[REPLAY] 2025 Top 4- How to Progress Kegels and Pelvic Floor Strengthening Exercises to Prevent Leaking, Pain and Pelvic Organ Prolapse

[REPLAY] 2025 Top 4- How to Progress Kegels and Pelvic Floor Strengthening Exercises to Prevent Leaking, Pain and Pelvic Organ Prolapse

Author: Dr. Desiree Cassell | Pelvic Floor Physical Therapist, Women’s Health Specialist, Strong and Fit Momma December 29, 2025 Duration: 23:40
Hey love 💛 This is the SECOND most played episode of 2025 so its back for a REPLAY! Ever wondered:❓ “When should I progress beyond kegels?”❓ “How do I stop leaking when I jump or run?”❓ “Am I actually making my pelvic floor stronger… or stressing it out more?” If you’ve tried doing kegels and core workouts but still feel confused about how to level up safely — this episode is for YOU. 🙌 Inside today’s episode, I’m walking you through: The key signs your body is ready to progress What you MUST have in place before jumping into high-intensity workouts Why leaking, pain or pressure can worsen if you skip steps My unique approach to progressive pelvic floor & core rehab that doesn’t rely on just doing more reps This is the same step-by-step approach I teach inside my 12-week signature program — RESTORE — now available inside the Pelvic Floor, Core & More app. 🌱 Inside RESTORE, You’ll Learn: ✔️ How to build from breathwork and reconnection ➡ to strength and impact✔️ How to align your Body Boundaries (pain, peeing, pressure) and the ABCs (alignment, breath, core)✔️ When and how to progress intensity without making your symptoms worse✔️ How to bring in weights, functional movement, and higher-impact training safely✔️ Weekly lessons + 5- and 20-min movement options✔️ Bonus: Nutrition, TMJ, manual therapy, & self-assessment modules✔️ PLUS coaching calls with me (your pelvic floor PT in your pocket 💛) 🚨 RESTORE BETA ENROLLMENT CLOSING SOONJoin the final cohort before the program DOUBLES to $997 in 2026.🎁 Holiday/New Year Beta Price: Just $497 🎯 Learn More Now!📲 Explore the app 💡 You don’t need to keep guessing, DIY-ing or avoiding movement out of fear. Let me show you how to reconnect and strengthen your body — the right way. And if you're experiencing pain, prolapse, leaking, or just feeling disconnected from your core — you can also book a virtual coaching session or an in-person visit at The Balanced Momtality just email me below! 📧 Questions or want to Book a Session? Reach out to me directly at PTDes@balancedmomtality.com Now hit play — and let’s Restore your confidence, strength & movement freedom 💪 ~ XO, Dr. Des  

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
Podcast Episodes
189- Why You Might Feel Worse Before You Feel Better in Rehab [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 19:58
Have you ever started doing the “right” exercises… only to feel more sore, more aware of symptoms, or more discouraged? It can be easy to assume something is wrong or that your program isn’t working — but that’s not alwa…
182- Why Kegels During Allergy Season Might Be Making Your Leaking Worse [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 25:27
If your leaking gets worse during allergy season… and your first instinct is to do more kegels — this episode might surprise you. Because while kegels can be helpful in some cases, they’re not always the solution — espec…