Upper Body Strength Will Help Your Prolapse
It's no secret that mom life requires a LOT of lifting. From holding crying babies, lifting carseats, and swinging toddlers around, moms...
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Talia Gilmour
- May 9
- 3 min
Healing Prolapse With Physical Therapy
Prolapse refers to movement of the organs in the body, which can include the bladder, uterus or colon, down toward the vaginal opening....
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Talia Gilmour
- May 1
- 2 min
Can You Twist During Pregnancy?
I've heard some theories that spinal twisting is something to avoid during pregnancy, especially during prenatal yoga. As someone that...
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Talia Gilmour
- Apr 22
- 2 min
What's Going Wrong With Your Crunches
The story is true for so many of us, not just postpartum moms... You go to Ab Lab, you do your 50 crunches, 30 sit-ups, and 1 minute of...
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Talia Gilmour
- Apr 13
- 2 min
Early C-Section Recovery
C-sections are major surgery, and put moms at higher risk for Diastasis Recti. Tension along the c-section scar area can create abdominal...
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Talia Gilmour
- Apr 10
- 2 min
How To Test For Diastasis Recti
Diastasis Recti is the spreading of fascia that connects your 6-pack abs, or Rectus Abdominis, our most superficial layer of abdominal...
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Talia Gilmour
- Apr 3
- 2 min
Can You Heal A Hernia Without Surgery?
Hernias are a tear in abdominal fascia, which can allow organs to potentially pass through. They occur in men and women, and can be in...
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Talia Gilmour
- Feb 13
- 2 min
Can a C-Section Prevent "Mommy Pooch?"
You might be surprised to learn that a c-section does not prevent "mommy pooch." Actually, it can present additional challenges. A...
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Talia Gilmour
- Feb 6
- 2 min
Why Pubic Symphysis Pain Doesn't Always Go Away Postpartum
Many of us experiencing pubic symphysis dysfunction or pain during pregnancy are assured it is exclusively pregnancy related and will...
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Talia Gilmour
- Jan 30
- 2 min
Why Your Prolapse Feels Worse On Your Period
Uh-oh! It's time for your period, and without fail, it makes your prolapse or pelvic floor issues worse. It's not all in your head. I see...
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Talia Gilmour
- Jan 23
- 2 min
Why Deep Breathing Isn't Belly Breathing
We all know breathing is important, but did you know how you breathe is also very important? Unfortunately, most of the adult population...
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Talia Gilmour
- Jan 17
- 3 min
When And How To Exercise During Pregnancy
Did you know that exercise is critical for a healthy, active pregnancy? Women who have never exercised before can and should start...
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Talia Gilmour
- Jan 9
- 2 min
Does Peeing In The Shower Cause Pee Leaks?
Who doesn't love to save the earth a little by peeing in the shower? But can peeing in the shower create an association in your brain...
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Talia Gilmour
- Jan 3
- 3 min
You Had Issues Before They Were Issues
I cannot count the number of times I have heard something like "pregnancy ruins your body," or "this getting old thing really (sucks)."...
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Talia Gilmour
- Dec 26, 2022
- 2 min
Pee Leaks With A Tense Pelvic Floor
People who have a tight and non-relaxing pelvic floor can develop similar bladder issues to someone who has a weak pelvic floor. I know,...
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Talia Gilmour
- Dec 18, 2022
- 2 min
Where Did Your Butt Go After Baby?
As much as my inner feminist wants to protest this concept, at the end of the day I do think "mom butt" is a real thing. According to...
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Talia Gilmour
- Dec 12, 2022
- 3 min
Dealing With Constipation While Traveling
Anyone who has dealt with chronic constipation knows that traveling can be a real doozy! The change in diet, increased sitting, stress of...
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Talia Gilmour
- Dec 5, 2022
- 2 min
What Causes Hemorrhoids
Hemorrhoids are veins in the lower gastrointestinal tract that have ballooned, or prolapsed, under too much stress. They are caused by...
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Talia Gilmour
- Nov 27, 2022
- 3 min
To Kegel Or Not To Kegel
Let's get a few things straight. The word Kegel refers to the contraction of the pelvic floor muscles, and was named after a dead guy....
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Talia Gilmour
- Nov 22, 2022
- 3 min
Staying Fit During Pregnancy
The benefits of physical activity during pregnancy are too great for the mother and baby for us to ignore! Encouraging newly pregnant...
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