What if your pain isn’t proof that your body is broken... but evidence your brain is stuck in protection mode?

In this episode, I’m joined by Dan Buglio, mind-body coach and creator of Pain Free You. After living through 13 years of back pain and sciatica, Dan found Dr. Sarno’s work and began healing by shifting his understanding of pain.

Now, with over 120 success stories and a global audience, he helps others do the same, including many with bladder pain and interstitial cystitis.

We talk about what full recovery actually looks like, how fear and "nocebos" keep symptoms alive, why pelvic floor tension is a result, not a root cause, and how anger toward your symptoms can keep you stuck.

Dan also shares incredible stories of people who’ve gone from hopeless to fully healed — including one woman who was once bedridden with IC and is now thriving, traveling, and running her own charity.
If you’ve been told this is a life sentence, this episode is your permission to believe otherwise.

Listen now and learn how to retrain your brain, calm your nervous system, and reclaim your life.

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If you’re constantly planning your life around bathroom access, I see you. Not long ago, I would’ve missed half the night standing in line for the bathroom. But last week? I danced front row at the Jonas Brothers and rocked out at Aly & AJ without peeing once.

And no, I didn’t just get lucky. I had a strategy.
In this episode, I’m breaking down how hydration plays a massive role in bladder health, and why most people are getting it totally wrong.

Here’s what I cover in the episode:

• What actually happens in your body when you drink water
• Why restricting fluids to pee less usually makes things worse
• How hydration protects your bladder lining (and keeps urgency down)
• The signs you’re underhydrated or overhydrated
• IC-safe hydration options (teas, foods, electrolytes, etc.)
• Tips to sip smarter without triggering urgency

I’ll also share:

• My go-to hydration formula
• How to know if your pee is “normal”
• The hydration mistake I see most IC clients make
• What to do if drinking water hurts or triggers frequency

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What do you do when you're in pain, peeing every 15 minutes, and every doctor says your tests are normal?

In this episode, I’m joined by Sarah, one of my incredible clients from Road to Remission, who shares exactly what it took to go from daily flare-ups and hopelessness to traveling the world, eating freely, and feeling confident in her body again.

Sarah’s story is honest, emotional, and proof that healing is possible, even if you’ve been dismissed, gaslit, and stuck in survival mode for way too long.

We talk about:

• The UTI that never showed up on a test

• Her cystoscopy horror story (and the doctor who told her it wouldn’t hurt)

• What finally led her to find answers outside of the traditional medical system

• How she used nervous system work, pelvic floor therapy, and acupuncture to get real relief

• The moment she stopped living in fear of her bladder and started living her life again

Sarah went from flaring 24/7 and obsessing over every food choice to sipping margaritas at music festivals in Hungary without a single symptom. And the best part? Her symptoms weren’t food-triggered, and her healing had nothing to do with a strict diet.

This episode is for anyone who feels stuck, scared, and overwhelmed by the noise online. If you're wondering whether remission is possible for you, listen to this story. It’s the reminder you need.

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This episode dives into Amanda’s journey to find lasting interstitial cystitis relief through pelvic floor PT, nervous system work, and community support.

When I was first diagnosed with interstitial cystitis (IC), I felt so alone and hopeless. I know many of you have been there too, left with a list of foods to avoid and told there is nothing that can really help. That is why I am so excited to share this conversation with one of my clients, Amanda.

Amanda’s story is powerful. She went from constant urgency, frequency, and burning to living her life again, eating freely, enjoying holidays, and even going to a football game without fear of flares. In this episode, she opens up about what helped her find lasting IC relief and the turning points that made the biggest difference.

We talk about:

• What it was like for Amanda to be diagnosed with interstitial cystitis in such a dismissive way
• Why the IC diet did not give her the results she hoped for
• How pelvic floor PT and nervous system work gave her the breakthrough she needed
• The role of community and support in finally feeling understood
• How her life looks now compared to when she first got diagnosed

If you have ever wondered if relief is possible, this episode will remind you that healing is within reach.

Work with Callie:

FREE Holiday Master Class on Oct 8th at 7pm EST

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If you’ve ever stared at a pelvic wand or dilator and thought, “What the hell am I supposed to do with this?” Then this episode is for you!

This week I’m joined by pelvic floor physical therapist Rachel Peck, who walks you through tools that actually help with symptom management for interstitial cystitis (IC), pelvic pain, urinary urgency, and pelvic floor tension. We’re talking pelvic wands, dilators, TENS units, cupping, vibration therapy, and how to use these tools without feeling totally overwhelmed or discouraged.

We also talk about what it actually looks like to build a symptom management toolkit that fits into your life and gives you more control over your healing.

Whether you’re just starting pelvic PT or are in your DIY-healing era, this episode will help you feel more confident, more resourced, and less alone.

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Work with Callie:

FREE Holiday Master Class on Oct 8th at 7pm EST

Find Your IC & OAB Root Cause (free evergreen master class)

Join Road To Remission to get relief in 3-6 months

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If you’ve ever held your bladder during a meeting, a flight, or a road trip because you didn’t want to inconvenience anyone, this episode is for you.

In this episode, I’m walking you through what it means to advocate for yourself and the IC community, and why staying quiet might be protecting other people’s comfort at the expense of your own truth.

In this episode, I’m breaking down:

• Why we’ve been trained to shrink our stories and play small
• The mindset shift that helped me stop apologizing for my symptoms
• Small ways to talk about IC in everyday life (even if it feels awkward)
• A story about the coworker who surprised me with "I have IC too"
• Tangible steps to advocate for funding and research
• How sharing your story online actually moves the needle

If you've ever told yourself, “I don’t want to make people uncomfortable,” or “What’s the point, no one gets it,” I want you to really tune in. This isn’t just about becoming an advocate. It’s about refusing to gaslight yourself just to keep the peace.

Whether you're explaining IC to a friend or emailing your senator, your voice matters. Your story matters. And every step you take to get a little more visible makes a difference.

TAKE ACTION:

1. Share your story on social media and tag me @callieknutrition
2. Want help explaining IC in plain language? Go back and listen to Episode 102. It gives you actual scripts and examples for talking to loved ones.
3. Advocate to your legislators: Check out the ICA's Advocacy Toolkit to make it easier to reach out to your state reps and join the movement for more research and funding.

In this episode of IC You, I sit down with my client Jess to talk about her journey with interstitial cystitis (IC) and how nervous system work helped her find relief.

Jess shares:

• How her bladder pain started and why multiple tests gave her no answers

• The health anxiety spiral that made her symptoms worse

• Why regulating her nervous system was the missing piece in her healing

• How Road to Remission gave her tools, support, and confidence to move forward

If you’re navigating IC, bladder pain, or constant flares, Jess’s story will give you both hope and practical strategies for relief.

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Ever felt pelvic heaviness, pressure, or pain that doctors can’t explain or keep misdiagnosing?

You’re not imagining it, and it might be pelvic congestion syndrome (PCS). It’s one of the most overlooked causes of chronic pelvic pain, especially in people living with bladder symptoms, interstitial cystitis, overactive bladder, endometriosis, or pelvic floor dysfunction.

In this episode, I’m joined by Dr. Julie Sarton, a pelvic floor physical therapist with over 30 years of experience and founder of Sarton Pelvic Healing.

On this episode, we talk about:

• What pelvic congestion syndrome actually is (and how it’s different from other pelvic conditions)
• The two main causes: vascular reflux and compression
• Overlapping symptoms with IC, OAB, endo, prolapse, and more
• Why PCS gets missed in the diagnostic process—and what to do about it
• How to get an accurate diagnosis (including what kind of specialist to see)
• Treatment options: embolization, pelvic PT, and integrative care
• Real patient stories, misdiagnoses, and what full-body healing really looks like

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Join Road To Remission, the program that's helped 200+ people get relief from IC and OAB.

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Happy Interstitial Cystitis Awareness Month! This episode focuses on providing support for loved ones of individuals with Interstitial Cystitis (IC). In the episode, I discuss what IC is, its symptoms, and the importance of understanding and supporting those affected. I offer practical advice on how to help, including validating your loved one's experiences, learning about the condition, and creating a supportive environment. Additionally, I highlight common triggers for IC symptoms and emphasize the need for empathy and encouragement while avoiding harmful behaviors.

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In this episode of IC You, I sat down with my client Heidi to share her powerful story of living with interstitial cystitis (IC) for over 20 years.

Heidi opens up about what it was like to be misdiagnosed with endless UTIs, trying every supplement and medication under the sun, and feeling completely alone in her struggle. She also shares the turning point when things began to shift — discovering pelvic floor therapy, nervous system regulation, and the support of a community that finally gets it.

Inside our conversation, you’ll hear:

• How Heidi went from constant bladder pain and fear of flare-ups to living a full, active life again

• Why nervous system work and pelvic floor PT were game-changers in her healing

• The relief of finding a supportive IC community

• How she’s redefined “remission” and what healing really means to her

If you’re navigating interstitial cystitis and wondering if things can ever get better, Heidi’s story is a reminder that progress and healing are absolutely possible.

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