Pelvic Floor, Core & More | Healing Beyond Kegels: Core Rehab, Prenatal Fitness, Birth Prep, Postpartum Recovery, Nervous System Regulation, and Holistic Self-Care for Moms

Are you doing all the right things — kegels, workouts, even PT — but still dealing with leaking, pressure, or pain? You're not alone, and you're not broken. In this powerful episode of the Pelvic Floor, Core & More podcast, Dr. Des breaks down why your pelvic floor rehab might not be working yet — and what foundational pieces most women skip that make all the difference in healing. Whether you're postpartum, navigating prolapse, or just feel disconnected from your core, this is your permission slip to slow down, reconnect, and rebuild your body from the inside out. 🔍 In This Episode, You'll Learn: Why strengthening alone won’t fix pelvic floor dysfunction The missing link between your breath and your pelvic floor How posture and pressure management affect healing What your body boundaries are — and how to listen to them The real reason kegels might not be helping (and what to do instead) The power of nervous system regulation in pelvic healing 💛 You’ll Walk Away With: A better understanding of why you feel stuck in your rehab journey Simple ways to reconnect with your body’s foundations A clear path to move forward with more confidence and clarity Want to Get a Jump Start on These Foundations, with Lessons, Exercises & Support?! Join the FREE 5 Day Pelvic Reset Challenge ASAP (1/12/26-1/16/26) 🎁 This is your chance to feel supported, strong, and finally in tune with your body. 🌀 Sign up here: https://pelvic-floor-reset-challenge.gr-site.com/ Ready to feel strong again — for real? Let’s reset.   🔁 Ready For More Guidance? Check Out RESTORE! If this episode hit home, it’s time to go deeper. 💌 Ready to reconnect with your core and pelvic floor — the right way? Grab my FREE Masterclass + 5 min breathwork exercise routine “Root to Rise: Pelvic Floor 101 Foundations” and learn the key steps to healing from the inside out. Whether you’re postpartum, dealing with leaking, pressure, or just feel disconnected… this is where your true strength begins. ✨ Get Access to your FREE Masterclass Here You don’t need more guesswork — you need grounded, whole-body healing. 🌀 Ready RESTORE and take the next steps and get a full 12 wk Program? If you’re done guessing and Googling, and you’re ready to stop peeing your pants, living with pressure, or feeling disconnected from your body — it’s time to RESTORE. My signature self-paced pelvic floor & core healing program is open now — built for real women, real schedules, and real life. ☀️ Evidence-based. Nervous system-informed. Holistically healing. Inside RESTORE you’ll get: ✔️ 12 weeks of progressive breathwork, mobility & strength ✔️ 5- and 20-minute workouts to fit your life ✔️ Deep pelvic floor education (with zero fluff) ✔️ Real-life tools to reduce pain, improve leaks, and feel like YOU again ✔️ Access to our private community and support Inside RESTORE, we cover: Breathwork + pelvic floor connection Mobility + posture Nervous system regulation Core control + strength building Real-life application to everyday movement And how to stop leaking, rushing to the bathroom, or feeling disconnected from your core You’ll walk away from RESTORE with clarity, confidence, and a body you trust again. JOIN RESTORE NOW FOR INSTANT ACCESS TO LESSONS AND EXERCISES!!  https://pelvic-floor-core-more.passion.io/checkout/a03150a0-ada0-49b3-be55-24420a2608db  Or  💎 Learn More About RESTORE below, my 12-week program that walks you step by step through pelvic floor and core healing — so you can stop leaking, reduce prolapse symptoms, and feel strong again.  https://balancedmomtality.com/restore  💖 Or Want Personalized 1:1 Coaching and Support? Book a virtual or in-person women’s health coaching/pelvic floor physical therapy session tailored to YOU. 📧 Email: [email protected] ✨ Next Steps: 📲 Download the Pelvic Floor, Core & More App →  for guided breathwork, mobility, and strength progressions you can do at home. - Download PCM App iTunes: https://apps.apple.com/us/app/pelvic-floor-core-more/id6740750561  - Download PCM App Google Play: https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=com.pqw8e051gua.pmh8skrtsapp&pcampaignid=web_share   🎧 Don’t forget to subscribe to Pelvic Floor, Core & More so you never miss an empowering episode about pelvic floor health, core strength, and whole-body healing.   👉 If this episode resonated with you, share it with a mom friend who needs to hear that healing is possible. And don’t forget to subscribe so you never miss an empowering conversation about pelvic health, core strength, and whole-body healing. 🌿 Join the Momtality Community: 👯‍♀️ Free Facebook Group: Balanced Momtality Wellness + Support 💌 Get on the VIP list: https://newsletter.balancedmomtality.com/ 💬 Stay Connected: IG: @the_balanced_momtality FB: @thebalancedmomtality Web: www.balancedmomtality.com 🎧 Share the love: Found this powerful? Send it to a mama who’s ready to rise — and don’t forget to leave a 5-star review! 💖 Prefer 1:1 or Hybrid Support? Let’s build a plan just for you. Email [email protected] Keywords: prolapse support, posture and pelvic floor, breathwork for leaking, body awareness practice, pelvic floor app, somatic healing women, core healing, postpartum, pregnancy, postpartum recovery, grounding, nervous system healing, regulation for moms, pregnancy fitness, prenatal workout, safe exercise during pregnancy, pelvic floor health pregnancy, core exercises pregnancy, prepare for birth, prenatal exercise tips, pregnancy workout modifications, shoulder mobility pelvic floor, pelvic floor dysfunction tight hips,  pelvic floor and shoulder connection, shoulder pain, shoulder impingement

Start Your Year With a Pelvic Reset 💛 Feel disconnected from your core? Struggling with leaking, pressure, or pain — or just ready to reconnect and move intentionally in 2025? This episode dives into what it truly means to reset your pelvic floor and body from the inside out. We’re done with just doing kegels and hoping for the best. It's time to reconnect with your core, breath, nervous system, and strength in a way that lasts. ✨ AND — I’m inviting you to join the FREE Pelvic Reset 5-Day Challenge starting Monday January 12, 2026 inside the Pelvic Floor, Core & More App. In this FREE challenge, we’ll cover: Breathwork & nervous system connection Nutrition & hydration for pelvic health Mindset + movement that actually supports healing Core activation that isn’t just kegels 🎁 This is your chance to feel supported, strong, and finally in tune with your body. 🌀 Sign up here: https://pelvic-floor-reset-challenge.gr-site.com/ Ready to feel strong again — for real? Let’s reset.   🔁 Ready For More Guidance? Check Out RESTORE! If this episode hit home, it’s time to go deeper. 💌 Ready to reconnect with your core and pelvic floor — the right way? Grab my FREE Masterclass + 5 min breathwork exercise routine “Root to Rise: Pelvic Floor 101 Foundations” and learn the key steps to healing from the inside out. Whether you’re postpartum, dealing with leaking, pressure, or just feel disconnected… this is where your true strength begins. ✨ Get Access to your FREE Masterclass Here You don’t need more guesswork — you need grounded, whole-body healing. 🌀 Ready RESTORE and take the next steps and get a full 12 wk Program? If you’re done guessing and Googling, and you’re ready to stop peeing your pants, living with pressure, or feeling disconnected from your body — it’s time to RESTORE. My signature self-paced pelvic floor & core healing program is open now — built for real women, real schedules, and real life. ☀️ Evidence-based. Nervous system-informed. Holistically healing. Inside RESTORE you’ll get: ✔️ 12 weeks of progressive breathwork, mobility & strength ✔️ 5- and 20-minute workouts to fit your life ✔️ Deep pelvic floor education (with zero fluff) ✔️ Real-life tools to reduce pain, improve leaks, and feel like YOU again ✔️ Access to our private community and support Inside RESTORE, we cover: Breathwork + pelvic floor connection Mobility + posture Nervous system regulation Core control + strength building Real-life application to everyday movement And how to stop leaking, rushing to the bathroom, or feeling disconnected from your core You’ll walk away from RESTORE with clarity, confidence, and a body you trust again. JOIN RESTORE NOW FOR INSTANT ACCESS TO LESSONS AND EXERCISES!!  https://pelvic-floor-core-more.passion.io/checkout/a03150a0-ada0-49b3-be55-24420a2608db  Or  💎 Learn More About RESTORE below, my 12-week program that walks you step by step through pelvic floor and core healing — so you can stop leaking, reduce prolapse symptoms, and feel strong again.  https://balancedmomtality.com/restore  💖 Or Want Personalized 1:1 Coaching and Support? Book a virtual or in-person women’s health coaching/pelvic floor physical therapy session tailored to YOU. 📧 Email: [email protected] ✨ Next Steps: 📲 Download the Pelvic Floor, Core & More App →  for guided breathwork, mobility, and strength progressions you can do at home. - Download PCM App iTunes: https://apps.apple.com/us/app/pelvic-floor-core-more/id6740750561  - Download PCM App Google Play: https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=com.pqw8e051gua.pmh8skrtsapp&pcampaignid=web_share   🎧 Don’t forget to subscribe to Pelvic Floor, Core & More so you never miss an empowering episode about pelvic floor health, core strength, and whole-body healing.   👉 If this episode resonated with you, share it with a mom friend who needs to hear that healing is possible. And don’t forget to subscribe so you never miss an empowering conversation about pelvic health, core strength, and whole-body healing. 🌿 Join the Momtality Community: 👯‍♀️ Free Facebook Group: Balanced Momtality Wellness + Support 💌 Get on the VIP list: https://newsletter.balancedmomtality.com/ 💬 Stay Connected: IG: @the_balanced_momtality FB: @thebalancedmomtality Web: www.balancedmomtality.com 🎧 Share the love: Found this powerful? Send it to a mama who’s ready to rise — and don’t forget to leave a 5-star review! 💖 Prefer 1:1 or Hybrid Support? Let’s build a plan just for you. Email [email protected] Keywords: prolapse support, posture and pelvic floor, breathwork for leaking, body awareness practice, pelvic floor app, somatic healing women, core healing, postpartum, pregnancy, postpartum recovery, grounding, nervous system healing, regulation for moms, pregnancy fitness, prenatal workout, safe exercise during pregnancy, pelvic floor health pregnancy, core exercises pregnancy, prepare for birth, prenatal exercise tips, pregnancy workout modifications, shoulder mobility pelvic floor, pelvic floor dysfunction tight hips,  

#1 Most Played Episode of 2025! Hey Love 💛 Are you a busy, burnt-out mom who knows you need to heal your core and pelvic floor… but just can’t seem to make time for it? Maybe you: Leak a little when you sneeze, laugh, or jump Feel heaviness or pressure by the end of the day Avoid workouts or social events because of fear or discomfort Have been told “do kegels” but know it’s not working... I see you. I’ve been you. And I know this one truth 👉 healing doesn’t require perfection — just consistent intention. 💡 In This Episode, I’m Sharing: 10 ways to sneak pelvic floor/core connection into your daily life — without needing extra time or energy Why “I don’t have time” isn’t a personal failure — it’s a systems and support issue What real-life integration of healing looks like in motherhood How to stop leaking, reduce pressure, and feel strong again… even in the chaos of mom life These are the same strategies I teach inside my 12-week signature program RESTORE — your step-by-step, self-paced healing plan inside my free app: Pelvic Floor, Core & More. ✨ What’s Inside RESTORE: ✔️ 12 self-paced weekly modules (10–20 min lessons + workouts) ✔️ 5-min + 20-min strength/mobility routines ✔️ Bonus modules: Nutrition, TMJ, self-assessments & manual therapy ✔️Privat Access to  me, a Pelvic Floor PT ✔️ Core & pelvic floor progressions all the way to higher impact + heavy lifting 🎁 HOLIDAY GIFT → RESTORE is still in the beta round and currently just $497 💥 In 2026, it’s going up to $997 — don’t wait! 👂 Listen now → You’ll feel seen, supported & ready to start simple 📲 Learn More About RESTORE 🔎 Explore the App 💬 Ready to go deeper or feeling stuck in symptoms? Book a virtual or in-person session with me at The Balanced Momtality. Spots are filling fast before 2026 pricing hits — and HSA/FSA funds can be used before year-end! 📧 Reach out anytime: [email protected] ~XO Dr. Des 🎙️ The Pelvic Floor, Core & More Podcast

Hey love 💛 This is the SECOND most played episode of 2025 so its back for a REPLAY! Ever wondered: ❓ “When should I progress beyond kegels?” ❓ “How do I stop leaking when I jump or run?” ❓ “Am I actually making my pelvic floor stronger… or stressing it out more?” If you’ve tried doing kegels and core workouts but still feel confused about how to level up safely — this episode is for YOU. 🙌 Inside today’s episode, I’m walking you through: The key signs your body is ready to progress What you MUST have in place before jumping into high-intensity workouts Why leaking, pain or pressure can worsen if you skip steps My unique approach to progressive pelvic floor & core rehab that doesn’t rely on just doing more reps This is the same step-by-step approach I teach inside my 12-week signature program — RESTORE — now available inside the Pelvic Floor, Core & More app. 🌱 Inside RESTORE, You’ll Learn: ✔️ How to build from breathwork and reconnection ➡ to strength and impact ✔️ How to align your Body Boundaries (pain, peeing, pressure) and the ABCs (alignment, breath, core) ✔️ When and how to progress intensity without making your symptoms worse ✔️ How to bring in weights, functional movement, and higher-impact training safely ✔️ Weekly lessons + 5- and 20-min movement options ✔️ Bonus: Nutrition, TMJ, manual therapy, & self-assessment modules ✔️ PLUS coaching calls with me (your pelvic floor PT in your pocket 💛) 🚨 RESTORE BETA ENROLLMENT CLOSING SOON Join the final cohort before the program DOUBLES to $997 in 2026. 🎁 Holiday/New Year Beta Price: Just $497 🎯 Learn More Now! 📲 Explore the app 💡 You don’t need to keep guessing, DIY-ing or avoiding movement out of fear. Let me show you how to reconnect and strengthen your body — the right way. And if you're experiencing pain, prolapse, leaking, or just feeling disconnected from your core — you can also book a virtual coaching session or an in-person visit at The Balanced Momtality just email me below! 📧 Questions or want to Book a Session? Reach out to me directly at [email protected] Now hit play — and let’s Restore your confidence, strength & movement freedom 💪 ~ XO, Dr. Des  

Hey friend 👋 Ever wonder if your jaw tension, TMJ pain, or teeth grinding might have something to do with your pelvic floor? 🤯 If you’ve been struggling with: Jaw pain or clicking Tension headaches or migraines Nighttime grinding (bruxism) Pelvic pain or pressure Overactive bladder or urgency Pain with intimacy or prolapse symptoms... Then this is an episode you need to listen to. Inside this popular episode (Top 4 of 2025!) I take you deep into the unexpected but powerful connection between your TMJ and pelvic floor — and how dysfunction in one can directly affect the other. We’ll explore: The shared fascial, muscular & postural links between the jaw and pelvic floor How tongue posture, breath, and tension patterns influence your core Why grinding your teeth might be connected to urinary urgency or pain What to do to start unwinding these patterns holistically This is one of my favorite topics to teach — and YES, it’s something we go deep into inside my signature program RESTORE 🌀 ✨ Ready to Heal from the Top Down? RESTORE is a 12-week self-paced pelvic floor & core healing program designed for busy women who want a holistic, evidence-based, and guided path to feeling strong, supported, and safe in their body again — without needing to piece it together from Instagram. Inside RESTORE, you'll get: ✔️ 12 weeks of progressive video lessons + workouts ✔️ 5- & 20-minute movement practices ✔️ Breathwork, posture, & mobility strategies ✔️ Body Boundary checklist (pain, pressure, peeing — oh my!) ✔️ Bonus modules: TMJ, nutrition, manual release, vaginal self-assessment ✔️ Private Access to me, Dr. Des, your pelvic PT in your pocket 💛 🚨 LIMITED-TIME: This is the final beta round — just $497 until Dec 31, 2025. Price increases to $997 in January 2026. 👉 Learn More About RESTORE now 📲 Or browse the Pelvic Floor, Core & More App: balancedmomtality.com/the-app 🎁 Bonus Tip: If you’re experiencing jaw OR pelvic floor symptoms (or both), book a virtual coaching session or in-person visit for a customized healing plan tailored to your body. Book NOW before prices increase in 2026! Just email at [email protected] 💬 Still not sure? Tune in, and let your body be the guide.  Here’s to restoring even more women into their power, confidence, and vitality in the year ahead. ~ XO Dr. Des

Hey love 💛 If you’ve been feeling frustrated because you want to heal — but your body is tired, your brain is overloaded, or life just keeps happening... this episode is for you. Whether you’re pregnant and nauseous, deep in postpartum fog, on day one of your cycle, or just straight-up exhausted — I see you. I am you. You don’t have to “push through” to make progress. In fact, some of the most powerful pelvic floor and core healing comes from gentle, intentional movements — breathwork, soft tissue release, and body awareness you can do right from the floor (or couch). Inside this replay, I’m guiding you through how to support your pelvic floor and core when your energy is low — so you can keep moving forward without burning out or flaring up. 🎧 You’ll learn: How to reset your nervous system with breathwork The importance of micro-movements and muscle activation Why stretching and releasing tension is just as powerful as working hard How to honor your body while still building strength + stability 🌀 These are the exact strategies I teach inside RESTORE, my signature 12-week virtual program — and there’s never been a better time to join. 🔥 This is the FINAL beta round of RESTORE and pricing will double to $997 in 2026. Through Dec 31, get full access for only $497 – that’s less than the cost of 2 private sessions! Inside RESTORE, you’ll get: ✔️ 12 weeks of self-paced lessons ✔️ 5- & 20-minute mobility + strength workouts ✔️ Breathwork, posture, and body alignment training ✔️ Bonus tools like a vaginal self-assessment + nutrition support ✔️ Support from me — a pelvic floor PT — via group coaching Whether you’re just starting your healing journey or feel like you’re doing “all the right things” and still not seeing progress — RESTORE was made for you. 👉 Apply for RESTORE now (don’t wait — sale ends Dec 31!) 📲 Or learn more inside the Pelvic Floor, Core & More App: balancedmomtality.com/the-app 💬 Want even more personalized support? Book a virtual coaching session or in-person PT visit to create your custom healing plan.  Just email me at [email protected] and we will get you booked ASAP! You don’t have to keep starting over. You don’t have to do this alone. And you definitely don’t have to live with pain, pressure, or leaking. Let’s RESTORE — together. ~ Dr. Des Your pelvic floor PT in your pocket 👖✨

What if the pain in your knees, hips, or even pelvic floor… starts at your feet? 👣 In this empowering episode, Dr. Desiree sits down with Dr. Bob, The Sports Doc — an expert in orthotics, biomechanics, and sports performance — to talk about one of the most underestimated tools in women's wellness: custom orthotics. Hall of Fame Inductee, Dr. Bob Weil, DPM, is a long time Sports Podiatrist having treated many of the world’s best athletes in all sports of all ages. Dr. Bob spent 4 decades associated with the late great sports therapist Bob Gajda at Sports Fitness Institute & Sports Performance REhab Inst. Long Time Specialty with custom orthotics therapy for youth sports to superstart to grandmas! Started with radio in the early 80’s & is still at it! “The Sports Doctor”, is live Weds, 3-4 cst, features all things sports medicine, fitness, & wellness with international. National & local guests- listen in bbsradio.com/thesportsdoctor  He also co-authored “#HeySportsParents” with volleyball HOF radio host Sharkie Zartman which remains a best seller. Dr. Bob, also still spends time in his private practice.  Together, they uncover how foot health is foundational to pelvic floor rehab, core strength, pregnancy, postpartum healing, and even your teen’s development. This one is packed with practical takeaways — especially if you’re dealing with: Persistent foot, knee, hip, or back pain Pelvic floor dysfunction (leaking, pressure, prolapse) Postpartum instability Poor alignment or balance Active teens with growing bodies 🎧 In This Episode, You'll Learn: Why your feet set the foundation for your entire kinetic chain (and pelvic floor) How pregnancy and postpartum hormones affect foot structure and why that matters When to consider orthotics — and how to know if they’re right for you The difference between custom orthotics vs. store-bought insoles What symptoms (beyond foot pain) signal misalignment or poor support Why teens and athletes can benefit from orthotic support early on 👣 Whether you're walking through motherhood, healing after birth, or just trying to feel more supported from the ground up — this episode gives you the insight and tools you need to step into alignment.   To Contact Dr. Bob or listen to his radio show check out the links below!: Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/drbob.weil/  Live Radio Show: https://bbsradio.com/talkshow/sports-doctor  🔁 Ready to Ditch Crunches and Truly Restore? If this episode hit home, it’s time to go deeper. 💌 Ready to reconnect with your core and pelvic floor — the right way? Grab my FREE Masterclass + 5 min breathwork exercise routine “Root to Rise: Pelvic Floor 101 Foundations” and learn the key steps to healing from the inside out. Whether you’re postpartum, dealing with leaking, pressure, or just feel disconnected… this is where your true strength begins. ✨ Get Access to your FREE Masterclass Here You don’t need more guesswork — you need grounded, whole-body healing. 🌀 Ready RESTORE and take the next steps and get a full 12 wk Program? If you’re done guessing and Googling, and you’re ready to stop peeing your pants, living with pressure, or feeling disconnected from your body — it’s time to RESTORE. My signature self-paced pelvic floor & core healing program is open now — built for real women, real schedules, and real life. ☀️ Evidence-based. Nervous system-informed. Holistically healing. Inside RESTORE you’ll get: ✔️ 12 weeks of progressive breathwork, mobility & strength ✔️ 5- and 20-minute workouts to fit your life ✔️ Deep pelvic floor education (with zero fluff) ✔️ Real-life tools to reduce pain, improve leaks, and feel like YOU again ✔️ Access to our private community and support Inside RESTORE, we cover: Breathwork + pelvic floor connection Mobility + posture Nervous system regulation Core control + strength building Real-life application to everyday movement And how to stop leaking, rushing to the bathroom, or feeling disconnected from your core You’ll walk away from RESTORE with clarity, confidence, and a body you trust again. JOIN RESTORE NOW FOR INSTANT ACCESS TO LESSONS AND EXERCISES AT JUST $497 BEFORE PRICES INCREASE TO $997!!  https://pelvic-floor-core-more.passion.io/checkout/a03150a0-ada0-49b3-be55-24420a2608db  Or  💎 Learn More About RESTORE below, my 12-week program that walks you step by step through pelvic floor and core healing — so you can stop leaking, reduce prolapse symptoms, and feel strong again.  https://balancedmomtality.com/restore  💖 Or Want Personalized 1:1 Coaching and Support? Book a virtual or in-person women’s health coaching/pelvic floor physical therapy session tailored to YOU. 📧 Email: [email protected] ✨ Next Steps: 📲 Download the Pelvic Floor, Core & More App →  for guided breathwork, mobility, and strength progressions you can do at home. - Download PCM App iTunes: https://apps.apple.com/us/app/pelvic-floor-core-more/id6740750561  - Download PCM App Google Play: https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=com.pqw8e051gua.pmh8skrtsapp&pcampaignid=web_share   🎧 Don’t forget to subscribe to Pelvic Floor, Core & More so you never miss an empowering episode about pelvic floor health, core strength, and whole-body healing.   👉 If this episode resonated with you, share it with a mom friend who needs to hear that healing is possible. And don’t forget to subscribe so you never miss an empowering conversation about pelvic health, core strength, and whole-body healing. 🌿 Join the Momtality Community: 👯‍♀️ Free Facebook Group: Balanced Momtality Wellness + Support 💌 Get on the VIP list: https://newsletter.balancedmomtality.com/ 💬 Stay Connected: IG: @the_balanced_momtality FB: @thebalancedmomtality Web: www.balancedmomtality.com 🎧 Share the love: Found this powerful? Send it to a mama who’s ready to rise — and don’t forget to leave a 5-star review! 💖 Prefer 1:1 or Hybrid Support? Let’s build a plan just for you. Email [email protected]

In this heart-to-heart episode, Dr. Desiree Cassell shares a gentle and grounding message for the woman who feels stretched thin this season. If you’ve spent the year doing all the things — caregiving, working, running a household, or healing your body — and still feel behind, this one’s for you. We talk about why your symptoms might flare during the holidays (hello stress, pressure, and tension), and how to shift into a slower, softer rhythm that actually supports pelvic floor healing and core restoration. This is your invitation to stop waiting until January to feel good again — and to embrace your body, breath, and boundaries right now. No hustle. Just healing. And one big exhale. 🎁 Mentioned In This Episode: 💻 RESTORE Program — our 12-week self-paced core & pelvic floor healing experience is $497 through December 31 (final beta pricing — goes up to $997 in 2026!) 🎙️ Recent podcast episodes to binge during the break: Pelvic Floor Stocking Stuffers & Must-Have Tools The Strongest Core Exercises (That Aren’t Crunches) Holiday Nutrition Without Shame or Setbacks When to Stop DIYing and See a Pelvic Floor PT ✨ You’ll Learn: Why this season tends to trigger symptoms like leaking, pressure & pain The hidden toll of the holiday hustle on your nervous system The power of softening, not pushing How to start healing without adding more to your plate Simple grounding tips for breath, movement & core awareness ✨ You don’t need to start over in January. You deserve to feel connected, confident, and calm in your body — starting now. 🔁 Ready to Ditch Crunches and Truly Restore? If this episode hit home, it’s time to go deeper. 💌 Ready to reconnect with your core and pelvic floor — the right way? Grab my FREE Masterclass + 5 min breathwork exercise routine “Root to Rise: Pelvic Floor 101 Foundations” and learn the key steps to healing from the inside out. Whether you’re postpartum, dealing with leaking, pressure, or just feel disconnected… this is where your true strength begins. ✨ Get Access to your FREE Masterclass Here You don’t need more guesswork — you need grounded, whole-body healing. 🌀 Ready RESTORE and take the next steps and get a full 12 wk Program? If you’re done guessing and Googling, and you’re ready to stop peeing your pants, living with pressure, or feeling disconnected from your body — it’s time to RESTORE. My signature self-paced pelvic floor & core healing program is open now — built for real women, real schedules, and real life. ☀️ Evidence-based. Nervous system-informed. Holistically healing. Inside RESTORE you’ll get: ✔️ 12 weeks of progressive breathwork, mobility & strength ✔️ 5- and 20-minute workouts to fit your life ✔️ Deep pelvic floor education (with zero fluff) ✔️ Real-life tools to reduce pain, improve leaks, and feel like YOU again ✔️ Access to our private community and support Inside RESTORE, we cover: Breathwork + pelvic floor connection Mobility + posture Nervous system regulation Core control + strength building Real-life application to everyday movement And how to stop leaking, rushing to the bathroom, or feeling disconnected from your core You’ll walk away from RESTORE with clarity, confidence, and a body you trust again. JOIN RESTORE NOW FOR INSTANT ACCESS TO LESSONS AND EXERCISES AT JUST $497 BEFORE PRICES INCREASE TO $997!!  https://pelvic-floor-core-more.passion.io/checkout/a03150a0-ada0-49b3-be55-24420a2608db  Or  💎 Learn More About RESTORE below, my 12-week program that walks you step by step through pelvic floor and core healing — so you can stop leaking, reduce prolapse symptoms, and feel strong again.  https://balancedmomtality.com/restore  💖 Or Want Personalized 1:1 Coaching and Support? Book a virtual or in-person women’s health coaching/pelvic floor physical therapy session tailored to YOU. 📧 Email: [email protected] ✨ Next Steps: 📲 Download the Pelvic Floor, Core & More App →  for guided breathwork, mobility, and strength progressions you can do at home. - Download PCM App iTunes: https://apps.apple.com/us/app/pelvic-floor-core-more/id6740750561  - Download PCM App Google Play: https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=com.pqw8e051gua.pmh8skrtsapp&pcampaignid=web_share   🎧 Don’t forget to subscribe to Pelvic Floor, Core & More so you never miss an empowering episode about pelvic floor health, core strength, and whole-body healing.   👉 If this episode resonated with you, share it with a mom friend who needs to hear that healing is possible. And don’t forget to subscribe so you never miss an empowering conversation about pelvic health, core strength, and whole-body healing. 🌿 Join the Momtality Community: 👯‍♀️ Free Facebook Group: Balanced Momtality Wellness + Support 💌 Get on the VIP list: https://newsletter.balancedmomtality.com/ 💬 Stay Connected: IG: @the_balanced_momtality FB: @thebalancedmomtality Web: www.balancedmomtality.com 🎧 Share the love: Found this powerful? Send it to a mama who’s ready to rise — and don’t forget to leave a 5-star review! 💖 Prefer 1:1 or Hybrid Support? Let’s build a plan just for you. Email [email protected] Keywords: prolapse support, posture and pelvic floor, breathwork for leaking, body awareness practice, pelvic floor app, somatic healing women, core healing, postpartum, pregnancy, postpartum recovery, grounding, nervous system healing, regulation for moms, pregnancy fitness, prenatal workout, safe exercise during pregnancy, pelvic floor health pregnancy, core exercises pregnancy, prepare for birth, prenatal exercise tips, pregnancy workout modifications, shoulder mobility pelvic floor, pelvic floor dysfunction tight hips,  pelvic floor and shoulder connection, shoulder pain, shoulder impingement

If you’ve been told to “just do crunches” or “engage your abs” to get a stronger core and/or pelvic floor, this episode is your wake-up call. Dr. Desiree is breaking down exactly what creates real core and pelvic floor strength — and it’s not what you’ve seen on Instagram. We’ll explore why traditional ab exercises might be making things worse, how to build strength from the inside out, and what movements you actually need to feel strong, supported, and symptom-free — without burnout. If you’re navigating prolapse, incontinence, postpartum healing, or just feeling totally disconnected from your core… this episode will shift your entire approach. 💡 What You’ll Learn: Why crunches can actually make your symptoms worse The truth about core strength: it’s a system, not a six-pack How to train your pelvic floor without kegels The top 5 exercises to restore strength and function How to know if what you’re doing is actually working 🎧 Listen Now If You: Feel weak or disconnected after pregnancy or injury Are managing prolapse, leaking, or pressure Want to safely return to lifting, running, or impact workouts Are tired of being told to “just do kegels” or “fix your core” with crunches 🔁 Ready to Ditch Crunches and Truly Restore? If this episode hit home, it’s time to go deeper. 💌 Ready to reconnect with your core and pelvic floor — the right way? Grab my FREE Masterclass + 5 min breathwork exercise routine “Root to Rise: Pelvic Floor 101 Foundations” and learn the key steps to healing from the inside out. Whether you’re postpartum, dealing with leaking, pressure, or just feel disconnected… this is where your true strength begins. ✨ Get Access to your FREE Masterclass Here You don’t need more guesswork — you need grounded, whole-body healing. 🌀 Ready RESTORE and take the next steps and get a full 12 wk Program? If you’re done guessing and Googling, and you’re ready to stop peeing your pants, living with pressure, or feeling disconnected from your body — it’s time to RESTORE. My signature self-paced pelvic floor & core healing program is open now — built for real women, real schedules, and real life. ☀️ Evidence-based. Nervous system-informed. Holistically healing. Inside RESTORE you’ll get: ✔️ 12 weeks of progressive breathwork, mobility & strength ✔️ 5- and 20-minute workouts to fit your life ✔️ Deep pelvic floor education (with zero fluff) ✔️ Real-life tools to reduce pain, improve leaks, and feel like YOU again ✔️ Access to our private community and support Inside RESTORE, we cover: Breathwork + pelvic floor connection Mobility + posture Nervous system regulation Core control + strength building Real-life application to everyday movement And how to stop leaking, rushing to the bathroom, or feeling disconnected from your core You’ll walk away from RESTORE with clarity, confidence, and a body you trust again. JOIN RESTORE NOW FOR INSTANT ACCESS TO LESSONS AND EXERCISES AT JUST $497 BEFORE PRICES INCREASE TO $997!!  https://pelvic-floor-core-more.passion.io/checkout/a03150a0-ada0-49b3-be55-24420a2608db  Or  💎 Learn More About RESTORE below, my 12-week program that walks you step by step through pelvic floor and core healing — so you can stop leaking, reduce prolapse symptoms, and feel strong again.  https://balancedmomtality.com/restore  💖 Or Want Personalized 1:1 Coaching and Support? Book a virtual or in-person women’s health coaching/pelvic floor physical therapy session tailored to YOU. 📧 Email: [email protected] ✨ Next Steps: 📲 Download the Pelvic Floor, Core & More App →  for guided breathwork, mobility, and strength progressions you can do at home. - Download PCM App iTunes: https://apps.apple.com/us/app/pelvic-floor-core-more/id6740750561  - Download PCM App Google Play: https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=com.pqw8e051gua.pmh8skrtsapp&pcampaignid=web_share   🎧 Don’t forget to subscribe to Pelvic Floor, Core & More so you never miss an empowering episode about pelvic floor health, core strength, and whole-body healing.   👉 If this episode resonated with you, share it with a mom friend who needs to hear that healing is possible. And don’t forget to subscribe so you never miss an empowering conversation about pelvic health, core strength, and whole-body healing. 🌿 Join the Momtality Community: 👯‍♀️ Free Facebook Group: Balanced Momtality Wellness + Support 💌 Get on the VIP list: https://newsletter.balancedmomtality.com/ 💬 Stay Connected: IG: @the_balanced_momtality FB: @thebalancedmomtality Web: www.balancedmomtality.com 🎧 Share the love: Found this powerful? Send it to a mama who’s ready to rise — and don’t forget to leave a 5-star review! 💖 Prefer 1:1 or Hybrid Support? Let’s build a plan just for you. Email [email protected] Keywords: prolapse support, posture and pelvic floor, breathwork for leaking, body awareness practice, pelvic floor app, somatic healing women, core healing, postpartum, pregnancy, postpartum recovery, grounding, nervous system healing, regulation for moms, pregnancy fitness, prenatal workout, safe exercise during pregnancy, pelvic floor health pregnancy, core exercises pregnancy, prepare for birth, prenatal exercise tips, pregnancy workout modifications, shoulder mobility pelvic floor, pelvic floor dysfunction, core strength

If you're doing "all the things" — kegels, breathwork, core workouts, even YouTube rehab videos — and still struggling with pelvic floor symptoms, this episode is your permission slip to stop trying to figure it out alone. In this episode of The Pelvic Floor, Core & More Podcast, Dr. Desiree Cassell, Pelvic Health PT and creator of the RESTORE program, walks you through the most common signs it's time to seek out professional pelvic floor therapy and why waiting only makes it harder. From leaking and pelvic pressure to persistent pain and plateauing with progress, she shares the body’s signals that it's time for a deeper level of support. Whether you're postpartum, navigating prolapse or pain, or just don’t feel strong or connected in your core — there’s no shame in asking for help. You deserve real answers, customized care, and freedom in your body again. 🔎 In this episode, you'll learn: Why so many women delay or avoid seeing a pelvic floor PT The signs that kegels, apps, or general fitness programs aren’t enough How pain, pressure, leaking or plateaus are your body’s red flags Why DIY’ing pelvic health may be doing more harm than good How to know whether RESTORE or a 1:1 session is right for you What a pelvic floor PT session really looks like (and why it’s not scary) 🔁 Ready to Go Deeper?: 💌 Ready to reconnect with your core and pelvic floor — the right way? Grab my FREE Masterclass + 5 min breathwork exercise routine “Root to Rise: Pelvic Floor 101 Foundations” and learn the key steps to healing from the inside out. Whether you’re postpartum, dealing with leaking, pressure, or just feel disconnected… this is where your true strength begins. ✨ Get Access to your FREE Masterclass Here You don’t need more guesswork — you need grounded, whole-body healing. 🌀 Ready to take the next steps and get a full 12 wk Program? If you’re done guessing and Googling, and you’re ready to stop peeing your pants, living with pressure, or feeling disconnected from your body — it’s time to RESTORE. My signature self-paced pelvic floor & core healing program is open now — built for real women, real schedules, and real life. ☀️ Evidence-based. Nervous system-informed. Holistically healing. Inside RESTORE you’ll get: ✔️ 12 weeks of progressive breathwork, mobility & strength ✔️ 5- and 20-minute workouts to fit your life ✔️ Deep pelvic floor education (with zero fluff) ✔️ Real-life tools to reduce pain, improve leaks, and feel like YOU again ✔️ Access to our private community and support Inside RESTORE, we cover: Breathwork + pelvic floor connection Mobility + posture Nervous system regulation Core control + strength building Real-life application to everyday movement And how to stop leaking, rushing to the bathroom, or feeling disconnected from your core You’ll walk away from RESTORE with clarity, confidence, and a body you trust again. JOIN RESTORE NOW FOR INSTANT ACCESS TO LESSONS AND EXERCISES AT JUST $497 BEFORE PRICES INCREASE TO $997!!  https://pelvic-floor-core-more.passion.io/checkout/a03150a0-ada0-49b3-be55-24420a2608db  Or  💎 Learn More About RESTORE below, my 12-week program that walks you step by step through pelvic floor and core healing — so you can stop leaking, reduce prolapse symptoms, and feel strong again.  https://balancedmomtality.com/restore  💖 Or Want Personalized 1:1 Coaching and Support? Book a virtual or in-person women’s health coaching/pelvic floor physical therapy session tailored to YOU. 📧 Email: [email protected] ✨ Next Steps: 📲 Download the Pelvic Floor, Core & More App →  for guided breathwork, mobility, and strength progressions you can do at home. - Download PCM App iTunes: https://apps.apple.com/us/app/pelvic-floor-core-more/id6740750561  - Download PCM App Google Play: https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=com.pqw8e051gua.pmh8skrtsapp&pcampaignid=web_share   🎧 Don’t forget to subscribe to Pelvic Floor, Core & More so you never miss an empowering episode about pelvic floor health, core strength, and whole-body healing.   👉 If this episode resonated with you, share it with a mom friend who needs to hear that healing is possible. And don’t forget to subscribe so you never miss an empowering conversation about pelvic health, core strength, and whole-body healing. 🌿 Join the Momtality Community: 👯‍♀️ Free Facebook Group: Balanced Momtality Wellness + Support 💌 Get on the VIP list: https://newsletter.balancedmomtality.com/ 💬 Stay Connected: IG: @the_balanced_momtality FB: @thebalancedmomtality Web: www.balancedmomtality.com 🎧 Share the love: Found this powerful? Send it to a mama who’s ready to rise — and don’t forget to leave a 5-star review! 💖 Prefer 1:1 or Hybrid Support? Let’s build a plan just for you. Email [email protected] Keywords: prolapse support, posture and pelvic floor, breathwork for leaking, body awareness practice, pelvic floor app, somatic healing women, core healing, postpartum, pregnancy, postpartum recovery, grounding, nervous system healing, regulation for moms, pregnancy fitness, prenatal workout, safe exercise during pregnancy, pelvic floor health pregnancy, core exercises pregnancy, prepare for birth, prenatal exercise tips, pregnancy workout modifications