Episode 101

Published April 15, 2025

In this conversation, Dr. Sara Reardon, a board-certified pelvic floor physical therapist, discusses the importance of pelvic floor health for women of all ages. She emphasizes the need to normalize conversations around pelvic floor issues, which are often stigmatized or overlooked. 

This episode also highlights:

• Common symptoms of pelvic floor dysfunction
• The impact of pregnancy and postpartum recovery 
• The importance of proactive care throughout a woman's life 
• Cultural perceptions of childbirth and the need for better education around women's health issues
• Practical advice for improving bladder and bowel health 

Key Moments

00:00 Introduction to Pelvic Floor Health
03:01 Understanding the Pelvic Floor
06:01 Common Symptoms and Issues
09:14 The Impact of Pregnancy and Postpartum
11:59 Pelvic Floor Dysfunction Beyond Motherhood
15:11 Non-Physical Contributors to Pelvic Health
18:02 Addressing Bladder Issues
20:58 Improving Bowel Movements
22:04 Navigating Postpartum Challenges
25:15 Pelvic Floor Health Essentials
29:30 Understanding Birth Experiences
33:10 Diastasis Recti Explained
37:16 Exploring Pelvic Floor Therapy

About our speaker

Since 2007, Dr. Sara Reardon has been caring for people’s pelvic floors as a board-certified pelvic floor physical therapist. She is the Founder and Chief Vagina Officer of The Vagina Whisperer, an online pelvic floor workout platform for women of every age and stage. You can find her online as “The Vagina Whisperer”. Sara is the author of FLOORED: A Woman’s Guide to Pelvic Floor Health at Every Age and Stage, which is coming out in June 2025. 

Show Notes

Learn more about Dr. Reardon and her upcoming book, FLOORED: A Woman's Guide to Pelvic Floor Health at Every Age and Stage. Follow her on Instagram @the.vagina.whisperer!

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