CORE Functional Wellness Inc.

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Pelvic Floor Therapy & Biofeedback for women and children, Low Pressure Fitness/ Hypopressive Exercise, Safe and Sound Protocol, specializing in blending nervous system regulation techniques with pelvic floor therapy so you feel better faster.

Most women do not think “pelvic floor” until symptoms feel severe.But a lot of pelvic floor issues start quietly. They s...
04/25/2026

Most women do not think “pelvic floor” until symptoms feel severe.

But a lot of pelvic floor issues start quietly. They show up as patterns you adapt to, avoid, or normalize.

If you have been dealing with symptoms that feel hard to explain, inconsistent, or brushed off as “normal,” pelvic floor OT can be a helpful next step because we look at the whole system. Bladder, bowel, core function, pressure management, and how your nervous system is responding.

If you are in Encinitas or the San Diego area and want help figuring out whether this applies to you, send me a message and tell me what you are noticing.

04/22/2026

High kneeling is one of my go-to positions for biofeedback because it keeps you upright and stable while we work on coordination.

It is a practical way to observe whether the pelvic floor is engaging with breath and pressure the way we want, or whether the system is defaulting to bracing. Seeing that pattern on biofeedback helps you learn what efficient coordination feels like, which is especially useful in birth prep and postpartum recovery.

If you are in Encinitas or San Diego and you want to learn what biofeedback birth prep looks like, send me a message that says “BIRTH.”

I’d like to re-introduce myself.I’m Carol, and Core Functional Wellness is my pelvic health practice here in Encinitas.W...
04/20/2026

I’d like to re-introduce myself.

I’m Carol, and Core Functional Wellness is my pelvic health practice here in Encinitas.

When you book, you are not passed around. You work with me one-on-one for a full hour in a private room. I use tools like biofeedback and other modalities when they are a good fit, and I explain everything in plain language so you leave with a clear plan.

If you are in Encinitas or the San Diego area and you have been wondering whether pelvic health OT could help you, you can send me a message. I’m happy to talk it through.

04/19/2026

No one prepares you for this.

Not the fall.
Not the aftermath.
Not how quickly things can change.

My grandmother died after a fall.
My mom is now in skilled nursing after falling.

And here’s what most people miss:

Bone health isn’t just about calcium.

And it’s not just about lifting weights, eating protein, or wearing your weighted vest when you walk.

It’s about what state your body is living in.

When your nervous system is constantly in stress mode:
– your body prioritizes survival
– not repair
– not rebuilding
– not strength

Over time… that matters.

Especially for women.

Especially if you’ve spent years pushing through stress, pregnancy, postpartum, or chronic pain.

Your body builds resilience when it feels safe.

Not when it’s constantly bracing.

If this made you think differently about your health → like and save it.

Had a C-section? These 3 things can linger for years if left untreated. 👇Slide through, because your 6-week checkup prob...
04/17/2026

Had a C-section? These 3 things can linger for years if left untreated. 👇

Slide through, because your 6-week checkup probably didn't cover any of this.

✂️ Your core isn't weak after a C-section, it's disconnected.
😶 That numb shelf above your scar? Those are nerves that were cut during surgery. They can recover, but not on their own.
🚽 A C-section scar can pull on your bladder, affect bowel motility, and change pelvic floor and core coordination. Most women are never told this.

This is exactly why I do what I do.

I'm Carol, a pelvic floor therapist specializing in biofeedback and C-section recovery in San Diego. If this is the first time anyone has explained this to you, follow along. I post what your provider probably didn't tell you.
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Some constipation improves with food, hydration, and routine. Some does not.When bowel movements feel hard to start, req...
04/15/2026

Some constipation improves with food, hydration, and routine. Some does not.

When bowel movements feel hard to start, require straining, or never feel complete, the pelvic floor may not be relaxing and coordinating well during the task. That is a different problem than “you need more fiber,” and it needs a different plan.

If you are in Encinitas or San Diego and you want to talk through whether this sounds like your pattern, send a message that says “BOWEL.”

04/14/2026

Biofeedback push prep is one of the most practical parts of birth preparation because you can see what your pelvic floor is doing in real time.
We practice in ALL the birthing positions. This video shows a mama in quadruped position, practicing how to push effectively with breath and learning how to bear down without making the pelvic floor contract. (Much harder to do than it seems!)
For childbirth we want the pelvic floor to bulge and get out of the way, so we don’t tear.

Biofeedback helps confirm whether the pelvic floor is moving out of the way, and it gives you clear feedback so you can repeat what works and correct what doesn’t.
This is not about pushing harder. It is about pushing with better coordination so your body can do the job more efficiently.
If you are in Encinitas or San Diego and you want details on birth prep sessions that include biofeedback, send me a message that says “BIRTH.”

04/11/2026

You can do all the right exercises and still feel unsure, because you cannot feel timing and coordination clearly without feedback.
Biofeedback lets you see patterns in real time. That matters when symptoms are confusing, inconsistent, or have not changed with generic strengthening.

If you want clarity on what your pelvic floor and core are actually doing, comment HEAL and we will talk through next steps.

04/10/2026

Had a lovely time speaking to second (and third!) time moms about the postpartum body at The New Mom School Encinitas.

No topics were off the table. We talked about ALL the things like:

What the heck is the pelvic floor anyway and why should I care about it?

What is a prolapse? Do I have one? Can I prevent one? If I have one what should I do about it?

How can I tell if I have a diastasis and what can I do about it if I have one?

I’m constipated! Now what!?

How can I return to intimacy without pain?

How can I best heal my scars (c-section and perineal?

How can I safely return to exercise?

💟 Lots of great questions and discussion. And so wonderful to see this group of new moms support and lift each other up.

csectionrecovery

04/09/2026

Birth prep is more effective when we can see what your pelvic floor is doing, instead of guessing.
In these sessions, I use biofeedback to observe your pelvic floor during breathing, relaxation, and bearing down. Some moms need practice letting go because the pelvic floor is holding a lot of tension. Some moms need better timing and coordination. Biofeedback helps you learn what release actually feels like.
Partner support is part of this too. We practice simple ways your partner can support you physically and emotionally during labor and delivery, so they feel useful and you feel supported.

If you are in Encinitas or San Diego and you want details on a birth prep session, send me a message that says “BIRTH.”

Wearables usually track stress. This one is designed to support your nervous system while you go about your day.Apollo N...
04/07/2026

Wearables usually track stress. This one is designed to support your nervous system while you go about your day.

Apollo Neuro is meant to help your body spend less time stuck in fight-or-flight and more time in rest and digest. The company reports average outcomes like 40% less stress and feelings of anxiety, an 11% increase in HRV, up to 25% more focus and concentration, and 19% more time in deep sleep.

I like tools like this when someone feels “on” all the time and needs nervous system support that is simple and consistent. It is not a replacement for care, but it can be a helpful layer of support alongside pelvic health work, pain recovery, and sleep improvement.

If you want me to share how I think about using tools like this in a nervous system plan, comment HEAL.

04/04/2026

Hank & Holly - a woman’s best friends!
Who are your pals?🐶

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