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This chapter explores the link between trauma, stress, and pelvic health, shedding light on the significance of the pelvic floor. It offers practical advice for yoga instructors on how to help students manage pelvic floor tensions through contraction and release techniques.

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Mother’s day just passed and I thought this would be the perfect time to talk about something a lot of women deal with, especially after having kids: pelvic floor dysfunction. I invited Dr. Brianne Grogan, Physical Therapist and Pelvic Care Expert, to talk about the intricate relationship between trauma, stress, and pelvic floor health. I loved this conversation with Dr. Bri because she not only delves into practical techniques for pelvic floor release, sharing insights on effective cues for yoga teachers to enhance awareness and how to reconnect with the pelvic floor, but she also emphasizes the importance of understanding the pelvic area as a site of emotional storage and energetic power.

Listen in as we explore how:

🔹The pelvic floor muscles are among the first to respond to stress.

🔹Emotions can be stored in various parts of the body, not just the hips.

🔹The gut-brain connection plays a significant role in emotional health.

🔹Fascia connects the pelvic floor to the diaphragm and hips.

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GUEST EXPERT: Dr. Brianne Grogan | @vibrantpelvichealth

Dr. Brianne Grogan graduated from Pacific University in Forest Grove, Oregon, in 2006 with a Doctor of Physical Therapy degree. Inspired by her own pregnancy and postpartum experiences, she specialized in pelvic health. With over 500,000 YouTube subscribers, courses on DailyOM, and 5-star-reviewed programs loved by thousands of women, Dr. Bri is a leading voice in the field of whole-person pelvic care. She is known for her down-to-earth, compassionate approach and for making mind-body healing and pelvic wellness fun and accessible.

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