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79: What you must know about your pelvic floor health as you TTC with Dr. Marcy Crouch
79: What you must know about your pelvic floor health as you TTC with Dr. Marcy Crouch
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Length:
54 minutes
Released:
Nov 26, 2023
Format:
Podcast episode
Description
In today’s episode, I interview Dr. Marcy Crouch, a doctorate level physical therapist specializing in women's health and we discuss the importance of pelvic floor therapy for women, particularly during the preconception phase and throughout pregnancy. We dive into the functions of the pelvic floor muscles, the changes they undergo during pregnancy, the common dysfunctions that can occur, and the importance of proactive pelvic floor care. Episode Highlights: Marcy Crouch’s fertility story and her background in physical therapy and women's health The functions of the pelvic floor muscles and their importance The impact of pregnancy on the pelvic floor muscles The prevalence of pelvic floor dysfunction and its long-term effects The importance of pelvic floor health during the preconception phase Tips for assessing pelvic floor health and seeking therapy The challenges of accessibility and affordability in pelvic floor therapy Related Links: Join The Get Pregnant Program Waitlist here - coming January 2024 Website | www.thedowntheredoc.com & www.marcycrouch.com Instagram | @thedowntheredoc For full show notes and related links: https://www.naturallynora.ca/blog/79 Please Note: The contents of this podcast are for educational and informational purposes only. The information is not to be interpreted as, or mistaken for, clinical advice. Please consult a medical professional or healthcare provider for medical advice, diagnoses, or treatment.
Released:
Nov 26, 2023
Format:
Podcast episode
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