Best Painful Intercourse Podcasts (2024)

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64- Top Reasons Why You Are Working Out and Not Seeing Progress// Reach Your Fitness Goals Faster! 25:35

3h ago25:35

25:35

Hey Friend! Have you been working out, dieting and trying to lose weight or build strength or maybe you just want more energy and to feel better, but you aren’t seeing much progress? Feeling like your goals are getting further away instead of closer, even when you are taking the time to exercise and work out? This can be SO frustrating and can even…

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63- Pooping Problems Making Your Pelvic Floor Symptoms Worse?// Tips to Manage Constipation and Normalize Your Poop 26:12

8d ago26:12

26:12

Hey Girl! Do you find that you have a hard time pooping? Maybe you struggle with IBS, Crohn's Disease, or a “leaky gut” and battle both diarrhea and constipation? Or maybe your stools are soft and solid like they should be but its hard to get them out or you feel like you don’t fully empty? OR maybe everything is easy to come out and it looks norma…

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62- What’s Causing Your Bladder Pain When Your UTI Test Is Negative?// How Pelvic PT Can Help Your Bladder Pain or Interstitial Cystitis (IC) or Frequent UTI’s 27:38

14d ago27:38

27:38

Hey Friend! Having a UTI can be so uncomfortable with all the urinary urgency, frequency, burning and bladder/pelvic pain! It is especially frustrating when you go to the Doctor and get a urine dipstick test and it comes out negative. After frequent episodes like this you might get a diagnosis like Interstitial Cystitis, which is essentially bladde…

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Episode 23: Communication, Attachment Styles, and Fighting Fair 1:55:57

17d ago1:55:57

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Join us in this insightful episode as we delve into the crucial role of communication in relationships and its impact on intimacy and sexual health. Our sex therapist and pelvic floor physical therapist discuss the influence of attachment styles on communication, conflict resolution, and the overall well-being of a relationship. Discover valuable i…

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61- 3 Tips to Have an Active and Fun Summer and Keep You on Track with Your Health and Wellness Goals 22:56

21d ago22:56

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Hey Love! It is finally Summer break, which brings a lot of feelings… excitement and anxiety are two that come to mind. I love the freedom of Summer, but on the other side of that coin the freedom is what brings some level of chaos in our home and regular rhythms. I know every Summer I feel like it flew by and I not only didn’t get to do all the th…

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60- The Best Yoga Poses to Practice Your Breath Work and Heal Your Pelvic and Low Back Pain 22:09

1M ago22:09

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Hey Girl! As a busy mom, I am always taking advantage of easy yoga poses to do my breathwork in, even if it’s at the end of the day in bed. Yoga has many benefits, but when we bring the intention deeper and become mindful of the breath, it can be a game changer! If you have been a regular listener you probably already know that breath-work is one o…

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59-The Postpartum Screen or Six Week Clearance// Why It’s Crucial to See a Pelvic PT to Return to Activity Safely 19:01

1M ago19:01

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Hey Momma! As you near labor and delivery, you are probably starting to think about what comes after birth. What should you be doing and not doing postpartum? I often get questions about the postpartum period and recovery. Unfortunately, the standard of care in the United States is to have a postpartum check up or screen around 6 weeks to get “clea…

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58- Pelvic Organ Prolapse or POP Basics to Understand to Prevent Progression and Feel Confident and Strong Throughout Activity and Exercise 22:47

1M ago22:47

22:47

Hey Girl! Have you been told you have POP or Pelvic Organ Prolapse? Or maybe you feel heaviness or pressure or just feel like something is falling out of your vagina? This can be very scary to first find out about and from personal experience, I can say that it can take over your thoughts and make any exercise or activity seem scary or bad like it …

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57-The 3P’s and ABC’s: The Body's Boundaries Checklist// Know When To Modify Your Exercises During Pregnancy, Postpartum Recovery and Beyond 23:31

2M ago23:31

23:31

Hey Love! One of the most common questions I get from the women and especially pregnant or postpartum mommas is “Is this exercise safe” or “Should I be doing this or is it too much for me?” or “Is this exercise bad?”. Unfortunately, the answer is not as simple as “good or bad exercises”. Every person has different strength and capacities, which mak…

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Episode 22: Understanding Overactive Bladder 35:36

2M ago35:36

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This condition can significantly impact an individual's quality of life, leading to frequent and urgent trips to the bathroom, often accompanied by urinary incontinence. Overactive bladder is a manageable condition, and with the right guidance and support, individuals can regain control and lead fulfilling lives. Dr. Molly Hart, Pelvic Floor PT, Ow…

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56- How To Make Cleaning A Pelvic Floor/Core Exercise and Avoid Pain for Busy Moms// Progressing Into Activity Post-op or Postpartum 26:26

2M ago26:26

26:26

Hey Friend! This week’s episode is meant to help you find that balance of activity while still resting and listening to your body and to also give you tips on how to make your daily tasks a functional exercise so that you can still get some strengthening and movement in your body every day without even having to take the time to go to the gym or “e…

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55- 5 Quick Tips to Stop Leaking When You Sneeze// Don't Let Allergies Control Your Pelvic Floor 23:53

2M ago23:53

23:53

Hey Love! It’s Spring! Which also means it’s allergy season, at least here in the Southwest, so I have been seeing a big increase in women having their pelvic floor symptoms return. Leaking is the most common one I have been seeing, but also prolapse symptoms. With all the sneezing, coughing, blowing your nose this time of year, your pelvic floor i…

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54- Prenatal Fitness in the Third Trimester Part 2// Perineal Massage and Preparing Your Mind and Body For Birth 22:31

2M ago22:31

22:31

Hey Momma! You have made it to the third trimester and hopefully you caught Part 1 of this Epsiode last week and have been staying active and comfortable up to this point by listening to the first and second trimester episodes. This trimester is when things can become increasingly uncomfortable and achey as belly and baby grow. You are probably fee…

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53- Prenatal Fitness in The Third Trimester (Part1 of 2)// Pelvic Openers and Preparing Your Mind and Body For Birth 25:22

3M ago25:22

25:22

Hey Momma! You have made it to the third trimester and hopefully you have been staying active and comfortable up to this point by listening to the first and second trimester episodes. This trimester is when things can become increasingly uncomfortable and achey as belly and baby grow. You are probably feeling anxious and excited about labor being j…

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Episode 21: Exploring the Correlation Between ADHD and Sex/Intimacy 46:43

3M ago46:43

46:43

Understanding the interplay between Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD) and sexuality is vital for individuals navigating the complexities of intimate relationships. We will delve into how ADHD can affect one's sex drive, the importance of being in parasympathetic mode for optimal intimacy, and strategies for managing these dynamics Dr.…

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52- The Importance of Community and Support As A Mom Living a Balanced Intentional Life// One Year Anniversary of The Balanced Momtality Podcast 20:00

3M ago20:00

20:00

Hey Love! I can’t believe it has been ONE YEAR of talking in your ear about your pelvic floor, core and more! The podcast has been such a fun and unexpected passion project that I have enjoyed pouring into this last year in order to bring women everywhere this crucial information about our bodies. Talking freely and opening about taboo topics like …

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51- Prenatal Fitness in the Second Trimester// Why and How Strength Training Will Keep You Strong and Comfortable During Pregnancy 34:50

3M ago34:50

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Hey Momma! Strength training can seem like such a scary and intense type of exercise when you are pregnant, but I am here to tell you how amazing it is for you and why you especially need it during pregnancy! In the second trimester you are hopefully getting some energy back but are also starting to grow that baby bump, which can begin to bring on …

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50- A Holistic Approach to Pelvic Venous Disorder or Pelvic Congestion Syndrome//An Update on My Journey with Pelvic Pain 28:21

3M ago28:21

28:21

Hey Love! This is an update on my own health journey with pelvic pain from Pelvic Congestion Syndrome, which I am learning is now termed Pelvic Venous Disorder or PeVD. Signs and Symptoms of PeVD can be misleading as it mimics many other conditions like interstitial cystitis, vaginismus, constipation, endometriosis, cysts, prolapse and more. Pelvic…

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49- Prenatal Fitness In The First Trimester// Pelvic Floor and Core Basics to Have a Safe and Active Pregnancy 34:21

4M ago34:21

34:21

Hey Mom Friend! I know there are soo many feelings and questions during pregnancy, especially around activity and what “safe” exercises during pregnancy even are. Our time and energy in the first trimester is limited and it can feel so overwhelming navigating the prenatal world and changing body. You want to make sure your time and especially your …

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48- Micro Fitness// Quick Easy Workouts For The Busy Mom 25:21

4M ago25:21

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Hey Friend! Are you tired of not having enough time to exercise or workout and wish there was a way to get in quick exercises that actually are going to make a difference and help you reach your goals?! Micro-fitness, Micro-workouts or the term “Exercise Snacks”, has started to become increasingly popular as we are a society with a full agenda. Esp…

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47- My Journey With Pelvic Pain// Pelvic Congestion Syndrome- A Case Study 27:48

4M ago27:48

27:48

Hey Love, This is the end of the series on pain with intercourse or Dyspareunia and inside this weeks episode I switch it up and let you all in on my own personal journey with pelvic pain. Dyspareunia is a common condition especially women who are postpartum, had tearing/scarring, have history of pelvic/abdominal procedures, have a history of traum…

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46- Dyspareunia// What Sex Is Worth Wanting For You? Reduce Pain and Improve Pleasure- Interview with Sex Therapist Cat Fite 51:13

4M ago51:13

51:13

Hey Love! Today on the show I have special guest Cat Fite, who is a certified sex and couples therapist and also a local therapist in Los Alamos, New Mexico. We are diving into the mental aspects that affect Dyspareunia and pain with intercourse, everything from pain, trauma and libido! She gives great insight on how sex therapy can help improve yo…

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45- Dyspareunia// Tips and Tools to Improve Pleasure and Stop Pain During Sex 25:24

5M ago25:24

25:24

Hey Girl! If the thought of being intimate makes you cringe because you haven’t been able to enjoy intimacy, then this episode is for you! This month, because of Valentines Day, I am diving into all things Dyspareunia, or pain with intercourse. This is a common condition especially women who are postpartum, had tearing/scarring, have history of pel…

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Episode 20: How Often Should We Have Sex? 39:49

5M ago39:49

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In this episode, we are talking about a question we get very often: How Often Should We Have Sex? The frequency of sex can vary greatly from person to person, and it's essential to understand that there is no one-size-fits-all answer. Lets talk about it! Dr. Molly Hart, Pelvic Floor PT, Owner of Pelvic Balance Physical Therapy Dr. Katie Schubert, S…

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44- Don't Let Pain During Sex Keep You From Enjoying Intimacy This Valentines Day// What Is Dyspareunia and What Could Be Causing It 21:45

5M ago21:45

21:45

Hey Girl! Valentines Day is right around the corner and so I decided to chat about all things intimacy, sex and pleasure and how pelvic pain can impact all of those areas! If the thought of being intimate makes you cringe because you haven’t been able to enjoy intimacy, then this episode is for you! I am diving into a condition I treat regularly ca…

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43- Restore Your Core Check List// Know The Steps To a Strong Pelvic Floor 24:57

5M ago24:57

24:57

Hey Girl! As you navigate your healing and fitness journey it can feel overwhelming and hard to know if you are focusing on what you are supposed to. So I created a Restore your core check list that will guide you through the steps that you need to take when working on recovery and healing. Whether you are pregnant, postpartum and just had a baby, …

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42- Ditch This Tool That May Be Sabotaging Your Health and Wellness Goals As You Navigate The New Year 19:45

5M ago19:45

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Hey Love! While diving into goal making and creating an action plan this last couple weeks (check out the past couple week’s episodes if you haven’t), I talked about creating value based goals and trying not to focus on goals that can set you up for failure. Goals like “No sugar”or weight loss goals can take away from you WHY. WHY do you want to re…

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41- This Mindset Shift Is The Key To Consistency and Showing Up To Reach Your Goals in 2024 27:28

6M ago27:28

27:28

Hey Momma! Are you feeling motivated and excited as we enter the New Year?! Ready and clear on what and where you want to spend your time and what goals you want to work towards? OR maybe you feel overwhelmed and hopeless at even the idea of goal making because you haven’t been able to be consistent enough in the past to actual accomplish the goals…

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40- Reflecting On 2023 So You Can Be Intentional with Your Time in 2024 and Crush Your Goals as a Busy Mom 32:04

6M ago32:04

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Hey Friend! Happy New year! I can’t believe it is already 2024 and it’s the most obnoxious time of year.. Jk…kinda! Everyone is making goals and resolutions and most are going to fall off the wagon in a month or two. But I am here to help so that doesn’t have to be you! I know you have the best intentions to grow this year as a woman, a mom, a wife…

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39- Adjusting Expectations So You Can Stay On Track Through Winter Break 19:44

6M ago19:44

19:44

Hey Love! The Holidays are already over, but we are still in the middle of winter break and the pressure is real. The pressure to all of a sudden be on top of all things in life when the New Year comes around is real. On top of the other real pressure to also be a bum on the couch and indulge on all the holiday treats that are still lying around th…

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Episode 19: The Authentic True You with Dr. Emy Tafelski 47:42

6M ago47:42

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In this episode, we are talking with Dr. Emy Tafelski. Emy is a badass spiritual rebel guiding you back to your true essence, taking you from lost and confused, unweaving threads that no longer serve you, and leading you straight to discovering your true authentic power. Dr. Emy Tafelski https://www.emytafelski.com/ Join the 5-day Soulful Spark Cha…

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38- Benefits of the Big O//Give Yourself the Gift of Connection and Pleasure This Holiday Season Without Shame or Guilt 29:18

6M ago29:18

29:18

Hey Girl! I hope you enjoyed the Stress Series and the last two weeks episodes with Integrative Herbalist Amy McKelvey! If you haven’t yet listened, do it now! This week's episode was inspired by my chat with her and how we as women need to know, appreciate and understand our bodies. We need to know pleasure and what feels good and what doesn’t. As…

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37- Stress Management Series// The Best Herbal Supplements to Reduce Stress, Pelvic Pain, UTI’s, IBS and More with Integrative Herbalist Amy McKelvey Part 2 1:12:41

6M ago1:12:41

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Hey Momma! This is the last week in the Stress Series on the podcast and we are finishing our chat with Integrative Herbalist and natural products consultant Amy McKelvey. In part 1 of this interview last week, we dove into her story and how she founded her amazing herbal supplement company Her Vital Way. As well as the benefits of using herbs and …

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36- Stress Management Series// Benefits of Herbs and Nature on Reducing Stress and Finding the Root Cause of Your Pelvic Issues- Interview with Integrative Herbalist Amy McKelvey Part 1 35:49

7M ago35:49

35:49

Hey Momma! This is the last two week in the Stress Series on the podcast and so I have something new and special for you! Inside today’s episode I am chatting with Integrative Herbalist and natural products consultant, Amy McKelvey. She is also the CEO and founder of Her Vital Way, a practitioner recommended wellness brand that sells non-GMO, clini…

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Christmas gift suggestions/ideas 43:54

7M ago43:54

43:54

This week Susan and Melissa go over some of the popular gift guides to give last minute ideas for gift giving during the holiday season

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35- Stress Management Series// Best Types of Exercise and Movement to Manage Your Stress, Pain and Pelvic Floor 36:50

7M ago36:50

36:50

Hey Momma! Have you been working on your sleep in nutrition? Right now we are in the middle of the Stress Series on the podcast, where I have talked about the major role that stress has in our bodies and in our pain and physical conditions. So far I have dived into sleep and nutrition with a ton of tools and strategies that you can use to optimize …

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Episode 18: Somatic Healing with Suzanne Gunderson 57:58

7M ago57:58

57:58

In this episode, we are going to talk about somatic healing with Suzanne Gunderson. In the realm of holistic healing, there is a growing recognition of the profound connection between the mind and body. Somatic healing, a therapeutic approach that focuses on the body's wisdom, has gained significant popularity in recent years. This transformative p…

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34- Stress Management Series// Nutrition Is Key in Managing Anxiety, Overwhelm and Pelvic Pain Flare Ups 34:29

7M ago34:29

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Hey Lady! It’s the next episode in the “Stress Series” and this week I am breaking down some of the basics when it comes to nutrition and our diet and how our stress is impacted by our nutrition and also how our nutrition is impacted by our stress. When we’re stressed we typically eat poorly and add on the extra sweets and goodies this time of year…

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Goop 2023 Gift Guide 54:56

7M ago54:56

54:56

Do you want to spend a ridiculous amount of money on something ugly, dump or overpriced? Then this is your gift guide and if that isn't enough there are over 22 different vibrators to choose from. This is our annual laugh at the gift guide episode for those of you who have followed us over the last 3 years.…

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33- Stress Management Series// Improve Your Sleep To Improve Pain, Urgency and Stress 34:10

7M ago34:10

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Hey Momma! Are you a good sleeper? Or are you waking up a lot, maybe because of pain or you have to pee? Sleep is the number one foundational piece to our health and is crucial for our overall health and managing our bodies stress and in turn, our pain and urgency symptoms. Last week’s episode broke down the reality of how much stress impacts and c…

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32- Manage Pain Flare Ups By Managing Your Stress This Holiday Season 26:15

8M ago26:15

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Hey Momma! Have you noticed your pelvic or back pain flare up after you worked so hard to get it to heal and go away? Maybe you notice you are going to the bathroom all the time again or maybe for the first time? Or you’re avoiding sex because it’s painful? Well it might not be because of something you did activity wise. There is a reason I see an …

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31- Reconnect to Heal and Prevent Pelvic Pain and Leaking 33:18

8M ago33:18

33:18

Hey Girl! Has your pelvic pain, leaking or trauma been causing you to avoid thinking about sex? Or even the thought of looking at your vagina makes you feel yuck? Maybe even saying it?! Then This episode is for you! As women and moms in today’s society there has always been a taboo culture around things in the pelvic girdle or even associated with …

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Episode 17: Functional Medicine, Hormones, and More on Sexual Health 52:32

8M ago52:32

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In this episode, we are going to talk about how hormones play a vital role in the functioning of the human body, influencing fertility, sexual development, and overall reproductive health. Our Guest Speaker: Dr. Tarin Forbes - https://forbeslongevitycenter.com/about/doctors/ Dr. Molly Hart, Pelvic Floor PT, Owner of Pelvic Balance Physical Therapy …

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30- Build Your Butt// 4 Best Glute Exercises for Pelvic and Whole Body Health 22:21

8M ago22:21

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Hey girl! You are making the time to workout and strength train, but are you prioritizing the right exercises? It can be so overwhelming to try to create the right workout or fitness plan and our time is limited so we want to make sure we are getting the biggest bang for our buck! Whether it’s during pregnancy, postpartum or beyond, glute exercises…

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29- Systemize Your Fitness Routine// Workouts Made Easy 33:21

8M ago33:21

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Hey girl! Are you tired of getting to the end of the day and feeling like you were stuck in the To-Do List and didn’t get your exercise in… again?! I have been there (as so many moms have) and I know you are wishing you could start being consistent and showing up for your health and fitness goals and actually accomplish them! If we keep waiting for…

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28- Birth Prep- 5 Tips For An Optimal Labor And Delivery 29:00

9M ago29:00

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Hey Momma! Are you pregnant or planning to get pregnant and wanting to make sure you are preparing your body and mind for labor and delivery? Birth can be alot on the body and on the mind, but if we prepare with the tips discussed inside this episode, we can set ourselves up for a better chance that we will be able to have that natural vaginal birt…

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27- Don’t Fall Into Bad Habits- 3 Areas To Focus On To Avoid Pelvic Pain Flare Ups 33:17

9M ago33:17

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Hey Friend! The seasons are changing, which means the days are getting shorter, the food is getting cozier and our energy might not be the same. This time of year can also be very busy, making it harder for us to get in movement as often and healthy home cooked meals. Mom life has us running all over the place and if we aren’t careful we can fall i…

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dad jokes 41:13

9M ago41:13

41:13

After a few minutes of catching up and discussing current events, Melissa and Susan will share with you some silly dad jokes as they thought given the current state of the world we could all use a little humor.

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26- How To Strength Train Safely and Optimally as a Women for Beginners and Advanced Weight Lifters for a Strong Pelvic Floor and Core 43:19

9M ago43:19

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Hey Friend! Are you ready to add and prioritize strength training so that you can FEEL STRONG, CONFIDENT and PAIN FREE?!? Hopefully you checked out last week’s episode on ALL the amazing benefits of strength training (and if not I highly recommend it) and you are inspired and motivated to start picking up those weights and build that muscle! During…

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Episode 16: Talking To Children About Their Sexuality 40:05

9M ago40:05

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As parents and caregivers, it is our responsibility to guide and educate our children about important aspects of life, including sexuality. Having open and honest conversations about sexuality can lay the foundation for healthy attitudes, relationships, and decision-making in the future. By avoiding shame and providing accurate information, we can …

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