The Tracy Donegan Podcast

Don't Ignore Your Pelvic Floor! - A Conversation with Dr. Sinead DuFour

Episode Summary

In this episode, Dr. Sinead DuFour, a pelvic health physiotherapist, discusses the importance of women's pelvic floor health throughout their reproductive lives. She emphasizes the need for education and awareness about the pelvic floor, especially during pregnancy and postpartum. Dr. DuFour explains the benefits of seeing a pelvic health physiotherapist during pregnancy, even if there are no issues, and highlights the role of virtual visits in providing education and support. She also debunks myths about pelvic floor exercises and emphasizes the importance of individualized pelvic floor muscle training. The conversation also touches on the importance of optimal positions for labor and birth, the role of doulas in supporting women, and the need for self-advocacy in the healthcare system.