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Evidence-based articles on pelvic floor health, postpartum recovery, and getting back to the activities you love.
You Were Cleared at 6 Weeks. Here’s the Assessment You Actually Need.
Your 6-week checkup doesn’t assess your pelvic floor. Dr. Danaya walks you through what your body actually needs checked — from muscle coordination to levator avulsion screening.
Read Article → March 31, 2026You Were Told You Have Prolapse. Here’s What They Didn’t Tell You.
Stage 1 isn’t even prolapse anymore. Up to 78% of postpartum prolapse resolves on its own. Dr. Danaya explains what your diagnosis actually means and what to do about it.
Read Article → March 31, 2026Does Diastasis Recti Cause Pelvic Floor Problems? What the Research Says
Three separate studies found no correlation between diastasis recti and pelvic floor dysfunction. Dr. Danaya explains what the research actually says — and why most of what you’ve been told is outdated.
Read Article → March 23, 2026Your Body and Mind Are Connected: Why Pelvic Health and Mental Health Go Together
Dr. Danaya sits down with Joy Bouchard, LCSW of Lotus Rose Counseling to discuss how pelvic floor dysfunction and mental health are deeply connected — and why treating both leads to better outcomes.
Read Article → March 14, 2026Why You Can’t Hold Your Pee — And What Actually Fixes It
Bladder leaks have 3 distinct causes — and Kegels only fix one of them. A pelvic floor specialist explains what’s actually going on and how to stop it.
Read Article → March 11, 2026Should You Lift Heavy During Pregnancy?
The “don’t lift more than 25 pounds” rule was never based on research. A 4x mom and pelvic floor PT breaks down what the evidence actually says.
Read Article → March 4, 2026Can You Do Crunches With Diastasis Recti?
New research shows crunches can actually help close diastasis recti. A pelvic floor PT explains why the old “avoid all ab exercises” advice is outdated.
Read Article → February 25, 2026Why Does My C-Section Scar Still Hurt? (Even Years Later)
Scar tissue adhesions can cause pain, numbness, and dysfunction years after surgery. Here’s why — and what helps.
Read Article → February 18, 2026Do I Have Diastasis Recti? How to Check at Home
A step-by-step self-test you can do in 30 seconds — plus why gap width is not the whole story.
Read Article → February 13, 2026Pelvic Floor PT for Endometriosis: What Most Women Don’t Know
There’s a 98% correlation between oblique trigger points and visceral abnormality in endo patients. Here’s why PT helps even when the disease is still present.
Read Article → February 11, 2026Why Women Wait Years for Pelvic Floor Help
Three reasons women wait — sometimes decades — to get help for pelvic floor issues, and what they wish they had known sooner.
Read Article → February 6, 20265 Postpartum Exercises That Can Make Your Pelvic Floor Worse
The common thread is unmanaged pressure. A PT and former NCAA athlete explains what to avoid and the safe alternatives.
Read Article → February 4, 2026Am I Ready to Run Again After Baby?
A readiness checklist from a pelvic floor PT and former NCAA D1 track athlete, plus a walk-to-run program.
Read Article → January 30, 2026Sex After Baby: What’s Normal, What’s Not
50–60% of women experience painful sex after childbirth. The three main causes, what helps, and when to seek treatment.
Read Article → January 28, 2026When Should You Start PT After Having a Baby?
The 6-week checkup doesn’t include a pelvic floor assessment. Here’s the real postpartum timeline and why waiting can backfire.
Read Article → January 23, 2026How Much Does Pelvic Floor PT Cost in Utah?
A transparent guide to insurance vs. cash-based PT pricing, HSA/FSA options, and what you actually get for your money.
Read Article → January 16, 2026Why Do I Leak When I Run?
Leaking while running is common but not normal. A pelvic floor PT and former NCAA D1 athlete explains why it happens and how to fix it.
Read Article → January 14, 2026Kegels Aren’t Enough: What Your Pelvic Floor Actually Needs
Up to 50% of women do Kegels incorrectly, and for some, Kegels make symptoms worse. Here’s what comprehensive treatment includes.
Read Article → January 9, 2026Tight vs. Weak Pelvic Floor: Why It Matters
Most women assume their pelvic floor is weak. Many are actually too tight — and doing Kegels makes it worse.
Read Article → January 7, 2026How to Choose a Pelvic Floor Physical Therapist
Not all pelvic floor PTs are equal. The certifications that matter, the right questions to ask, and the red flags to watch for.
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