The Lady Birds

In this solo episode, Becky reflects on how pelvic health care has evolved and how her own clinical beliefs have changed over nearly a decade of practice. As patients return for second and third pregnancies, old advice resurfaces… and sometimes we have new research that has shown us that advice should be different. From breath mechanics to postpartum exercise, perineal massage, and prolapse, this episode is a candid look at what newer research (and real-life bodies) have taught us — and why as PT's we never have finally learned everything .

In this episode:

🫁 Breath work: Valsalva vs bearing down
🏃‍♀️ Postpartum timelines that aren’t one-size-fits-all
💪 Core strength beyond “neutral spine only”
🌸 Perineal massage as nervous system training
⬇️ Prolapse symptoms across multiple pregnancies
📚 How evidence + experience actually change practice
🧠 Letting go of outdated rules
🐦 A truly wild bird fact (as always)

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📱 Follow along on Instagram: @ladybirdpt
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In this episode, we do something a little different — Becky brings her mom (a recently retired clinical psychologist and Becky’s personal parenting coach) onto the podcast to answer the questions we all ask ourselves in the toddler years. Are we traumatizing our kids with diaper changes? Is screen time ruining everything? How do we set boundaries without being assholes? We talk tantrums, timeouts, discipline vs punishment, tech guilt, and why “good enough” parenting is actually the goal. Equal parts validating, educational, and deeply relieving.

In this episode:

🧠 Toddler brains & emotional development

📱 Screen time, guilt, and reality

😤 Tantrums, meltdowns & autonomy

🛑 Boundaries vs punishment

💬 Validation over fixing

🧩 “Good enough” parenting

🐦 And as always, a bird story! 

If you’ve ever wondered whether you’re messing up your kid just by existing — this one’s for you. Truly: hang in there.

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📩 Questions or episode ideas? Email us at [email protected]

📲 Follow along on Instagram: @ladybirdpt

🩺 Work with us in Austin, TX — pelvic floor PT for pregnancy, postpartum, and beyond

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In this solo episode, Jessica breaks down one of the most common postpartum questions: “Is this exercise safe for me right now?” Instead of universal timelines, fear-based rules, or the mythical “six-week clearance means it's time to run a 5k,” she walks you through a simple, framework you can use for literally any movement. Whether you're three months, three years, or a whole decade postpartum, this method helps you tune into your body, progress intentionally, and stop second-guessing every plank, jump, or core exercise.

In this episode:
💪 How to actually know if an exercise is safe
🧠 The difference between symptoms vs. normal effort
🫠 Why your early-postpartum core needs more attention
⬆️ Easy ways to modify without feeling like you’re “starting over”
🔄 When—and how—to reassess and progress
⚠️ When it’s time to bring in a pelvic floor PT
🤯 The truth about “universal timelines” (they don’t exist!)
🐦 A bonus bird fact that Jessica absolutely did not remember in advance

Postpartum exercise doesn’t need to feel like guessing in the dark — your body gives you more information than you realize.

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In this very off-duty, very unserious holiday episode, Jessica and Becky take a break from pelvic health and wander straight into the chaos of holiday traditions. From fake vs. real trees, to eggnog discourse, to matching pajamas, unpopular holiday opinions, and how Hanukkah and Christmas collide in their households — this one is cozy, a little spicy, and completely rooted in real-life end-of-year exhaustion.

In this episode: 

🎄 Real vs. fake trees vs the 3rd option you’ll have to listen to find out what it is

🥚 Eggnog: delightful? disgusting? only good with whiskey?

👚 Matching pajama culture and our thoughts

🎶 Strong opinions about Christmas music

📽️ Favorite holiday movies

🕯️ Navigating blended family holidays with humor and honesty

🦩 Flamingo bird fact, courtesy of Dr. Sam!

Whether you’re team real tree, team fake tree, or team “my kid will destroy whatever we put up,” we hope this episode made your holiday season feel a little lighter and a lot more human.

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🎁 Holiday Offer: $199 initial evaluations — purchase now, use later

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This week, we sat down with Moriel Levy of Juniper Babyproofing to talk about something that feels overwhelming for pretty much every parent: safety, stairs, gates, and all the things tiny humans love to climb, chew, or escape through. Instead of fear-based “what could kill my child?” vibes, Moriel walks us through a calmer, more grounded reframe — creating yes spaces that make your home safer and make your life easier.

In this episode:
🧗‍♀️ How “yes spaces” reduce stress and constant parent hovering
🗂️ What to actually prioritize when babyproofing
🚧 Stairs, gates & furniture anchors — what matters and why
🧰 Common mistakes people make
🐣 The toddler room = the new crib (and how to keep it safe)
✨ Aesthetic babyproofing is real and we deserve nice things
🐦 A taxidermy crow?? Moriel’s hilarious bird story

If babyproofing has been living rent-free in your brain, this episode might just give you permission to breathe again.

Find Moriel:

💻 https://www.juniperbabyproofing.com

📸 Instagram: @juniperbabyproofing

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🧑‍⚕️ Pelvic PT for pregnancy, postpartum, pelvic pain & beyond
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In this solo episode, Jessica breaks down one of the most under-talked-about postpartum topics: orgasms. What changes after pregnancy? Why do orgasms feel weaker, different, or sometimes downright painful? And what is the pelvic floor's role in an orgasm in the first place? Jessica walks listeners through the physiology of arousal, the role of pelvic floor tension vs. weakness, how hormones affect clitoral sensitivity, and why diminished orgasm isn’t something you just have to “live with.”

In this episode:

✨ Why making sure you're aroused is an important first step

🩸 Increased blood flow + tissue changes during arousal

💥 What pelvic floor contractions actually do in orgasm

💪 Weakness vs. tension — and how both mess with orgasm quality

🔥 When orgasm becomes painful and why

🧠 Clitoral sensitivity, hormones, and topical estrogen

🩺 When it’s a PT issue vs. when it’s a medical team issue

💗 You are not alone — diminished orgasm is common and fixable

Because pleasure is part of your health too — and you deserve a body that still feels like yours.

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In this solo episode (yes, Becky flies completely solo because Jessica lost her voice!), we unpack the confusion around the six-week postpartum visit — the OB/midwife check, the pelvic floor PT check, and why they both matter but for totally different reasons. Becky breaks down what “cleared” really means, why so many people feel blindsided when they jump back into exercise, and how to think about returning to movement without fear, shame, or internet-influencer nonsense. If you’ve ever wondered why your body still feels off after your doctor said you were “good to go,” this episode is your guide.

In this episode:

✨ The real goal of the 6-week OB/midwife visit

🩺 What pelvic floor PT is actually assessing

🏃‍♀️ Why “clearance” is not the same as “prepared”

💦 Leakage, heaviness & pain — common but treatable

🧠 Fear-based exercise rules vs actual risk

💪 How to rebuild confidence in your postpartum body

⏳ Why it’s never too late for pelvic floor PT

🦃 A surprisingly emotional Turkey fun fact

Postpartum clearance isn’t a finish line — it’s a starting point!

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🧡 In-person care in Austin + virtual care worldwide

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Bladder emptying isn’t exactly a hot topic — until it starts giving you problems. This week, Jessica and Becky dig into the science and habits behind how to pee effectively, from finding your body’s “relax” mode to specific tricks that help you fully empty. Whether you’re postpartum, managing leakage, or just curious, this episode is proof that pelvic health starts with the basics.

In this episode:

💧 Why how you pee matters

🧘‍♀️ The role of the parasympathetic system (aka chill mode)🚽 Stop hovering — sit your booty down

💦 Bladder emptying techniques

🍼 Why postpartum stress can mess with bladder habits

Turns out, the way you pee says a lot about your pelvic floor. Slow down, breathe, and trust your body — your bladder will thank you.

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Ever wonder how long you should be able to wait before peeing? In this episode, Becky and Jessica tackle the not-so-glamorous but oh-so-common world of urinary urgency and frequency. They break down what “normal” actually means, why your bladder might be bossing you around, and how to retrain your body to feel calm and in control again.

In this episode:

💧 How much water is too much?

🚽 What “normal” peeing patterns actually look like

🧠 The mind-body connection behind urgency

☕ Caffeine, sparkling water & other sneaky bladder irritants

🫁 Breathing, Kegels & urge drills that really work

⏳ When to wait it out (and when to call your PT)

😂 Becky admits Jessica was right about how long they could talk about urinary urgency/frequency

Links mentioned in this episode:

How to drink water blog post: https://www.ladybirdpt.com/post/are-you-drinking-water-correctly

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In this episode, we sit down with pediatric physical therapist and certified breastfeeding specialist Kristi Hammerle, PT, DPT, founder of Year One Wellness. They dive into everything parents (and PTs!) should know about torticollis, head shape, and infant development — from what causes those early asymmetries to why early intervention matters so much. Kristi breaks down the connection between tight neck muscles, feeding challenges, and movement milestones, sharing clear, compassionate advice for helping babies move and grow with comfort and symmetry.

🍼 What torticollis really is (and why it’s not just about the neck)

🧠 The link between in-utero positioning and early tension

😴 How sleep position and swaddling play into head shape

👶 Why early intervention beats “waiting it out” every time

💪 The magic combo of lengthening + strengthening (yes, even for babies!)

💆‍♀️ What to expect in an infant PT session

🤍 No shame in helmets — what they do and when they help

🔄 The one word Kristi says every parent should remember: symmetry

For every parent wondering if that “head tilt” is normal — this one’s for you. A grounded, hopeful conversation that’ll leave you feeling informed and empowered (and maybe ready to stretch your baby’s neck, gently and with PT guidance!)

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