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172- From Pain to Pleasure // Tools, Toys & Supportive Strategies for Comfortable Intimacy

If you’ve been following this series on pain with intimacy, you now understand:
✔️ What might be causing your pain ✔️ How mental load and nervous system stress impact arousal ✔️ Why pushing through makes things worse ✔️ Practical rehab strategies to reduce tension
Now let’s talk about something we don’t normalize enough:
Supportive tools.
Because using tools does not mean you’re broken. It means you’re intentional.
In this final episode of the series, we’re discussing the different tools and toys that can reduce pain, improve blood flow, calm guarding, and help you rebuild positive experiences in your body — safely and confidently.
In This Episode, We Cover:
Why tools can help retrain pain pathways
The connection between blood flow, arousal, and pelvic floor relaxation
How graded exposure reduces guarding
Why friction (not failure) is often the problem
The role of pleasure in nervous system regulation
If pain continues, worsens, or feels deeply triggering, it’s time to see a pelvic floor PT.
The Bigger Reframe
Tools are not a crutch. They are bridges.
Bridges between pain and safety. Between guarding and openness. Between survival and pleasure.
Pleasure is not indulgent. It is nervous system medicine.
Want Structured Guidance?
Inside the Pelvic Floor, Core & More App, there is a FREE Masterclass: From Pain to Pleasure that you can access inside the app here: https://pelvic-floor-core-more.passion.io/ 
Or if you want more guidance join my 12 wk RESTORE program, where we combine:
Breathwork
Nervous system regulation
Mobility and downtraining
Core and pelvic floor coordination
Progressive strengthening
So you’re not guessing which tools to use — or when. (More on what this is and how to join below)
And if your pain is complex, trauma-related, or persistent, 1:1 pelvic floor PT may be your best next step.
You don’t have to navigate this alone.
This wraps our Pain with Intimacy series — but healing doesn’t end here.
Your body is not broken. It is layered. And layered healing is possible.
~ XO Dr. Des 💛
 
Tools/Toys Mentioned in this episode:
Lubricants: 
water based: https://a.co/d/0aQmddMG
silicone based: https://a.co/d/0cCFnzCQ 
 Pelvic Floor Dilators and Wands: http://intimaterose.com/DESIREE2
Ohnut and Kiwi (vibration/massage tool combo) and other great products: https://thepelvicpeople.com/collections/all-products 
🌀 Ready to feel stronger, more confident, and in tune with what it needs?
If you’re done guessing and googling… If you’re ready to stop modifying your workouts out of fear… If you’re ready to move, lift, run, and LIVE without leaking, pain, or pressure...
Then it’s time for RESTORE — my 12-week signature pelvic floor & core rehab program Evidence-based. Nervous system-informed. Holistically healing.
Inside RESTORE you’ll get: ✔️ 12 weeks of progressive breathwork, mobility & strength ✔️ 5- and 20-minute workouts to fit your life ✔️ Deep pelvic floor education (with zero fluff) ✔️ Real-life tools to reduce pain, improve leaks, and feel like YOU again ✔️ Access to our private community and support
Inside RESTORE, we cover:
Breathwork + pelvic floor connection
Mobility + posture
Nervous system regulation
Core control + strength building
Real-life application to everyday movement
And how to stop leaking, rushing to the bathroom, or feeling disconnected from your core
You’ll walk away from RESTORE with clarity, confidence, and a body you trust again.
JOIN RESTORE NOW FOR INSTANT ACCESS TO LESSONS AND EXERCISES!!  
https://pelvic-floor-core-more.passion.io/checkout/86181d29-9811-4a33-80df-a82de21fa8fe
Or 
💎 Learn More About RESTORE below, my 12-week program that walks you step by step through pelvic floor and core healing — so you can stop leaking, reduce prolapse symptoms, and feel strong again.
 https://balancedmomtality.com/restore 
💖 Or Want Personalized 1:1 Coaching and Support?
Book a virtual or in-person women’s health coaching/pelvic floor physical therapy session tailored to YOU. 📧 Email: PTDes@balancedmomtality.com
✨ Next Steps:
📲 Download the Pelvic Floor, Core & More App →  for guided breathwork, mobility, and strength progressions you can do at home.
- Download PCM App iTunes: https://apps.apple.com/us/app/pelvic-floor-core-more/id6740750561 
- Download PCM App Google Play:
https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=com.pqw8e051gua.pmh8skrtsapp&pcampaignid=web_share
Or Access Inside the web Browser: https://pelvic-floor-core-more.passion.io/ 
🎧 Don’t forget to subscribe to Pelvic Floor, Core & More so you never miss an empowering episode about pelvic floor health, core strength, and whole-body healing.
 
👉 If this episode resonated with you, share it with a mom friend who needs to hear that healing is possible. And don’t forget to subscribe so you never miss an empowering conversation about pelvic health, core strength, and whole-body healing.
🌿 Join the Momtality Community:
👯‍♀️ Free Facebook Group: Balanced Momtality Wellness + Support 💌 Get on the VIP list: https://newsletter.balancedmomtality.com/
💬 Stay Connected:
IG: @the_balanced_momtality FB: @thebalancedmomtality Web: www.balancedmomtality.com
🎧 Share the love:
Found this powerful? Send it to a mama who’s ready to rise — and don’t forget to leave a 5-star review!
💖 Prefer 1:1 or Hybrid Support?
Let’s build a plan just for you. Email PTDes@balancedmomtality.com
Keywords: prolapse support, posture and pelvic floor, breathwork for leaking, body awareness practice, pelvic floor app, somatic healing women, core healing, postpartum, pregnancy, postpartum recovery, grounding, nervous system healing, regulation for moms, pregnancy fitness, prenatal workout, safe exercise during pregnancy, pelvic floor health pregnancy, core exercises pregnancy, prepare for birth, prenatal exercise tips, pregnancy workout modifications, shoulder mobility pelvic floor, pelvic floor dysfunction tight hips,  pelvic floor and shoulder connection, shoulder pain, shoulder impingement

171- Guilt Is Not a Compass // How Guilt Is Silencing Your Body, Your Truth, and Your Healing

Hey Girl,
How many times have you ignored your body because you felt guilty?
Guilty for not working out. Guilty for wanting alone time. Guilty for not being in the mood. Guilty for resting. Guilty for saying no. Guilty for going to girls’ night. Guilty for spending money on yourself.
In this episode, we’re unpacking something that quietly sabotages women’s health more than almost anything else: guilt.
Because guilt doesn’t just live in your mind. It lives in your nervous system. It lives in your breath. It lives in your pelvic floor.
And every time you override your truth to keep the peace, avoid discomfort, or prove your worth — your body absorbs it.
In This Episode, We Explore:
Why guilt is often conditioning — not intuition
How guilt shows up in movement, intimacy, rest, and relationships
The connection between guilt, stress, and pelvic floor tension
Why pushing through pain (in workouts or intercourse) creates more dysfunction
How guilt keeps women stuck in all-or-nothing cycles
The physiological impact of chronic guilt on cortisol, breath, and muscle tone
The difference between guilt and integrity
Practical ways to stop betraying your body in small, daily moments
Every time you override your truth, your body adapts to that pattern.
And over time, that pattern becomes pain. Or leaking. Or pressure. Or disconnection.
Small moments of honesty create safety in your body.
And safety is where healing begins.
How This Connects to RESTORE
Inside RESTORE, we don’t just strengthen your core and pelvic floor.
We:
Retrain your breath
Regulate your nervous system
Address tension patterns
Teach you how to move without overriding your body
Help you rebuild strength from safety — not guilt
Because true strength is not forcing your body to comply. It’s learning how to listen to it.
If you’re ready to stop betraying your body and start healing from integrity, you can learn more about RESTORE inside the Pelvic Floor, Core & More App.
And if you need deeper, individualized support, 1:1 coaching or pelvic floor PT may be your next step.
Guilt is loud. Truth is quiet. Healing happens when you learn to hear the quiet voice.
~ XO Dr. Des 💛
 
🌀 Ready to feel stronger, more confident, and in tune with what it needs?
If you’re done guessing and googling… If you’re ready to stop modifying your workouts out of fear… If you’re ready to move, lift, run, and LIVE without leaking, pain, or pressure...
Then it’s time for RESTORE — my 12-week signature pelvic floor & core rehab program Evidence-based. Nervous system-informed. Holistically healing.
Inside RESTORE you’ll get: ✔️ 12 weeks of progressive breathwork, mobility & strength ✔️ 5- and 20-minute workouts to fit your life ✔️ Deep pelvic floor education (with zero fluff) ✔️ Real-life tools to reduce pain, improve leaks, and feel like YOU again ✔️ Access to our private community and support
Inside RESTORE, we cover:
Breathwork + pelvic floor connection
Mobility + posture
Nervous system regulation
Core control + strength building
Real-life application to everyday movement
And how to stop leaking, rushing to the bathroom, or feeling disconnected from your core
You’ll walk away from RESTORE with clarity, confidence, and a body you trust again.
JOIN RESTORE NOW FOR INSTANT ACCESS TO LESSONS AND EXERCISES!!  
https://pelvic-floor-core-more.passion.io/checkout/86181d29-9811-4a33-80df-a82de21fa8fe
Or 
💎 Learn More About RESTORE below, my 12-week program that walks you step by step through pelvic floor and core healing — so you can stop leaking, reduce prolapse symptoms, and feel strong again.
 https://balancedmomtality.com/restore 
💖 Or Want Personalized 1:1 Coaching and Support?
Book a virtual or in-person women’s health coaching/pelvic floor physical therapy session tailored to YOU. 📧 Email: PTDes@balancedmomtality.com
✨ Next Steps:
📲 Download the Pelvic Floor, Core & More App →  for guided breathwork, mobility, and strength progressions you can do at home.
- Download PCM App iTunes: https://apps.apple.com/us/app/pelvic-floor-core-more/id6740750561 
- Download PCM App Google Play:
https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=com.pqw8e051gua.pmh8skrtsapp&pcampaignid=web_share
Or Access Inside the web Browser: https://pelvic-floor-core-more.passion.io/ 
🎧 Don’t forget to subscribe to Pelvic Floor, Core & More so you never miss an empowering episode about pelvic floor health, core strength, and whole-body healing.
 
👉 If this episode resonated with you, share it with a mom friend who needs to hear that healing is possible. And don’t forget to subscribe so you never miss an empowering conversation about pelvic health, core strength, and whole-body healing.
🌿 Join the Momtality Community:
👯‍♀️ Free Facebook Group: Balanced Momtality Wellness + Support 💌 Get on the VIP list: https://newsletter.balancedmomtality.com/
💬 Stay Connected:
IG: @the_balanced_momtality FB: @thebalancedmomtality Web: www.balancedmomtality.com
🎧 Share the love:
Found this powerful? Send it to a mama who’s ready to rise — and don’t forget to leave a 5-star review!
💖 Prefer 1:1 or Hybrid Support?
Let’s build a plan just for you. Email PTDes@balancedmomtality.com
 
Keywords: prolapse support, posture and pelvic floor, breathwork for leaking, body awareness practice, pelvic floor app, somatic healing women, core healing, postpartum, pregnancy, postpartum recovery, grounding, nervous system healing, regulation for moms, pregnancy fitness, prenatal workout, safe exercise during pregnancy, pelvic floor health pregnancy, core exercises pregnancy, prepare for birth,

170- From Pain to Possibility // Practical Rehab Strategies to Reduce Pain with Intimacy

Pelvic floor tips to move from tension and guarding to comfort and confidence
If you’ve been listening to this series and thinking…
“Okay, I understand what might be causing my pain.” “I see how stress and mental load are affecting my body.” “But what do I actually DO?”
This episode is your next step.
Pain with intimacy is common — but it is not something you have to push through, numb out, or accept as your new normal.
Today we’re talking about practical, body-based strategies to reduce pelvic floor tension, rebuild safety, and gradually restore comfort and confidence in the bedroom.
Because healing isn’t about forcing relaxation. It’s about creating safety.
In This Episode, We Cover:
Why pushing through pain makes it worse
The pain → guarding → more pain cycle
Why many women with painful intercourse actually have an overactive pelvic floor (not a weak one)
The importance of downtraining before strengthening
360 breathing and long exhale techniques to calm tension
“Hip breathers” and mobility work that support pelvic relaxation
External soft tissue release before internal work
How to approach dilators or pelvic wand work safely (if appropriate)
The power of slowing down arousal and removing performance pressure
Lube, positioning, and small environmental shifts that make a big difference
How graded exposure helps retrain the brain and calm pain pathways
The Big Reframe
Pain with intimacy is not a sign that you are broken.
It is information.
Your nervous system and pelvic floor are communicating something — often about tension, overwhelm, fear, or past experiences.
When we respond with pressure, force, or avoidance, the guarding increases.
When we respond with safety, breath, and gradual progression, the body adapts.
Your brain and pelvic floor are deeply connected — and both can relearn safety.
Practical Starting Points
If you’re experiencing pain with intercourse, consider:
✔️ Pausing penetration temporarily ✔️ Focusing on breath and long exhales daily ✔️ Addressing hip, inner thigh, and glute tension ✔️ Prioritizing arousal before penetration ✔️ Experimenting with positions that give you control ✔️ Removing pressure to “perform”
Remember: intimacy does not equal penetration. Connection and pleasure are broader than we were taught.
When to See a Pelvic Floor PT
You may benefit from professional support if:
Pain persists beyond a few months
You have a history of tearing or scar tissue
You experience severe guarding or anxiety
You’re avoiding intimacy entirely
DIY approaches aren’t helping
Inside RESTORE, we focus on breath coordination, nervous system regulation, mobility, and pelvic floor retraining in a progressive, supportive way.
For more complex or severe pain, 1:1 pelvic floor physical therapy may be the best next step.
You do not have to navigate this alone.
Up Next in the Series
In our next episode, we’ll talk about rebuilding confidence and reclaiming pleasure — not just reducing pain.
Because healing is not just about eliminating symptoms. It’s about expanding what’s possible.
If this episode resonated, share it with someone who needs to hear that pain with intimacy is treatable — and that softness is strength.
~ XO Dr. Des 💛
 
Want a Structured Way to Rebuild Safety in Your Body?
Check out the FREE Masterclass Pain to Pleasure inside my app Pelvic Floor, Core & More Now!
https://pelvic-floor-core-more.passion.io
🌀 Ready to feel stronger, more confident, and in tune with what it needs?
If you’re done guessing and googling… If you’re ready to stop modifying your workouts out of fear… If you’re ready to move, lift, run, and LIVE without leaking, pain, or pressure...
Then it’s time for RESTORE — my 12-week signature pelvic floor & core rehab program Evidence-based. Nervous system-informed. Holistically healing.
Inside RESTORE you’ll get: ✔️ 12 weeks of progressive breathwork, mobility & strength ✔️ 5- and 20-minute workouts to fit your life ✔️ Deep pelvic floor education (with zero fluff) ✔️ Real-life tools to reduce pain, improve leaks, and feel like YOU again ✔️ Access to our private community and support
Inside RESTORE, we cover:
Breathwork + pelvic floor connection
Mobility + posture
Nervous system regulation
Core control + strength building
Real-life application to everyday movement
And how to stop leaking, rushing to the bathroom, or feeling disconnected from your core
You’ll walk away from RESTORE with clarity, confidence, and a body you trust again.
JOIN RESTORE NOW FOR INSTANT ACCESS TO LESSONS AND EXERCISES!!  
https://pelvic-floor-core-more.passion.io/checkout/86181d29-9811-4a33-80df-a82de21fa8fe
Or 
💎 Learn More About RESTORE below, my 12-week program that walks you step by step through pelvic floor and core healing — so you can stop leaking, reduce prolapse symptoms, and feel strong again.
 https://balancedmomtality.com/restore 
💖 Or Want Personalized 1:1 Coaching and Support?
Book a virtual or in-person women’s health coaching/pelvic floor physical therapy session tailored to YOU. 📧 Email: PTDes@balancedmomtality.com
✨ Next Steps:
📲 Download the Pelvic Floor, Core & More App →  for guided breathwork, mobility, and strength progressions you can do at home.
- Download PCM App iTunes: https://apps.apple.com/us/app/pelvic-floor-core-more/id6740750561 
- Download PCM App Google Play:
https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=com.pqw8e051gua.pmh8skrtsapp&pcampaignid=web_share
Or Access Inside the web Browser: https://pelvic-floor-core-more.passion.io/ 
🎧 Don’t forget to subscribe to Pelvic Floor, Core & More so you never miss an empowering episode about pelvic floor health, core strength, and whole-body healing.
 
👉 If this episode resonated with you, share it with a mom friend who needs to hear that healing is possible. And don’t forget to subscribe so you never miss an empowering conversation about pelvic health, core strength, and whole-body healing.
🌿 Join the Momtality Community:
👯‍♀️ Free Facebook Group: Balanced Momtality Wellness + Support 💌 Get on the VIP list: https://newsletter.balancedmomtality.com/
💬 Stay Connected:
IG: @the_balanced_momtality FB: @thebalancedmomtality Web: www.balancedmomtality.com
🎧 Share the love:
Found this powerful? Send it to a mama who’s ready to rise — and don’t forget to leave a 5-star review!
💖 Prefer 1:1 or Hybrid Support?
Let’s build a plan just for you. Email PTDes@balancedmomtality.com
Keywords: prolapse support, posture and pelvic floor, breathwork for leaking, body awareness practice, pelvic floor app, somatic healing women, core healing, postpartum, pregnancy, postpartum recovery, grounding, nervous system healing, regulation for moms, pregnancy fitness, prenatal workout, safe exercise during pregnancy, pelvic floor health pregnancy, core exercises pregnancy, prepare for birth, prenatal exercise tips, pregnancy workout modifications, shoulder mobility pelvic floor, pelvic floor dysfunction tight hips,  dyspareunia

169- Pregnant? When and Why You Need to See a Pelvic Floor PT and Why Waiting For Postpartum Can Be the Harder Path

Signs, symptoms & why waiting until postpartum may be the harder path
Most women don’t even know they can see a pelvic floor physical therapist while pregnant.
They’re told leaking is normal.Pelvic pain is normal.Pressure is normal.Back pain is normal.
And while those symptoms may be common in pregnancy — they are not something you simply have to live with.
In this episode, Dr. Des breaks down when to see a pelvic floor PT during pregnancy, what red flags to watch for, and why proactive support can completely change your pregnancy, birth, and postpartum recovery.
Because pregnancy isn’t something you’re meant to survive — it’s something you can move through with strength, strategy, and support.
In This Episode, We Cover:
Why pelvic floor PT during pregnancy is often overlooked
The biggest misconception about “waiting until postpartum”
Common but NOT normal symptoms in pregnancy
Bladder leaking, urgency, and frequent UTIs
Pelvic pain, pubic symphysis pain, SI joint pain, and tailbone pain
Vaginal pressure or heaviness
Pain with intercourse during pregnancy
How breath mechanics and posture shift as baby grows
Why prevention is easier than rehab
What a pelvic floor PT actually does during pregnancy
Birth prep strategies including pushing mechanics and positioning
🚩 Signs You Should See a Pelvic Floor PT While Pregnant
You do not need to be miserable to qualify.
If you are experiencing:
Leaking with coughing, sneezing, or exercise
Pelvic pressure or heaviness
Pubic bone, groin, or SI joint pain
Tailbone discomfort
Severe hip or low back pain
Pain with intercourse
A history of traumatic birth, prolapse, tearing, or C-section
Chronic constipation
It’s worth getting evaluated.
And even if you don’t have symptoms — learning how to coordinate your breath, core, and pelvic floor before delivery can make postpartum recovery significantly smoother.
Why Pregnancy Is the Best Time to Start
Hormones increase joint laxity.Your center of gravity shifts.Your breathing pattern changes.Pressure on the pelvic floor increases.
Your body is adapting rapidly — which means it’s also highly trainable.
It’s far easier to build coordination and resilience before delivery than to repair dysfunction after.
What Does Pelvic Floor PT in Pregnancy Look Like?
Pelvic floor PT during pregnancy may include:
Postural assessment
Breath retraining
Core and glute coordination
Manual therapy for pain
Downtraining for pelvic floor tension
Birth prep and pushing education
Perineal massage instruction
Strategies to prevent tearing and prolapse
Internal exams are always optional — you are in control.
Not Local? Here Are Your Options
If you’re in Northern New Mexico, you can work with Dr. Des in-person at The Balanced Momtality clinic.
If you’re not local — or want a structured, guided program — RESTORE inside the Pelvic Floor, Core & More App is designed to help you:
✔️ Build breath-core coordination✔️ Reduce tension and pain✔️ Strengthen safely during pregnancy✔️ Prepare your body for labor✔️ Support postpartum recovery
Because you deserve more than “wait and see.”
✨ Pregnancy is not damage control.It’s preparation.
If this episode helped you, share it with a pregnant friend who deserves better support.
And as always — you don’t have to do this alone.
~ XODr. Des 💛
Want a Structured Way to Rebuild Safety in Your Body during Pregnancy and Beyond?
🌀 Ready to feel stronger, more confident, and in tune with what it needs?
If you’re done guessing and googling… If you’re ready to stop modifying your workouts out of fear… If you’re ready to move, lift, run, and LIVE without leaking, pain, or pressure...
Then it’s time for RESTORE — my 12-week signature pelvic floor & core rehab program Evidence-based. Nervous system-informed. Holistically healing.
Inside RESTORE you’ll get: ✔️ 12 weeks of progressive breathwork, mobility & strength ✔️ 5- and 20-minute workouts to fit your life ✔️ Deep pelvic floor education (with zero fluff) ✔️ Real-life tools to reduce pain, improve leaks, and feel like YOU again ✔️ Access to our private community and support
Inside RESTORE, we cover:
Breathwork + pelvic floor connection
Mobility + posture
Nervous system regulation
Core control + strength building
Real-life application to everyday movement
And how to stop leaking, rushing to the bathroom, or feeling disconnected from your core
You’ll walk away from RESTORE with clarity, confidence, and a body you trust again.
JOIN RESTORE NOW FOR INSTANT ACCESS TO LESSONS AND EXERCISES!!  
https://pelvic-floor-core-more.passion.io/checkout/86181d29-9811-4a33-80df-a82de21fa8fe
Or 
💎 Learn More About RESTORE below, my 12-week program that walks you step by step through pelvic floor and core healing — so you can stop leaking, reduce prolapse symptoms, and feel strong again.
 https://balancedmomtality.com/restore 
💖 Or Want Personalized 1:1 Coaching and Support?
Book a virtual or in-person women’s health coaching/pelvic floor physical therapy session tailored to YOU. 📧 Email: PTDes@balancedmomtality.com
✨ Next Steps:
📲 Download the Pelvic Floor, Core & More App →  for guided breathwork, mobility, and strength progressions you can do at home.
- Download PCM App iTunes: https://apps.apple.com/us/app/pelvic-floor-core-more/id6740750561 
- Download PCM App Google Play:
https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=com.pqw8e051gua.pmh8skrtsapp&pcampaignid=web_share
Or Access Inside the web Browser: https://pelvic-floor-core-more.passion.io/ 
🎧 Don’t forget to subscribe to Pelvic Floor, Core & More so you never miss an empowering episode about pelvic floor health, core strength, and whole-body healing.
 
👉 If this episode resonated with you, share it with a mom friend who needs to hear that healing is possible. And don’t forget to subscribe so you never miss an empowering conversation about pelvic health, core strength, and whole-body healing.
🌿 Join the Momtality Community:
👯‍♀️ Free Facebook Group: Balanced Momtality Wellness + Support 💌 Get on the VIP list: https://newsletter.balancedmomtality.com/
💬 Stay Connected:
IG: @the_balanced_momtality FB: @thebalancedmomtality Web: www.balancedmomtality.com
🎧 Share the love:
Found this powerful? Send it to a mama who’s ready to rise — and don’t forget to leave a 5-star review!
💖 Prefer 1:1 or Hybrid Support?
Let’s build a plan just for you. Email PTDes@balancedmomtality.com
Keywords: prolapse support, posture and pelvic floor, breathwork for leaking, body awareness practice, pelvic floor app, somatic healing women, core healing, postpartum, pregnancy, postpartum recovery, grounding, nervous system healing, regulation for moms, pregnancy fitness, prenatal workout, safe exercise during pregnancy, pelvic floor health pregnancy, core exercises pregnancy, prepare for birth, prenatal exercise tips, pregnancy workout modifications, shoulder mobility pelvic floor, pelvic floor dysfunction tight hips,  pelvic floor and shoulder connection, shoulder pain, shoulder impingement

168- Mental Load & Mismatched Desire or libido // When You Feel Touched Out, Shut Down, or Disconnected

How stress, emotional disconnection, and overwhelm impact intimacy (and what to do about it)
If you’ve ever thought…
“I love my partner, but I just don’t want sex.”
“By the end of the day I’m touched out.”
“I feel guilty that I’m never in the mood.”
“Something feels off… but I don’t know what.”
This episode is for you.
Low desire isn’t always hormonal. It’s not always about attraction. And it’s definitely not because you’re broken.
More often than not, it’s about mental load, nervous system overwhelm, and emotional disconnection.
In today’s episode, we’re unpacking the invisible weight women carry — and how that weight directly impacts pelvic floor tension, arousal, pain with intercourse, and overall intimacy.
Because desire doesn’t disappear randomly. It gets crowded out.
In This Episode, We Cover:
What the “mental load” actually is — and why it’s exhausting your nervous system
How chronic stress increases pelvic floor tension and guarding
Why feeling unsupported during the day shows up in the bedroom
The connection between cortisol, safety, and arousal
How resentment and emotional disconnection subtly affect your body
The “Mental Load → Guarding → Guilt” cycle many women are stuck in
Simple ways to rebuild emotional intimacy without pressure or performance
Why This Matters for Pelvic Health
Your pelvic floor does not exist in isolation.
When you’re in fight-or-flight all day — planning, managing, caretaking, carrying the emotional labor of your home — your body does not magically flip into relaxation mode at night.
Arousal requires parasympathetic safety. Pleasure requires softness. Connection requires nervous system regulation.
You cannot feel open in a body that feels responsible for everything.
Practical Ways to Bridge Emotional Intimacy
We discuss:
✔️ Reducing the invisible labor load ✔️ Non-sexual connection rituals ✔️ Regulating your nervous system before initiating intimacy ✔️ Expanding your definition of intimacy beyond performance ✔️ Creating safety in micro-moments, not grand gestures
Because foreplay doesn’t start in the bedroom. It starts in how supported you felt all day.
Want a Structured Way to Rebuild Safety in Your Body?
Make sure to check out the FREE Pain to Pleasure Masterclass inside the Pelvic Floor, Core & More App! 
 
Access Here: https://pelvic-floor-core-more.passion.io/login
🌀 Ready to feel stronger, more confident, and in tune with what it needs?
If you’re done guessing and googling… If you’re ready to stop modifying your workouts out of fear… If you’re ready to move, lift, run, and LIVE without leaking, pain, or pressure...
Then it’s time for RESTORE — my 12-week signature pelvic floor & core rehab program Evidence-based. Nervous system-informed. Holistically healing.
Inside RESTORE you’ll get: ✔️ 12 weeks of progressive breathwork, mobility & strength ✔️ 5- and 20-minute workouts to fit your life ✔️ Deep pelvic floor education (with zero fluff) ✔️ Real-life tools to reduce pain, improve leaks, and feel like YOU again ✔️ Access to our private community and support
Inside RESTORE, we cover:
Breathwork + pelvic floor connection
Mobility + posture
Nervous system regulation
Core control + strength building
Real-life application to everyday movement
And how to stop leaking, rushing to the bathroom, or feeling disconnected from your core
You’ll walk away from RESTORE with clarity, confidence, and a body you trust again.
JOIN RESTORE NOW FOR INSTANT ACCESS TO LESSONS AND EXERCISES!!  
https://pelvic-floor-core-more.passion.io/checkout/86181d29-9811-4a33-80df-a82de21fa8fe
Or 
💎 Learn More About RESTORE below, my 12-week program that walks you step by step through pelvic floor and core healing — so you can stop leaking, reduce prolapse symptoms, and feel strong again.
 https://balancedmomtality.com/restore 
💖 Or Want Personalized 1:1 Coaching and Support?
Book a virtual or in-person women’s health coaching/pelvic floor physical therapy session tailored to YOU. 📧 Email: PTDes@balancedmomtality.com
✨ Next Steps:
📲 Download the Pelvic Floor, Core & More App →  for guided breathwork, mobility, and strength progressions you can do at home.
- Download PCM App iTunes: https://apps.apple.com/us/app/pelvic-floor-core-more/id6740750561 
- Download PCM App Google Play:
https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=com.pqw8e051gua.pmh8skrtsapp&pcampaignid=web_share
Or Access Inside the web Browser: https://pelvic-floor-core-more.passion.io/ 
🎧 Don’t forget to subscribe to Pelvic Floor, Core & More so you never miss an empowering episode about pelvic floor health, core strength, and whole-body healing.
 
👉 If this episode resonated with you, share it with a mom friend who needs to hear that healing is possible. And don’t forget to subscribe so you never miss an empowering conversation about pelvic health, core strength, and whole-body healing.
🌿 Join the Momtality Community:
👯‍♀️ Free Facebook Group: Balanced Momtality Wellness + Support 💌 Get on the VIP list: https://newsletter.balancedmomtality.com/
💬 Stay Connected:
IG: @the_balanced_momtality FB: @thebalancedmomtality Web: www.balancedmomtality.com
🎧 Share the love:
Found this powerful? Send it to a mama who’s ready to rise — and don’t forget to leave a 5-star review!
💖 Prefer 1:1 or Hybrid Support?
Let’s build a plan just for you. Email PTDes@balancedmomtality.com
Keywords: prolapse support, posture and pelvic floor, breathwork for leaking, body awareness practice, pelvic floor app, somatic healing women, core healing, postpartum, pregnancy, postpartum recovery, grounding, nervous system healing, regulation for moms, pregnancy fitness, prenatal workout, safe exercise during pregnancy, pelvic floor health pregnancy, core exercises pregnancy, prepare for birth, prenatal exercise tips, pregnancy workout modifications, shoulder mobility pelvic floor, pelvic floor dysfunction tight hips,  

167- Your Body Is Not the Problem — The Pace Is // Why and How to Listen to Your Body for Lasting Results

Why slowing down may be the missing piece in healing, strength, and confidence
If you’ve been doing “all the right things” — exercising, stretching, eating well, trying to rest — and your body still feels tight, painful, fatigued, or stuck… this episode is for you.
So many women believe their body is broken when healing doesn’t happen fast enough. But more often than not, the issue isn’t what you’re doing — it’s the pace you’re asking your body to heal at.
In this episode, Dr. Des breaks down why rushing healing backfires, how cultural pressure teaches women to override their body’s signals, and what your nervous system actually needs in order to feel safe enough to change.
This conversation isn’t about one symptom or diagnosis — it’s about learning how to work with your body instead of against it.
In this episode, we explore:
Why women are conditioned to rush healing and “push through”
How the nervous system responds to pace — and why safety matters more than intensity
Signs your body may be asking you to slow down (even if your mind says otherwise)
The difference between real progress and burnout disguised as discipline
What a supportive, sustainable healing pace actually looks like
How slowing down can lead to stronger, more confident movement long-term
You’ll walk away feeling less pressure, more clarity, and a deeper sense of trust in your body — without being told to stop moving or lower your goals.
✨ This episode sets the foundation for everything that comes next, including how pace impacts pain, tension, strength, and connection in the body.
Ready to feel supported instead of guessing?
If you’re craving structure, guidance, and a pace your body can actually trust, this is the approach I use inside RESTORE, my 12-week pelvic floor & core healing program inside the Pelvic Floor, Core & More App.
RESTORE walks you through breathwork, movement, strength, and nervous system regulation in a way that feels safe, doable, and sustainable — no rushing, no pushing, no shame.
👉 Learn more about RESTORE and the app below!
🎧 Up next: We’ll dive deeper into how pace, stress, and nervous system safety influence connection, desire, and healing — and what to do when your body feels shut down instead of open.
As always, thank you for being here and for choosing to listen to your body — not override her.
~ XO Dr. Des 💛
 
🌀 Ready to feel stronger, more confident, and in tune with your body?
If you’re done guessing and googling… If you’re ready to stop modifying your workouts out of fear… If you’re ready to move, lift, run, and LIVE without leaking, pain, or pressure...
Then it’s time for RESTORE — my 12-week signature pelvic floor & core rehab program Evidence-based. Nervous system-informed. Holistically healing.
Inside RESTORE you’ll get: ✔️ 12 weeks of progressive breathwork, mobility & strength ✔️ 5- and 20-minute workouts to fit your life ✔️ Deep pelvic floor education (with zero fluff) ✔️ Real-life tools to reduce pain, improve leaks, and feel like YOU again ✔️ Access to our private community and support
Inside RESTORE, we cover:
Breathwork + pelvic floor connection
Mobility + posture
Nervous system regulation
Core control + strength building
Real-life application to everyday movement
And how to stop leaking, rushing to the bathroom, or feeling disconnected from your core
You’ll walk away from RESTORE with clarity, confidence, and a body you trust again.
JOIN RESTORE NOW FOR INSTANT ACCESS TO LESSONS AND EXERCISES!!  
https://pelvic-floor-core-more.passion.io/checkout/86181d29-9811-4a33-80df-a82de21fa8fe
Or 
💎 Learn More About RESTORE below, my 12-week program that walks you step by step through pelvic floor and core healing — so you can stop leaking, reduce prolapse symptoms, and feel strong again.
 https://balancedmomtality.com/restore 
💖 Or Want Personalized 1:1 Coaching and Support?
Book a virtual or in-person women’s health coaching/pelvic floor physical therapy session tailored to YOU. 📧 Email: PTDes@balancedmomtality.com
✨ Next Steps:
📲 Download the Pelvic Floor, Core & More App →  for guided breathwork, mobility, and strength progressions you can do at home.
- Download PCM App iTunes: https://apps.apple.com/us/app/pelvic-floor-core-more/id6740750561 
- Download PCM App Google Play:
https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=com.pqw8e051gua.pmh8skrtsapp&pcampaignid=web_share
Or Access Inside the web Browser: https://pelvic-floor-core-more.passion.io/ 
🎧 Don’t forget to subscribe to Pelvic Floor, Core & More so you never miss an empowering episode about pelvic floor health, core strength, and whole-body healing.
 
👉 If this episode resonated with you, share it with a mom friend who needs to hear that healing is possible. And don’t forget to subscribe so you never miss an empowering conversation about pelvic health, core strength, and whole-body healing.
🌿 Join the Momtality Community:
👯‍♀️ Free Facebook Group: Balanced Momtality Wellness + Support 💌 Get on the VIP list: https://newsletter.balancedmomtality.com/
💬 Stay Connected:
IG: @the_balanced_momtality FB: @thebalancedmomtality Web: www.balancedmomtality.com
🎧 Share the love:
Found this powerful? Send it to a mama who’s ready to rise — and don’t forget to leave a 5-star review!
💖 Prefer 1:1 or Hybrid Support?
Let’s build a plan just for you. Email PTDes@balancedmomtality.com
Keywords: prolapse support, posture and pelvic floor, breathwork for leaking, body awareness practice, pelvic floor app, somatic healing women, core healing, postpartum, pregnancy, postpartum recovery, grounding, nervous system healing, regulation for moms, pregnancy fitness, prenatal workout, safe exercise during pregnancy, pelvic floor health pregnancy, core exercises pregnancy, prepare for birth, prenatal exercise tips, pregnancy workout modifications, shoulder mobility pelvic floor, pelvic floor dysfunction tight hips,

166- When Intimacy Hurts // Understanding Pain with Intercourse (Dyspareunia) & Why It’s Not Just In Your Head

Is sex painful for you — and you’re tired of being told “it’s just stress,” “you need to relax,” or “it’s normal after kids”?
You're not alone — and more importantly, you’re not broken.
In this powerful kickoff to our February podcast series on intimacy, pain, and pleasure, Dr. Des dives deep into the real reasons women experience pain with sex and why it’s often misunderstood, dismissed, or misdiagnosed.
We explore the physical, emotional, and nervous system roots of pain — from pelvic floor tension to past trauma — and what your body is actually trying to tell you when intimacy doesn't feel good.
Whether you’re postpartum, navigating stress, dealing with prolapse, or just feeling disconnected from your body, this episode will help you feel seen and give you the first steps toward reclaiming safe, confident pleasure again.
💡 What You’ll Learn:
Common symptoms and sensations of painful sex (and why you’re not imagining it)
The pelvic floor’s surprising connection to stress and trauma
Physical causes like overactivity, scar tissue, and dryness
How mental load and nervous system dysregulation contribute to shutdown and pain
Why “just doing kegels” or pushing through is NOT the answer
A sneak peek at Dr. Des’ Pain to Pleasure Framework and what to expect in future episodesAccess for FREE inside the App (or web browser here): https://pelvic-floor-core-more.passion.io/ 
 
🌀 Ready to feel stronger, more confident, and in tune with your body?
If you’re done guessing and googling… If you’re ready to stop modifying your workouts out of fear… If you’re ready to move, lift, run, and LIVE without leaking, pain, or pressure...
Then it’s time for RESTORE — my 12-week signature pelvic floor & core rehab program Evidence-based. Nervous system-informed. Holistically healing.
Inside RESTORE you’ll get: ✔️ 12 weeks of progressive breathwork, mobility & strength ✔️ 5- and 20-minute workouts to fit your life ✔️ Deep pelvic floor education (with zero fluff) ✔️ Real-life tools to reduce pain, improve leaks, and feel like YOU again ✔️ Access to our private community and support
Inside RESTORE, we cover:
Breathwork + pelvic floor connection
Mobility + posture
Nervous system regulation
Core control + strength building
Real-life application to everyday movement
And how to stop leaking, rushing to the bathroom, or feeling disconnected from your core
You’ll walk away from RESTORE with clarity, confidence, and a body you trust again.
JOIN RESTORE NOW FOR INSTANT ACCESS TO LESSONS AND EXERCISES!!  
https://pelvic-floor-core-more.passion.io/checkout/86181d29-9811-4a33-80df-a82de21fa8fe
Or 
💎 Learn More About RESTORE below, my 12-week program that walks you step by step through pelvic floor and core healing — so you can stop leaking, reduce prolapse symptoms, and feel strong again.
 https://balancedmomtality.com/restore 
💖 Or Want Personalized 1:1 Coaching and Support?
Book a virtual or in-person women’s health coaching/pelvic floor physical therapy session tailored to YOU. 📧 Email: PTDes@balancedmomtality.com
✨ Next Steps:
📲 Download the Pelvic Floor, Core & More App →  for guided breathwork, mobility, and strength progressions you can do at home.
- Download PCM App iTunes: https://apps.apple.com/us/app/pelvic-floor-core-more/id6740750561 
- Download PCM App Google Play:
https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=com.pqw8e051gua.pmh8skrtsapp&pcampaignid=web_share
Or Access Inside the web Browser: https://pelvic-floor-core-more.passion.io/ 
🎧 Don’t forget to subscribe to Pelvic Floor, Core & More so you never miss an empowering episode about pelvic floor health, core strength, and whole-body healing.
 
👉 If this episode resonated with you, share it with a mom friend who needs to hear that healing is possible. And don’t forget to subscribe so you never miss an empowering conversation about pelvic health, core strength, and whole-body healing.
🌿 Join the Momtality Community:
👯‍♀️ Free Facebook Group: Balanced Momtality Wellness + Support 💌 Get on the VIP list: https://newsletter.balancedmomtality.com/
💬 Stay Connected:
IG: @the_balanced_momtality FB: @thebalancedmomtality Web: www.balancedmomtality.com
🎧 Share the love:
Found this powerful? Send it to a mama who’s ready to rise — and don’t forget to leave a 5-star review!
💖 Prefer 1:1 or Hybrid Support?
Let’s build a plan just for you. Email PTDes@balancedmomtality.com
Keywords: prolapse support, posture and pelvic floor, breathwork for leaking, body awareness practice, pelvic floor app, somatic healing women, core healing, postpartum, pregnancy, postpartum recovery, grounding, nervous system healing, regulation for moms, pregnancy fitness, prenatal workout, safe exercise during pregnancy, pelvic floor health pregnancy, core exercises pregnancy, prepare for birth, prenatal exercise tips, pregnancy workout modifications, shoulder mobility pelvic floor, pelvic floor dysfunction tight hips,  dyspareunia, pain with sex

165- Sweat, Soothe, Strengthen // How Sauna Supports Women’s Health & Healing

Ever thought of a sauna as more than just a luxury? In today’s episode, we’re diving into the surprising science and benefits of sauna use — especially for women navigating pelvic floor issues, postpartum recovery, chronic stress, or hormonal imbalances.
Whether you're dealing with pelvic pain, burnout, or just looking to support your healing journey, the sauna might be the missing piece to help you reset and restore — from the inside out.
We’ll explore:
🔥 The science of sauna for healing, not just sweating
💗 How heat impacts circulation, pain, hormones & the pelvic floor
🧘‍♀️ Why sauna can regulate your nervous system & boost recovery
🌿 Tips for using sauna safely (especially postpartum)
🔗 How this fits into the full-body approach I teach in RESTORE
Sauna is not a magic fix — but it’s a powerful support tool in your toolbox for rebuilding strength, reconnecting with your body, and regulating your nervous system.
If you're looking for a holistic path that blends movement, breathwork, education and empowerment — check out my signature program RESTORE now open for enrollment at its new elevated price ($997), with early bird bonuses and payment plans available.
✨ Your body is asking for more than just reps — it’s asking to feel safe, seen, and strong again.
 
🌿 If you’re experiencing:
Leaking, prolapse, heaviness, or pressure
Pain with sex, core weakness, or back/hip pain
Disconnection from your body or breath
Or simply feel stuck + don’t know what to do next...
Then this episode — and this program — was made for you.
 
🌀 Ready to feel stronger, more confident, and in tune with your body?
If you’re done guessing and googling… If you’re ready to stop modifying your workouts out of fear… If you’re ready to move, lift, run, and LIVE without leaking, pain, or pressure...
Then it’s time for RESTORE — my 12-week signature pelvic floor & core rehab program Evidence-based. Nervous system-informed. Holistically healing.
Inside RESTORE you’ll get: ✔️ 12 weeks of progressive breathwork, mobility & strength ✔️ 5- and 20-minute workouts to fit your life ✔️ Deep pelvic floor education (with zero fluff) ✔️ Real-life tools to reduce pain, improve leaks, and feel like YOU again ✔️ Access to our private community and support
Inside RESTORE, we cover:
Breathwork + pelvic floor connection
Mobility + posture
Nervous system regulation
Core control + strength building
Real-life application to everyday movement
And how to stop leaking, rushing to the bathroom, or feeling disconnected from your core
You’ll walk away from RESTORE with clarity, confidence, and a body you trust again.
JOIN RESTORE NOW FOR INSTANT ACCESS TO LESSONS AND EXERCISES!!  
https://pelvic-floor-core-more.passion.io/checkout/86181d29-9811-4a33-80df-a82de21fa8fe
Or 
💎 Learn More About RESTORE below, my 12-week program that walks you step by step through pelvic floor and core healing — so you can stop leaking, reduce prolapse symptoms, and feel strong again.
 https://balancedmomtality.com/restore 
💖 Or Want Personalized 1:1 Coaching and Support?
Book a virtual or in-person women’s health coaching/pelvic floor physical therapy session tailored to YOU. 📧 Email: PTDes@balancedmomtality.com
✨ Next Steps:
📲 Download the Pelvic Floor, Core & More App →  for guided breathwork, mobility, and strength progressions you can do at home.
- Download PCM App iTunes: https://apps.apple.com/us/app/pelvic-floor-core-more/id6740750561 
- Download PCM App Google Play:
https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=com.pqw8e051gua.pmh8skrtsapp&pcampaignid=web_share
 
🎧 Don’t forget to subscribe to Pelvic Floor, Core & More so you never miss an empowering episode about pelvic floor health, core strength, and whole-body healing.
 
👉 If this episode resonated with you, share it with a mom friend who needs to hear that healing is possible. And don’t forget to subscribe so you never miss an empowering conversation about pelvic health, core strength, and whole-body healing.
🌿 Join the Momtality Community:
👯‍♀️ Free Facebook Group: Balanced Momtality Wellness + Support 💌 Get on the VIP list: https://newsletter.balancedmomtality.com/
💬 Stay Connected:
IG: @the_balanced_momtality FB: @thebalancedmomtality Web: www.balancedmomtality.com
🎧 Share the love:
Found this powerful? Send it to a mama who’s ready to rise — and don’t forget to leave a 5-star review!
💖 Prefer 1:1 or Hybrid Support?
Let’s build a plan just for you. Email PTDes@balancedmomtality.com
Keywords: prolapse support, posture and pelvic floor, breathwork for leaking, body awareness practice, pelvic floor app, somatic healing women, core healing, postpartum, pregnancy, postpartum recovery, grounding, nervous system healing, regulation for moms, pregnancy fitness, prenatal workout, safe exercise during pregnancy, pelvic floor health pregnancy, core exercises pregnancy, prepare for birth, prenatal exercise tips, pregnancy workout modifications, shoulder mobility pelvic floor, pelvic floor dysfunction tight hips, 

164- The 3 Things Most Women Skip In Their Pelvic Floor Healing Journey That Are Crucial to Stop Leaking and Pain and Truly Strengthen

Are you doing “all the right things” — working out, lifting weights, moving your body — but still dealing with symptoms like leaking, core weakness, pain, or just feeling off?
This week’s episode is for you.
We’re diving into the difference between just exercising and true healing — and why so many women feel stuck in their bodies even when they’re being “consistent” with their workouts.
 
✨ Inside this episode:
The #1 reason your workouts might not be helping (yet)
The 3 things most women skip in their healing journey
The hidden power of breath, body awareness, and nervous system regulation
How to start feeling strong, pain-free, and confident — without pushing harder
 
Whether you’re postpartum, managing prolapse, dealing with chronic tension, or simply feeling out of sync with your body — this episode will help you see movement in a whole new way.
 
💫 Want to go deeper?
RESTORE is officially open at its new full capacity — with more value, more support, and all the tools you need to rebuild your pelvic floor, core and strength from the inside out.
 
RESTORE is not a kegel challenge. It’s a 12-week pelvic power program for the woman who’s ready to feel rooted, resilient, and radiant in her body again — without burning out or second-guessing herself.
 
→ Join now and get special early bird bonuses (payment plans + coaching extras!)
→ Learn more below or click here & enroll: https://balancedmomtality.com/restore
 
💬 Have a question about this episode or RESTORE?
Come join the conversation inside the Pelvic Floor, Core & More App community! Or reply to this email and I’ll personally get back to you.
 
Let’s restore your strength, your confidence, and your connection to yourself — for good.
 
~ XO,
Dr. Des
🌿 If you’re experiencing:
Leaking, prolapse, heaviness, or pressure
Pain with sex, core weakness, or back/hip pain
Disconnection from your body or breath
Or simply feel stuck + don’t know what to do next...
Then this episode — and this program — was made for you.
 
🌀 Ready to feel stronger, more confident, and in tune with your body?
If you’re done guessing and googling… If you’re ready to stop modifying your workouts out of fear… If you’re ready to move, lift, run, and LIVE without leaking, pain, or pressure...
Then it’s time for RESTORE — my 12-week signature pelvic floor & core rehab program Evidence-based. Nervous system-informed. Holistically healing.
Inside RESTORE you’ll get: ✔️ 12 weeks of progressive breathwork, mobility & strength ✔️ 5- and 20-minute workouts to fit your life ✔️ Deep pelvic floor education (with zero fluff) ✔️ Real-life tools to reduce pain, improve leaks, and feel like YOU again ✔️ Access to our private community and support
Inside RESTORE, we cover:
Breathwork + pelvic floor connection
Mobility + posture
Nervous system regulation
Core control + strength building
Real-life application to everyday movement
And how to stop leaking, rushing to the bathroom, or feeling disconnected from your core
You’ll walk away from RESTORE with clarity, confidence, and a body you trust again.
JOIN RESTORE NOW FOR INSTANT ACCESS TO LESSONS AND EXERCISES!!  
 
Or 
💎 Learn More About RESTORE below, my 12-week program that walks you step by step through pelvic floor and core healing — so you can stop leaking, reduce prolapse symptoms, and feel strong again.
 https://balancedmomtality.com/restore 
💖 Or Want Personalized 1:1 Coaching and Support?
Book a virtual or in-person women’s health coaching/pelvic floor physical therapy session tailored to YOU. 📧 Email: PTDes@balancedmomtality.com
✨ Next Steps:
📲 Download the Pelvic Floor, Core & More App →  for guided breathwork, mobility, and strength progressions you can do at home.
- Download PCM App iTunes: https://apps.apple.com/us/app/pelvic-floor-core-more/id6740750561 
- Download PCM App Google Play:
https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=com.pqw8e051gua.pmh8skrtsapp&pcampaignid=web_share
 
🎧 Don’t forget to subscribe to Pelvic Floor, Core & More so you never miss an empowering episode about pelvic floor health, core strength, and whole-body healing.
 
👉 If this episode resonated with you, share it with a mom friend who needs to hear that healing is possible. And don’t forget to subscribe so you never miss an empowering conversation about pelvic health, core strength, and whole-body healing.
🌿 Join the Momtality Community:
👯‍♀️ Free Facebook Group: Balanced Momtality Wellness + Support 💌 Get on the VIP list: https://newsletter.balancedmomtality.com/
💬 Stay Connected:
IG: @the_balanced_momtality FB: @thebalancedmomtality Web: www.balancedmomtality.com
🎧 Share the love:
Found this powerful? Send it to a mama who’s ready to rise — and don’t forget to leave a 5-star review!
💖 Prefer 1:1 or Hybrid Support?
Let’s build a plan just for you. Email PTDes@balancedmomtality.com
Keywords: prolapse support, posture and pelvic floor, breathwork for leaking, body awareness practice, pelvic floor app, somatic healing women, core healing, postpartum, pregnancy, postpartum recovery, grounding, nervous system healing, regulation for moms, pregnancy fitness, prenatal workout, safe exercise during pregnancy, pelvic floor health pregnancy, core exercises pregnancy, prepare for birth, prenatal exercise tips, pregnancy workout modifications, shoulder mobility pelvic floor, pelvic floor dysfunction tight hips,  

163- You’re Not Broken — But Something Is Missing // RESTORE- The Empowered Core Is HERE

You’ve done the Kegels. You’ve bought the programs.You’ve tried to rest, and pushed to get strong.But the symptoms? Still there. The pressure, pain, leaking, or just not feeling like you in your body…
It’s easy to think you’re broken.But the truth is — you’re not broken.You’re just missing the full picture.
In this empowering episode, Dr. Des unpacks what’s really going on when healing plateaus — and the common gaps in traditional pelvic floor rehab that leave women stuck, even when they’re doing “everything right.”
Whether you’re postpartum, years into motherhood, or dealing with stress-induced symptoms, this is the conversation that might just flip the switch and help your body finally feel like yours again.
👂 What You’ll Learn:
Why leaking, pain, heaviness or tightness might still linger — even if you’ve seen a PT or done a program
The #1 mistake even smart, motivated women make when it comes to healing their core and pelvic floor
How the nervous system, breath, and strength work together (and what happens when one is skipped)
What your symptoms are really trying to tell you — and how to finally listen
What to do when you're caught between feeling stuck and scared to push forward
💥 Mentioned Inside the Episode:
🌀 RESTORE is now open at the high value rate of $997 — and the first 5 women to enroll get early-bird bonuses (including payment plan options starting as low as $97/mo OR $200 OFF when paid in FULL + a free coaching session with Dr. Des!)
💻 RESTORE is the signature 12-week healing experience inside the Pelvic Floor, Core & More App.It's not just another workout plan — it's a trauma-informed, progressive, total-body rebuild for your nervous system, core, pelvic floor + strength.You’ll get weekly lessons, guided movement (5–20 min), powerful bonus modules, and group support.
👉 Learn more and JOIN  below!
🌿 If you’re experiencing:
Leaking, prolapse, heaviness, or pressure
Pain with sex, core weakness, or back/hip pain
Disconnection from your body or breath
Or simply feel stuck + don’t know what to do next...
Then this episode — and this program — was made for you.
 
🌀 Ready to feel stronger, more confident, and in tune with your body?
If you’re done guessing and googling… If you’re ready to stop modifying your workouts out of fear… If you’re ready to move, lift, run, and LIVE without leaking, pain, or pressure...
Then it’s time for RESTORE — my 12-week signature pelvic floor & core rehab program Evidence-based. Nervous system-informed. Holistically healing.
Inside RESTORE you’ll get: ✔️ 12 weeks of progressive breathwork, mobility & strength ✔️ 5- and 20-minute workouts to fit your life ✔️ Deep pelvic floor education (with zero fluff) ✔️ Real-life tools to reduce pain, improve leaks, and feel like YOU again ✔️ Access to our private community and support
Inside RESTORE, we cover:
Breathwork + pelvic floor connection
Mobility + posture
Nervous system regulation
Core control + strength building
Real-life application to everyday movement
And how to stop leaking, rushing to the bathroom, or feeling disconnected from your core
You’ll walk away from RESTORE with clarity, confidence, and a body you trust again.
JOIN RESTORE NOW FOR INSTANT ACCESS TO LESSONS AND EXERCISES!!  
https://pelvic-floor-core-more.passion.io/checkout/86181d29-9811-4a33-80df-a82de21fa8fe
Or 
💎 Learn More About RESTORE below, my 12-week program that walks you step by step through pelvic floor and core healing — so you can stop leaking, reduce prolapse symptoms, and feel strong again.
 https://balancedmomtality.com/restore 
💖 Or Want Personalized 1:1 Coaching and Support?
Book a virtual or in-person women’s health coaching/pelvic floor physical therapy session tailored to YOU. 📧 Email: PTDes@balancedmomtality.com
✨ Next Steps:
📲 Download the Pelvic Floor, Core & More App →  for guided breathwork, mobility, and strength progressions you can do at home.
- Download PCM App iTunes: https://apps.apple.com/us/app/pelvic-floor-core-more/id6740750561 
- Download PCM App Google Play:
https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=com.pqw8e051gua.pmh8skrtsapp&pcampaignid=web_share
 
🎧 Don’t forget to subscribe to Pelvic Floor, Core & More so you never miss an empowering episode about pelvic floor health, core strength, and whole-body healing.
 
👉 If this episode resonated with you, share it with a mom friend who needs to hear that healing is possible. And don’t forget to subscribe so you never miss an empowering conversation about pelvic health, core strength, and whole-body healing.
🌿 Join the Momtality Community:
👯‍♀️ Free Facebook Group: Balanced Momtality Wellness + Support 💌 Get on the VIP list: https://newsletter.balancedmomtality.com/
💬 Stay Connected:
IG: @the_balanced_momtality FB: @thebalancedmomtality Web: www.balancedmomtality.com
🎧 Share the love:
Found this powerful? Send it to a mama who’s ready to rise — and don’t forget to leave a 5-star review!
💖 Prefer 1:1 or Hybrid Support?
Let’s build a plan just for you. Email PTDes@balancedmomtality.com
Keywords: prolapse support, posture and pelvic floor, breathwork for leaking, body awareness practice, pelvic floor app, somatic healing women, core healing, postpartum, pregnancy, postpartum recovery, grounding, nervous system healing, regulation for moms, pregnancy fitness, prenatal workout, safe exercise during pregnancy, pelvic floor health pregnancy, core exercises pregnancy, prepare for birth, prenatal exercise tips, pregnancy workout modifications, shoulder mobility pelvic floor, pelvic floor dysfunction tight hips,  pelvic floor and shoulder connection, shoulder pain, shoulder impingement