Effingham Pelvic Health & Wellness

10/08/2025

✨ Healing happens here. Nothing inspires us more than the voices of our patients sharing their journeys. Thank you for trusting us with your care! As a recent patient said, "EVERY mom needs to be seen after having babies." 💙

10/07/2025

Winner for those guessing the pelvis belonged to Elvira!

10/07/2025

💪 Episode 4 of Season 2 of A Day In Your Shoes premieres TONIGHT at 7 PM!

This time I worked at Effingham Pelvic Health & Wellness — getting a tour, learning what a patient can expect during an exam, and even trying a few pelvic floor exercises myself.

Sneak peek: one Chamber President realizing just how much work her pelvic floor really needs.

It was eye-opening to see how this team helps patients regain strength, confidence, and wellness every day. Tune in tonight!

10/06/2025

💧 Let’s Talk About GSM: Genitourinary Syndrome of Menopause 💧

Did you know that menopause affects more than just hot flashes?
Many women experience genitourinary syndrome of menopause (GSM) — a group of symptoms caused by decreased estrogen that can affect the va**na, bladder, and pelvic floor.

Common symptoms include:
✨ Vaginal dryness or burning
✨ Pain with intimacy
✨ Urinary urgency, frequency, or leakage
✨ Recurrent urinary tract infections
✨ Pelvic discomfort or pressure

The good news? You don’t have to “just live with it.”
A powerful combination of va**nal estrogen therapy and pelvic floor physical therapy can:
🌸 Restore va**nal tissue health and elasticity
🌸 Improve moisture and reduce irritation
🌸 Strengthen pelvic floor muscles for better bladder control and comfort
🌸 Enhance confidence and quality of life

If you’ve noticed changes “down there” since menopause, you are not alone — and help is available.
💗 Talk with your provider about va**nal estrogen and reach out to our pelvic health team to see how PT can support your recovery and comfort.

👉 Call or message us at Effingham Pelvic Health & Wellness to learn more about how we can help!
📅Save the date for our class on December 4th that we co-instruct with Moseley Women’s Health PLLC! The Change: From Perimenopause Into Menopause

Vaginal estrogen use in breast cancer survivors: a systematic review and meta-analysis of recurrence and mortality risks https://ow.ly/XLG350VmTXN

10/06/2025

🌿 Discover a healthier, stronger you at Effingham Pelvic Health & Wellness! Whether you’re dealing with discomfort, looking to regain confidence, or simply want to prioritize your wellness, we’re here to support your journey. Personalized care, expert guidance, and a welcoming space—because your health matters. 💪✨

Give us a call at 217-705-5077!

10/05/2025

🎉💙 Celebrating 4 Years! 💙🎉

Today we celebrate 4 years of Effingham Pelvic Health & Wellness serving our community!

What started as a vision to make pelvic floor physical therapy easily accessible and normal has grown into a thriving clinic helping women, men, and kids with:
✨ Pregnancy & postpartum care
✨ Bladder, bowel & s*xual health
✨ Pelvic pain & prolapse
✨ Core & orthopedic support

We are so grateful for every patient who has trusted us, every provider who has referred to us, and every community member who has cheered us on along the way. 🥰

Here’s to continuing to break the stigma, start the conversation, and bring hope + healing for years to come!

💙 Thank you for being part of our story.

10/04/2025

Thanks to all who came to The Climb- Team Effingham today! Great way to support maternal health and perinatal mental health. 🧠🤰

So many wonderful organizations in our area supporting moms, dads, and families!

Brandy Kelley Counseling 👉 thanks for organizing!
Friends of Family Life Center
Crisis Nursery of Effingham County
Wright Choice Counseling
Catching Glimpses 4D Ultrasound
Star Legacy Foundation - South Central, IL Chapter
Birth to Five Illinois: Region 3
Effingham Obstetrics & Gynecology Associates, PLLC
Effingham County Connections
Layna Bond and Associates LLC, American Family Insurance Effingham, IL

10/03/2025

🌸 Mamas, the 4th Trimester Matters Too! 🌸
🌸Monday is your last day to register for the 4th Trimester Class🌸

Your body has been through a lot—pregnancy, birth, and now caring for your little one. 💕

But who’s caring for you?

Join us for a supportive class covering everything new moms wonder about but rarely get answers to:
✅ Bladder, bowel & s*xual health
✅ What’s normal vs what’s not after birth
✅ Exercises ALL moms should be doing
✅ Kegels—yes or no?
✅ Tips for returning to s*x
✅ Pelvic organ prolapse
✅ Perineal tears & C-section recovery
✅ Pooping after baby … and MORE!

📅 Tuesday, October 7th from 5:30-7:30pm
📍 Catching Glimpses in downtown Effingham
👶 Babies welcome (as well as husbands)! Can attend during pregnancy or postpartum.

This is your time to feel supported, cared for, and confident in your recovery. 💪💜

👉 Spots are limited—save your spot today! Call 347-BABY if you are not a current patient. Call our office 217-705-5077 if you are a patient and want to save your spot.

10/03/2025

☕️ vs 🍵 — the ultimate debate!

We thought it would be fun to kick off something new here at Effingham Pelvic Health & Wellness — a weekly staff spotlight where we’ll share a little bit about the amazing people who make up our pelvic floor therapy team. Each week, you’ll get to know one of us better through some lighthearted “this or that” questions (think fall flavors, favorite cozy drinks, and more!).

To start things off, we asked the whole team: Coffee or tea?
Some of us can’t live without our morning brew, while others are all about a soothing cup of tea.

Now it’s your turn — are you Team Coffee or Team Tea? Drop your pick in the comments! We can’t wait to see where our patients and friends stand in this great debate.

✨ Stay tuned next week for our first individual staff spotlight!

10/02/2025

Elvis pelvis or Elvira pelvis?! 😂
Comment below :) one person will win!

10/02/2025

💙 Preparing for baby means preparing for you, too. Join our postpartum class next Tuesday 5:30–7:30pm to learn the postpartum essentials most women aren’t prepared for. Cost is $25.

You can register here 👉 https://effinghampelvichealth.janeapp.com/ #/staff_member/1/treatment/43

Hear from others that have attended 👇💙🩷
"This class was very fun and open! It didn't feel like a "class". April was very informative and thorough with her knowledge on pelvic health! Would definitely recommend!"

"I loved the in-person small group setting. It gave me a chance to ask my questions and the content could be applied to my specific situation easily. Thank you for all the information!"

"I highly enjoyed and would recommend Dr. Ritz's class. I could have listened and learned from her for hours more. I love how she is utilizing the most recent data and being willing to go against the grain of the western medical model to ensure that her patients are getting the best care."

"Going through labor and delivery 3 times already I wasn’t sure if I would feel like I’d have much more to learn but I was wrong! There were a handful of things I had no idea about and I’m so glad I attended this class - I definitely feel confident that I’ve made the best choice by scheduling appointments prenatal and postpartum for this particular delivery as I know from my past that I will certainly benefit from pelvic floor therapy. The content provided felt very thorough and I personally can’t think of anything that needs to be added. Nice job!"

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