The Connection Between Breath and the Pelvic Floor

The Connection Between Breath and the Pelvic Floor

The Connection Between Breath and the Pelvic Floor Bandhas In yogic philosophy, our bodies have bandhas, or locks. We each have three of them, and one master lock for engaging all of them at once. In yoga, these locks are places of movement in the body that can be...
What’s the Core?

What’s the Core?

What’s the Core? Here is my summary of most people’s experience with “the core.” You can easily find versions of this meme all over the internet. And isn’t it just spot on? Most people have a very hard time engaging their “core,” because they...
Breastfeeding and Posture

Breastfeeding and Posture

Breastfeeding and Posture Breastfeeding is a time of significant changes to a woman’s body, including your posture. And I know what you are probably thinking. Can my body seriously handle any more changes after just gaining and losing 30 pounds, massively shifting my...
Pregnancy-Related Pelvic Girdle Pain

Pregnancy-Related Pelvic Girdle Pain

Pregnancy-Related Pelvic Girdle Pain There are many aches and pains that may surface during pregnancy. And, while fleeting pains can occur as a warning signal from your body that you may be overdoing it, pain that limits your sleep or function is not normal. Let me...
Is it Normal? – The Menstrual Cycle

Is it Normal? – The Menstrual Cycle

Is it Normal? – The Menstrual Cycle To most women, there is so much unknown information about what makes up a normal and healthy menstrual cycle. For so long, it has only been spoken about in hushed tones and whispers in locker rooms. (Except, of course, when...