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Welcome back to another interview with Dr. Nicole Cozean, founder of Pelvic Sanity in Orange County, CA, Pelvic PT Rising, and co-founder of PelviCon (a national conference on Pelvic Health).  Nicole is an amazing physical therapist who is changing the way we treat people during pregnancy, postpartum, and those who struggle with interstitial cystitis.

Nicole shares her own story of navigating infertility, navigating an unmedicated birth, and what’s truly possible through pelvic physical therapy. She started working with people diagnosed with Interstitial Cystitis early in her career, and saw firsthand the enormous benefit of using integrative pelvic healthcare for her patients.  While the research stated IC was a life long chronic disease with no help available, her patients were seeing full or near full return to a normal life.

What was she doing differently?

Listen in to find out!

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In this episode, Dr. Ginger speaks with Dr. Kim Parker-Guerrero, PT, who has a passion for advocating for better healthcare for women. We talk about the reasons why all women need PT/OT services after giving birth and how prenatal PT can be transformative for women during their labor and delivery. We also cover our roles in advocating for better healthcare at the policy level in postpartum care to counter the alarmingly high maternal mortality rates.  Thank you for listening. You being here, moves us closer to real, lasting change for the women in our lives.

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In this episode, Dr. Ginger Garner is joined by Dr. Sallie Sarrel PT, DPT, to help you learn how to get better care for endometriosis.  Medical gaslighting is rampant in the world of pelvic health and it can take years/decades for someone to properly get diagnosed with endometriosis.  But the problems don’t end there, as most healthcare practitioners are not properly educated about the disease of endometriosis and how to most effectively treat it.  If you are ready to get your life back and think (or know) you may have endometriosis, you don’t want to miss this episode.  

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Unfortunately, the healthcare world is rampant with myths around menopause.  Are you interested in navigating this inevitable phase of your life with more ease and less symptoms and suffering?

Then you'll want to check out this episode. Dr. Ginger Garner interviews Dr. LaKeischa, MD, who uses functional and integrative medicine with her clients to help them enjoy life and feel like themselves again.

You'll learn why HRT may be a good option for you, how the voice and pelvic floor are connected, AND maybe even how to begin to trust yourself again.

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In this episode, Dr. Jessica Drummond joins the podcast to discuss all things women's health and the importance of supporting and sustaining women's health. Dr. Drummond is a wealth of knowledge in the field, with extensive experience in women's and pelvic health. She shares insights on integrative and conservative options for various women's health conditions, including pelvic pain, hormone balance, fertility support, postpartum recovery, chronic pain, and chronic fatigue management. Dr. Drummond emphasizes the need for a holistic approach to women's health, considering factors such as nutrition, lifestyle, stress management, and environmental toxins. She also highlights the importance of finding the right practitioner who listens, collaborates, and takes a personalized approach to care. Tune in to learn more about the latest research on menopause, the role of hormone replacement therapy, and the potential benefits of peptide bioregulators. Whether you're a healthcare provider or someone with a pelvis, this episode offers valuable insights and resources for supporting women's health.

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Could environmental toxins, endocrine disruptors, and forever chemicals be leading to some of your hormonal issues and pelvic pain problems? What if it was increasing your risk for certain cancers?  With 350,000 chemicals globally registered, it’s easy to quickly feel overwhelmed by it all.  But Lara Adler gives you the confidence to make simple changes that can have profound effects on your health.  This month, tune in as Dr. Ginger Garner and Lara Adler talk about how to create a safer environment for better pelvic and hormone health.

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In this episode, Dr. Ginger Garner is joined by special guest Dustienne Miller, a physical therapist and yoga teacher extraordinaire. They discuss the intersection of yoga and pelvic health, and how yoga can be a powerful tool for addressing pelvic pain, trauma, and postpartum wellness. They talk about how they both bring yoga into the clinic when working with clients and how mindfulness plays a vital role in pelvic health care.  Tune in to learn more about the benefits of yoga for pelvic health and how it can support overall well-being.

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Dr. Ginger Garner sits down with Dr. Carrie Pagliano to discuss the world of fitness and physical health for women during the uncertain and overwhelming postpartum phase. While moms often face societal and cultural pressures, Dr. Pagliano emphasizes the need for flexibility and self-compassion, as well as the importance of setting realistic timelines and expectations.  As you’ll learn in this episode, slow is fast, when it comes to postpartum recovery.  If you're a new mom or have been on this journey for a while, this episode offers valuable insights and guidance on how to prioritize self-care and navigate the postpartum period with grace and resilience. Tune in to gain practical tips and inspiration for reclaiming your identity and taking care of yourself as a mom.

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In this episode, I finally have the opportunity to talk with the amazing and accomplished author, producer, and photojournalist, Deborah Copaken.  She is a force for good and her writing is beautiful while also creating actual change in the world.  In Deb’s latest book, Lady Parts, she dives into her personal health challenges which continues to resonate with women every week.  

We talk about many of the inequities of healthcare in this country as well the unequal responsibilities put on women, wives, and mothers that have become culturally accepted.  Deb’s passion is electrifying and I was thrilled to have this chance to talk with her.  So sit back and tune in.  We cover a lot of topics - and I know you’ll resonate with all of them.

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In this episode, Dr. Ginger interviews special guest Michelle Lyons, a pelvic health physiotherapist from Ireland, about the often overlooked topic of perimenopause and menopause and how to tackle these phases using a holistic, integrative, and science-based approach. From medical gaslighting to outdated and disproven science, most healthcare providers aren’t equipped to help women navigate these inevitable stages of their lives. And women are the ones who are suffering because of this lack of education and knowledge. The conversation also touches on the intersectionality of menopause, addressing the disparities faced by women of color and those with limited access to healthcare. They discuss a number of tools available including lifestyle changes, nutrition, exercise, and hormone therapy to help someone navigate menopause.  Hopefully, you walk away feeling empowered as a woman with knowledge and the debunked myths surrounding menopause, in order to promote a better experience of this inevitable phase of your life.

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