EPISODE 7 SHOW NOTES

In this month’s episode, I was excited to talk with Dr. Lindsay Durand Massumi, a licensed pelvic health and orthopedic physical therapist and health coach. The topic of pelvic health has gained a great deal of traction over the last few years, and it’s something that so many people are turning to (and can truly benefit from). Lindsay was first introduced to the pelvic health world after seeing her sister have incredible success with pelvic floor PT during her pregnancy. She quickly fell in love with everything that could be achieved with pelvic floor therapy, and now considers it her life’s passion as she supports her patients in the pelvic health space.

Lindsay and I dive into the benefits of being proactive instead of reactive with pelvic floor PT care, who actually needs pelvic floor therapy, red flags to look for when you’re postpartum and considering pelvic floor PT, pelvic floor exercises you can do in your everyday life, and more.

While Lindsay has loved the work she gets to do in the pelvic health space for awhile now, she’s been even MORE grateful for it as she’s gone through her own pregnancy, and is now a mother herself. Navigating the world of pelvic health doesn’t have to be daunting; if this is something you’ve been curious to learn more about, you won’t want to miss all of the knowledge and goodness Dr. Lindsay has to share in this episode!

In this episode about navigating the world of pelvic health, we cover:
-Lindsay’s introduction to the pelvic health world
-The increase in pelvic floor knowledge over the years, and why this has led more people to seek pelvic floor therapy support
-The benefits of proactive pelvic floor physical therapy
-What you can do during pregnancy to help decrease chances of negative outcomes for both yourself and your baby
-Who really needs pelvic floor therapy + important red flags to look for in postpartum
-Why you can still have pelvic floor pain and other issues after having a C-section
-Types of pelvic floor exercises you can do that are both functional and beneficial for you in your everyday life
-How motherhood has impacted Lindsay’s career and the way she helps her patients in the pelvic health space
-The type of support Lindsay and her husband currently provide for families within their business

Resources and links mentioned in this episode:
-Connect with Lindsay on Instagram @drlindsaymassumi
-Learn more about working with Lindsay by visiting her website: https://virtualphysio.net/
-Connect with me on Instagram @nestedsleep
Learn more about working together by visiting my website: https://nestedsleep.com/
More research and references from episode:

Systematic review of pelvic floor interventions during pregnancy

Lucas Schreiner 1, Isabel Crivelatti 1, Julia M de Oliveira 1, Christiana C Nygaard 1, Thais G Dos Santos 1

PMID: 29705985 DOI: 10.1002/ijgo.12513

Effects of perineal preparation techniques on tissue extensibility and muscle strength: a pilot study

Síssi Sisconeto de Freitas 1, Alana Leandro Cabral 2, Rogério de Melo Costa Pinto 3, Ana Paula Magalhães Resende 4, Vanessa Santos Pereira Baldon 5 6

PMID: 30343376 DOI: 10.1007/s00192-018-3793-1

Meta-analysis of Perinatal Pelvic Floor Muscle Training on Urinary Incontinence

Ji Lu 1, Hong Zhang 1, Li Liu 1, Wei Jin 1, Jie Gao 1, Min Min 1, Ying Fan 1

PMID: 32988334 DOI: 10.1177/0193945920960779

Regular antenatal exercise including pelvic floor muscle training reduces urinary incontinence 3 months postpartum-Follow up of a randomized controlled trial

Hege H Johannessen 1 2, Betina E Frøshaug 3 4, Pernille J G Lysåker 3, Kjell Å Salvesen 5 6, Mirjam Lukasse 3, Siv Mørkved 7 8, Signe N Stafne 7 8

PMID: 32996139 DOI: 10.1111/aogs.14010

Can postpartum pelvic floor muscle training reduce urinary and anal incontinence?: An assessor-blinded randomized controlled trial

Thorgerdur Sigurdardottir 1, Thora Steingrimsdottir 2, Reynir T Geirsson 2, Thorhallur I Halldorsson 3, Thor Aspelund 4, Kari Bø 5

PMID: 31526791 DOI: 10.1016/j.ajog.2019.09.011

Pelvic floor physical therapy in the treatment of pelvic floor dysfunction in women

Shannon L Wallace 1, Lucia D Miller 2, Kavita Mishra 1

PMID: 31609735 DOI: 10.1097/GCO.0000000000000584

EPISODE 6 SHOW NOTES

In this month’s episode I sat down with Kaila Maguire of Not Your Mama’s Birth Services and we discussed how you can decrease the overwhelm when preparing for birth and postpartum. From childbirth classes (which she teaches), to how to build a community, we talked about when to start the preparation, and most importantly….how to learn the art of slowing down.

Kaila started Not Your Mama’s Birth Services because she believes that every birth experience is as unique as the individuals involved. Her mission is to provide comprehensive and personalized support to expecting parents, ensuring that they are well-informed, empowered, and confident throughout their journey into parenthood. Her comprehensive birth education classes are designed to equip expecting folks with the information they need to make informed decisions and approach childbirth with confidence. Kaila’s guidance is rooted in the latest research and best practices, giving you the information you need to make informed choices.

Resources and links mentioned in this episode:
You can find Kaila online at: https://www.notyourmamasbirthservices.com/
Connect with Kaila on Instagram @notyourmamasbirth
Kaila’s next birth preparation class starts Saturday October 28th, grab your spot here

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