Have you ever felt like you’re doing everything *right* for your health, but…somehow things still feel off?

In today’s conversation, we’re unpacking something we see all the time in our clinics (and have experienced ourselves): when healing efforts quietly turn into hypervigilance.

Instead of helping the body feel safe and supported, constant monitoring, overthinking, and trying to do it all “perfectly”, can actually keep symptoms lingering longer than they need to. Even using helpful strategies can quickly become unhelpful (which leads to even more frustration and overwhelm).

If you’ve been feeling stuck, discouraged, or like your day revolves around managing symptoms, this episode is your reminder: your body isn’t fragile - it’s incredibly capable.

Sometimes, the most POWERFUL shift isn’t adding more. It’s loosening your grip, creating space, and learning to trust your body again!

Episode Recap:

• What hypervigilance in health really means
• Why helpful strategies can become unhelpful when they turn obsessive or fear-driven
• The crucial role your nervous system plays
• Realizing that more effort ≠ faster healing
• Why this pattern is often driven by subconscious fears
• Key signs to watch for
• Shifting your body from control → trust
• Small shifts that can truly help to break this cycle
• Why healing your body isn’t about perfection

**Disclaimer: The information shared in this podcast is NOT meant to be taken as individual or medical advice. These conversations are for educational purposes only. Please seek the advice of your physician or healthcare provider regarding any medical condition or treatment.

Links/Resources:

• Ep. 42 | The Brain-Body Connection: Understanding Neuroplasticity & Pain Reprocessing Therapy for Pelvic Health (Part 1 with Paige Genova)
• Ep. 43 | Pelvicology 101: The 6-Stage Framework for Rewiring Pain and Restoring Trust in the Body (Part 2 with Paige Genova)
• Follow on Instagram @the.pelvis.project
• Follow Megan on Instagram @kansaspelvichealth
• Follow Roxi on Instagram @goodlifepelvichealth
• Check out Megan's website
• Check out Roxi's website

We’ve got a fun Q&A episode today, answering some of the MOST common pelvic health questions we hear!

From struggling with leaking after having kids, to painful sex, kegels, and more, these are the kinds of questions that sooo many people have, but don’t always feel comfortable asking.

Whether you’re currently dealing with symptoms, or just thinking ahead (especially if you’re planning for pregnancy - super smart btw!), being proactive with your pelvic health can make a HUGE difference.

Don’t wait until something feels “bad enough” to get support - you deserve to feel confident and empowered when it comes to your health and well-being!

Episode Recap:

• Why leaking after kids may be common (but not “normal”)
• Why pain with sex is never something you should just “live with”
• Doing pelvic floor therapy vs. only doing kegels on your own
• Why paying attention to your symptoms & getting support is important, even if everything looks “normal”
• Preparing your pelvic floor before pregnancy so you have a smoother experience before, during & into postpartum

**Disclaimer: The information shared in this podcast is NOT meant to be taken as individual or medical advice. These conversations are for educational purposes only. Please seek the advice of your physician or healthcare provider regarding any medical condition or treatment.

Links/Resources:

• Follow on Instagram @the.pelvis.project
• Follow Megan on Instagram @kansaspelvichealth
• Follow Roxi on Instagram @goodlifepelvichealth
• Check out Megan's website
• Check out Roxi's website

Constipation in kids is SO common.

But…if you’re a parent, you know just how quickly things can go off track. Sometimes, all it takes is one painful bowel movement to create fear around pooping. From there, a frustrating cycle can begin.

In today’s conversation, we’re diving into constipation in kids. There are plenty of signs to look for, causes for why this is happening, and what real solutions can look like for parents and families.

While many people are told this is “normal” or something kids will grow out of, the truth is, there’s a LOT we can do to support healthy bowel habits early on!

If constipation is ongoing, painful, or impacting your child’s daily life, it may be time to bring in support. Pelvic floor therapy can help kids learn how to properly relax + coordinate their muscles, improve toileting posture, AND build confidence in their bodies again.

Yes, constipation is very common, and thankfully, very treatable with the right support and plan!

Episode Recap:

• Signs of chronic constipation in kids
• Why pooping requires coordination (especially from the pelvic floor)
• How painful BMs can happen over time
• Why many kids actively withhold stool + subtle signs to watch for
• Why withholding can worsen the cycle + lead to accidents and encopresis
• Simple strategies that can actually help your child/ren
• The power of staying neutral, supportive & seeking professional help when needed

**Disclaimer: The information shared in this podcast is NOT meant to be taken as individual or medical advice. These conversations are for educational purposes only. Please seek the advice of your physician or healthcare provider regarding any medical condition or treatment.

Links/Resources:

• Ep. 6 | Unlocking Relief: How Pelvic Floor Therapy Can Improve Constipation
• Ep 39 | Pooping Shouldn’t be a Struggle: Addressing Bowel Health and Constipation with Pelvic Floor Therapy
• Follow on Instagram @the.pelvis.project
• Follow Megan on Instagram @kansaspelvichealth
• Follow Roxi on Instagram @goodlifepelvichealth
• Check out Megan's website
• Check out Roxi's website

March is Endometriosis Awareness Month, and this is a topic that’s incredibly important to us as pelvic health therapists!

Endometriosis affects 1 in 10 women worldwide, yet the average time to diagnosis is still 7–10 years. That delay often leaves women feeling dismissed, confused, and questioning their own experiences when painful symptoms are brushed off as “normal.”

In reality, endometriosis is far more complex than many people realize, and it deserves MUCH more awareness and support!

Endometriosis care works best when it’s multidisciplinary and whole-body focused. A supportive care team (including pelvic health therapists like ourselves), can help address underlying inflammation and chronic pain patterns.

If you’ve ever wondered whether painful periods are normal, what endometriosis symptoms look like, or how endometriosis is diagnosed and treated, we hope this episode brought you value and insight as you advocate for your health!

Episode Recap:

• Key endometriosis stats + how long the typical diagnosis takes
• Why endometriosis is more than a reproductive condition + can affect many areas of the body
• Why symptoms go far beyond painful periods
• Understanding that pain that disrupts your life is NOT normal
• Why disease stage doesn’t equal symptom severity.
• Reasons why endometriosis diagnosis is often delayed
• Why specialized surgery is the gold standard
• How pelvic health PT and OT can help manage symptoms
• Why endometriosis care NEEDS to be multidisciplinary
• Continuing to advocate for your health & seek providers who will support you

**Disclaimer: The information shared in this podcast is NOT meant to be taken as individual or medical advice. These conversations are for educational purposes only. Please seek the advice of your physician or healthcare provider regarding any medical condition or treatment.

Links/Resources:

• Ep. 42 | The Brain-Body Connection: Understanding Neuroplasticity & Pain Reprocessing Therapy for Pelvic Health (Part 1 with Paige Genova)
• Ep. 43 | Pelvicology 101: The 6-Stage Framework for Rewiring Pain and Restoring Trust in the Body (Part 2 with Paige Genova)
• Follow on Instagram @the.pelvis.project
• Follow Megan on Instagram @kansaspelvichealth
• Follow Roxi on Instagram @goodlifepelvichealth
• Check out Megan's website
• Check out Roxi's website

In today’s episode, we’re diving into a tool we both use in our clinics that more nursing moms deserve to know about: therapeutic ultrasound for clogged ducts and mastitis.

According to the Academy of Breastfeeding Medicine’s Clinical Protocol #36 (revised in 2022), therapeutic ultrasound may be an effective treatment for conditions within the mastitis spectrum. When used early (and really at the first sign of a clogged duct) this modality can make a HUGE difference!

During mastitis, ultrasound helps shift the environment in the tissue by decreasing inflammatory processes and supporting the body’s natural healing response. The earlier we intervene, the better the outcome tends to be.

We also talk through practical do’s and don’ts if you’re dealing with a clogged duct (some may surprise you). As always, we want you to know that there are supportive, evidence-informed tools available. You don’t have to just “power through” this alone!

Whether you’re a mom navigating your breastfeeding journey, or a provider wanting to better support your patients, we hope this episode feels both enlightening AND empowering!

Episode Recap:

• What therapeutic ultrasound is + how it differs from diagnostic imaging
• Why the Academy of Breastfeeding Medicine recognizes therapeutic ultrasound as an effective treatment option
• How early treatment of clogged ducts can prevent progression to mastitis
• What’s physiologically happening during a clogged duct + how inflammation can quickly escalate if not addressed
• How therapeutic ultrasound supports the body’s natural healing response + helps restore proper milk flow
• The importance of a whole-body, team-based approach during this time
• Practical do’s & don’ts for managing clogged ducts at home

**Disclaimer: The information shared in this podcast is NOT meant to be taken as individual or medical advice. These conversations are for educational purposes only. Please seek the advice of your physician or healthcare provider regarding any medical condition or treatment.

Links/Resources:

• Follow on Instagram @the.pelvis.project
• Follow Megan on Instagram @kansaspelvichealth
• Follow Roxi on Instagram @goodlifepelvichealth
• Check out Megan's website
• Check out Roxi's website

We’re honored to welcome Sara Skiles to the podcast today!

Sara Skiles, CD, CPSC is the owner and Family Care Coordinator at Wichita Doula, and also a certified doula, pediatric sleep consultant, and childbirth educator. Sara is the mother of two teen sons and has extensive training, skills and personal experience in breastfeeding, birth options, comfort techniques, and all facets of infant care and sleep. She holds current certifications in doula work, pediatric sleep, advanced newborn care, childbirth education, and other related skills.

Sara is proud of her past work in overcoming perinatal anxiety/OCD and depression. One of her biggest passions is helping other new parents get the education, practical help, & the resources they need to have positive postpartum experiences.

In today’s conversation, Sara shares how her own supported birth experience with a doula and midwife changed the trajectory of her life. This ultimately led her into doula work, and eventually, postpartum and sleep support. As she honestly shares “there’s no epidural for the six weeks after birth!”

We also dive into what a doula actually does, what postpartum care looks like, the sleep support Sara provides her clients as a pediatric sleep consultant, how babies can learn to put themselves to sleep in a respectful & holistic way, and more.

If you’re preparing for birth, navigating postpartum, or simply wondering if better sleep is possible, this episode with Sara will leave you feeling informed, supported, AND encouraged!

In today’s episode, we’re covering:

• Sara’s journey into doula work + why her own birth experience changed everything
• The real role of a doula + how they support labor at every stage
• Why having a consistent advocate in the delivery room matters
• What personalized postpartum care actually looks like
• How doulas collaborate with medical teams to keep communication clear & mom’s voice heard
• Why early postpartum support can drastically impact a mom’s mental health & overall family wellbeing
• Sara’s holistic, customized approach to pediatric sleep support
• What’s really happening during the 4-month sleep regression
• Practical sleep foundations you can implement from day one
• Realistic timelines for sleep progress + why improving baby sleep benefits the entire family

**Disclaimer: The information shared in this podcast is NOT meant to be taken as individual or medical advice. These conversations are for educational purposes only. Please seek the advice of your physician or healthcare provider regarding any medical condition or treatment.

Links/Resources:

• Follow Sara on Instagram @wichitadoula and @thebabyisasleep
• Check out Sara's website for doula support
• Check out Sara's website for sleep support
• Connect with Sara on Facebook
• Follow on Instagram @the.pelvis.project
• Follow Megan on Instagram @kansaspelvichealth
• Follow Roxi on Instagram @goodlifepelvichealth
• Check out Megan's website
• Check out Roxi's website

Pelvic health is one of those topics that everyone has heard about, but very few people truly understand.

In today’s episode, we’re going back to the pelvic floor basics. We’re breaking down what the pelvic floor actually is, what it does, and why it’s so much more than the dysfunction-based conversations most people are hearing!

Our goal is to help you feel informed, empowered, and supported - not scared or confused.

While you can’t *see* your pelvic floor muscles, they’re doing a LOT in your everyday life (for both women AND men).

If there’s one key takeaway from this episode, it’s this: your pelvic floor is a dynamic, adaptable muscle system - not a problem to ignore, or a muscle to endlessly overwork. True pelvic health goes FAR beyond kegels!

Pelvic health is never one-size-fits-all, and meaningful progress takes time. With the right input and individualized care, real healing is absolutely possible!

Episode Recap:

• Why pelvic health is so much more than dysfunction
• What the pelvic floor really is + how they can become overworked like any other system
• Understanding that BOTH men & women have pelvic floors with crucial roles
• 6 key functions of the pelvic floor
• Why pelvic floor challenges aren’t always about weakness
• How breathing and pressure management are closely connected to the pelvic floor’s function
• Why symptoms like leaking, urgency & pain are common, but NOT normal
• Why pelvic health is individualized and goes FAR beyond kegels

**Disclaimer: The information shared in this podcast is NOT meant to be taken as individual or medical advice. These conversations are for educational purposes only. Please seek the advice of your physician or healthcare provider regarding any medical condition or treatment.

Links/Resources:

• Ep. 3 | Pelvic Health 101: Optimizing Your Pelvic Floor & Beyond to Live Your Best Life
• Follow on Instagram @the.pelvis.project
• Follow Megan on Instagram @kansaspelvichealth
• Follow Roxi on Instagram @goodlifepelvichealth
• Check out Megan's website
• Check out Roxi's website

In today’s episode, we’re diving into nervous system regulation, body resilience, and what we can learn from the Norwegian approach to daily life.

Megan has been exploring the Scandinavian way of living (the Norwegian concept friluftsliv translates to “open air life”). Getting fresh air outside is prioritized (regardless of weather), and discomfort isn’t avoided, but embraced!

The simple practices they utilize support calmer, more regulated nervous systems, and stronger, more resilient bodies over time.

One of the biggest takeaways here? Growth and regulation don’t happen in comfort. Safe, manageable discomfort helps train resilience - both physically and emotionally. As humans, we often want to avoid discomfort entirely.

But…regulation is built through safe challenges, simpler rhythms, clearer boundaries, and fewer extremes. Calm is not inherited - it’s practiced!

Whether it’s stepping outside for a few minutes, breathing intentionally, or choosing one small habit that supports your health, we want to invite you to rethink wellness, and create rhythms that truly support your pelvic floor and whole-body health!

Episode Recap:

• Why nervous system regulation is a key foundation for pelvic health, resilience & overall wellness
• How daily time outside can act as a powerful nervous system regulator + how this supports pelvic floor synergy
• Why regulation and growth happen through safe & manageable discomfort
• Tapping into nervous system regulation if you want to reap the rewards w/your health
• Simple ways to help reduce nervous system overload
• Why “calm” is a skill that’s trained through consistent & intentional practices
• How small actions can create meaningful change over time

**Disclaimer: The information shared in this podcast is NOT meant to be taken as individual or medical advice. These conversations are for educational purposes only. Please seek the advice of your physician or healthcare provider regarding any medical condition or treatment.

Links/Resources:

• Follow on Instagram @the.pelvis.project
• Follow Megan on Instagram @kansaspelvichealth
• Follow Roxi on Instagram @goodlifepelvichealth
• Check out Megan's website
• Check out Roxi's website