Did you know that perineal tearing can happen in up to 80-90% of first time births? There are 4 degrees of perineal tears: 1st degree: Superficial injury to the perineal skin 2nd degree: Involves vaginal mucosa and perineal muscles (35-78% of first time moms) 3rd degree: Involves the anal sphincter (5-8% first time moms) […]
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The pelvic floor muscles (PFM) consist of layers of muscles in the pelvic girdle and make up the floor of the “core”. The PFM function to support organs and help control opening/closing of the urethra/ anus/ vagina. The PFM play an important role in sexual functions and create stability in the pelvic girdle for postural
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Do you have UTI symptoms but a negative test result? It can be frustrating when you have all of the uncomfortable symptoms of a UTI, but tests show no evidence of bacteria. Did you know your pelvic floor can be the culprit? Tense pelvic floor muscles can create sensations like: Urethral burning Incomplete bladder
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In most cases, they don’t! Do you know why? Because the pelvic floor doesn’t work in isolation. It works best as part of a coordinated team called “core!” Your core includes pelvic floor muscles, the deep abdominals (tummy), gluts, back muscles and the diaphragm (breathing muscle). This team works best when the function of
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Our muscles best function in midrange position. For our core, this is neutral spine! Any deviation from neural position may contribute to back pain, shoulder pain, and pelvis heaviness (prolapse symptoms). First picture shows a poor alignment when using a baby carrier. The second picture is when I corrected the posture and her back pain
I’m going to the store I should go pee “just in case”…Sounds familiar? I think is is safe to say we’ve all done this and it isn’t something that’s a total NO NO. However, peeing “just in case” repetitively over time can throw off the relationship between the brain and the bladder which potentially will
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Most postnatal check-ups focus on a quick uterine exam, birth control/family planing and questions about mental health. I haven’t come across anyone who has had their pelvic floor muscles assessed at their 6 weeks check up! I’ve been working with a lot of moms lately and while everyone’s experience is different I still hear the
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Core training is actually one of the most important things you can do for your health during pregnancy. In fact, there is a much greater demand on your core as your bump grows. Therefore, it’s so important to maintain core strength throughout the pregnancy. Stronger abs will also aid in labor, delivery and recovery. There
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Would you run a marathon without training for it? Hope your answer is NO! Childbirth should be the same. Here’s my 5 tips to get you ready for childbirth. 1) Connect with your Pelvic Floor. 2) Learn how to lengthen your Pelvic muscles. 3) Start Perineal Massage at 34 weeks. 4) Explore different birthing positions
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Your vagina is designed to stretch and accommodate your baby during childbirth. However, your perineum, the tissues between your vagina and rectum is slightly less elastic and can tear as you give birth. Perineal tears and episiotomies are more common among women having their first baby. You might be wondering if there’s any thing you
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