Beyond Kegels: Revolutionizing Pelvic Floor Health After Birth | 237

Beyond Kegels: Revolutionizing Pelvic Floor Health After Birth | 237

Author: Trish Ware, RN January 9, 2026 Duration: 32:32

Trish welcomes Dr. Courtney Johnson, a pelvic floor physical therapist specializing in women's health for female athletes and active moms. Together, they challenge the outdated advice of relying solely on Kegels, explaining why tight pelvic floors aren't necessarily strong and can contribute to issues like leakage, prolapse, and pain, while debunking the normalization of postpartum symptoms as "just part of being a mom." Dr. Courtney advocates for a holistic approach to recovery, emphasizing the role of factors such as stress, sleep, sunshine, breathing techniques, pressure management, lifestyle habits, and even loose clothing in supporting pelvic floor health and the broader core system. Don't miss this empowering conversation aimed at helping mamas reclaim their body and mind after childbirth.

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Helpful Timestamps:

  1. 01:55 The Misconceptions of Pelvic Floor Health
  2. 03:06 Beyond Kegels: A Holistic Approach to Healing
  3. 05:12 The Importance of Proper Diagnosis and Treatment
  4. 06:41 Why Kegels Aren't Always the Answer
  5. 08:18 The Bigger Picture: Integrating Pelvic Floor Health with Overall Well-being
  6. 10:18 The Need for Updated Knowledge and Referrals
  7. 13:38 Effective Pelvic Floor Exercises
  8. 16:59 Understanding Pressure Management
  9. 20:45 Healing Past Trauma
  10. 24:17 Empowering Women's Health

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Ever find yourself scrolling through endless forums late at night, wondering about the real, unfiltered details of childbirth that no one seems to talk about plainly? The Birth Experience with Labor Nurse Mama is here to change that. Hosted by Trish Ware, RN, this podcast draws directly from her years in the delivery room, where she’s helped bring thousands of newborns into the world. She knows the questions that keep you up at night, from the logistical-like how to effectively push or what Pitocin actually does-to the vulnerable fears about epidurals, VBACs, or those embarrassing but totally normal moments. Trish moves beyond clinical jargon to offer honest, compassionate, and evidence-based insights that feel like a conversation with a trusted friend who’s seen it all. Each episode tackles a specific aspect of pregnancy, labor, and early parenting, like navigating breastfeeding challenges or figuring out newborn care, with the goal of replacing anxiety with practical knowledge. Tuning into this podcast means getting a seasoned labor nurse’s perspective delivered with warmth and a deep understanding of what you’re going through, helping you feel more prepared and empowered for your own journey.
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