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19/01/2021

How does nursing can impact life between the sheets? Read on for some helpful info from 👇🏽🌵
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Today we're talking about breastfeeding and your va**na... does it impact s*x... or not?

The answer: IT CAN!!!!

⭐Research has shown that:

✔Women who breastfeed exhibit decreased estrogen levels

✔Symptomatic hypoestrogenic (low estrogen levels) can present as va**nal dryness

📢 SOLUTIONS:

😊Lubricate!
A silicone based l**e requires less reapplication and great for "water play"

😊Increased foreplay. Stimulate some blood flow so you can make more magic happen

😊Change positions. Play around with a few different positions and see what feels best.

😊Add a toy 😊

Ok the toy doesn't fix your low estrogen or technically your dryness but it can add some spice to s*x and might take your mind off of the negative.
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**naldryness **nalhealth *xed *xeducation

14/01/2021

Ready for some awesomeness featuring alongside some other brilliant minds? Join us!
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✨ Mama Empower ✨

Introducing my new virtual series for mamas (of bb’s, bernedoodles, businesses, plants, etc.)—a monthly meetup featuring leaders who inspire in movement, health, personal care, & more.

I’m thrilled to have three of my favorite people on earth (not hyperbole) joining our first event. Welcome , , —badass doctors of physical therapy, passionate foodies, movement enthusiasts, and mamas (S.O. ).

My journey through preconception, miscarriage, surgery, pregnancy, birth (more surgery), and postpartum has lead me to a uncover the gems of pelvic floor physical therapy. I invite you to an informal evening of conversation and Q&A centered around this topic.

Friday, January 29th 5-6pm PT/8-9pm ET. All are welcome! Donation based (no one will be turned away). Dm me your email address for the link and future event announcements. Grab your favorite happy hour beverage and tag some friends below who may want to join you! 👇🏼👇🏼

We look forward to *seeing* you there!

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13/01/2021

Sound familiar? Help is out there!
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Are any of these symptoms your reality?

While these symptoms are 𝘤𝘰𝘮𝘮𝘰𝘯, they do not have to become your “𝘯𝘰𝘳𝘮𝘢𝘭.”

And guess what, pelvic floor physical therapy can help!

If you are hesitant to seek out a pelvic floor physical therapy examination because of our current reality, consider a virtual visit!

Many physical therapists in my profession offer virtual consultations.

If you are a pelvic floor physio 👩‍⚕️, please comment below where you are located and how women can find your services!

If you are a mama 🙋🏼‍♀️ seeking a virtual PT consult, comment below what state you live in and I can make a recommendation if I know anyone! Our pelvic PT profession is a small world and I know excellent clinicians nationwide.

Like what you see? 👏🏼👏🏼👏🏼 Tag a mama below so she can learn more too! 💕

From your girl on the internet that cares about your va**na,

Xo, Dr. Betsey
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02/01/2021

Wishing you and your pelvic floor the best in 2021. Happy New Year!
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Trying to keep my 2021 expectations in check but here are my modest wishes for all of you beautiful people this new year 😘♥️

Happy 2021 🍾 💥!!
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#2021

23/12/2020

Patients, friends, families & followers...our most sincere thank you for all your support during this wild Covid ride. It truly means the world.

Cheers to health, happiness, and a strong pelvic floor this season and in the year ahead.

With love,
sea

& the newest member of our team,

12/12/2020

Time to show some love!
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When you put it like that...

Ok, to start, because someone is gonna say it...I know labour can last longer than a day 😉 my first labour was record breaking lol.

During our pregnancies we prep & prep for birth. Pregnancy apps & books jump straight from talking about labour to talking about newborn care.

When I first had my daughter, I went back & checked all the books & apps I’d read before her birth. I MUST have missed the chapter on postpartum. I hadn’t. I scanned the table of contents, if there was ANY mention of the mother after birth in the books, it was a bit about the importance of breastfeeding & maybe a bit on the return to work..
These books missed a LOT. So I started researching. What I found shocked me.

The ‘Fourth Trimester’ as it’s often called is THE most profound time in a person’s life. Neurological, hormonal, immune & psychological changes all happen in the most drastic & short period of time, that anyone experiences across the lifespan. Read that again.

Yet, we as a society, don’t talk about this change. The number 1 thing I’ve heard from new mothers was “I WISH someone had have told me about this”. So, in learning about my own recovery, I set out to change the dynamic in our society to be supportive of new mothers.

I’ve changed my practice, I’m participating in advocacy & research for perinatal mental health, I’ve created a Continuing Education course for my colleagues & I speak or write about this every chance I get. & I have BIGGGG things coming for you in 2021 to make these changes 😁🙌🏼.

This isn’t ok that your healing isn’t even considered. We need to change our sub-standard model of care for the postpartum person. Your healing needs to be addressed at the neurological, hormonal, immune & psychological levels—NOT just a quick 6-week check-up that tells you it’s cool to start having s*x & exercising. This does not take into account what you’ve just experienced (understatement)!

In fact, even research from 20+ years ago calls for this change! It’s time for a change.

Tag & re-share with another mom!

10/12/2020

What happens to the pelvic floor after baby? shares some knowledge for pregnancy, birth & beyond.
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𝗢𝗡 𝗧𝗢𝗗𝗔𝗬’𝗦 𝗘𝗣𝗜𝗦𝗢𝗗𝗘 𝗢𝗙 𝗔𝗹𝗶𝗗𝗼𝗶𝘀𝗪𝗶𝗻:⁣
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“𝙒𝙝𝙖𝙩 𝙚𝙫𝙚𝙧𝙮 𝙒𝙤𝙢𝙖𝙣 𝙣𝙚𝙚𝙙𝙨 𝙩𝙤 𝙠𝙣𝙤𝙬 𝙖𝙗𝙤𝘂𝘁 𝙩𝙝𝙚𝙞𝙧 𝙡𝙖𝙙𝙮 𝙥𝙖𝙧𝙩𝙨” 𝘄𝗶𝘁𝗵 𝗗𝗿. 𝗛𝗲𝗶𝗱𝗶 𝗚𝗮𝘀𝘁𝗹𝗲𝗿⁣ of
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Thinking of having a baby?⁣
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Or have you never had children and you p*e during exercise?⁣
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Ever wonder why before surgery people are advised to strengthen certain musculature in order to prepare for their recovery? ⁣
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Yet, we don't often hear about women⁣ being advised to prepare for probably the most athletic traumatic event their body will experience in a lifetime: 𝘤𝘩𝘪𝘭𝘥𝘣𝘪𝘳𝘵𝘩⁣
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Why is that? ⁣
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I brought on one of my best friends and pelvic floor physical therapist Dr. Heidi Gastler on the show to talk about just that. ⁣
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Heidi goes into great detail about what EXACTLY happens to a woman's vag area during childbirth, the importance of preparing the body for this but also the gravity of "rehabbing" the body post-partum, and even how women who p*e during exercise can benefit from some of these same approaches. ⁣
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It is eye opening and insightful information that everyone who plans on having a baby should seek to understand.

Link in bio: subscribe share & like!
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10/12/2020

Check out this upcoming course that’ll help get you in the right mind & body space for pregnancy, birth & beyond. Our friends .leigh.foster & know their stuff 🙌🏽
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Very excited to offer this upcoming series with my “Mamaste” partner .leigh.foster 🤰🏻. Starting on January 12th we will be offering a 6 week series for expecting mamas which will incorporate movement and education each class. The way we move and breath is directly related to the way we are able to function throughout pregnancy, cope and progress throughout the stages of labor, and heal postpartum. Education is crucial in advocating for ourselves, knowing our options, and being able to better understand and move through labor. Combining the two made perfect sense! So whether you want an epidural or a natural birth, if you are planning on having a doula or not, this series is for you! Our goal is to prepare you physically, mentally, and emotionally all the way through postpartum.

Sign up now link in bio! Early Bird Pricing Ends in 2021 (so weird). Grab your spot ❤️Please share to help us spread the word 🙏🏻.

04/12/2020

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Fun fact Friday! Today’s topic: Diastasis Recti! 🤗
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🖍️5 Things to Consider in a Diastasis Recti Self Check ⁠
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The earliest we like to check for diastasis recti is 6 weeks postpartum. Then, we prefer to check every 4-8 weeks afterward. It is truly not necessary to check every week or every two weeks. Constant checking will continue to aggravate diastasis recti and have you doing mini crunches all the damn time. ⁠
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Less frequent checking allows you to trust in your body and the plan. ⁠
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The more you move functionally and allow your body to heal itself without incessantly needing to make sure it’s approximating, the better both your body and mind will be. ⁠
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Progress will be observed as the foundation is established and building blocks are added, and the little things start to add up. The immediate postpartum period is a year. Give yourself grace to heal from the inside out. ⁣⁠
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When you DO self-check for diastasis recti, please keep these things in mind: ⁣⁠
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🔹We observe width and depth of abdominal separation. ⁣⁠
🔹Tissue integrity is just as important as width and depth. ⁣⁠
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To read the rest please click on the blog link in our profile for the 5 Things to Consider... 💚
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29/11/2020

Loving this pelvic floor post! Preach 🙌🏽
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Bet your OB didn’t talk to you about 🤷‍♀️

There is so much to discuss when it comes to caring for yourself post-baby. Most of the important stuff either isn’t talked about by your doctor, or is mentioned briefly with little to no follow-through or continued support. Having a baby is a huge stressor for your body, how informed & prepared you are can be the difference between whether you’re riding the prevention train, or the treatment train (psa- prevention is the name of the game with bodies).
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28/11/2020

We’re all about that breathwork 🙌🏽
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Take a moment and BREATHE with us! ✨The breath is what connects you back into your body. It's what brings you into the present moment. Be mindful of your breath. Notice how deep your breathing is and make a conscious effort to expand each and every breath you take.
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Use this 4-7-8 breath work method to aid with stress and anxiety.
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1️⃣Inhale through your nose for a count of 4
2️⃣Fill up your belly and hold for 7
3️⃣Exhale through your mouth pushing all the air out and making a “whoosh” sound for a count of 8. The intention is to release all energies that are no longer serving you!
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You can repeat this up to four times.
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You got this mama and we got you. Sending love & blessings! Make sure to join our community newsletter filled with oracle card pulls, modern motherhood tips, pockets of inspiration, collective announcements and lots of love. ❤️ LINK IN BIO

26/11/2020

Wishing you a happy thanksgiving and a safe and healthy holiday season, from all of us at Mountain to Sea 🍁

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