Melissa Sundberg, PT - Pelvic Physical Therapist

02/27/2026

Symptoms that brought clients into the clinic recently...

02/24/2026

Not all pelvic physical therapy is created equal.

We often hear from patients who tried other clinics first. They were seen for 30–45 minutes, rotated between different providers, or given generalized exercises without a clear plan.

In many larger clinics, pelvic health isn’t the primary focus—and it shows.

It can feel rushed, impersonal, and frustrating when you’re dealing with something this sensitive.

At AK Pelvic Health & Wellness, our model is intentionally different. 💜

Every visit is private, one-on-one, and led by a pelvic health specialist. You’re not bouncing between providers. You’re not squeezed into a quick time slot. You’re not handed a generic sheet of Kegels and sent on your way.

We spend the time needed to truly understand the root cause of your symptoms—whether that’s bladder leaks, pelvic pain, postpartum changes, prolapse, or unresolved hip and back pain.

Because pelvic health is our specialty—not a side service—we go deeper. We assess breathing, core coordination, tissue mobility, strength, and movement patterns. That focused, individualized approach is why many of our clients notice meaningful changes in just a few visits.

We also see patients from all over Alaska because they’re looking for expertise and personalized care—not just another appointment.

You don’t have to live with leaks, pain, or pressure for months on end. When you work with specialists who prioritize quality time and customized treatment, progress happens faster—and more completely.

✨ Ready to experience the difference? Book your evaluation today and start feeling like yourself again—confident, strong, and supported.

02/23/2026

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02/20/2026

A list of over 300 books and resources for every age and stage that help families tackle talks about s*xual health, bodies, etc without shame or taboo 💗

https://s*xpositivefamilies.com/resources/

02/18/2026

Postpartum STRONG core & pelvic floor Class.
Week 5.
Tonight’s Topic: lifting strategies. 💪

02/13/2026

Are you starting conversations with your kids?

Parents influence their kids’ attitudes about s*x and relationships more than they realize. It’s a myth that all teens want to avoid talking to their parents about s*x and dating. In fact, many young people want more guidance.

According to the researchers, parents need to be having deeper conversations with their kids about love, s*x, and consent, among other important topics.



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Experts suggest parents talk to their kids about s*x early and often to help children feel more comfortable coming to them with questions or problems.

02/12/2026

Think pelvic floor PT is only for people who p*e when they sneeze?

Think again! 😉

While we definitely help with leaking, that’s just the tip of the iceberg.

Pelvic floor physical therapy can support your whole body—even if you’ve NEVER leaked a drop.

👇 Here are 5 powerful reasons to see a pelvic floor PT (that have nothing to do with leaking):

1️⃣ Pelvic Pain Relief
Pain with sitting, s3X, exercise or using tampons isn’t “just part of being a woman.” We treat tension, nerve sensitivity, scar tissue, and more to help you move and live comfortably again.

2️⃣ Improve Core Strength & Stability
Your pelvic floor is a foundational part of your core. We help you reconnect with deep abdominal muscles and restore strength from the inside out—so you can lift, carry, exercise and move better.

3️⃣ Rebuild After Birth, Surgery or Injury.
Even if you didn’t have a tear or leak, pregnancy and delivery (vaginal or C-section) can change your posture, breath, and strength. We help you recover with a plan that's tailored to your body.

4️⃣ Treat Tailbone, Back, or Hip Pain
These are often connected to pelvic floor dysfunction—but rarely treated that way. Pelvic PT addresses the root cause, not just the symptoms. And gets rid of pain for good!

5️⃣ Enhance S*xual Function
Whether it’s pain, pressure, numbness, or tension, pelvic PT can help restore comfort and confidence in intimacy. We’re trained to treat this—with compassion and zero judgment.

✨Bottom line? If something feels off in your core, hips, back, or pelvis—even if you’re not leaking—we can help.

Ready to feel stronger, more connected, and symptom-free???

Book your evaluation today. ✅

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02/11/2026

Week 4.

Postpartum STRONG Core & Pelvic Floor Class.

Tonight’s Topic: Hips & Glutes 🍑

02/10/2026

Strength training isn’t just for athletes—or people who “love the gym.”

It’s one of the most powerful tools we have for long-term health, confidence, and independence. 💪

What many people don’t realize is that muscle loss starts earlier than expected (especially for us, ladies!), often in our early 30s, and continues gradually if we’re not intentionally loading our bodies.

Less muscle doesn’t just affect aesthetics—it can show up as joint pain, lower bone density, balance issues, blood sugar changes, pelvic floor symptoms, and even less confidence with everyday tasks like lifting kids, groceries, or getting off the floor.

The good news???

Strength training done well—with proper technique, breath, and progression—protects your body, supports your pelvic floor, and helps you keep doing what you love for years to come. 💜

We hear all the time: “I want to get stronger… I just don’t know where to start.”

That’s exactly why we created a curated list of Anchorage-area gyms, trainers, and movement programs to help you find a safe, supportive fit. Because consistency doesn’t come from willpower—it comes from feeling capable and confident in your body.
Strength training isn’t optional self-care. It’s preventative healthcare.

👉 Read the full blog + access our Anchorage strength & gym resource here:
https://www.akpelvic.com/post/why-strength-training-matters-for-everyone

And if you want guided support, I’m coaching our Strong Women: Core & Strength Series this April–May 2026—a 6-week program focused on rebuilding strength, core and pelvic stability, and movement confidence in a supportive gym environment. 💪

✨ Register today or book a visit if you’re unsure where to start—we’ve got you ✨

Why Strength Training Matters - for everyone! Strength training isn’t just for athletes—or for people who “love the gym.” It’s one of the most powerful ways to care for your body long term. What most people don’t realize is that muscle loss starts earlier than expected. Women begin losin...

02/06/2026

Let’s clear up one of the biggest myths in pelvic floor: doing more Kegels is not the magic solution for leaking, pressure, heaviness, or core issues.

In fact, for many, doing more squeezing can actually make symptoms worse.

Most women we see in the clinic aren’t dealing with weakness alone — they’re dealing with tension, over-recruitment, and a pelvic floor that’s working overtime without coordinating with the rest of the core.

Here’s the truth: strength is not the same thing as squeezing. 💥

You can have a pelvic floor that is strong, but rigid. Or one that can squeeze hard, but can’t relax. Or one that fires at the wrong times during lifting, running, or even breathing.

A functional pelvic floor needs both strength and mobility, and it needs to work like a team player — not the star of the show.

That’s where coordination comes in. Coordination means your diaphragm, deep core, pelvic floor, and posture are all communicating and responding together. It’s the timing of the muscles. The harmony. The “turn on when needed, turn off when needed” balance that helps you lift, jump, run, breathe, laugh, sneeze, and move without symptoms.

So if you’ve been doing hundreds of Kegels and still not feeling better — it’s not you. You’re not doing them wrong. You just need a different approach that focuses on whole-body coordination, breath, pressure management, and movement patterns that support real-life strength.

This is exactly what we teach in pelvic floor PT and in Postpartum STRONG — the coordination piece that so many women never get taught.