How Do Clinicians Assess Pelvic Floor Issues?

Dr. Sara explains pelvic floor evaluation including external checks and intravaginal or rectal exams to assess tightness or weakness.

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**What if someone told you that your vagina was trying to tell you something, but you just didn't know how to listen?**

Join us on this episode of Shameless Sex as we dive into the world of pelvic floor health with the one and only Dr. Sara Reardon, aka The Vagina Whisperer. With hundreds of thousands of followers on social media and a bestselling book, FLOORED: A Woman's Guide to Pelvic Floor Health at Every Age and Stage, Dr. Reardon is here to spill the tea on all things vagina.

**Here's what you can expect to learn from this episode:**

• The fascinating story of how Dr. Reardon became The Vagina Whisperer and dedicated her life to helping people care for their pelvic floors

• What the heck is the pelvic floor, and why is it so crucial for our overall wellbeing?

• The common symptoms of pelvic floor dysfunction and why so many people suffer from it in silence

• What to do when your doctor tells you that your pelvic pain or leakage is "just part of being a woman" (hint: it's not okay, and Dr. Reardon has got your back)

• Dr. Reardon's top tips for taking care of your own pelvic floor, whether you're dealing with issues or not

• How your partner can help you with pelvic floor pain (because, let's be real, they can be part of the solution too)

**By the end of this episode, you'll:**

* Feel empowered to take control of your pelvic floor health and wellbeing

* Understand the importance of listening to your vagina (yes, you read that right)

* Have a newfound appreciation for the incredible work of Dr. Reardon and her mission to educate and support women everywhere

**So, what are you waiting for? Tune in to this episode and get ready to join the conversation about pelvic floor health with Dr. Sara Reardon, The Vagina Whisperer.**

Learn more about Dr. Reardon's work here:

Book: FLOORED: A Woman’s Guide to Pelvic Floor Health at Every Age and Stage

https://thevagwhisperer.com/floored/

Online Workouts for your pelvic floor: 7 days of free workouts

https://thevagwhisperer.com/membership/

Instagram: The Vagina Whisperer

https://www.instagram.com/the.vagina.whisperer/

TikTok: The Vag Whisperer

https://www.tiktok.com/@thevagwhisperer

Youtube:

https://www.youtube.com/@thevaginawhisperer

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