Empowered from the Core: Pelvic Health for Every Stage of Life
Listen to episode 25 of the MomTalk Maryland podcast, “Empowered from the Core: Pelvic Health for Every Stage of Life.”
MOMTALK MARYLAND | EPISODE 25
What if pregnancy wasn’t a moment to “bounce back” from, but a nine-month tissue trauma that deserves smart, athletic rehab? That single shift changes everything. We invited Katie from Rehab 2 Perform to unpack pelvic health with clarity and zero shame—so you can move, lift, and live with confidence at every stage.
Katie’s story—surviving a traumatic brain injury, coaching CrossFit, then earning her DPT—drives a model of care that treats you like an athlete. We break down why leaks, pelvic pain, and heaviness are common but not normal, and how breath, rib position, lower abs, hips, and back mechanics all shape pressure management. You’ll hear what a pelvic assessment actually involves, when an internal exam makes sense, and how treatment differs for stress incontinence (reaction time) versus prolapse (endurance). Expect practical tactics you can use immediately: exercise snacking during floor time with your kids, core activation that fits into a busy day, and load progressions that get you back to walking, lifting, and running without fear.
Access matters, so we talk through real barriers—childcare, scheduling, stigma—and simple ways to start anyway, including bringing your baby to appointments or using virtual check-ins. If you’ve ever told yourself, “I had a baby, this is just how it is,” consider a better story: your body adapts when given clear signals and progressive load. Whether you’re pregnant, weeks postpartum, or a decade out, it’s not too early and it’s not too late.
Ready to move, lift, and live confidently? 💃💪
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