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If my blood pressure is high during pregnancy do I have preeclampsia?
What is Preeclampsia Preeclampsia is a condition which develops after the 20th week of pregnancy or during the postpartum period. Women...

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May 19, 20222 min read
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Could I develop osteoporosis?
What is Osteoporosis? Osteoporosis is the term used to describe weak brittle bones. New bone growth occurs regularly in the body. ...

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May 5, 20222 min read
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Does breastfeeding cause you pain?
The transition to motherhood comes with many adjustments. Learning what is normal and not normal is key to understanding your body and...

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Apr 21, 20222 min read
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What's the connection between stress and endometriosis?
So what’s the link between stress and endometriosis? Have you been hearing more and more about how managing stress can play a key role in...

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Apr 7, 20223 min read
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Do men have a pelvic floor?
Yes! Men have a pelvic floor and it does all the same things that the pelvic floor does for women. Everyone needs the pelvic floor...

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Jan 13, 20222 min read
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Will my bladder symptoms worsen if I have a drink over the holidays?
Planning to have any alcohol over the holidays? If you have had any issues with your bladder recently, keep in mind alcohol is...

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Nov 25, 20212 min read
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Can itching in my vulvar region being something other than a yeast infection?
Lichen Sclerosus. Are you familiar with this condition? It’s a skin condition which primarily affects the tissues of the genital and anal...

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Nov 18, 20212 min read
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Why does it hurt to urinate?
Have you experienced symptoms of a urinary tract infection (UTI)? Common symptoms include burning with urination, pelvic pressure,...

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Nov 11, 20212 min read
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How often should I pee?
The typical bladder can hold 400-600 ml of urine. A better understanding of 600 ml is 20.29 ounces. Most of us have picked up a 20...

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Nov 4, 20212 min read
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Leaking when you jump is scary!
As I stated in a previous blog, leaking urine during daily activities is not something you have to live with the rest of your life. Many...

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Oct 28, 20214 min read
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Understanding how my breast cancer medications can affect my sex life
Two medications used to treat breast cancer are tamoxifen and aromatase inhibitors. Both of these medications are considered endocrine...

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Oct 21, 20211 min read
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Physical Therapy After Breast Reconstruction
Most people recognize the need for physical therapy following an episode of low back pain, a knee injury or even after a shoulder surgery....

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Oct 7, 20212 min read
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Need guidelines to start a new exercise program?
Are you ready to start a new exercise program, but don’t know where to start? Before you get started, make sure you have clearance from...

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Sep 30, 20212 min read
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Are you experiencing frequent urinary tract infections(UTIs)?
Are you experiencing frequent urinary tract infections? Have you ever considered testing your vagina’s pH? A pH scale is used to specify...

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Sep 23, 20211 min read
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Is yoga safe for me and my baby?
Did you know that performing yoga during your pregnancy not only is great exercise, but can help prepare you for childbirth? Yoga...

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Sep 9, 20211 min read
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Can I do sit-ups and crunches with diastasis?
A diastasis rectus abdominis (DRA) is the term used to describe the separation of the abdominal muscles from the midline (linea alba). ...

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Aug 26, 20212 min read
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Does Pelvic PT Hurt?
According to popular rumors PT should stand for physical torture, not physical therapy. In pelvic health PT that rumor has escalated to...

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Aug 9, 20213 min read
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Why Do I have Pain?
Why Do I Have Pain? You might have pain after stubbing your toe, having surgery, or having endometriosis. These are very different causes...

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Jul 29, 20214 min read
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Start Your Summer With an Annual Movement Screen
Your car needs regular maintenance, so you probably have a mechanic. Your eyes and teeth are important, so you see your optometrist and...

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Jul 8, 20212 min read
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