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WHEN IT COMES TO PELVIC HEALTH, WE ARE DEDICATED TO HELPING YOU KNOW ‘WHAT’S UP’ WITH YOUR ‘DOWN THERE.’
We know that there is stigma and shame around many of the symptoms that are caused by pelvic floor issues, and that there is a good chance that you have previously been told that whatever you are experiencing is “normal,” “part of getting older” or “just how your body is during pregnancy and after childbirth.”
We believe that just because something may be common does not mean it is normal, which is why we dedicated this space to the rarely talked about, often taken for granted and wildly misunderstood foundation of a healthy life… YOUR PELVIC FLOOR.
Why Settle for a She Shed When You Deserve a Girl Palace?
She sheds were a fun trend, but women deserve more. Discover why your pelvic health deserves a “girl palace” — expansive, customized, concierge care that goes beyond quick fixes. Health Elevated helps women reclaim space, confidence, and whole-body wellness.
How a Pelvic Floor Therapist Can Be Part of Your IBS Journey
Living with IBS often means dealing with constipation, bloating, and stress. A pelvic floor therapist can be an essential part of your care team—helping your muscles and gut work together for better relief and control. Learn how pelvic floor therapy supports your IBS journey.
The Connection Between Ehlers-Danlos Syndrome (EDS) and Pelvic Floor Dysfunction
Many people with Ehlers-Danlos Syndrome (EDS) or hypermobility don’t realize how much their “bendy” joints impact their pelvic floor health. What starts as flexibility in childhood can shift into stiffness, pain, and pelvic floor dysfunction in adulthood. In this post, I share the connection between hypermobility and pelvic floor issues, common patterns I see in my clinic, and why I’m excited to now be listed in the EDS Healthcare Professionals Directory to help more clients in Southwest Michigan find the support they need.
Postpartum Healing Doesn’t Start at 6 Weeks — It Starts Now
Postpartum healing starts before the 6-week check. Learn gentle ways to support your pelvic floor, core, and prevent diastasis recti early.
The Hidden Hero of Pregnancy: Why Pelvic Floor Therapy Should Be Part of Your Prenatal Care
Discover how pelvic floor therapy just may hold the solution to common pregnancy woes.
The Top 10 Therapist-Approved Menstrual Apps and Wearables for Tracking Your Cycle
Learn our list of 10, therapist-approved, online period trackers.
Hormone Therapy: What You Need to Know
Learn the lesser-known risks of hormone replacement therapy.
Why Sleep Has Been So Evasive: Examining the Link Between Menopause and Sleep Cycles
Tired, but can’t sleep? Menopause may be the culprit. Learn the connection between sleep and menopause and what you can do.
How Menopause Impacts Your Mood
From hot flashes and sleep problems to irritability and even anxiety, menopause can wreck havoc on your mood. Learn how pelvic therapy can help.
What's Going on with My Bladder? Understanding Incontinence and How Pelvic Floor Therapy Can Help
Having an overactive bladder is frustrating. Learn what urinary incontinence really is and how pelvic floor therapy can help.
4 Clear Signs It's Time to See a Pelvic Floor Therapist
Learn the signs its time to visit a Pelvic Floor Occupational Therapist.
Don’t let perimenopause ruin your (sex) life.
Don’t let perimenopause ruin your (sex) life
Tips for Better Bladder Health
It’s been years since you had your last baby, but you’re still dashing to the bathroom endless times per day…
How to Stop Hot Flashes Fast With Pelvic Health Therapy
We're all familiar with hot flashes, and when you're experiencing one, your mind is likely searching for how to get rid of hot flashes fast. To do that, however, we must first understand what happens in our bodies when a hot flash occurs.