Incontinence is a common, but embarrassing & lonely condition. Incontinence is rarely discussed openly, and can make people feel ashamed and isolated. Many people plan their trips around access to bathrooms, avoid social gatherings, and resort to wearing diapers to live a normal life. There are so many myths surrounding …
There are so many rites of passage when becoming a mother – the late nights, the giggles, and all the diapers! But when it comes to strapping on the disposables, diapers are best left for your baby – not for you. There are a lot of conversations about motherhood and …
Everyone has one, but no one really talks about them. When you are starting to suffer from symptoms of pelvic floor disorders, such as pelvic pain, heavy bleeding, urinary leakage, pressure or a bulge in the pelvis, the first thought you think of probably isn’t your pelvic floor. So, let’s …
Pelvic floor disorders fall into a category that can span across different medical specialties. If you see your primary care physician regularly, it is likely that they will be your initial point of contact regarding your pelvic floor symptoms. In most cases, though, your primary care physician should refer you …
For women, your pelvic floor includes three main organs: the uterus (stores eggs for reproduction); bladder (stores urine before peeing); and the rectum (stores feces before elimination). Normally, these organs are supported by pelvic floor muscles that act as a hammock to ensure they maintain proper function. Pelvic floor muscles …
Image credit: Illustration by Caitlin G. McCollom – Teen Vogue When we first start our periods, it’s difficult to know what to expect. Aside from what we see in movies, hear from our mothers, or learn from our friends, periods aren’t talked about often. As women, we also run the …
Endometriosis is a condition that impacts over 6.5 million women in the US alone, but it can still feel mysterious and hard to diagnose. Our team of medical experts are sharing all about endometriosis, and helping us all understand this common reproductive health issue! What is endometriosis? Endometriosis is a …
“Wait. Was that a Hot Flash or do I have a Fever?!” If you’re like me, your feelings are all over the place during this pandemic and you may find yourself second-guessing everything these days. Well, the “good news” is you are likely experiencing a hot flash, not a fever, …
As women, there are three infections that are more common for us than men: urinary tract Infections (UTIs), yeast Infections and human papillomavirus (HPV). Today, let’s talk about urinary tract infections as they are twice as likely to happen to women than men1 and 50% of all women will get …
What is Prolapse? Pelvic Organ Prolapse (POP) is a common condition when the uterus, bladder, or rectum (or other tissues and organs) drop from their normal position into or out of your vagina. This disorder affects half of all women in the US1 though they often suffer in silence due …
