“I got medically fingered” is a trending statement we hear online when people talk about pelvic floor therapy. We’re here today to discuss what internal treatment/assessment is really like and, again, emphasizing why we know it is necessary for all of our pelvic floor patients that walk through our door. We kick this off by answering a listener question to deep dive into this topic.We also talk about the Lindsay Clancy trial and the attention it has brought to the issues with healthcare in the US, specifically women’s health/postpartum mental health. ALSO, pelvic freaks, we announce our 2 week summer break! Our next episode after this one will take place on 9/17/2026, we will miss you!! xoxo

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Is your mindset affecting your pain, pelvic floor, and overall life more than you realize? In this episode, we’re celebrating our favorite holiday, pelvic freaks, the Lion’s Gate Portal. Today we’re talking about mindset, manifestation, and the power it has over us. We’re sharing our favorite tips for shifting your mindset, manifesting what you want, and creating real change in your life. Bonus: this could be the one thing stopping you from making progress with your pain, your pelvic floor, or getting the right answers you need from healthcare providers, let’s manifest together!! Drop in the comments what you’re manifesting this year!

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GLP-1s have become a major trigger word recently (especially online). It seems these days every other commercial or ad is for a GLP-1 medication. We get asked all the time, “What do you think about GLP-1s as physical therapists?” So, to answer that question, we’re bringing on one of our own to talk about it! The lovely Dr. Hannah Kotsiris, our colleague at The Pelvic Institute and an amazing pelvic floor therapist, is joining us to deep dive into GLP-1s and what they could mean for certain pelvic health conditions we commonly see. We’re breaking down the science, looking beyond weight loss, and exploring their emerging potential for PMOS (formerly PCOS), endometriosis, inflammation, and more. Plus, we’re tackling the myths, side effects, and what you actually need to know before jumping on the GLP-1 train. 

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Sources

1. https://www.authorea.com/doi/pdf/10.22541/au.177194722.27223197/v1

2. On google scholar however does not appear to be journal article: https://www.shemed.co.uk/blog/weight-loss/endometriosis-and-glp-1-agonists

3. https://pmc.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/articles/PMC10230051/

4. https://pmc.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/articles/PMC8799666/ for joint OA in animals 

5. Depression/anxiety https://www.sciencedirect.com/science/article/pii/S0306453015300184 

6. Therapeutic effects https://pmc.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/articles/PMC8419463/ 

7. https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/39429275/ 

8. https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/books/NBK551568/ 

9. https://obgyn.onlinelibrary.wiley.com/doi/full/10.1111/aogs.15010 

10. Benefits other than weight loss: https://harmonycompound.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/07/The-benefits-of-GLP-1-drugs.pdf 

11. https://www.sciencedirect.com/science/article/pii/S1043661824002573 

12. https://pmc.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/articles/PMC3280675/ 

13. GLP1 general: https://static1.squarespace.com/static/69b069964a0774179afbcc48/t/69de940463f66d2c0b2b3e3c/1776194565789/DruckerNRDD2025.pdf 

14. https://www.sciencedirect.com/science/article/pii/S1043661825004700

15. https://www.lilly.com/news/stories/what-to-know-about-retatrutide

16. Endo https://pmc.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/articles/PMC7980953/pdf/nihms-1572578.pdf 

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20. https://journals.sagepub.com/doi/pdf/10.1089/thy.2024.0387 thyroid cancer = no longer risk of GLP1

21. https://dom-pubs.onlinelibrary.wiley.com/doi/pdf/10.1111/dom.70291 thyroid cancer = no longer risk of GLP1

22. https://ruj.uj.edu.pl/server/api/core/bitstreams/295cf57d-9ea4-4b4c-85e5-1c1841d1fa3d/content blindness = not risk of GLP1

23. LINK blindness = not risk of GLP1 

24. https://www.mdpi.com/2077-0383/14/3/944 pancreatitis = not risk of GLP1 

25. https://www.sciencedirect.com/science/article/pii/S2667036425000287 pancreatitis = IS risk of GLP1

26. https://www.mdpi.com/2077-0383/14/24/8882 gallbladder disease = is not risk of GLP1

27. https://journals.sagepub.com/doi/full/10.1177/20420188251406456 gallbladder disease = IS risk of GLP1

We’re entering the chat: Is the internal exam necessary to assess the pelvic floor? There has been a lot of buzz on social media and arguments between pelvic floor therapists on whether or not internal exams are necessary (especially within the past few weeks). So we’re here today to give our stance on this.

The fact that this is even a discussion begs the question: what is the greater purpose of calling into question the gold standard assessment tool of a healthcare practice that has been through the ringer to advocate for women’s healthcare access, quality of care, and improved outcomes. 

Listen in and let us know what you think in the comments, pelvic freaks

Podcast referenced in this episode for more information regarding this topic: https://open.spotify.com/show/77XnQP7jf6Z49XDOX25ZFE?si=674e6d7adcba4b9d

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We're switching things up this week with a cozy virtual episode from our homes while Amanda recovers from her egg retrieval! In honor of Amanda's egg freezing journey, we're dedicating this week's episode to what you can actually expect if you're considering freezing your eggs. Amanda shares why she decided to do it, how much it cost, what insurance actually covered, what you should realistically budget for, how long the process takes, what the injections were like, the most painful part of the experience, and how recovery has been so far. If you've been curious about egg freezing, this is the honest, unfiltered conversation she wished she'd had before starting the process.

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This week, we interviewed one of our favorite local Chicago business owners who just so happens to ALSO be a badass who paved the way for women in the fitness industry. Welcome Rae Reichlin to the pod! Listen as Rae shares her insight on why she started Ladies Who Lift and how she built a values-driven coaching brand for women and non-binary lifters.

We dive into the power of lifting, breaking free from “skinny culture,” creating inclusive spaces in fitness, and what it takes to grow a business while staying true to your mission. This episode is great for anyone who has started their own business, is looking to start their own business, or is even looking to start down the path of strength training. We learned so much from Rae and we are so excited to share this episode with you freaks!

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Today we’re trying something new on the pod: we’re taking a sex scene from a popular show and breaking it down piece by piece. What do we love? What could have been done differently? What can we learn from the way intimacy and communication are portrayed on screen?

The way sex is represented in media can have a huge impact on how we understand relationships, consent, pleasure, and what “normal” sex looks like. In this episode, we’re diving into a scene from the trending show Off Campus and sharing our thoughts from a pelvic and sexual health perspective.

Tune in, and let us know what you thought about this scene in the comments!

TW: Discussion of sexual trauma

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Research episode alerttttt. Today we are talking about placenta encapsulation. This is a highly talked about topic online (and also pretty controversial we’ve found). You have even heard the Kardashians have done it, so it must be great! Right? Well, let’s look at the evidence and see what the studies actually say. Listen to hear our thoughts! Links to all research down below, pelvic freaks!

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1. Young SM, Gryder LK, Zava D, et al. (2016). Presence and concentration of 17 hormones in human placenta processed for encapsulation and consumption. Placenta.

2. Young SM, Gryder LK, David WB, et al. (2016). Human placenta processed for encapsulation contains modest concentrations of 14 trace minerals and elements. Nutrition Research 36(8):872-8.

3. Gryder LK, Young SM, Zava D, et al. (2017). Effects of human maternal placentophagy on maternal postpartum iron status: A randomized, double-blind, placebo-controlled pilot study. J Midwifery Womens Health 62(1):68-79.

4. CDC Morbidity and Mortality Weekly Report (2017). Notes from the field: Late-onset infant group B streptococcus infection associated with maternal consumption of capsules containing dehydrated placenta.

5. Marraccini ME, Gorman KS (2019). Exploring placentophagy in humans with a history of mood disorders: A pilot randomized, double-blind, placebo-controlled trial. Women's Health Issues.

6. Belk M, Irby A, et al. (2023). Presence of Group B Streptococcus in Raw and Dehydrated Placentas. American Society for Clinical Laboratory Science. DOI: 10.29074/ascls.2020002584

7. Community birth setting cohort study (2023): Placenta consumption and PPD screening scores in 6,038 women. (Cited in Natural Womanhood review, Jan 2026.)

8. Manulata, Sharma S, Shubham (2025). Placentophagia in Tribal and Modern Societies: Navigating the Thin Line Between Risk and Benefit. J Family Reprod Health 19(3):161-6. PMC12681952.

9. Rev. Bras. Saude Mater. Infant. review (2025). DOI: 10.1590/1806-9304202500000231-en

10. Young S, Benyshek D (2010). In search of human placentophagy: A cross-cultural survey of human placenta consumption, disposal practices, and cultural beliefs. Ecology of Food and Nutrition 49(6):467-84.

Fashion historian Hannah Linsky is back on the podcast! This time, she's taking us beyond fashion and into an important piece of Chicago History: The Janes. Join us as we explore the underground feminist network that provided safe abortions before Roe v. Wade, the women who risked everything to help others, and the lasting impact their work has had on reproductive rights today. This is truly one of our favorite episodes so far on the pod and the conversations that come up are so important. We can’t wait for you to hear, pelvic freaks!

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We received some great questions for this round of our Q&A. Today we continue the talk centered around botox and the pelvic floor, discuss reasons behind decreased sensation with intercourse or orgasms, address core training myths (+ discuss our favorite ways to cue proper transversus abdominis engagement). We also talk about entry pain with sex, our hatred for tampons, and what we recommend for period products. This episode is packed with common questions that we answered especially for you, pelvic freaks. Enjoy!

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