Why We Lengthen Before We Strengthen
By Nisha Patel, Pelvic Health Physiotherapist The piece of advice that my clients find most surprising in my practice revolves around a fundamental principle: before we strengthen your pelvic floor, we focus on lengthening it. In fact, strengthening might not…
The Ultimate Guide to IC Flare Management
By Callie Krajcir, Registered Dietititan, IC Warrior Whether you’ve had interstitial cystitis for weeks or years, then I’m sure you’re familiar with flare-ups of your symptoms. I’m first going to define what a “flare” is, then I will reveal the…
A Comprehensive Guide to Vaginal Dilators
Living with vaginal pelvic floor issues can be a challenging journey, often affecting your physical and emotional well-being. However, there are various tools and techniques available to help manage vaginal muscle tightening and improve your quality of life. One such…
My Journey With Vestibulodynia as a Patient and Clinician
By Jillian Giannini, PT, DPT Have you heard of Vulvodynia, Vaginismus, or Vestibulodynia? I’ve seen many patients with a diagnosis of Vaginismus or Vulvodynia when they may actually have Vestibulodynia, which may require us to gear their treatment in a…
How Pelvic Devices Can Improve Sexual Health & Reduce Pain and Incontinence
By Julie Blacker, Pelvic Health OT, MS Ed If you are experiencing pelvic pain and/or incontinence, impacting sexual health and participation, you are not alone. When it comes to pelvic pain, sexual health, and incontinence issues, many individuals suffer in…
An Integrative Approach to Managing PCOS
By Alexis Brooks, Pelvic Health Dietitian Polycystic Ovary Syndrome (PCOS), a complex hormonal disorder that affects 1 in 10 women, can impact many aspects of a woman’s health and quality of life. From irregular periods to insulin resistance, digestive issues,…
Sensual Intimacy Without Penetration — 6 Activities to Try Tonight
By Dr. Sadie Allison, Sexologist It’s a common misconception that sex has to involve penetration. Finding alternative ways of exploring pleasure with your partner can deepen your emotional connection and help you experience new avenues of sexual arousal and satisfaction.…
What is Endo Belly?
By Dr. Jessica Drummond, DCN, CNS, PT, Author of Outsmart Endometriosis  One of the most frustrating challenges that those with endometriosis face is how to relieve the chronic bloating known as “Endo Belly.” Over the years, my practice has seen…
Painful Sex Can Go Away: Here’s What You Need to Know
By Julie Sarton, PT, DPT, WCS  Scope of the Problem Painful sex is more common than you think. Studies indicate anywhere from 25-60% of women will experience sexual pain at some point in their life. (Trahan 2019). Painful sex (also…
Lady Parts: A Dramedy Film about Vaginal and Vulvar Health
By Bonnie Gross (Writer, Producer, Vulvodynia & Vaginismus Warrior) & Nancy Boyd (Director, Vaginismus Warrior) For Bonnie Gross & Nancy Boyd, a trip to the gynaecologist was like a horror movie, so they teamed together to make a story about…
The Unseen and Unacknowledged World of Vaginismus
By Jess Seitz, OTR/L, Vaginismus Warrior For many women who face vaginismus, the challenges they encounter go far beyond their pelvic floor response. There is an unseen and often unacknowledged impact of vaginismus on the body, mind, and soul that…
7 Tips for Working Through POP Setbacks
By Lara Desrosiers, MSc, OT, POP Warrior Prolapse recovery often involves ups and downs. I consider a setback to be any experience with my POP that might send me into a tailspin of worry about my POP getting worse, helplessness…
