It’s hard to believe, but we’ve officially been podcasting for 6 months now - it’s been pretty incredible!

Today’s episode is going to be a bit of a wrap-up for now though. We’re excited to be giving ourselves a little break as we focus on rebranding, and some other fun projects we have in the works for the Pelvis Project over the next month.  We’re also chatting more about the very REAL struggles we face on a daily basis as moms, wives, business owners, and everything in between. Whether it’s embracing boundaries, managing our time, or simply remembering to prioritize ourselves and our health, we’re sharing our honest thoughts and challenges as we navigate this fulfilling (and also demanding) season of life.

We know how refreshing it is to see and hear from others who are keeping it real online (and in real life), so we hope this candid conversation resonated with you. As always, we are SUPER grateful for your support of the show - we can’t wait to be back with you soon, and keep the conversation going!!

**Disclaimer: The information shared in this podcast is NOT meant to be taken as individual or medical advice. These conversations are for educational purposes only. Please seek the advice of your physician or healthcare provider regarding any medical condition or treatment.

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When you’re returning to exercise after any kind of major life change (i.e. having a baby and in postpartum), and you’re experiencing some type of pelvic floor dysfunction, it can feel very defeating. We often hear from our patients (who are in all different health and fitness stages), that they feel like they’re doing all of the ‘right things’, but their pelvic floor issues aren’t improving..they’re actually getting worse.

This can be super frustrating, especially if you’re someone who is very in tune with your pelvic floor, and your body as a whole. In today’s episode, we’re talking about fine-tuning your pelvic floor, and really, how we approach getting to the root cause to fix any underlying pelvic health issues. We’re chatting about the value of an internal assessment (which was the topic covered on our previous episode), how to make little adjustments to what you’re already doing, common symptoms women experience in the postpartum phase, why your treatment plan should never look just like someone else with similar symptoms, and more. 

If this conversation resonates with you, we want to validate you, and really remind you HOW incredible you are, because you are prioritizing your health. Getting personalized support from a pelvic health therapist may be just what you need, especially if you’re feeling stuck, and like you’re spinning your wheels. After all, small changes really CAN lead to major results with your health and fitness!

**Disclaimer: The information shared in this podcast is NOT meant to be taken as individual or medical advice. These conversations are for educational purposes only. Please seek the advice of your physician or healthcare provider regarding any medical condition or treatment.

Related episodes mentioned: 

• Episode 15 | The Value of a Pelvic Floor Internal Assessment

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Something that we hear often from patients in our in-person practices is the topic surrounding the pelvic floor internal assessment. Usually, people don’t know what’s actually involved with this type of assessment, or, they may come in with preconceived notions of what it’s going to be like. We treat our patients very similarly in our hands-on practices, and we really just want to provide more insight and education into this process, so it doesn't feel quite as scary or intimidating!

In today’s episode, we’re talking about the value of a pelvic floor internal assessment, and really give more of an accurate picture of what you can expect if this is a part of your pelvic floor therapy. We’re chatting about the importance of consent (both initial and ongoing), what a vaginal assessment versus a rectal assessment entails, what treatment can look like after the assessment piece, and more.

We don’t take a typical, cookie-cutter approach when assessing and treating our patients, because everyone’s trouble spots and areas of concern are unique to them. While pelvic floor therapy takes time (progress definitely isn’t linear), it’s pretty incredible how the pelvic floor ‘reveals’ itself, and what it’s capable of during the assessment process. Ultimately, we want to drive home that YOU are in control of your body, your treatment, and your journey!

**Disclaimer: The information shared in this podcast is NOT meant to be taken as individual or medical advice. These conversations are for educational purposes only. Please seek the advice of your physician or healthcare provider regarding any medical condition or treatment.

Related episodes mentioned: 

• Episode 7 | Healing from the Bottom Up: Understanding & Navigating Tailbone Pain
• Episode 14 | Beyond the Myth: Understanding and Addressing Pelvic Floor Tightness

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We’re feeling a littttle (or more like a LOT) spicy about the topic we’re diving into today, which is..pelvic floor tightness!

Women often feel so much pressure in the postpartum period - especially when it comes to ‘tightening’ up our pelvic floor, and getting it back to what it was like before pregnancy, giving birth, etc. There seems to be an idea that the ‘tighter’ the pelvic floor, the better, and that’s just NOT the case. It’s actually a big ‘ol myth, and there’s quite a bit to unpack when it comes to pelvic floor tightness.

In today’s episode, we’re talking about the myth surrounding pelvic floor tightness, and the importance of understanding and addressing what’s really going on with your pelvic floor. We’re diving into the effects of what it’s like to have too ‘tight’ (aka hypertonic) of a pelvic floor, the impact of pelvic floor tightness/tension and leaking (like why these symptoms are really happening), various devices being given to women to help with tightening their pelvic floor, and more.

As women, it’s VITAL that we have some sort of pelvic floor assessment at some point in our lifetime. We need to know what our pelvic floor is doing - whether we’re experiencing tightness or not. This is one of the MOST valuable assessments you can have, because if you’re experiencing frustrating symptoms like pelvic floor tightness, pain, leaking, or anything else, doing hundreds of kegels a day or using a random internal device is NOT going to fix the issue. Just know that when you’re ready to work on the ROOT of the problem, you do have options, and we would love to support you on your journey!

**Disclaimer: The information shared in this podcast is NOT meant to be taken as individual or medical advice. These conversations are for educational purposes only. Please seek the advice of your physician or healthcare provider regarding any medical condition or treatment.

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• Check out Megan's website
• Check out Roxi's website

We’re back with our part 2 episode featuring Lauren Scafe, and today’s episode is going to be a candid Q&A style!

We received quite a few questions after posting a question box on social media, so we thought it would be fun to dive into them and share all of our perspectives here. We’re digging into questions relating to fleeting moments of low desire (why this may be happening), feeling the need to ‘tighten up’ after having a baby (and why this is something you think you need to do), painful periods, hemorrhoids, and more.

There really are SO many layers to us as women; once we become mothers though, sexuality in motherhood can feel pretty confusing, and we don’t know if it’s something that’s still possible. We must understand that everything we have going on (whether that’s low desire, pain, irregular periods, etc.) is connected, and these issues are communicating something bigger. Let’s continue normalizing the conversation around sex and pleasure (no matter the season of life you’re in), because your needs matter, and you should always feel safe, seen, heard, and loved!

Lauren is an LMSW and BSN-RN with a passion for educating people and normalizing the conversation about issues like sex, mental health, motherhood, and so much more. As a wife and mother of 4, she knows firsthand just how hard the transition into motherhood can be, and she’s dedicated her life to offering a safe space for women to explore and heal - no topic is off limits either! She’s also currently working toward becoming a certified Intuitive Eating Coach, Sex Therapist, and Perinatal Mental Health Therapist, so she definitely has plenty of tools in her tool belt to support her clients right where they need it.

In this episode, A Candid Q&A: Low Desire, Postpartum Changes, Painful Periods, Hemorrhoids and More, we cover:

• Dealing with very fleeting moments of low desire, and why that may be happening
• How to ‘tighten up’ after having babies, and digging into why this is something you’re wanting to do
• Scar tissue after having tubal ligation/removal of fallopian tube, and dealing with painful periods
• How hemorrhoids are really caused + questioning yourself and if you’re ‘broken’, or something is wrong with you
• Understanding that everything you have going on IS connected, and you’re not just a bunch of individual parts
• Continuing to normalize the conversation surrounding sex, and letting go of the stigma and shame you’ve been taught to associate with it 

**Disclaimer: The information shared in this podcast is NOT meant to be taken as individual or medical advice. These conversations are for educational purposes only. Please seek the advice of your physician or healthcare provider regarding any medical condition or treatment.

Connect with Lauren on Instagram @laurenscafetherapy

Learn more about working with Lauren by visiting her website

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• Check out Megan's website
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We’re diving into allll things sex and sex therapy for today’s episode with a dynamite guest, Lauren Scafe! 

Lauren is an LMSW and BSN-RN with a passion for educating people and normalizing the conversation about issues like sex, mental health, motherhood, and so much more. As a wife and mother of 4, she knows firsthand just how hard the transition into motherhood can be, and she’s dedicated her life to offering a safe space for women to explore and heal - no topic is off limits either! She’s also currently working toward becoming a certified Intuitive Eating Coach, Sex Therapist, and Perinatal Mental Health Therapist, so she definitely has plenty of tools in her tool belt to support her clients right where they need it.

Today’s episode will be another two-part series. We’re talking with Lauren about sex therapy (like..what it actually is), the very nuanced and complex subject of ‘low desire’, massive identity shifts that happen as we step into motherhood and postpartum, finding joy in intimacy with our partners (even during challenging seasons), and more. 

It’s so important for women to understand that they are, in fact, sexual beings, and they should NOT feel guilty or shameful for taking time away from their families to prioritize their own well-being (it’s necessary..not a luxury). There was a bit of an issue with the audio in the first half of this episode due to internet issues, but our conversation with Lauren was incredibly enlightening, and the content is GOLD! We’ll be digging into even more goodness in part two, so don’t forget to follow along and tune in so you don’t miss out!!

In this episode, From Disconnect to Connection: Sex Therapy, Desire Discrepancies, and Finding Joy in Intimacy, we cover:

• What sex therapy ‘actually’ is + the variety of topics that can be covered during sex therapy
• Why low desire is a very nuanced and complex subject
• The major identity shifts that happen during certain seasons like newly postpartum, breastfeeding, etc. + how this can affect desire and intimacy
• Using more lubricant (aka lube) and topical estrogen cream
• Moving away from feeling guilt and shame about taking care of ourselves as partners, mothers, and/or any other roles as women
• Why intimacy doesn’t automatically equal orgasm, and sex doesn’t only mean penetration
• Working through challenging seasons, but still finding joy in intimacy with your partner
• Different types of desires + desire discrepancies that often occur
• Expanding sex education + really understanding that it all goes back to communication and consent

**Disclaimer: The information shared in this podcast is NOT meant to be taken as individual or medical advice. These conversations are for educational purposes only. Please seek the advice of your physician or healthcare provider regarding any medical condition or treatment.

Connect with Lauren on Instagram @laurenscafetherapy

Learn more about working with Lauren by visiting her website

Connect with us:

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• Follow Megan on Instagram @kansaspelvichealth
• Follow Roxi on Instagram @goodlifepelvichealth
• Check out Megan's website
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We’re excited to be back with part TWO of a two-part episode series featuring our phenomenal guest, Kate Morgan!

Kate is a registered dietitian nutritionist and the founder of Morgan Integrative Nutrition & Wellness. Kate has over 12 years of experience working in the dietetics field. She focuses on diabetes care, women’s health through fertility, pregnancy, and postpartum, gut health, PCOS, autoimmune health, and thyroid conditions. Kate brings a deep understanding of nutrition science, genetics, food, and emotional/relational health. She pairs it with the life skills of cooking and grocery shopping to help support her clients to find balanced wellness. She is a wife to her husband Blake, a twin/boy mama, and understands the challenges of juggling life and self-care.  

Today’s episode will be all about supplements, semaglutide, support, and more on your health journey. We’re diving into the complexity that is the supplement world (and why you need to care about where your supplements are actually coming from), pre and probiotics usage, GLP-1 medications (aka semaglutide) and how they can impact your overall health, getting customized support with your nutrition, and more.

We thoroughly enjoyed our conversation with Kate - she is passionate and brilliant, and SO MUCH goodness is packed into both of our episodes with her. Wherever you are on your health journey, please know that asking for support should never feel hard, or shameful. We’re all created very differently, and while one specific thing might work beautifully for one person, that same thing may not do anything for another person. After all, wellness is never a one-size-fits-all, and we’re all about striving for IMperfect wellness here!

In this episode, Personalized Wellness: Supplements, Semaglutide, Support, and More on Your Health Journey, we cover:

• The complex world of supplements + why you shouldn’t be getting your supplements from the local grocery store
• How to know if pre and probiotics are really necessary for you (or not)
• What GLP-1 medications (aka semaglutide) are + what their impact on your body and health can look like
• How adding in regular exercise can still benefit you while taking semaglutide
• The importance of supporting people where they are on THEIR unique journeys
• Understanding that it’s totally okay to ask for help and get support when it comes to your nutrition

**Disclaimer: The information shared in this podcast is NOT meant to be taken as individual or medical advice. These conversations are for educational purposes only. Please seek the advice of your physician or healthcare provider regarding any medical condition or treatment.

Connect with Kate on Instagram @katemorganrdn

Learn more about working with Kate by visiting her website

Get in touch with Kate by email at [email protected]

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Topics in this episode: pelvic floor therapy, pelvic health therapy, personalized wellness, glp-1s, semaglutide, supplements

If you’re someone who loves learning about all things nutrition, gut health, and wellness, then you will NOT want to miss the amazing episode we have for you this week!

We’re talking with Kate Morgan, registered dietitian nutritionist, and the founder of Morgan Integrative Nutrition & Wellness. Kate has over 12 years of experience working in the dietetics field. She focuses on diabetes care, women’s health through fertility, pregnancy, and postpartum, gut health, PCOS, autoimmune health, and thyroid conditions. Kate brings a deep understanding of nutrition science, genetics, food, and emotional/relational health. She pairs it with the life skills of cooking and grocery shopping to help support her clients to find balanced wellness. She is a wife to her husband Blake, a twin/boy mama, and understands the challenges of juggling life and self-care.  

Today’s episode will be about ‘nourishing from within’, part ONE of a two-part episode series with Kate. We’re diving into key differences between a nutritionist and dietitian, how restrictive diets tend to do more harm than good, common gut health issues that target many people, intermittent fasting (like..should you be doing it), and much more. 

Kate is incredibly brilliant, and has SO much knowledge to share. She’s passionate about serving others with quality nutrition counseling and truly getting to the root cause of what’s affecting them. We dug into a LOT in this episode, and honestly, it’s pretty fascinating how everything is connected when it comes to our health. Don’t forget to come back for part TWO with Kate later this month!

In this episode, Nourishing From Within: Understanding Nutrition and Gut Health to Improve Your Overall Wellness, we cover:

• Kate’s story of pursuing a career in nutrition and dietetics
• Key differences between a dietitian and nutritionist
• What certified leap therapy (CLP) is + the negative impact and stress that results from restrictive diets
• How Kate supports her clients with their overall health and nutrition
• Why nutrition is never a one-size-fits-all + how social media comes into play
• Paying attention to your appetite in the morning + prioritizing a quality breakfast 
• The effects of intermittent fasting that tend to show up in men
• Gut health issues that arise + the key role fiber plays in overall gut health
• Testing that can be done for gut issues
• Simple things that can truly make a big impact with your nutrition, digestion, etc. 

**Disclaimer: The information shared in this podcast is NOT meant to be taken as individual or medical advice. These conversations are for educational purposes only. Please seek the advice of your physician or healthcare provider regarding any medical condition or treatment.

Connect with Kate on Instagram @katemorganrdn

Learn more about working with Kate by visiting her website

Get in touch with Kate by email at [email protected]

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Not only is it a new year (CHEERS to 2024), but we also have our very first guest on the podcast today!

We’re talking with Paige Genova, a licensed occupational therapist specializing in pelvic floor therapy, all about whole-person wellness in pelvic health. Paige is a fellow mama, clinician, and business owner/founder of Vital Pelvic Health. We first connected with her through a business mentorship group, which led to us meeting together in person last year.

In today’s episode, we’re digging into what the roles look like for both physical therapists and occupational therapists in pelvic floor therapy, the critical part psychology plays when treating pelvic health patients, beneficial approaches to successfully treat pelvic health patients (but maybe aren’t the first ‘go-to’ when doing so), and more. 

Pelvic floor therapy is definitely a complex specialty, but we are capable of doing SO much good in this space - especially when we’re able to learn from and collaborate with each other. Paige is truly a wealth of knowledge, and she’s passionate about the work she is doing to support her patients using a whole-person approach. We know you’re going to love hearing and learning from Paige, because she is doing BIG things in the world!

In this episode about whole-person wellness with physical and occupational therapy, we cover:

• Paige’s journey to becoming an occupational therapist (OT), and her decision to eventually pursue and pivot into pelvic health therapy
• The concept of ‘POTS’, and the main difference between having a pelvic health occupational therapist vs. pelvic health physical therapist
• How psychology plays a major role when treating pelvic health patients
• Other beneficial (and often underutilized) approaches for treating pelvic health patients
• An important, missing component in the current pelvic health space
• Why ‘dabbling’ in pelvic health therapy isn’t the best idea for you or your patients

**Disclaimer: The information shared in this podcast is NOT meant to be taken as individual or medical advice. These conversations are for educational purposes only. Please seek the advice of your physician or healthcare provider regarding any medical condition or treatment.

Connect with Paige on Instagram @paige_thepelvicot and @vitalpelvichealth 

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It’s the most wonderful time of the year..we’re in the thick of the holiday season!

While this time of year can be beautiful and magical, it can also feel hectic and stressful for many. For our final episode of 2024 (can’t believe we’re saying that), we thought it would be fun to share some tips to help you with surviving the holiday hustle, no matter what you’ve got going on.

In this episode, we’re sharing some simple tips for a more enjoyable season. From getting outside in the fresh air and sunshine (hellllo vitamin D!) and prioritizing movement that feels good to you, to practicing gratitude and learning that it’s okay to say ‘no’ to protect your time and peace, there’s definitely something that will resonate with you, no matter your season of life.

Ultimately, the REAL reason for the season is about celebrating the birth of Jesus Christ, which can often get overlooked. We hope this episode brings you some good food for thought, and encourages you to be intentional with your time and priorities. We’re so glad you’re here, and we can’t wait to connect with you even more in 2024! 

**Disclaimer: The information shared in this podcast is NOT meant to be taken as individual or medical advice. These conversations are for educational purposes only. Please seek the advice of your physician or healthcare provider regarding any medical condition or treatment.

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