In this episode, gynecologist Dr. Paula Espino and I discuss:<ul><li>The SOGC guidelines for prolapse management </li><li>What is a pessary?</li><li>Different types of pessary</li><li>Ways pessaries can be used and managed</li><li>Symptoms of prolapse</li><li>Typical course through the health care system for someone who has symptoms of prolapse</li><li>Wait times for seeing a gynecologist in Canada</li><li>What an assessment by a gynecologist entails</li><li>The role of pelvic health physiotherapy </li><li>The role of vaginal hormones</li><li>When surgery may be indicated</li></ul>Dr. Paula Espino is an OBGYN practicing in Kelowna, BC, Canada. Thanks for joining me! Here is where you can find more: my online course to walk you through pregnancy, birth prep and postpartum recovery: <a href='https://www.mommyberries.com/pages/home'>https://mommyberries.com </a> Want more details on the small groups? <a href='https://www.mommyberries.com/pages/services'>Small Groups </a> Follow me on: <a href='https://www.instagram.com/mommyberrieshealth/'>Instagram</a> <a href='https://www.facebook.com/mommyberries/'>Facebook</a> <a href='https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCIhu0Oqqse1zYnjdShLVdug'>YouTube</a><a rel="payment" href="https://www.paypal.com/donate?hosted_button_id=T6RXXXFKMA5PY">Support the show</a>

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This podcast is for anyone with a pelvic floor. Pssst….. everyone has a pelvic floor. The pelvic floor is a group of muscles responsible for controlling our bodily functions. I refer to myself as a physiotherapist for embarrassing issues. I routinely help clients address symptoms like incontinence, prolapse, diastasis, pelvic pain, intimacy issues and the list goes on.  A theme that stands out to me is how little we learn about our private parts and the muscles surrounding. This podcast is for you if you are interested in learning more about your body. Focused on the female, I cover tops pertinent to puberty, athletics, pregnant, birth, postpartum recovery, menopause, surgery and so much more.I promise to share evidence based information through discussion with other health care experts in their field with the goal to showcase a holistic and empowering approach to taking care of the only body you will ever haveI hope you enjoy!