128- 10 Everyday Habits That Can Cause Pelvic Heaviness and Prolapse… Or Make It Worse

Have you ever felt heaviness, pressure, or bulging “down there” and wondered if it’s prolapse… or worried about making it worse? You are not alone, mama. 💛 Prolapse is common, but not normal — and most women are never told how their everyday habits can either support healing or put more strain on their pelvic floor. In this episode of Pelvic Floor, Core & More, Dr. Desiree Cassell, pelvic floor physical therapist, unpacks the 10 most common daily habits that can cause prolapse or make symptoms worse. You’ll learn how to recognize these patterns, what to do instead, and how to finally stop feeling broken or fearful of movement. 💡 Inside This Episode You’ll Learn: ✅ What prolapse actually is (and how to know if you might have it). ✅ The 10 most common habits that worsen prolapse, including: Holding your breath when lifting Constantly sucking in your stomach Straining on the toilet Skipping strength training or doing only kegels Ignoring your body’s red flags ✅ What to do instead to protect and support your pelvic floor. ✅ How breathwork, fascia release, posture, and strength work all play a role in healing. ✅ When it’s time to get support from a pelvic floor PT. 🌸 Why This Matters: Prolapse doesn’t mean you’re broken. It doesn’t mean you can’t move, exercise, or enjoy life. With the right awareness and tools, you can heal, get stronger, and feel confident again. Knowledge is power — and this episode gives you the clarity you’ve been missing. ✨ Next Steps: 📲 Download the Pelvic Floor, Core & More App →  for guided breathwork, mobility, and strength progressions you can do at home. - Download PCM App iTunes: https://apps.apple.com/us/app/pelvic-floor-core-more/id6740750561  - Download PCM App Google Play: https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=com.pqw8e051gua.pmh8skrtsapp&pcampaignid=web_share 💎 Join RESTORE, my 12-week program that walks you step by step through pelvic floor and core healing — so you can stop leaking, reduce prolapse symptoms, and feel strong again.  https://balancedmomtality.com/restore  🎧 Don’t forget to subscribe to Pelvic Floor, Core & More so you never miss an empowering episode about pelvic floor health, core strength, and whole-body healing.   👉 If this episode resonated with you, share it with a mom friend who needs to hear that healing is possible. And don’t forget to subscribe so you never miss an empowering conversation about pelvic health, core strength, and whole-body healing.   💖 Want Personalized Support? Book a virtual or in-person pelvic floor physical therapy session tailored to YOU. 📧 Email: PTDes@balancedmomtality.com 🌿 Join the Momtality Community: 👯‍♀️ Free Facebook Group: Balanced Momtality Wellness + Support 💌 Get on the VIP list: https://newsletter.balancedmomtality.com/ 💬 Stay Connected: IG: @the_balanced_momtality FB: @thebalancedmomtality Web: www.balancedmomtality.com 🎧 Share the love: Found this powerful? Send it to a mama who’s ready to rise — and don’t forget to leave a 5-star review! 💖 Prefer 1:1 or Hybrid Support? Let’s build a plan just for you. Email PTDes@balancedmomtality.com Keywords: prolapse support, posture and pelvic floor, breathwork for leaking, body awareness practice, pelvic floor app, somatic healing women, core healing, postpartum, pregnancy, postpartum recovery, grounding, nervous system healing, regulation for moms, pregnancy fitness, prenatal workout, safe exercise during pregnancy, pelvic floor health pregnancy, core exercises pregnancy, prepare for birth, prenatal exercise tips, pregnancy workout modifications