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  • Surabhi Veitch and Joanne Ukposidolo have a dynamic conversation on how to become a better and more successful pelvic floor physiotherapist, while respecting shared decision making, cultural humility and embracing your own identity.

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    We discuss:

    —Creating a space where you and your Type A clients can release the pressure and stress of the day

    —The role of the physiotherapist in creating an environment where clients want to participate in their rehab

    —Empowering clients as the custodian of their own care

    —Getting better at understanding client’s goals, identity and culture in order to better treat them

    —The importance of hearing people out and validating their concerns as a pelvic health physiotherapist

    —Cultural competence vs cultural humility

    —Understanding body shame and body confidence as a woman treading across multiple cultures

    —The hypervisibility and hyperinvisibility of being a visible minority (terms by Stephanie Lurch)

    —Embracing your culture, identity and parts that “stand out”

    —The importance of knowing yourself and respecting your own boundaries - “once you understand why something is important to you, nothing can touch you at that point”

    —The importance of critical thinking as a healthcare professional

    —Understanding how race and technology/AI can impact pain management and birth outcomes

    —Why it is crucial for healthcare professionals to take care of themselves in order to provide better client care

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    ✨This episode is sponsored by Embodia https://www.embodiaapp.com/ - use code momstrength to save $20 off your first month’s Tier 3 membership.

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    Connect with Joanne: Instagram @yourphysio_jo

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    Connect with Surabhi:
    —Find Surabhi on Instagram or Facebook @thepassionatephysio
    —Website: https://www.thepassionatephysio.ca

  • Surabhi chats with Dr. Yeni Abraham, pelvic physical therapist and creator of the Pelvic Rehab Fertility Specialist (PRFS) Certification Program, all about infertility, the importance of prioritizing sexual wellness, and using a holistic approach to supporting fertility.

    We discuss:

    —What is infertility and how to know when to get help?
    —The ideal age for fertility and impact of advanced maternal age
    —How lack of time impacts fertility especially for busy, Type A successful women
    —How the western medical and traditional cultural approaches both play a key role in fertility
    —How the search for economic stability can impacts an immigrant’s experience with fertility
    —Importance of education on regular intercourse, pleasure, orgasms and sexual wellness as part of fertility treatment
    —When should genetic and reproductive testing come into play
    —The role of a pelvic floor physical therapist in supporting fertility
    —The importance of shared decision making rather than resorting to the patriarchal model of healthcare
    —Fibroids, premature ovarian failure and other fertility cases that keep Dr Yeni up at night
    —Dr. Yeni’s services including mentorship, PRFS Certification Program, and masterclasses on endometriosis, adenomyosis, irregular periods
    —How Dr. Yeni prioritizes happiness and self-care as a mom and successful business owner

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    ✨This episode is sponsored by Embodia https://www.embodiaapp.com/ - use code momstrength to save $20 off your first month’s Tier 3 membership.

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    Connect with Dr. Yeni & Important Links:
    —Instagram @triggeredpt
    —Sign up for Dr. Yeni’s courses and programs: https://www.triggeredacademy.com

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    Connect with Surabhi:
    —Find Surabhi on Instagram or Facebook @thepassionatephysio
    —Website: https://www.thepassionatephysio.ca

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  • Surabhi chats with Dr. Sinéad Dufour, leading researcher and pelvic physiotherapist in a conversation all about incontinence, pelvic girdle pain and HIFEM technology.

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    We get into:

    —The benefits of virtual and hybrid models of care when it comes to pelvic physical therapy
    —What the research says about pregnancy-related pelvic girdle pain (PGP)
    —Reducing fear of movement and getting moms moving
    —Understanding physiologic vs structural pain
    —Pelvic floor dysfunction and urinary incontinence
    —High-intensity focused electromagnetic technology (HIFEM) like Emsella and other “Kegel chairs”

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    ✨This episode is sponsored by Embodia https://www.embodiaapp.com/ - use code momstrength to save $20 off your first month’s Tier 3 membership.

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    Connect with Dr. Sinéad & Important Links:
    —Instagram @dr.sinead
    —Work with Dr. Sinéad at Urospot and Compass Rose Wellness

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    Connect with Surabhi:
    —Find Surabhi on Instagram or Facebook @thepassionatephysio
    —Website: https://www.thepassionatephysio.ca

  • Pregnant, trying to conceive or planning a future pregnancy? Tune into this episode to learn why you should work with a pelvic floor physiotherapist. Whether you have pelvic symptoms like leaks, constipation or pain, other symptoms like lower back pain, sciatica, or maybe you don’t have symptoms at all, you’ll learn why it’s a good idea to work with a pelvic physio in pregnancy. You’ll also learn how to prepare for birth and minimize risk of tears.

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    Helpful Links:

    —Book a pelvic physiotherapy or coaching consult: https://www.thepassionatephysio.ca/book-with-surabhi

    —Prenatal fitness - sign up for BASE fitness membership: https://www.thepassionatephysio.ca/base-membership

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    Connect with Surabhi:
    —Find Surabhi on Instagram or Facebook @thepassionatephysio
    —Website: https://www.thepassionatephysio.ca

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    Episode Sponsor:

    This episode is sponsored by Embodia https://www.embodiaapp.com/ - use code momstrength to save $20 off your first month’s Tier 3 membership.

  • Not sure how to find a physio that’s a good fit for you? The thing is: not all physical therapists are created equal. There are many factors to consider in choosing the right practitioner for you, including their training, work experience, life experience, cultural competence, ability to listen to you, ability to empower you, and ability to get you results! Listen to this full episode so you’re empowered with information when finding the right person to support your needs.

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    Helpful Links:

    —Book a physiotherapy or coaching consult: https://www.thepassionatephysio.ca/book-with-surabhi

    —Sign up for BASE online fitness membership: https://www.thepassionatephysio.ca/base-membership

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    Connect with Surabhi:
    —Find Surabhi on Instagram or Facebook @thepassionatephysio
    —Website: https://www.thepassionatephysio.ca

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    Today’s Sponsor:

    This episode is sponsored by Embodia https://www.embodiaapp.com/ - use code momstrength to save $20 off your first month’s Tier 3 membership.

  • How does a physiotherapist who's not "tech-savvy" turn into an health tech entrepreneur and create a product that is used worldwide?! Tune in to find out!

    Surabhi interviews Maggie Bergeron, a physiotherapist with a drive to improve client care! We chat about the founding story of Embodia, a health tech platform that make it easier for healthcare professionals to schedule, bill, receive payment, chart, send exercises, send education, host a course and more!

    We discuss:

    —Maggie’s journey as a physiotherapist and the story of how Embodia was founded
    —How to take risk as an entrepreneur
    —Build a business the slow way
    —Embrace change as a profession
    —Ways to get outside of your comfort zone
    —How Embodia has evolved
    —Maggie’s fave features on Embodia

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    ✨This episode is sponsored by Embodia https://www.embodiaapp.com/ - use code momstrength to save $20 off your first month’s Tier 3 membership.

    ✨Click here to learn more about How I use Embodia as a Pelvic Physiotherapist!

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    Bio for Maggie Bergeron:

    Maggie Bergeron is a PT turned tech entrepreneur. 10 years ago she met a chemical engineer turned software developer at a dragon boat practice that changed the trajectory of her career. Like most healthcare professionals, Maggie was not particularly tech savvy, but deeply cared about helping her patients. Over a summer of dragon boat practices, the founding principles of Embodia were formed and in Oct 2014 Embodia was officially 'born' (ie incorporated), and thus began her journey into building, growing, and scaling a health tech company - with many ups, downs, and twists along the way.

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    Connect with Maggie & Important Links:
    —www.embodiaapp.com
    —Instagram @embodia @maggiebpt

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    Connect with Surabhi:
    —Find Surabhi on Instagram or Facebook @thepassionatephysio
    —Website: https://www.thepassionatephysio.ca

  • Did you grow up learning about your private parts? Do you want to do better for your own kids? Or maybe you have nieces, nephews or family members that you want to empower. This episode, from the perspective of a pelvic physiotherapist and mom (me!), will teach you simple ways to reduce the awkward, and get comfortable having conversations about our bodies and genital area.

    You’ll learn why it’s important and how to actually teach your babies and young kids about their private parts. We also cover setting boundaries, teaching them about consent, and giving them respect and autonomy over their bodies. Having these conversations early on can help keep your kids safe, and also help them understand when to speak up and who to go to for help if they feel uncomfortable.

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    Today’s Sponsor:

    This episode is sponsored by Embodia https://www.embodiaapp.com/ - use code momstrength to save $20 off your first month’s Tier 3 membership.

    Helpful Links:

    —Book a free call to find out how pelvic physiotherapy can help you: https://www.thepassionatephysio.ca/book-with-surabhi

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    Connect with Surabhi:
    —Find Surabhi on Instagram or Facebook @thepassionatephysio
    —Website: https://www.thepassionatephysio.ca

  • If you're a physiotherapist working in pelvic health, if you struggle to navigate the biopsychosocial influences to pain and offer the most empowering care to your patients, you'll want to tune into this episode!

    Surabhi interviews Teresa Waser, physiotherapist, educator, clinic owner and mom, as we explore the TIIPPSS-FC framework for Reframing Pain, Pelvic Health, and Performance. We start with the Biopsychosocial Approach, discuss psychosocial influences on pain including asking the right questions on intake forms. We discuss the importance of experiential learning for patients. Teresa shares her journey into pelvic health, highlighting the pelvic floor's vital role. We touch on Diastasis Recti, addressing disordered eating, and the challenges of perfectionism in physiotherapy. Plus, we share exciting updates about upcoming courses and delve into self-care and pessary fitting for pelvic health.

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    We discuss:

    —TIIPPSS-FC framework for Reframing Pain, Pelvic Health and Performance
    —What is the Biopsychosocial Approach?
    —Addressing psychosocial influences to pain and symptoms as a physiotherapist
    —Intake Forms and Screening Questionnaires to include
    —Using experiential learning to show patients how they can move with less symptoms
    —Teresa's journey into pelvic health
    —Pelvic floor being the missing link in physiotherapy
    —Factors to consider in Diastasis Recti & Postpartum Recovery
    —Addressing Disordered Eating as a Physiotherapist
    —Balancing motherhood, business ownership and teaching
    —Perfectionism in Physiotherapy and Letting it Be Enough
    —TIIPPSS-FC Live-Online Course in October 2023 and in-person course in Ireland in March 2024 (links to register below)
    —Self-Care as a Mom & Business Owner
    —Pessary fitting for pelvic organ prolapse and stress urinary incontinence

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    Today’s episode is sponsored by Embodia https://www.embodiaapp.com/ - use code momstrength to save $20 off your first month’s Tier 3 membership.

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    Bio for Teresa Waser:

    Teresa Waser is a passionate educator driven to help healthcare and fitness professionals reignite their curiosity, challenge what they believe, and strive towards a truly biopsychosocial approach. She teaches online and in person courses, is a pelvic health and orthopedic physiotherapist, and owns RX Physiotherapy in Leduc, Canada. She is a former running & CrossFit coach and while she stepped away from group coaching a few years ago, she still works with clients in a 1 on 1 basis. Teresa is also a mom of 3, including a set of twins. She loves traveling, horseback riding, and lifting heavy-ish barbells repeatedly.

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    Connect with Teresa & Important Links:
    —https://www.facebook.com/teresa.graysonwaser
    —https://www.facebook.com/rxphysiotherapy
    —https://www.instagram.com/rxphysio/

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    Courses:

    —TIIPPSS-FC: Reframing our Approach to Pain, Pelvic Health and Performance Live online, Oct 21 & 22, 2x4hr sessions, plus 2hr recorded research review, hosted by Reframe Rehab, only $249CAD https://reframerehab.com/products/tiippss-fc-reframing-our-approach-to-pain-pelvic-health-and-performance-north-america-may-6
    —Beyond the Pelvis: Live online, Nov 4, 8hr course, extremely practical, Hosted by Pelvic Health Solutions, only $199CAD https://courses.pelvichealthsolutions.ca/products/beyond-the-pelvis-exercise-for-the-whole-body-and-the-everyday-person-online-november-2023
    —TIIPPSS-FC Masterclass in Cork Ireland, March 23 & 24 Live in person, 2x8hr, plus 2hr recorded research review https://rxphysio.ck.page/products/tiippss-fc-masterclass-cork-ireland

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    Connect with Surabhi:
    —Find Surabhi on Instagram or Facebook @thepassionatephysio
    —Website: https://www.thepassionatephysio.ca

  • Your period is your superpower!

    Let’s dive into all things menstruation! From debunking the myth that painful periods are 'normal' to embracing the magic of your menstrual cycle, I’ll guide you through better period health. Learn about primary and secondary dysmenorrhea, tackle the shame and stigma surrounding periods, and discover how to treat your menstrual cycle like a cherished friend. Explore remedies and approaches to alleviate PMS and menstrual pain.

    Dive deep into the connection between your beliefs and pain perception, and prepare your period toolkit to thrive throughout your entire cycle. From medications to nutrition, cravings to TENS machines, acupuncture to massages, and the choice of menstrual wear, I’ve got you covered. Uncover the benefits of nature time, exercise, orgasms, and learning to ask for help. Explore stress management techniques, including the wonders of pelvic physiotherapy. Discover the importance of self-care, mindfulness, and movement throughout your menstrual phases, and understand that women's health is not a one-size-fits-all concept.

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    15 things to have in your period toolkit

    1. Medications for PMS
    2. Nutrition for menstrual health (fats, seeds, proteins, carbs), reduce caffeine and drink adequate water
    3. TENS machine for period pain (not an affiliate link, just a suggestion)
    4. Acupuncture for menstrual pain
    5. Massage for abdominal or pelvic pain
    6. Change your menstrual wear aka “feminine hygiene” eg try cup, tampon, period underwear, pads
    7. Breathe, Meditation and mindfulness – be where your feet are
    8. Yoga: Asana, pranayama and yoga nidra
    9. Plan ahead for different phases of menstrual cycle, look at calendar for next 4-5 weeks and plan more self-care and less stress in luteal/pre-menstrual phase. Women are not small men
    10. Nature time
    11. Movement – relaxation stretches, isometric exercises, ab exercises, glute med exercises, jogging, pelvic floor exercises, aerobic exercise, stretching – 8-12 weeks participation eg in my BASE fitness membership
    12. Orgasms, snuggling and being taken care of
    13. Do less and ask for help
    14. Stress management
    15. Pelvic physiotherapy

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    Today’s episode is sponsored by Embodia https://www.embodiaapp.com/ - use code momstrength to save $20 off your first month’s Tier 3 membership.

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    Helpful Links:

    Helpful Links:

    —Strength and mobility workouts to support your menstrual health: sign up for my BASE fitness monthly membership
    —Pelvic physiotherapy (virtual or in-person in Toronto) to manage period pain and menstrual symptoms
    —Mom Strength Episode 33: Polycystic Ovarian Syndrome (PCOS) with Dr. Whitney Baxter
    —TENS machine from Ortho Canada (not an affiliate link, just a suggestion)

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    Connect with Surabhi:
    —Find Surabhi on Instagram or Facebook @thepassionatephysio
    —Website: https://www.thepassionatephysio.ca

  • Surabhi Veitch chats with Divya Kumar, an Asian-American licensed psychotherapist. Divya specializes in perinatal mental health, trauma, and the life transitions related to pregnancy, childbirth, and parenting. Surabhi and Divya discuss parenting and the challenges of being a South Asian parent within Western society. Join the conversation as Divya explains how to manage your triggers when it comes to parenting and explores how race and culture impacts parenting.

    We discuss:

    —Forming Identity as an Immigrant
    —Sacrifice as a Parent
    —Intergenerational Healing
    —Strategies for Self Awareness
    —Dealing With Your Own Trauma & Triggers
    —Living in a White World
    —Cultural Appropriation
    —South Asian Food
    —The Namesake

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    Bio for Divya Kumar, psychotherapist:

    Divya Kumar, LICSW, PMH-C is a South Asian-American psychotherapist with a public health background who specializes in perinatal mental health, trauma, and the life transitions related to pregnancy, childbirth, and parenting. She is especially passionate about holding space for folks of color and folks who identify as first- and second-generation immigrants as they navigate the transition to parenthood and explore how race, racial identity, and culture intersect with parenting.

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    Connect with Divya & Important Links:
    —Follow Divya on Instagram @bothbrownandtherapist
    —Work with Divya: www.divyakumarlicsw.com

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    Connect with Surabhi:
    —Find Surabhi on Instagram or Facebook @thepassionatephysio
    —Website: https://www.thepassionatephysio.ca

  • If there’s one thing we learn even less about than postpartum, it’s menopause! This week on Mom Strength, Surabhi chats with menopause and midlife health coach, Samantha Montpetit-Huynh to discuss tips for dealing with menopause symptoms, how to embrace aging, as well as hormone replacement therapy (HRT).

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    Menopause & Perimenopause → 0:02:35

    Embracing Aging → 0:08:11

    Advice & Tips for Menopause → 0:11:48

     What to Expect with Menopause → 0:19:40

    Hormones → 0:21:13

    Symptoms → 0:24:45

    Societal Pressures with Menopause → 0:35:22

    Coping with Menopause → 0:38:30

    Weight Loss → 0:45:37

    Meditation → 0:48:33

    Advocating for Yourself in the Workplace → 0:50:36

    Hormone Replacement Therapy   → 0:52:32

    Additional Resources → 0:57:12

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    Samantha Montpetit-Huynh Bio

    Samantha is founder of SamCoreTrainer where she coaches women 40+ with the most comprehensive online health management program for women during menopause and midlife. Samantha is a serial entrepreneur, media expert, speaker, teacher, mentor, course creator and author. She was featured on CBC’s The National in January 2023 and more recently on CTV’s Cityline in April 2023, talking about fitness in menopause with Tracy Moore. 

Samantha has been a recognized expert in her field for 2 decades and was awarded The Abundance 2019 Personal Trainer of the Year and CanfitPro’s 2021, Specialty Presenter of the Year.

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    Connect with Sam & Important Links:
    —Follow Sam on Instagram or Facebook @samcoretrainer
    —https://www.samcoretrainer.com/
    —Book a free discovery call: https://calendly.com/samcore/30min
    —Books Sam recommends: Estrogen Matters, Estrogen Fix, The Hormone Cure

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    Connect with Surabhi:
    —Find Surabhi on Instagram or Facebook @thepassionatephysio
    —Website: https://www.thepassionatephysio.ca

  • Are you terrified to tear your pelvic floor during childbirth? Have you heard that your pelvic organs can hang outside your vagina after delivery? Instead of feeling afraid or stuck in fear, learn 10 tangible and actionable ways you can reduce your risk of pelvic trauma during birth. Improve your pelvic health during pregnancy so you can reap the benefits now and later!

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    Helpful Links:

    Today’s episode is sponsored by Embodia https://www.embodiaapp.com/ - use code momstrength to save $20 off your first month’s Tier 3 membership.

    Helpful Links:

    —Grab my 90-minute Prenatal & Birth Prep workshop to prepare your pelvic floor and body for birth and postpartum: https://www.thepassionatephysio.ca/prenatal-birth-prep-workshop-replay

    —Sign up for my BASE fitness membership for pregnancy workouts to support your pelvic health and whole body: https://www.thepassionatephysio.ca/base-membership

    —Book 1:1 physiotherapy (virtual or in-person in Toronto) to manage symptoms and achieve your movement goals: https://www.thepassionatephysio.ca/book-with-surabhi

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    Connect with Surabhi:
    —Find Surabhi on Instagram or Facebook @thepassionatephysio
    —Website: https://www.thepassionatephysio.ca

  • A pessary is like a sports bra for your vagina! Surabhi interviews Cara McDougall, a pelvic health physiotherapist specializing in pessary assessment and fitting. We discuss how pessaries support people with pelvic organ prolapse and stress urinary incontinence, who makes an ideal candidate, and the success rate. Let’s debunk common myths and release the stigma around pessary use (it’s been around forever!).

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    Specific Topics:

    —What is a Pessary?
    —History of Pessaries (it started in ancient Egypt!)
    —Helping Patients with Pessary Care  → 0:03:32
    —Symptoms of Pelvic Organ Prolapse (POP)
    —Who is the ideal candidate & ideal timing for Pessary Use?
    —What are unsafe circumstances for Pessary Use?
    —Common Myths about Pessaries
    —Gaining relief of symptoms with a pessary
    —Trial Pessary
    —Sex & Pessary Use
    —Periods & Pessary Use
    —What are pessary fittings like?
    —Pregnancy & Pessary Use
    —Pessaries & Stress Urinary Incontinence (SUI)

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    Today’s episode is sponsored by Embodia https://www.embodiaapp.com/ - use code momstrength to save $20 off your first month’s Tier 3 membership.

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    Important Links:
    —Follow Toronto Pessary Clinic on Instagram @torontopessaryclinic
    —www.torontopessaryclinic.com  www.saskatoonpessaryclinic.com 

    —Want pelvic floor strength? Join my BASE fitness membership!
    —Read my Blog for more on Pessaries and Prolapse: https://www.thepassionatephysio.ca/blog/vagina-sports-bra-pessary-prolapse and https://www.thepassionatephysio.ca/blog/pelvic-organ-prolapse-top-questions-answered

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    Connect with Surabhi:
    —Find Surabhi on Instagram or Facebook @thepassionatephysio
    —Website: https://www.thepassionatephysio.ca

  • Your ultimate guide to your pelvic floor exercises including strength and relaxation. Learn key visualization cues to help you contract (i.e., Kegel) and relax (i.e., Reverse Kegel) your pelvic floor muscles with ease and confidence!

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    What you’ll learn in this episode:

    —02:00: What is the pelvic floor?
    —02:48: What is a Kegel? Who invented the Kegel?
    —04:20: Do Kegels solve pelvic symptoms like leaks, pain and prolapse?
    —05:05: Why Kegels don’t lead to strong pelvic floor
    —07:55: What should pelvic floor contractions look like
    —08:20: Visual & tactile cues and analogies for Kegels including flower blooming, octopus/jellyfish, arcade game claw, milkshake, elevator riding, holding a fart and more!
    —11:45: What positions to practice Kegels?
    —12:42: What is a Reverse Kegel?
    —14:20: Why don’t I feel my pelvic floor working?
    —17:20: Is sucking in your belly a problem?
    —18:20: Problem with excess pelvic tension
    —22:50: Ways you can access my support: Pelvic Strength workshop , BASE fitness membership , 1:1 physiotherapy (virtual or in-person)
    —23:35: Pelvic floor endurance vs strength
    —24:20: Power of intentional diaphragmatic breaths
    —26:20: What to do when pelvic physio doesn’t work for you

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    Today’s episode is sponsored by Embodia https://www.embodiaapp.com/ - use code momstrength to save $20 off your first month’s Tier 3 membership.

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    Helpful Links:

    —Learn more about Kegels on my Blog: Fix your Kegels and Reverse Kegels

    —Grab my 90-minute Pelvic Strength workshop to improve pelvic strength, stamina and endurance

    —Sign up for my BASE fitness membership for workouts to support your pelvic health and whole body

    —Book 1:1 physiotherapy (virtual or in-person) to manage symptoms and achieve your movement goals

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    Connect with Surabhi:
    —Find Surabhi on Instagram or Facebook @thepassionatephysio
    —Website: https://www.thepassionatephysio.ca

  • Part 2 of this conversation with Sarah Sayed talks about the guilt around precipitous birth, erasure of women in birth stories, societal views of birth, and exercising as a parent.

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    Connect with Sarah:

    —Follow Sarah on Instagram https://www.instagram.com/saysarahnow/ and check out her art https://www.instagram.com/drawdemic/
    —Kensington Midwives: https://kensingtonmidwives.ca/

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    Connect with Surabhi:
    —Find Surabhi on Instagram or Facebook @thepassionatephysio
    —Website: https://www.thepassionatephysio.ca

  • This week’s episode features Sarah Sayed who unexpectedly had a precipitous birth (which is a fast and short labour) while she was at home and ended up birthing her baby boy on her couch! It’s such an incredible story. Tune in to hear all about Sarah’s birth story, how she gave birth, alongside her husband, in her living room.

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    We discuss

    —Midwifery → 0:04:55
    —Precipitous Birth
    —Genetics Role in Precipitous Labour and Births
    —Informed Consent
    —Birth Expectations
    —Postpartum
    —Co-sleeping
    —Returning to Exercise After Birth

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    Connect with Sarah:

    Sarah is an artist, a mom with ADHD, a pull-up enthusiast, and currently a fingerprint technician for the RCMP.

    —Follow Sarah on Instagram https://www.instagram.com/saysarahnow/ and check out her art https://www.instagram.com/drawdemic/
    —Kensington Midwives: https://kensingtonmidwives.ca/

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    Connect with Surabhi:
    —Find Surabhi on Instagram or Facebook @thepassionatephysio
    —Website: https://www.thepassionatephysio.ca

  • The conversation continues in part two, where Surabhi Veitch and Aarti Inamdar, classical hatha yoga teacher, discuss the hierarchy in modern day yoga and how Aarti disrupts and challenges the status quo within the yoga space. 

    We discuss:

    —Parenting & Yoga
    —Responsibility of Teachers
    —The Hierarchy in Yoga
    —Fighting Against Cultural Appropriation & Colonization
    —Disability & Yoga
    —Importance of Pelvic Physiotherapy
    —Prioritizing Mental & Physical Health as a Parent
    —Hindu Stages of Life
    —Identity Shift as a New Parent
    —Self Care
    —Serving Humanity
    —The Comfort Book
    —Changing Hearts & Minds of Political Leaders

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    Aarti Inamdar Bio

    Aarti, is a student and teacher of classical hatha yoga, trained by her elders and lineage teachers. Aarti shares the teachings of yoga as sacred ancestral wisdom traditions, and has been a guide and coach for over 15 years. She lives the teachings of yoga and enjoys sharing yoga as a way of life with her students. She teaches online yoga, meditation, and philosophy classes and courses; she runs corporate wellness sessions and retreats; and mentors individuals one on one to support them in their healing, wellness and health journeys. Her goals are to facilitate authentic wellbeing, mobility, and focus in her students using the tools that yoga provides.

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    Connect with Aarti & Important Links:
    —Follow Aarti on Instagram @aarti.inamdar or Facebook: Yoga with Aarti
    —Website & Classes: https://www.aartiyoga.com/
    —Hatha Yoga 6-month Immersion: https://www.aartiyoga.com/immersion
    —Newsletter: https://www.aartiyoga.com/subscribe

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    Connect with Surabhi:
    —Find Surabhi on Instagram or Facebook @thepassionatephysio
    —Website: https://www.thepassionatephysio.ca

  • In this two-part episode, host Surabhi Veitch sits down with Aarti Inamdar, a yoga teacher and student of classical hatha yoga. With over 15 years of experience, Aarti has a passion for sharing the teachings and wisdom in the sacred ancestral traditions of yoga. You won’t want to miss these episodes as we discuss spiritual healing in yoga, inclusivity within the yoga space, and how the practices of yoga can make you a better parent. 

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    —Yoga as a Way of Life
    —Inclusivity: Any Body is a Yoga Body
    —Body Shame
    —Parenting & Yoga
    —Spiritual Healing Through Yoga

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    Aarti Inamdar Bio

    Aarti, is a student and teacher of classical hatha yoga, trained by her elders and lineage teachers. Aarti shares the teachings of yoga as sacred ancestral wisdom traditions, and has been a guide and coach for over 15 years. She lives the teachings of yoga and enjoys sharing yoga as a way of life with her students. She teaches online yoga, meditation, and philosophy classes and courses; she runs corporate wellness sessions and retreats; and mentors individuals one on one to support them in their healing, wellness and health journeys. Her goals are to facilitate authentic wellbeing, mobility, and focus in her students using the tools that yoga provides.

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    Connect with Aarti & Important Links:
    —Follow Aarti on Instagram or Facebook: Yoga with Aarti
    —Website & Classes: https://www.aartiyoga.com/
    —Hatha Yoga 6-month Immersion: https://www.aartiyoga.com/immersion
    —Newsletter: https://www.aartiyoga.com/subscribe

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    Connect with Surabhi:
    —Find Surabhi on Instagram or Facebook @thepassionatephysio
    —Website: https://www.thepassionatephysio.ca

  • Surabhi Veitch interviews board-certified pelvic physical therapist Dr. Darshana Naik about vaginismus, religion, shame and how to overcome painful sex.

    We discuss:

    —Meeting Patients in the Middle
    —Painful Intimacy
    —Sexual Shame and how it influences Vaginismus
    —Painful Sex
    —Religion & Sex
    —Psychology of Painful Sex
    —Pleasure Matters
    —Girlfriend's Guide to Pain Free Sex
    —Growing Your Small Business

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    Dr. Darshana Naik Bio

    Dr. Darshana Naik is a pelvic physiotherapist who has a passion for helping busy women with a variety of issues such as sexual dysfunction, pelvic pain and pregnancy aches. Listen to this week’s episode as Dr. Naik talks about the cultural barriers around pleasure and sex and the importance of getting helpful with vaginismus or painful sex. 

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    Connect with Dr Darshana & Important Links:
    —Follow Dr Darshana on Instagram , YouTube or TikTok @pelvicptgyan
    —https://drdarshanapelvicpt.com
    —Buy Dr. Darshana’s book Girlfriend’s Guide to Pain Free Sex on Amazon
    —Text PSA 33777 for free guide: pelvic PSA

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    Connect with Surabhi:
    —Find Surabhi on Instagram or Facebook @thepassionatephysio
    —Website: https://www.thepassionatephysio.ca

  • Mothers are often admired for how much they do for their kids. But how about how much you do for yourself? Traveling without kids, either for business or for pleasure, can be an important way to fill your cup.

    I share my experience from my 6-day trip to LA for Boss Up - a conference put on by Dr. Shanté Cofield aka The Movement Maestro and Jill Coleman aka JillFit. I also share how and why we need to release mom guilt when we take the time to do things for ourselves.

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    Connect with Surabhi:
    —Find Surabhi on Instagram or Facebook @thepassionatephysio
    —Website: https://www.thepassionatephysio.ca