December is one of the busiest months of the year, school shows, work Christmas parties, long to-do lists, and family gatherings all seem to land at once. By the time Christmas arrives, many women realise they’ve spent weeks (or months) putting everyone else first. The holiday period is often the first chance to breathe… and the moment many notice symptoms they’ve been ignoring. If you’re pregnant, newly postpartum, or juggling pelvic symptoms that flare with stress, travel,

Many women develop mild pelvic organ prolapse after pregnancy or childbirth. It’s incredibly common — especially if you’ve had a vaginal birth, a larger baby, or returned to exercise before your pelvic floor was ready. For some, this shows up as a feeling of heaviness or pressure in the vagina during workouts or at the end of the day. When the idea of using a vaginal pessary comes up, hesitation is completely understandable. You might wonder: Will it make things weaker in the

For many mums, running is more than just exercise, it’s time for yourself, a way to clear your head, and a chance to feel strong again....

A planned or emergency C-section avoids the vaginal passage, which means the pelvic floor muscles themselves may not be directly...

Bringing a baby into the world is an incredible experience, but it’s also a huge event for your body. Whether you had a vaginal birth or...

I came across an interesting study today and thought it was worth sharing. Researchers looked at two small groups of pregnant women in...

The weeks and months after giving birth are full of change — physically, emotionally, and mentally. While caring for your new baby often...

Pregnancy, labour, and delivery bring many changes to your body — some expected, and some not so much. One common but often unspoken...

Welcoming a baby into the world is an incredible experience, but it’s also a major event for your body. Whether your birth was...

Vaginal flatus—commonly known as vaginal wind or queefing—is a totally normal yet sometimes an awkward experience. It happens when air...

Faecal incontinence is a distressing and often embarrassing condition that affects many people, yet few seek help due to stigma or lack...

Over the weekend, I had the opportunity to participate in the annual research update for pelvic health physiotherapists worldwide. One of...

Pregnancy is a time of incredible change for a woman’s body. As the body adapts to support the growing baby, women may experience various...

Many patients with birth injuries are often unsure about ACC coverage, leading them to delay seeking essential pelvic health treatment....

Overactive bladder (OAB)  and feacal incontinence  can significantly affect quality of life, causing discomfort, embarrassment, and a...

Your pelvic floor muscles are essential for maintaining bladder, bowel, and sexual function, and they play a crucial role in supporting...

As a pelvic health physiotherapist, I often see women experiencing discomfort or confusion surrounding their postpartum recovery,...

When it comes to pelvic health, Kegel exercises often get a lot of attention. These exercises, which involve tightening and releasing the...

Navigating the changes in your body during pregnancy, postpartum recovery, and returning to physical activities like running can be...

When it comes to pelvic floor issues, many people are unaware of the simple, effective solutions available. Pessaries are one such...