The Pelvis Project Podcast

Oct 02 2024

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Welcome to The Pelvis Project Podcast! Join hosts, Megan Bengtson and Roxi Roberts, two pelvic floor physical therapists who are passionate about spreading pelvic health awareness and starting conversations surrounding the truth behind genuine health and imperfect wellness. They’re on a mission to educate, guide, and encourage you, and they believe that joyfully navigating your journey IS possible, no matter the season of life you’re in.

Our health and well-being extends far beyond just the physical aspect. Getting to know and really understand ourselves on a deeper level is powerful, and in turn, this will overflow into every area of our lives. Megan and Roxi are excited to be starting this conversation, and can’t wait to have you join along for the ride. And of course - don’t forget to take a deep breath and relax your pelvic floor!

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26. From Pain to Pleasure: Overcoming Vaginismus and Dyspareunia with Pelvic Floor Therapy

Oct 02 2024 47 mins

Our main focus for today’s episode is painful intercourse - specifically, the conditions known as vaginismus and dyspareunia. We treat both of these super often in our clinics, and we know it is very common for women to suffer in silence when they’re experiencing one (or both) of these. Fortunately, vaginismus and dyspareunia are very treatable, but there are some key differenc

25. Mindset Matters: Shifting Perspectives to Empower Healing

Sep 18 2024 30 mins

Today’s episode is covering a topic that is often overlooked, but definitely impacts you more than you think!Yep..we’re talking about the power of your MINDSET, and how it really can ‘make or break you’ as you’re trying to heal. In today’s conversation, we’re discussing why mindset matters, and how shifting perspectives can empower healing. Mindset is a crucial piece

24. Understanding Stress Urinary Incontinence: Myths, Causes, and Treatments

Sep 04 2024 27 mins

When you think of pelvic floor therapy, chances are you also think of stress urinary incontinence (aka urinary ‘leakage’). This is probably the most widely-known (and definitely most common) issue associated with pelvic floor therapy, and it’s something we are very familiar with as pelvic floor therapists!Unfortunately, there are quite a few myths surrounding this topic, so w

23. Exploring the Link Between Foot Movement and Pelvic Health

Aug 21 2024 31 mins

Did you know that the health of your feet can majorly impact your pelvic floor function??Yep..it’s totally a thing! We've seen how impactful this can be when working with patients, so we’re excited to share more about the fascinating link between foot movement and pelvic health in today’s episode.Your feet can greatly affect your pelvic health and its overall function, so imp

22. Normalizing Periods: Empowering Girls Through Open Conversations About Their Menstrual Cycles

Aug 07 2024 48 mins

Today’s episode is a fun one, because we’re chatting all things periods and menstrual health!While this is a topic that we’re excited to bring more awareness to, we also know it can feel daunting, and honestly, something we put off talking about with our daughters for as long as possible. As a mom (Megan) whose daughter recently started her period for the first time, it reall

21. Hands-On Fertility Treatment: Using Visceral Mobilization Techniques to Relieve Pain and Optimize Reproductive Health (Part 4)

Jul 24 2024 35 mins

We’re excited to be wrapping up our fourth and final episode in our hands-on fertility treatment series! Today’s episode is going to cover more of what you would expect in a typical session with us - the hands-on work, and more specifically, visceral mobilization techniques. As seasoned pelvic health physical therapists, we’ve learned how crucial proper mobility is when it co

20. Hands-On Fertility Treatment: The Menstrual Cycle and Its Impact on Hormones and Reproductive Health (Part 3)

Jul 10 2024 34 mins

Today’s episode will be part three in our hands-on fertility treatment series, and we’re diving deep into the fascinating world of the menstrual cycle!While the menstrual cycle and menstrual health may not be exciting topics for most, this is VITAL information all women need to know (regardless of the stage of life you’re in, or whether or not you’re on a fertility journey)

19. Hands-On Fertility Treatment: Understanding the Roles of the Endocrine System and Nutrition on Fertility (Part 2)

Jun 26 2024 36 mins

Today’s episode will be part two in our hands-on fertility treatment series, as we’re continuing on with what we’ve learned in our pelvic rehab fertility specialist certification! Two key topics we want to dive more into is the endocrine system (aka all things hormone health), and nutrition. There really is such an intricate relationship between hormone health, nutrition, and

18. Hands-On Fertility Treatment: An Overview of the Pelvic Rehab Fertility Specialist Certification (Part 1)

Jun 12 2024 54 mins

We enjoyed our little break over the last month, but are very excited to be back on the podcast again!We’re both navigating some big changes in our lives, and are continually learning the importance of ‘recharging our batteries’ when it comes to our health and well-being. One of the new and exciting things that we’re both in the middle of currently is a pelvic rehab fertili

17. Life Update: Rebranding, Embracing Boundaries, and Navigating Everyday Struggles in Motherhood & Business

Apr 24 2024 22 mins

It’s hard to believe, but we’ve officially been podcasting for 6 months now - it’s been pretty incredible!Today’s episode is going to be a bit of a wrap-up for now though. We’re excited to be giving ourselves a little break as we focus on rebranding, and some other fun projects we have in the works for the Pelvis Project over the next month. We’re also chatting more abo