150- Healing Through the Holidays // Nourishment Over Guilt, Intention Over Perfection

150- Healing Through the Holidays // Nourishment Over Guilt, Intention Over Perfection

Author: Dr. Desiree Cassell | Pelvic Floor Physical Therapist, Women’s Health Specialist, Strong and Fit Momma November 25, 2025 Duration: 29:26
 In this cozy but truth-dropping episode, Dr. Desiree dives into the real reasons holiday stress can sabotage your pelvic floor and core healing — and what to do about it. Whether you’re navigating endless social events, indulging in sweets, or skipping your breathwork during the holidays… this one’s for you, babe. You’ll learn how to enjoy the season without falling off track, how your nervous system and nutrition work together for healing, and easy ways to feel grounded and nourished (even when your schedule is packed). We’re ditching the guilt and learning how to restore — inside and out. 💡 In this episode, we cover: Why the holidays often trigger setbacks in core/pelvic floor healing How to shift from “all or nothing” into nourishment + consistency 3 daily habits that keep you grounded during high-stress seasons Simple swaps for holiday food + movement that still support healing Why connection > perfection during this time of year 🎁 Grab your holiday support bundle inside the RESTORE program! This 12-week self-paced healing journey is your step-by-step blueprint for rebuilding strength, stability, and confidence — starting from your breath to your pelvic floor and beyond. 🚨 BLACK FRIDAY SALE: Get RESTORE for $397 (normally $497!) — through November only. ✨ use code: RESTORE100 at check out…. Learn more here: https://pelvic-floor-core--more.passion.io/checkout/a03150a0-ada0-49b3-be55-24420a2608db 💬 Quotes to Remember: “Your body doesn’t need punishment. It needs consistency and compassion.” “You can enjoy the holidays and keep showing up for your healing. One breath at a time.” 🔁 Ready to Go Deeper?: 💌 Ready to reconnect with your core and pelvic floor — the right way? Grab my FREE Masterclass + 5 min breathwork exercise routine “Root to Rise: Pelvic Floor 101 Foundations” and learn the key steps to healing from the inside out. Whether you’re postpartum, dealing with leaking, pressure, or just feel disconnected… this is where your true strength begins. ✨ Get Access to your FREE Masterclass Here You don’t need more guesswork — you need grounded, whole-body healing. 🌀 Ready to take the next step? If you’re done guessing and Googling, and you’re ready to stop peeing your pants, living with pressure, or feeling disconnected from your body — it’s time to RESTORE. My signature self-paced pelvic floor & core healing program is open now — built for real women, real schedules, and real life. ☀️ Evidence-based. Nervous system-informed. Holistically healing. Inside RESTORE you’ll get: ✔️ 12 weeks of progressive breathwork, mobility & strength ✔️ 5- and 20-minute workouts to fit your life ✔️ Deep pelvic floor education (with zero fluff) ✔️ Real-life tools to reduce pain, improve leaks, and feel like YOU again ✔️ Access to our private community and support Inside RESTORE, we cover: Breathwork + pelvic floor connection Mobility + posture Nervous system regulation Core control + strength building Real-life application to everyday movement And how to stop leaking, rushing to the bathroom, or feeling disconnected from your core You’ll walk away from RESTORE with clarity, confidence, and a body you trust again. JOIN RESTORE NOW FOR INSTANT ACCESS TO LESSONS AND EXERCISES AT JUST $497 BEFORE PRICES INCREASE TO $997!!  https://pelvic-floor-core--more.passion.io/checkout/a03150a0-ada0-49b3-be55-24420a2608db 💖 Or Want Personalized 1:1 Coaching and Support? Book a virtual or in-person women’s health coaching/pelvic floor physical therapy session tailored to YOU. 📧 Email: PTDes@balancedmomtality.com ✨ 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 tha

Navigating motherhood brings immense joy alongside unique physical challenges that often go unspoken. Pelvic Floor, Core & More | Healing Beyond Kegels is a space where those conversations happen, guided by Dr. Desiree Cassell, a pelvic floor physical therapist and women’s health specialist who is also a strong and fit mom herself. This podcast moves far beyond basic Kegel exercises, delving into the interconnected systems of the body that support a woman’s health through pregnancy, birth, and the many phases of postpartum life. You’ll find discussions on practical, functional core rehabilitation, preparing your body for birth with confidence, and navigating recovery with a focus on sustainable strength. Each episode integrates understanding of nervous system regulation and holistic self-care, recognizing that true wellness for moms is multifaceted. The aim is to provide actionable, evidence-based strategies that fit into a busy life, helping you move without fear of pain or dysfunction, and ultimately feel resilient in your own body. Tune in for a compassionate, expert-led dialogue that redefines postpartum care as a lifelong journey of healing and strength. This is the supportive resource you’ve been looking for, offering clarity and empowerment one episode at a time.
Author: Language: English Episodes: 100

Pelvic Floor, Core & More | Healing Beyond Kegels: Core Rehab, Prenatal Fitness, Birth Prep, Postpartum Recovery, Nervous System Regulation, and Holistic Self-Care for Moms
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Duration: 15:14
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