C'mon Mama, stop peeing when you sneeze!

Oh, the sneeze-pee saga – society's not-so-funny joke on womanhood. Ladies, let's get real: if your bladder's throwing you surprise parties every time you sneeze, it's time to RSVP 'no' to that nonsense. Contrary to popular belief and awkward chuckles, this isn't just "one of those things" we have to live with. Nope, it's not the new normal, and yes, we can absolutely fix it! So, let's chuck the stigma out with the bathwater and talk solutions, because our pelvic floors deserve better than an involuntary tinkle tribute every time we're hit with a bit of dust or pollen. Stay tuned, because we're about to dive into how you can laugh, sneeze, and jump without any oops moments.

I am a certified live birth, still birth and postpartum doula and this is one of my favorite topics: ✨ the pelvic floor ✨ In this blog you'll see it as the weak pansy it is - POSTPARTUM of course. Which is exactly what it should be! That means your pelvic floor did absolutely what it was supposed to when it was supposed to. But now its time to strengthen that sucker into the mighty TANK that we need her to be for our day to day lives. 

So ladies, let's talk pelvic floor. What the frick is it? 

Imagine your pelvic floor as the ultimate superhero team 👇🏼down under👇🏼, holding up your organs like they're the world's most precious cargo—which, let's be real, they are. Now picture a tiny human setting up camp in your belly for nine months. That's like having a bowling ball chilling on a trampoline all day, every day. No wonder the pelvic floor muscles might get a bit, well, stretched out of shape!

Pregnancy hormones are like the sidekick that means well but sometimes messes things up. They swoop in to soften your muscles, making it easier for your baby to make their grand entrance, but also leaving your pelvic floor a little less ✨ tight-knit ✨

Then comes the main event: childbirth. It's like your pelvic floor's final exam where it has to stretch to the MAX. And just like cramming all night for a test, sometimes it leads to some wear and tear.

Post-baby, you might find that laughing, sneezing, or jumping on a trampoline (as if you have time for that!) becomes a risky business for leaks, and I mean ALOT of leaks. But don't worry, with some good ol' pelvic floor exercises, you can whip those muscles back into shape. Think of it as training your inner superhero squad to be stronger than ever! I promise, you'll be so surprised at how quickly you FEEL the results, and how many less of your own pee soaked panties you'll be washing alongside your baby's blowouts. 

Step One: break away from the herd (or successfully distract your husband and kids with food and Miss Rachel) for just 5 minutes! I know, most days this seems impossible but if you think about it, there's really nothing YOU can't do. Grab ahold of the reigns and take your self care back mama, you are so worthy of having time to take care of and heal your beautiful body!

Step Two: Low pressure fitness. 

I have done this several times and when I tell you I feel like i just got a full body massage afterword, I mean it. It is easily the most relaxing and refreshing thing i've done in a long time. So what the hoo hay is it?

Low Pressure Fitness is a revolutionary training system that's all about breathing and postural techniques to reduce pressure on the abdominal and pelvic cavities. Think of it as yoga meets Pilates, with a dash of deep breathing exercises that could calm a caffeinated squirrel. This fitness trend is sneaking up on traditional workouts like a ninja in sneakers, targeting the core and pelvic floor muscles without the grunt and sweat of high-impact routines.

Now, let's talk pelvic floor – remember that magical trampoline of muscles that holds your insides, well, inside. Low Pressure Fitness is like a spa day for your pelvic floor, teaching it to be strong yet flexible, ready to take on sudden sneezes or laugh attacks without any "oops" moments. It's not just about avoiding awkward leaks; it's about improving posture, reducing back pain, and enhancing overall body function. So, if you're looking to give your inner corset a little TLC while keeping everything from your bladder to your backbone happy, Low Pressure Fitness might just be your new best friend.

My dear friend Sierra is a physical therapist certified with several specialties, including women's health, meaning she's a wiz at teaching you to stop uncontrollably whizzing...if you know what I mean. She is truly passionate about healing our beautiful bodies in easy, tangible ways that you can do regularly, even when everything else in your life is chaotic. 

Here is a couple of her youtube videos walking you through the miracle healing process and all you need is a few minutes and a place to stand.