A Women’s Health Physio Perspective Pelvic organ prolapse is a common condition that affects many women, particularly after childbirth or during and after menopause. It occurs when one or more pelvic organs—such as the bladder, uterus, or bowel—drop from their usual position due to a loss of support from the pelvic floor. The good news? […]
If you’ve ever found yourself leaking a little urine when you cough, sneeze, laugh, or exercise—you’re not alone. In fact, it’s a very common issue experienced by many women, particularly after pregnancy, childbirth, or during midlife and beyond. This type of bladder leakage is called stress urinary incontinence, and while it’s common, it’s not something […]
When it comes to understanding your body, one hormone plays a crucial role in how you feel physically and emotionally—estrogen. Whether you’re navigating puberty, pregnancy, postpartum recovery, or menopause, estrogen influences many aspects of your well-being, especially your pelvic health. So, let’s explore what estrogen is and why it’s essential for every woman to know […]
Endometriosis is a disease of the female reproductive system. 1 in 7 women experience endo, it takes 6.5 years to be diagnosed with endometriosis, and there are 830, 000 women living in Australia with endometriosis. What is endometriosis? The endometrium is the type of tissue that lines the uterus or womb. When this tissue begins […]
February is Ovarian Cancer Awareness Month. Each year in Australia around 1,815 women are diagnosed with ovarian cancer, this ovarian cancer statistic is highly significant. Due to its diagnostic challenges, in most cases the cancer will be diagnosed at a late, advanced stage. It has the poorest survival rate of any female cancer in Australia. […]
Women’s health physiotherapist are experts in the pelvic floor and entire musculoskeletal system. We are well connected in the women’s health world, we know midwives, doulas, lactation consultants, obstetricians, psychologists and even more. The benefit? We can provide you with the most up-to-date evidence on birth, provide you with education on how to reduce birth […]
Want to have an amazing pregnancy? Want to feel your best physically, emotionally, and psychologically? We want you to thrive throughout this time, with our goal to be leak free, pain free and continuing what you love to do. See our tips below to help make this experience a little easier. Be pelvic floor aware […]
