What exactly is the pelvic floor, and why should we care about it?In Episode 12 of The Vulvalution, we’re joined by physiotherapist Jodie Pulsifer to break down everything you’ve ever wanted to know about pelvic floor health. We chat about what pelvic floor physiotherapy actually involves, who can benefit from it, prolapse, what to expect during an appointment, treatment options, Kegels, and what you can do day-to-day to support your pelvic health.No shame, no awkwardness — just evidence-based information to help you better understand your body and know when it might be time to seek support.Guest: Jodie Pulsifer, Physiotherapist & Pelvic Health SpecialistYou can find Jodie and more resources at  <a href="https://www.fullcirclephysiotherapy.com/" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow">https://www.fullcirclephysiotherapy.com/</a> Episode Resources: Find a PT or clinic based on area of practice or geography (for people in BC): <a href="https://bcphysio.org/find-a-physio-clinic/" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow">https://bcphysio.org/find-a-physio-clinic/</a> @bc_physio Great personal trainers who are pelvic floor aware and collaborative with physios: <a href="https://www.bestrongtraining.ca/" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow">https://www.bestrongtraining.ca/</a> @bestrongtraining.ca Resource page for patient facing resources: <a href="https://www.bepelvichealthaware.ca/" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow">https://www.bepelvichealthaware.ca/</a> @bepelvichealthawareNetwork of urogynecologists, physios, etc.: <a href="https://www.canadiansocietyforpelvicmedicine.org/" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow">https://www.canadiansocietyforpelvicmedicine.org/</a> @cspm_officialCall to action for access: <a href="https://bcphysio.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/03/Position-Statement-Pelvic-Floor-03142025.pdf" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow">https://bcphysio.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/03/Position-Statement-Pelvic-Floor-03142025.pdf</a>  Chapters0:00 – Intro5:17 – Rapid-Fire Questions8:20 – What Is a Pelvic Floor?9:47 – What Does Pelvic Floor Physiotherapy Do?14:27 – Who Can Benefit from Pelvic Floor Physiotherapy?16:40 – Who Can Benefit from This Type of Physiotherapy?19:47 – Prolapse26:47 – Why Is It Important to Learn About Pelvic Floor Health?28:47 – What to Expect at a Typical Pelvic Floor Appointment35:17 – Pelvic Floor Treatments48:47 – Day-to-Day Training51:47 – Kegels54:17 – What to Avoid56:07 – What Women Really Want to Know1:01:47 – Final Questions for Our Interviewee

What exactly is the pelvic floor, and why should we care about it? In Episode 12 of The Vulvalution, we’re joined by physiotherapist Jodie Pulsifer to break down everything you’ve ever wanted to know about pelvic floor health. We chat about what pelvic floor physiotherapy actually involves, who can benefit from it, prolapse, what to expect during an appointment, treatment options, Kegels, and what you can do day-to-day to support your pelvic health. No shame, no awkwardness — just evidence-based information to help you better understand your body and know when it might be time to seek support. Guest: Jodie Pulsifer, Physiotherapist & Pelvic Health Specialist You can find Jodie and more resources at https://www.fullcirclephysiotherapy.com/ Episode Resources: Find a PT or clinic based on area of practice or geography (for people in BC): https://bcphysio.org/find-a-physio-clinic/ @bc_physio Great personal trainers who are pelvic floor aware and collaborative with physios: https://www.bestrongtraining.ca/ @bestrongtraining.ca Resource page for patient facing resources: https://www.bepelvichealthaware.ca/ @bepelvichealthaware Network of urogynecologists, physios, etc.: https://www.canadiansocietyforpelvicmedicine.org/ @cspm_official Call to action for access: https://bcphysio.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/03/Position-Statement-Pelvic-Floor-03142025.pdf Chapters 0:00 – Intro 5:17 – Rapid-Fire Questions 8:20 – What Is a Pelvic Floor? 9:47 – What Does Pelvic Floor Physiotherapy Do? 14:27 – Who Can Benefit from Pelvic Floor Physiotherapy? 16:40 – Who Can Benefit from This Type of Physiotherapy? 19:47 – Prolapse 26:47 – Why Is It Important to Learn About Pelvic Floor Health? 28:47 – What to Expect at a Typical Pelvic Floor Appointment 35:17 – Pelvic Floor Treatments 48:47 – Day-to-Day Training 51:47 – Kegels 54:17 – What to Avoid 56:07 – What Women Really Want to Know 1:01:47 – Final Questions for Our Interviewee

What exactly is the pelvic floor, and why should we care about it?In Episode 12 of The Vulvalution, we’re joined by physiotherapist Jodie Pulsifer to break down everything you’ve ever wanted to know about pelvic floor health. We chat about what pelvic floor physiotherapy actually involves, who can benefit from it, prolapse, what to expect during an appointment, treatment options, Kegels, and what you can do day-to-day to support your pelvic health.No shame, no awkwardness — just evidence-based information to help you better understand your body and know when it might be time to seek support.Guest: Jodie Pulsifer, Physiotherapist &amp; Pelvic Health SpecialistYou can find Jodie and more resources at&nbsp; <a href="https://www.fullcirclephysiotherapy.com/" rel="noopener noreferrer">https://www.fullcirclephysiotherapy.com/</a> Episode Resources:&nbsp;Find a PT or clinic based on area of practice or geography (for people in BC): <a href="https://bcphysio.org/find-a-physio-clinic/" rel="noopener noreferrer">https://bcphysio.org/find-a-physio-clinic/</a> @bc_physio&nbsp;Great personal trainers who are pelvic floor aware and collaborative with physios: <a href="https://www.bestrongtraining.ca/" rel="noopener noreferrer">https://www.bestrongtraining.ca/</a> @bestrongtraining.ca&nbsp;Resource page for patient facing resources: <a href="https://www.bepelvichealthaware.ca/" rel="noopener noreferrer">https://www.bepelvichealthaware.ca/</a> @bepelvichealthawareNetwork of urogynecologists, physios, etc.: <a href="https://www.canadiansocietyforpelvicmedicine.org/" rel="noopener noreferrer">https://www.canadiansocietyforpelvicmedicine.org/</a> @cspm_officialCall to action for access: <a href="https://bcphysio.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/03/Position-Statement-Pelvic-Floor-03142025.pdf" rel="noopener noreferrer">https://bcphysio.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/03/Position-Statement-Pelvic-Floor-03142025.pdf</a>&nbsp; Chapters0:00 – Intro5:17 – Rapid-Fire Questions8:20 – What Is a Pelvic Floor?9:47 – What Does Pelvic Floor Physiotherapy Do?14:27 – Who Can Benefit from Pelvic Floor Physiotherapy?16:40 – Who Can Benefit from This Type of Physiotherapy?19:47 – Prolapse26:47 – Why Is It Important to Learn About Pelvic Floor Health?28:47 – What to Expect at a Typical Pelvic Floor Appointment35:17 – Pelvic Floor Treatments48:47 – Day-to-Day Training51:47 – Kegels54:17 – What to Avoid56:07 – What Women Really Want to Know1:01:47 – Final Questions for Our Interviewee

#12 What the heck is my Pelvic Floor?

In this episode, we dive into the history of women’s health, from ancient myths to modern research gaps. We are joined by Dr. Tamil Kendall, Director of the Partnership for Women’s Health Research Canada, who walks us through how women, trans, and non-binary people have been excluded from clinical research, the evolution of contraception, the impact of abortion legalization, and why understanding this history is essential for shaping a healthier, more equitable future. Join us for an eye-opening conversation that connects the past to the urgent issues in women’s health today.

In this episode, we dive into the history of women’s health, from ancient myths to modern research gaps. We are joined by Dr. Tamil Kendall, Director of the Partnership for Women’s Health Research Canada, who walks us through how women, trans, and non-binary people have been excluded from clinical research, the evolution of contraception, the impact of abortion legalization, and why understanding this history is essential for shaping a healthier, more equitable future. Join us for an eye-opening conversation that connects the past to the urgent issues in women’s health today.

In this episode, we dive into the history of women’s health, from ancient myths to modern research gaps. We are joined by Dr. Tamil Kendall, Director of the Partnership for Women’s Health Research Canada, who walks us through how women, trans, and non-binary people have been excluded from clinical research, the evolution of contraception, the impact of abortion legalization, and why understanding this history is essential for shaping a healthier, more equitable future. Join us for an eye-opening conversation that connects the past to the urgent issues in women’s health today.

#3 The History of Women's Health

How well do you really know your anatomy? In this episode, we call up Robin, a certified sexual health educator from Options for Sexual Health, to bust myths and break down everything you didn’t learn in health class about female reproductive anatomy and pleasure. From “the bean” to the clitoris, we’re talking slang, science, and everything school skipped. 💬 Got more questions after listening? Visit <a href="https://www.optionsforsexualhealth.org/sex-sense/" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow">optionsforsexualhealth.org/sex-sense</a> to connect with the Sex Sense team for free, confidential advice. Episode Resources: Come as You Are: The Surprising New Science That Will Transform Your Sex Life, by Emily Nagoski (2015)Better Sex Through Mindfulness: How Women Can Cultivate Desire, by Lori Brotto (2018)

How well do you really know your anatomy? In this episode, we call up Robin, a certified sexual health educator from Options for Sexual Health, to bust myths and break down everything you didn’t learn in health class about female reproductive anatomy and pleasure. From “the bean” to the clitoris, we’re talking slang, science, and everything school skipped. 💬 Got more questions after listening? Visit optionsforsexualhealth.org/sex-sense to connect with the Sex Sense team for free, confidential advice. Episode Resources: Come as You Are: The Surprising New Science That Will Transform Your Sex Life, by Emily Nagoski (2015) Better Sex Through Mindfulness: How Women Can Cultivate Desire, by Lori Brotto (2018)

How well do you really know your anatomy? In this episode, we call up Robin, a certified sexual health educator from Options for Sexual Health, to bust myths and break down everything you didn’t learn in health class about female reproductive anatomy and pleasure. From “the bean” to the clitoris, we’re talking slang, science, and everything school skipped. 💬 Got more questions after listening? Visit <a href="https://www.optionsforsexualhealth.org/sex-sense/" rel="noopener noreferrer">optionsforsexualhealth.org/sex-sense</a> to connect with the Sex Sense team for free, confidential advice.&nbsp;Episode Resources:&nbsp;Come as You Are: The Surprising New Science That Will Transform Your Sex Life, by Emily Nagoski (2015)Better Sex Through Mindfulness: How Women Can Cultivate Desire, by Lori Brotto (2018)&nbsp;

#2 Female Reproductive Anatomy 101

You’ve been waiting for it — and it’s finally here: the debut of The Vulvalution! 🎉 Meet your hosts, Mathilde and Sabrina — two gals on a mission to make women’s+ health less confusing and a lot more fun. In this episode, we introduce ourselves, share how The Vulvalution was born, and what you can expect from the season ahead.

You’ve been waiting for it — and it’s finally here: the debut of The Vulvalution! 🎉 Meet your hosts, Mathilde and Sabrina — two gals on a mission to make women’s+ health less confusing and a lot more fun. In this episode, we introduce ourselves, share how The Vulvalution was born, and what you can expect from the season ahead.

#1 Welcome to the Vulvalution!

Join Mathilde and Sabrina as they dive into women’s+ health with curiosity, humour, and zero shame. Featuring leading clinicians and researchers, they make complex science feel human, accessible, and actually fun. Together, they unpack what you didn’t learn in school, answer the questions you’ve always had, and explore what the latest research really says about women’s+ health. This is the women’s+ health podcast you’ll actually want to listen to. Like what you hear? Join the Vulvalution!

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Join Mathilde and Sabrina as they dive into women’s+ health with curiosity, humour, and zero shame. Featuring leading clinicians and researchers, they make complex science feel human, accessible, and actually fun. Together, they unpack what you didn’t learn in school, answer the questions you’ve always had, and explore what the latest research really says about women’s+ health. This is the women’s+ health podcast you’ll actually want to listen to. Like what you hear? Join the Vulvalution!

Join Mathilde and Sabrina as they dive into women’s+ health with curiosity, humour, and zero shame. Featuring leading clinicians and researchers, they make complex science feel human, accessible, and actually fun. Together, they unpack what you didn’t learn in school, answer the questions you’ve always had, and explore what the latest research really says about women’s+ health. This is the women’s+ health podcast you’ll actually want to listen to. Like what you hear? Join the Vulvalution!

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