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The Pelvic Expert by Richa Paliya 🌸
Certified Women’s Health Physio in Ottawa.

Helping women with pelvic health, pregnancy, postpartum care & hormonal wellness. Author of “Things Every Girl Should Know About Her Body.”
Global support available.

04/09/2026

Perineal massage is one of the most evidence-backed ways to prepare the perineum for va**nal birth yet it’s often missed in routine guidance.

When started in the later weeks of pregnancy, it can support tissue elasticity, reduce the risk of perineal trauma, and improve overall birth outcomes. The key lies in correct technique, timing, and consistency.

As pelvic health experts, we know that preparation isn’t just about labor, it’s about informed, confident care of your body.

To understand the right method, clinical insights, and common mistakes to avoid, watch the full video on our YouTube channel 🎥

𝐖𝐚𝐧𝐭 𝐭𝐨 𝐥𝐞𝐚𝐫𝐧 𝐦𝐨𝐫𝐞? Grab “𝐓𝐡𝐢𝐧𝐠𝐬 𝐄𝐯𝐞𝐫𝐲 𝐆𝐢𝐫𝐥 𝐒𝐡𝐨𝐮𝐥𝐝 𝐊𝐧𝐨𝐰 𝐀𝐛𝐨𝐮𝐭 𝐇𝐞𝐫 𝐁𝐨𝐝𝐲” by Richa – Link in Bio!

💻 Book your virtual 𝐜𝐨𝐧𝐬𝐮𝐥𝐭𝐚𝐭𝐢𝐨𝐧 today and take your first step toward strength and confidence.

𝐃𝐢𝐬𝐜𝐥𝐚𝐢𝐦𝐞𝐫: Every body is different. Consult a pelvic physio before starting any routine.

[The Pelvic Experts, Perineal Massage, Birth Preparation Techniques, Prenatal Care Education, Pelvic Health Physiotherapy, Pregnancy Tips for Delivery, Natural Birth Preparation, Women’s Health Education, Prenatal Wellness, Childbirth Preparation]

04/07/2026

Most of us didn’t learn about our bodies from facts.
We learned from instructions.

“Don’t do this.”
“Stay quiet.”
“Just tolerate it.”

And over time, those instructions started feeling like truth.

But they weren’t.

Health is not just about illness.
It’s about understanding your body, questioning what you were told,
and knowing when something isn’t right.

This World Health Day,
we’re not just talking about health.

We’re talking about awareness.

Because the moment you start questioning,
you start taking control.

𝐖𝐚𝐧𝐭 𝐭𝐨 𝐥𝐞𝐚𝐫𝐧 𝐦𝐨𝐫𝐞? Grab “𝐓𝐡𝐢𝐧𝐠𝐬 𝐄𝐯𝐞𝐫𝐲 𝐆𝐢𝐫𝐥 𝐒𝐡𝐨𝐮𝐥𝐝 𝐊𝐧𝐨𝐰 𝐀𝐛𝐨𝐮𝐭 𝐇𝐞𝐫 𝐁𝐨𝐝𝐲” by Richa – Link in Bio!

💻 Book your 𝐜𝐨𝐧𝐬𝐮𝐥𝐭𝐚𝐭𝐢𝐨𝐧 today and take your first step toward strength and confidence.

𝐃𝐢𝐬𝐜𝐥𝐚𝐢𝐦𝐞𝐫: Every body is different. Consult a pelvic physio before starting any routine.

[richa rehan, women’s health awareness, period myths, menstrual health education, pelvic health awareness, reproductive health education, women’s body awareness, myth vs facts women health, health awareness world health day, understanding your body, breaking health myths]

03/30/2026

Most couples try more.
Very few understand timing.

And that is where the gap is.

Ovulation is not a long window.
It lasts just 12 to 24 hours, but your chances actually begin days before it.

This is where most people go wrong.
They focus only on the ovulation day…
and miss the days that matter more.

Your body is already giving you signals.
You just need to learn how to read them.

Because when you understand your cycle,
you stop guessing and start planning.

And that changes everything.

Save this and share it with your partner.

𝐖𝐚𝐧𝐭 𝐭𝐨 𝐥𝐞𝐚𝐫𝐧 𝐦𝐨𝐫𝐞? Grab “𝐓𝐡𝐢𝐧𝐠𝐬 𝐄𝐯𝐞𝐫𝐲 𝐆𝐢𝐫𝐥 𝐒𝐡𝐨𝐮𝐥𝐝 𝐊𝐧𝐨𝐰 𝐀𝐛𝐨𝐮𝐭 𝐇𝐞𝐫 𝐁𝐨𝐝𝐲” by Richa – Link in Bio!

💻 Book your 𝐜𝐨𝐧𝐬𝐮𝐥𝐭𝐚𝐭𝐢𝐨𝐧 today and take your first step toward strength and confidence.

𝐃𝐢𝐬𝐜𝐥𝐚𝐢𝐦𝐞𝐫: Every body is different. Consult a pelvic physio before starting any routine.

[The Pelvic Experts, Ovulation Cycle, Fertile Window Awareness, Women’s Health Education, Fertility Tracking, Pregnancy Planning, Cycle Awareness, Reproductive Health, Pelvic Health Education, Trying To Conceive]

03/25/2026

Pain is not a personality trait.
And it is not something you are supposed to “just deal with” every month.

Severe cramps, fatigue, discomfort that disrupts your day —
these are not things to normalise.

Your body is not being dramatic.
It is trying to tell you something.

Conditions like endometriosis often go unnoticed or dismissed for years, simply because the pain is considered “normal.”

It is not.

Listening to your body is not overreacting.
It is the first step towards understanding it.

If something feels off, trust that instinct.
Seek answers. Ask questions. Get the support you deserve.

To understand this better, watch the full video on my YouTube channel.

𝐖𝐚𝐧𝐭 𝐭𝐨 𝐥𝐞𝐚𝐫𝐧 𝐦𝐨𝐫𝐞? Grab “𝐓𝐡𝐢𝐧𝐠𝐬 𝐄𝐯𝐞𝐫𝐲 𝐆𝐢𝐫𝐥 𝐒𝐡𝐨𝐮𝐥𝐝 𝐊𝐧𝐨𝐰 𝐀𝐛𝐨𝐮𝐭 𝐇𝐞𝐫 𝐁𝐨𝐝𝐲” by Richa – Link in Bio!

💻 Book your virtual 𝐜𝐨𝐧𝐬𝐮𝐥𝐭𝐚𝐭𝐢𝐨𝐧 today and take your first step toward strength and confidence.

𝐃𝐢𝐬𝐜𝐥𝐚𝐢𝐦𝐞𝐫: Every body is different. Consult a pelvic physio before starting any routine.

[The Pelvic Experts, Endometriosis Awareness, Women’s Health Education, Pelvic Health, Period Pain Awareness, Reproductive Health India, Hormonal Health, Chronic Pain Awareness, Women’s Wellness, Health Education Content]

03/24/2026

Most people think pelvic floor exercises are all about doing more.

But what matters more is how well you do them.

It’s not just about squeezing.
It’s about knowing how to fully relax too.

To squeeze: gently contract the muscles around the va**na and a**s.
To relax: completely let go, you should feel a soft drop in the muscles.

Because strength without relaxation isn’t balance.

Your pelvic floor needs both.

What time do you squeeze?

𝐖𝐚𝐧𝐭 𝐭𝐨 𝐥𝐞𝐚𝐫𝐧 𝐦𝐨𝐫𝐞? Grab “𝐓𝐡𝐢𝐧𝐠𝐬 𝐄𝐯𝐞𝐫𝐲 𝐆𝐢𝐫𝐥 𝐒𝐡𝐨𝐮𝐥𝐝 𝐊𝐧𝐨𝐰 𝐀𝐛𝐨𝐮𝐭 𝐇𝐞𝐫 𝐁𝐨𝐝𝐲” by Richa – Link in Bio!

💻 Book your virtual 𝐜𝐨𝐧𝐬𝐮𝐥𝐭𝐚𝐭𝐢𝐨𝐧 today and take your first step toward strength and confidence.

𝐃𝐢𝐬𝐜𝐥𝐚𝐢𝐦𝐞𝐫: Every body is different. Consult a pelvic physio before starting any routine.

[Richa Rehan, Period Pain, Kegels, Pelvic Physiotherapist, Phsiotherapy, Health Awareness, Menopause, Postpartum, Pregnancy, Women’s Health, Best Physiotherapist]

03/16/2026

When I first came to Canada, everything felt new and not always welcoming.

I remember walking into rooms where conversations happened around me, but not always with me. Being told my name was “too difficult” to pronounce was something I heard more than once.

As a newcomer, you quietly carry a question:
Will there ever be a space where you truly feel seen and valued?

Last week at Parliament Hill, during the International Women’s Day gatherings hosted by Elevate International, I experienced something powerful.

I was in rooms where women weren’t competing for space — they were creating it for one another.

Doors were opened.
Voices were amplified.
And conversations about leadership, equity, and allyship reminded us that real change happens when we lift each other as we rise.

I’m grateful to Solange Tuyishime Keita and the Elevate International team for creating spaces like this.

Because leadership is not just about entering the room.
It’s about holding the door open for the people who come after you.

[Richa Rehan, International Women’s Day, Parliament Hill Event, Elevate International, Women Leadership Conversations, Women Supporting Women, Women in Leadership Canada, Leadership and Equity, Women Changemakers, Community Leadership, Women Empowerment Movement]

03/12/2026

Many women are told it’s just stress.
But sometimes, the changes you’re feeling are part of perimenopause.

Mood shifts.
Sleep disturbances.
Unexpected fatigue.
Body changes that feel unfamiliar.

Your body is not failing you.
It’s transitioning.

Perimenopause is a natural phase, but very few women are taught how to understand or support their bodies through it.

With the right knowledge, care, and support, you can navigate this phase with confidence, strength, and clarity.

Let’s start talking about what women were never taught about their bodies.

𝐖𝐚𝐧𝐭 𝐭𝐨 𝐥𝐞𝐚𝐫𝐧 𝐦𝐨𝐫𝐞? Grab “𝐓𝐡𝐢𝐧𝐠𝐬 𝐄𝐯𝐞𝐫𝐲 𝐆𝐢𝐫𝐥 𝐒𝐡𝐨𝐮𝐥𝐝 𝐊𝐧𝐨𝐰 𝐀𝐛𝐨𝐮𝐭 𝐇𝐞𝐫 𝐁𝐨𝐝𝐲” by Richa – Link in Bio!

💻 Book your 𝐕𝐢𝐫𝐭𝐮𝐚𝐥 𝐂𝐨𝐧𝐬𝐮𝐥𝐭𝐚𝐭𝐢𝐨𝐧 today and take your first step toward strength and confidence.

𝐃𝐢𝐬𝐜𝐥𝐚𝐢𝐦𝐞𝐫: Every body is different. Consult a pelvic physio before starting any routine.

[The Pelvic Experts, Perimenopause Awareness, Women’s Health Education, Hormonal Health, Body Literacy, Pelvic Health Awareness, Midlife Women Health, Women’s Wellness, Hormone Balance, Female Health Education]

03/08/2026

Today the world is watching cricket. 🏏
Stadiums are packed.
Screens are on.
Millions are cheering for the World Cup Final.

But here’s an honest question.

We often say:
“Women athletes don’t get paid the same.”
“They don’t get the same sponsorships.”
“They don’t get the same recognition.”

But how often do we show up for their games?

Do we watch their matches?
Do we buy their jerseys?
Do we share their highlights?
Do we bring our friends to support them?

Because equity in sports doesn’t come from conversations alone , it comes from action.

Men’s sports became global industries because fans invested in them with their time, attention, and money.

And as women, we also carry a responsibility.
If we want women athletes to rise, we must stand behind them.

Watch their games.
Celebrate their wins.
Talk about their achievements.
Encourage young girls to play.

Talent has never been the problem.
Opportunity and visibility are.

Let’s stop just talking about equity in sports.
Let’s show up for it.

🏏 Equity in sports starts with us.

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03/08/2026

She Can Do It.

Not because someone allowed her to.
But because she chose to believe she could.

This International Women’s Day, we celebrate women who keep showing up breaking barriers, pursuing their goals, and redefining strength in their own way.

Every step forward, every voice raised, every boundary challenged moves the world a little closer to equality.

Here’s to the courage, resilience, and quiet determination of women everywhere.

Happy International Women’s Day.

[The Nariverse, International Women’s Day, Women Empowerment, She Can Do It, Women’s Strength, Women Breaking Barriers, Celebrate Women, Women’s Leadership, Empower Women Voices, Women Inspiring Women]

03/05/2026

Let’s Talk Bold.

The truth is many women grow up without ever being properly taught about their own bodies.

What’s normal.
What’s not.
What changes with age, pregnancy, or hormones.

When conversations about intimate health are avoided, confusion and shame often replace knowledge.

Every woman deserves accurate information about her body, including what’s happening “down there.”

Because awareness leads to confidence.
And confidence leads to better health decisions.

Let’s talk openly. Let’s talk honestly.
Let’s talk bold.

[Richa Rehan, Know your body, Taboo, Period Pain, Pelvic Physiotherapist, Phsiotherapy, Health Awareness, Menopause, Postpartum, Pregnancy, Women’s Health, Best Physiotherapist]

02/27/2026

Hitting puberty too early?

More parents are noticing body changes earlier than expected but very few know what’s considered normal.

Early breast development. Sudden growth spurts. Mood shifts. Body odor.

It can feel confusing. Even worrying.

The key? Awareness without panic.

Recognising the signs early allows better care, guidance, and emotional support especially for young girls navigating changes they may not fully understand yet.

This is a conversation every parent should feel confident having.

Save this post.
Share it with another parent.
And comment “GUIDE” if you’d like more resources.

Watch full video in detail on our YouTube channel!

[Richa Rehan, Early Puberty, Period Pain, Things Every Girl Should Know About Her Body, Pelvic Physiotherapist, Phsiotherapy, Health Awareness, Menopause, Postpartum, Pregnancy, Women’s Health, Best Physiotherapist]

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