Surabhi’s Blog
Disclaimer: all content is for informational purposes only. It does not replace the advice of your medical or healthcare practitioner. All opinions below are mine with the exception of guest blogs. Note that research is constantly evolving and therefore my opinions may evolve too.
Pessary: Does your vagina needs a sports bra?!
A pessary is a medical-grade silicone device that sits in your vagina and supports your pelvic organs in place. It can be really helpful for people with symptomatic pelvic organ prolapse, in early postpartum recovery when your pelvic floor is looser and weaker, for high-impact exercise like running or jumping, or even for daily use. A pessary come in different shapes and sizes, and is fit based on your body anatomy and needs.
Pelvic organ prolapse, sex & pain
Can you have sex with prolapse? Does prolapse affect sexual intimacy and intercourse? In this blog we answer:
Learn 5 ways prolapse indirectly impacts intimacy: B-R-I-S-M
Is it safe to have sex with prolapse?
Will my partner feel my prolapse?
Why does sex hurt? What can I do? (including 6 rules to minimize painful sex)
What sex positions are best for prolapse?
How can I fix my prolapse?
Pelvic Organ Prolapse: Your Top 10 questions answered
Get answers to top 10 questions about prolapse including: What is pelvic organ prolapse (POP)? What are symptoms of prolapse? How do I know if I have prolapse? How common is prolapse? Why did I get prolapse? How do you fix pelvic organ prolapse? Why does mild prolapse feel so symptomatic? Can I exercise with prolapse? Should I avoid running and jumping with prolapse? Will doing extra Kegels help my symptoms? Can I have sex with prolapse?