Core 4 Momentum: Empowering Women in Pelvic Health

Episode 14 shines a light on urge incontinence. Our host, Dr. Jessica Thompson, PT, DPT, interviews co host, Dr. Amy Newberry, PT, DPT, on what urge incontinence is, what common triggers are, and the science behind the brain and bladder connection. Amy also gives us a step by step guide to utilize to help decrease urge incontinence. Listen to the end to hear both Amy and Jessica share childhood incontinence stories.

Do you or someone you know need help from a pelvic health physical therapist? Find one near you at https://pelvicrehab.com/, https://ptl.womenshealthapta.org/

Links to meditation apps mentioned in this episode: https://headspace.com , https://calm.com 

Follow and connect with Amy on instagram @amypelvicpt 

Link to the Core 4 Momentum T shirt shop where all proceeds go towards expanding pelvic health access to those in need: 

https://core-4-mom-entum.myshopify.com/ 

Link to the Core 4 Momentum Facebook Group for women interested in learning more about their pelvic health: https://www.facebook.com/groups/core4momentum

Link to the Pelvic Health Kickstarters Facebook Group for Pre-PT/SPT/Entry-level clinicians interested in becoming pelvic health clinicians: https://www.facebook.com/groups/1186501018369467

In this episode, officially meet Dr. Jessica Thompson, the co-host for the Core 4 Momentum podcast. Learn about Jessica's journey to becoming a pelvic physical therapist and where she is today! Could being a pelvic physical therapist be your calling too?? Listen to this episode to find out!

To connect with Jessica, follow her instagram @drjt_thepelvicpt!

To find a pelvic physical therapist, check out the links below:

https://ptl.womenshealthapta.org/

https://pelvicrehab.com/

Link to the Core 4 Momentum Facebook Group for women interested in learning more about their pelvic health: https://www.facebook.com/groups/core4momentum

Link to the Pelvic Health Kickstarters Facebook Group for Pre-PT/SPT/Entry-level clinicians interested in becoming pelvic health clinicians: https://www.facebook.com/groups/1186501018369467

As women, mothers, and professionals, we wear many hats and often find a hard time prioritizing simply taking a break. This episode highlights the importance of rest in our lives. Sometimes overworking ourselves can be detrimental to our health. Hear Phalia's story about a potentially fatal health scare related to her busy lifestyle and how she made the necessary lifestyle modifications to stay alive and thrive! She hosts her own podcast where she empowers others to take care of themselves. Listen and subscribe to Phalia's podcast, How to Take a Break, on all major platforms. Follow her on instagram @pmkester. Use this link to go directly to her affordable Etsy shop to purchase the resources to help organize your day to include breaks https://www.etsy.com/listing/912252780/journal-pages-printable-instant-download?ref=hp_rv-1. 

Want to learn more about the science behind why we all need to take breaks and keep our autonomic nervous system in balance? Check out this article by Dr. Smulders, a naturopathic medical doctor. http://drsmulders.com/blog-1/2018/12/11/balance-your-brain. 

This episode was hosted by Dr. Jessica Thompson, PT, DPT. Follow her on IG @drjt_thepelvicpt. Join our Core 4 Momentum Facebook Group and follow our IG @Core4Momentum to stay connected and empowered. 

In this episode, our host, Dr. Jessica Thompson, PT, DPT interviews co-host Dr. Amy Newberry, PT, DPT about what pelvic physical therapy is, what conditions pelvic physical therapists treat, and what you can expect in your first appointment. Listen to this episode to the end to accept the CHALLENGE! 

To connect with Amy, follow her instagram @amypelvicpt! 

To find a pelvic physical therapist, check out the links below: 

https://ptl.womenshealthapta.org/

https://pelvicrehab.com/

Link to the Core 4 Momentum Facebook Group for women interested in learning more about their pelvic health: https://www.facebook.com/groups/core4momentum

Link to the Pelvic Health Kickstarters Facebook Group for Pre-PT/SPT/Entry-level clinicians interested in becoming pelvic health clinicians: https://www.facebook.com/groups/1186501018369467

Tinkle when you’re tickled? Sprinkle when you sneeze? Pee when you pounce? In this episode, Dr. Qualls, physical therapist and certified pelvic rehab practitioner,  discusses stress urinary incontinence. She overviews what it is, why it happens, who is more susceptible, and how physical therapists treat it. Dr. Qualls has her own practice, and she is happy to consult with anyone. Please contact her by phone at 301-246-2353, her website www.qualitytouchpt.com, or social media @qualitytouchpt.

In this episode, you will learn all about infertility from Dr. Eliza Cait, PT, DPT. She discusses some factors that may contribute to infertility, the challenges of experiencing infertility, and who to have on your team while you navigate your journey. Learn about being more conscientiousness about what you put in and on your body and much more!

Connect with Dr. Eliza Cait, PT, DPT at https://elizacait.com/ and check out her blog!

Link to the Core 4 Momentum Facebook Group for women interested in learning more about their pelvic health: https://www.facebook.com/groups/core4momentum

Link to the Pelvic Health Kickstarters Facebook Group for Pre-PT/SPT/Entry-level clinicians interested in becoming pelvic health clinicians: https://www.facebook.com/groups/1186501018369467

In this week's episode, Core 4 Momentum tribe member, Jennifer, opens up about her experience with having a home birth with her third child. Having a hospital birth with her first two daughters, Jennifer has gained a lot of insight on her personal pros and cons of both.  She shares how she made the decision to try home birth, the preparation leading up to deliver, and the intimacy and intricacies of her baby's birthday! We also discuss the prevalence of certified midwives in the country and barriers that some women have when seeking out of hospital births. Jennifer is an aspiring doula and an amazing mom, who is willing to help anyone who has questions about choosing home birth. Connect with her through our Core 4 Momentum private Facebook group or email her @[email protected]. 

Today the FIRST of our many "Birth Stories" edition is available! Listen to Diane Butler talk about her birth stories with each of her three girls, including our very own, Dr. Tori Butler, PT, DPT as our host! You will learn about how every pregnancy, labor, and delivery are unique experiences. Know that you are NOT alone in what you feel and experience through your pregnancy and delivery. 

If YOU have a birth story you want to share, join our online community at the link below and let us know! 

Link to the Core 4 Momentum Facebook Group for women interested in learning more about their pelvic health: https://www.facebook.com/groups/core4momentum

Link to the Pelvic Health Kickstarters Facebook Group for Pre-PT/SPT/Entry-level clinicians interested in becoming pelvic health clinicians: https://www.facebook.com/groups/1186501018369467

Listen as Child Birth Educator, Doula, and Certified Lactation Consultant, Kacey Widmeyer, IBCLC, MA debunks the age old breastfeeding myths to help us all distinguish the truth from the not true at all! She also provides tips on getting the best latch, breastfeeding schedules, and tools to help the process be as comfortable as possible. You will finish this episode feeling empowered because ALL women have what it takes to breastfeed with the proper education and resources. You can connect with Kacey at atenderbeginning.com or message her directly in our Core 4 Momentum Facebook group! 

Link to the Core 4 Momentum Facebook Group for women interested in learning more about their pelvic health: https://www.facebook.com/groups/core4momentum

Link to the Pelvic Health Kickstarters Facebook Group for Pre-PT/SPT/Entry-level clinicians interested in becoming pelvic health clinicians: https://www.facebook.com/groups/1186501018369467

In this episode, we interview Rayann Sprenkle, an Exercise Scientist who specializes in working with CrossFit athletes, but also has tremendous experience working with Division 1 collegiate athletes, weekend warriors, and women who are pregnant and postpartum. Some of the topics covered in this episode include how to prepare your body for a healthy pregnancy, how to maintain fitness during pregnancy, postpartum health and wellness, safe exercises during pregnancy, and which exercises to avoid during pregnancy! 

Find Rayann Sprenkle on Facebook or Instagram @sa_valkyrie_ to follow her journey!

Link to the Core 4 Momentum Facebook Group for women interested in learning more about their pelvic health: https://www.facebook.com/groups/core4momentum

Link to the Pelvic Health Kickstarters Facebook Group for Pre-PT/SPT/Entry-level clinicians interested in becoming pelvic health clinicians: https://www.facebook.com/groups/1186501018369467