120- Back to You: How to Prioritize Your Pelvic Floor Healing as the Kids Go Back to School

120- Back to You: How to Prioritize Your Pelvic Floor Healing as the Kids Go Back to School

Author: Dr. Desiree Cassell | Pelvic Floor Physical Therapist, Women’s Health Specialist, Strong and Fit Momma August 11, 2025 Duration: 22:38
It’s officially back-to-school season — and if your calendar is already filling up with snacks, soccer, drop-offs and appointments… this episode is your reminder: ✨ You still get to be a priority. ✨ Your healing doesn’t have to wait. ✨ You’re allowed to take up space on your own calendar. In this episode, Dr. Desiree shares a soul-nourishing (but practical) roadmap for creating nervous-system-safe structure this fall — and why getting “organized” doesn’t just help your time, it helps your core + pelvic floor heal more effectively. You’ll walk away with easy, low-effort ways to weave regulation, rest, and reconnection into your daily routines — even if life is hectic. Inside this episode: Why fall routines often reactivate symptoms for moms The deep link between scheduling stress and pelvic floor pain or leaking How dysregulation leads to setbacks in your healing journey Why your nervous system needs structure to feel safe enough to release Quick micro-routines to support your body while staying productive A heartfelt reminder that prioritizing your health is not selfish — it’s strategic This is for you if: You’re navigating postpartum recovery or stress while juggling kids' schedules You feel like you’re falling to the bottom of your own priority list You want to support your healing without adding more to your to-do list You’re ready to feel strong, present, and regulated again this season 🎁 Bonus: This episode pairs beautifully with the Regulate to Rebuild bonus inside RESTORE — open your app and start now. Mentioned in This Episode: 💖 RESTORE — My 12-week program for pelvic floor, core & nervous system healing 📲 Download the Pelvic Floor, Core & More App — Breathwork, movement, and guided recovery tools 🎧 Want more? Listen to: “What to Do When You Feel Disconnected From Your Body” Healing isn’t about doing more — it’s about tuning in. You’re not broken, mama. And you don’t have to wait to begin. 💫 💖 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! 💫 Begin Your Journey with RESTORE & Continue the Full Embodiment Inside The Empowered Core Collective! This on-demand 12-week program blends physical therapy, breathwork, and core strengthening — all inside your pocket. Or Choose to join my signature 6 mo Group Coaching Program The Empowered Core, where I guide you with support, new tools and mind/body connection throughout the 12 wks in RESTORE and 3 more mo beyond so you can have the time and tools to fully embody this transformation! 📲 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 💻 More info about RESTORE & The Empowered Core: https://balancedmomtality.com/restore  🌟 Be a Founding Member The Empowered Core is open now for a select group of women ready to grow from strong… to sovereign. 🌿 Learn more & apply: https://balancedmomtality.com/restore 🌟 Inside The Empowered Core, you’ll get: ✅ Monthly group coaching calls + mini masterclasses with Dr. Des ✅ Access to a private, high-vibe VIP community of like-minded women ✅ Weekly Des Drops – audio pep talks, healing prompts, or movement wisdom ✅ A curated library of journal prompts, rituals, and embodiment tools ✅ Ongoing inspiration + expert answers to keep you grounded and growing This isn’t just continued access — it’s continued expansion. If RESTORE is your reboot… The Empowe

There's a lot of noise out there about "bouncing back" after having a baby, often centered on intense workouts and restrictive diets. Pelvic Floor, Core & More | Healing Beyond Kegels cuts through that clutter with a different, more sustainable approach. Hosted by Dr. Desiree Cassell, a pelvic floor physical therapist and women's health specialist, this podcast is a resource for mothers at any stage-whether you're preparing for birth, navigating the early postpartum months, or years beyond and still dealing with the lingering effects of pregnancy. The conversations here move far beyond basic Kegel exercises, diving into practical core rehabilitation, nervous system regulation, and holistic self-care strategies that fit into a real, busy life. You'll hear about functional movements that build strength without fear, ways to prepare your body for labor with confidence, and compassionate guidance for the long journey of postpartum recovery. Dr. Cassell brings her professional expertise and personal experience as a strong and fit momma to every episode, offering actionable advice that prioritizes feeling capable and healthy over adhering to punishing routines. This is a space where the complexities of the female body are honored, not rushed, providing a sense of community and grounded knowledge for anyone looking to heal and thrive through motherhood.
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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