MOM STRENGTH
Mom Strength is a podcast hosted by Surabhi Veitch, The Passionate Physio. Surabhi is an Orthopaedic and Pelvic Physiotherapist, Pregnancy & Postpartum Fitness Coach, mentor and mom with a mission to simplify motherhood through discussions on pelvic health, fitness, and realistic self-care.
Episodes drop every 1-2 weeks, and offer a combination of solo episodes, and guest interviews with experts on pelvic health, movement, mindset, parenting, nutrition, mental health, diversity and all the wonderful things that impact our motherhood experience.
We have real, honest conversations where we raise the bar and challenge the status quo on what it means to be a mother. We also aim to empower, uplift and elevate marginalized voices, including those of Black, Indigenous, and racialized Peoples of Colour.
Come discover your mom strength, inside and out!
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51. Dyspareunia or painful sex postpartum
Let’s talk about sex, baby! Or in this case, dyspareunia or painful sex. We go over:
— Find out what dyspareuia is and the different types and categories (superficial vs deep, primary vs secondary)
— How common is dyspareunia and how many people are impacted by painful intercourse postpartum
— How dyspareunia impacts mental, physical and sexual health
— Learn why you do not need to rush to have sex at 6 weeks postpartum
— How postpartum sexual health declines across all domains
— Why painful sex is not just the responsibility of the woman or vulva-owner
Find out how my Reclaim your Pleasure workshop can help you release tension, pain and welcome in more pleasure even if you deal with painful intercourse
Disclaimer: These podcast episodes do not replace the advice of your medical or healthcare practitioner, and cannot address your unique circumstances. All episodes and conversations are for educational and informational purposes only. While Surabhi Veitch tries to vet guest experts, she is not responsible for the actions or opinions of guest experts.