alicia Patterson. You'll learn how to melt body armor and awaken the cervix for more energy and vitality.

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Dec 16, 202045:58
Ep 41: The Effect of the Iliacus on Digestion and Pelvic Health w/ Christine Koth

Ep 41: The Effect of the Iliacus on Digestion and Pelvic Health w/ Christine Koth

Hey friends, I'm back!!! Thanks for your patience with my "hibernation." We're officially kicking off Season 3 of the podcast!

In this interview with Christine Koth, MPT, you'll learn all about the iliopsoas muscle group, and in particular, the iliacus muscle... A small muscle that has a BIG IMPACT on digestion and pelvic health. Christine Koth is the author of "Tight Hips, Twisted Core." Discover how to identify and release the iliacus for less pain and better health!  

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Dec 02, 202039:47
Ep 40: Key Tenets of a Lifted Lifestyle (prolapse and more)

Ep 40: Key Tenets of a Lifted Lifestyle (prolapse and more)

Subscribe so that you can be notified when I'm back for Season 3! (Short break coming up.) In the meantime, enjoy these basic principles for living a "lifted lifestyle," since your lifestyle habits make up 99% of your day. These tips will help prevent prolapse and bladder leakage, and can reduce symptoms if you already have a pelvic health condition. Consult with a women's health physical therapist in your area for individualized evaluation and treatment, and if this conversation LIGHTS YOU UP, then check out my Lift + FemSquad bundle! I'd love to welcome you into our community.

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Oct 14, 202050:44
Ep 39: The Forgiveness Wound... And what a miraculous self-healing actually sounds like!

Ep 39: The Forgiveness Wound... And what a miraculous self-healing actually sounds like!

*This is my personal story, and is not to be used as a substitute for medical treatment or advice.

Just like episode 34, here's another super personal installment! In this episode, I discuss the power of forgiveness and releasing deeply held fears and resentments. Healing "the forgiveness wound" (i.e. all of the open, gaping areas of my life for which self-forgiveness and forgiveness of others would be a balm) has been a big step on my personal self-healing journey! 

If this conversation interests you, then Transcend, my next level of coaching, is for you. Transcend is ideal for women who have been through Lift (or a similar pelvic floor/core restoration program) and know that there's MORE to healing than exercise and lifestyle alone. If you're interested in going deeper and learning how to become your own inner healer, join the waiting list for the current (or next) round of this deeply supportive experience: https://www.vibrantpelvichealth.com/transcend

Links and Resources:

  • "The Power of Your Subconscious Mind" by Joseph Murphy, as mentioned on the show: https://amzn.to/2Gi74Y2
  • Connect with Emma Dunwoody, my amazing coach (who is featured at the end of the show): https://emmadunwoody.com
  • Don't miss Emma's Podcast, "The Human Design Podcast with Emma Dunwoody"
  • Learn more about Lift - my 5 week pelvic support series that includes my amazing FemSquad community: https://bit.ly/liftforfree

Thank you for your curiosity and open-mindedness. Until next time, eat clean... Move every day... SHINE BRIGHTER!

Oct 07, 202039:17
Ep 38: Toys and Products to Use During and After Recovery from Pelvic Pain

Ep 38: Toys and Products to Use During and After Recovery from Pelvic Pain

Are you getting enough "Vitamin P?" (Pleasure!) Whether or not you're dealing with pelvic pain, pleasure is an essential component of healing and it helps us ALL live our best lives. When we feel good, we do good! 

In this super-informative interview with Nicole Guappone, you'll learn why sex doesn't have to involve intercourse or orgasm, products and toys that can help relieve pelvic pain, the difference between dilators and dildos, how to approach a sex toy shop, what to look for in a lube, how to use products for trigger point release, and so much more. 

We keep the conversation real, but we also keep it clean and respectful. Regardless, you might want to listen with headphones if you're in a public setting.

Sep 30, 202057:40
Ep 37: Pelvic Pain and Your First Visit to a Pelvic Floor Physical Therapist

Ep 37: Pelvic Pain and Your First Visit to a Pelvic Floor Physical Therapist

Today's show is part two of a 3-part series about pelvic pain and tension! Please listen to episode 36 for part one, where Laura shares her story about how she resolved a nearly 15 year struggle with pelvic pain. 

In this episode, I read a segment from my book, Lady Bits, that's specifically related to pelvic pain and dyspareunia (painful sex). You'll also learn what to expect during your first visit to a women's health physical therapist (pelvic floor physio). 

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Thank you for listening; stay tuned for the rest of the pelvic pain series!

Sep 23, 202023:05
Ep 36: After 15 years of pain, pelvic tension was the missing link! Laura's story...

Ep 36: After 15 years of pain, pelvic tension was the missing link! Laura's story...

In this episode I'm joined by Laura, who shares her very personal story of HOPE and healing. After almost 15 years of pelvic pain and constant visits to the doctor, she finally overcame her symptoms by unraveling pelvic tension — something she had never before considered. Laura shares her favorite stretches, how she committed to a daily stretching practice, all the ways her life has improved over the last year of dedicated stretching and release, and so much more! THANK YOU, Laura... Your story means the world to me, and I know it will uplift other women (and men) who are struggling and feeling frustrated right now.  

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Thank you for listening; stay tuned for the rest of the pelvic pain series!

Sep 16, 202019:36