Pelvic Floor Secrets: Sex, Orgasms, Postpartum & Menopause | Dr Sara Reardon

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Pelvic Floor Secrets: Sex, Orgasms, Postpartum & Menopause | Dr Sara Reardon

Angela talks to Dr Sara Reardon, a pelvic health expert, about the often-overlooked topic of pelvic floor health.

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Angela talks to Dr Sara Reardon, a pelvic health expert, about the often-overlooked topic of pelvic floor health.
They discuss the anatomy and function of the pelvic floor, the impact of pregnancy and childbirth on pelvic health, and the importance of understanding normal bladder and bowel function from a young age.

Key Takeaways

Understanding the Pelvic Floor: The pelvic floor is a group of muscles that support pelvic organs and play a crucial role in functions such as urination, bowel movements, and sexual health

Importance of Education: Many women are not educated about what constitutes normal pelvic health, leading to prolonged suffering from conditions like endometriosis and pelvic floor issues.

Impact of Physical Activity: Female athletes, especially those involved in high-impact sports like gymnastics and cheerleading, are at a higher risk for pelvic floor issues due to the stress and pressure placed on these muscles

Pelvic Floor Health in Menopause: The decline in estrogen during perimenopause and menopause can lead to vaginal dryness, painful intercourse, and weakened pelvic floor muscles

Timestamps and Key Topics

00:00 — Introduction
04:43 — Endometriosis, pelvic pain, and overlooked connections
08:40 — The myth of “just do Kegels”: why relaxation often comes first
11:05 — Painful sex, orgasm challenges, and pelvic floor function
18:09 — Menopause, loss of oestrogen, and vaginal health
25:04 — Pregnancy’s hidden impact on pelvic floor strength
31:13 — Vaginal vs C-section birth: different risks, different solutions
38:14 — Daily pee habits, double voiding, and stress-related tension

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About the Guest

Dr. Sara Reardon is a board-certified pelvic floor physical therapist with over 18 years of experience helping individuals prevent and overcome pelvic floor issues including, urinary leakage, painful sex, prolapse and discomfort during pregnancy, postpartum and menopause. Sara has been featured in Time, Yahoo, Harper’s Bazaar, Romper, InStyle, Today, and numerous other podcasts, publications, and professional conferences about her advocacy and educational work as a pelvic floor therapist. She is also a TED presenter on Rethinking Postpartum Care. Sara is the Founder of The V-Hive, an online, on-demand pelvic floor fitness platform for pregnancy, postpartum, menopause, painful sex and pelvic floor strengthening. Sara lives in New Orleans with her husband and two sons. FLOORED: A Complete Guide to Women’s Pelvic Floor Health at Every Age and Stage is her first book.

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