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Femina Physical Therapy in the Media
Heather Jeffcoat, DPT and the team at Femina PT are routinely sought out by major online sources, print publications, and broadcast media for our knowledge of all things related to pelvic health. The recognition we have received as leading experts in our field has resulted in appearances on "Loveline with Mike and Dr. Drew" , US News & World Report, Huffington Post, ABC News, Cosmopolitan, Women’s Health, Bustle, "Sex With Emily" with Dr. Emily Morse, and in New York Magazine and Health Magazine, to name but a few. The demand for our expertise is greater than ever as more and more women seek to remedy the issues that we work with on a daily basis.
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Growing up, we all watched the standard puberty video: You know, that video that told us a whole lot of nothing — conversely leaving us with a whole lot of questions? How many times have you glanced down there just out of curiosity? It may be time to grab a mirror and catch up with what’s actually going on with your vagina.
Vulvovaginal anatomy and how it all actually works
First things first, the proper term for what you may call your vagina is really your vulva. The vulva is the exterior part of your genital anatomy whereas your vagina is the tube that connects your vulva and your cervix — or the “neck of the uterus” as Doula and birth educator, Amy Lewis, says. Be aware that no two vulvas look the same. That said, listed below are the anatomical parts of your vulva and vagina that you can familiarize yourself with to help you identify what exactly your normal is.
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The following are some excerpts from an article on Healthline.com which quotes Heather Jeffcoat on a number of topics related to prenatal (and postpartum) joint pain. There is a link to the full article at the bottom.
Relieving joint pain during pregnancy
Joint pain is the worst, especially during pregnancy. But the good news is there are several safe ways to find relief.
Correct postural dysfunctions
Heather Jeffcoat, DPT, owner of Femina Physical Therapy, says there are two places to start:
- correcting postural dysfunction to reduce joint strain
- ensuring adequate flexibility and strength around the affected joints
Read more: Healthline | Parenthood | All About Joint Pain During...
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Wondering How Long After Pregnancy Can You Have Sex?
Your world changes drastically after having a baby. Feeling in the mood for sex may take some time for both you and your partner. And whether you’re dealing with a lack of sleep, hormonal ups and downs, painful recovery, postpartum depression, trouble connecting with your partner, or all of the above, trying to rush an intimate relationship can cause more trouble than its worth.
That’s why it’s important to ease back into this part of your life and educate yourself on what to expect. Here, we go over the recommended wait time, reasons why you might be experiencing painful sex, why it’s normal to not want to have sex right away, and tips for when you are ready.
Read more: Verywell Family | How Long After Pregnancy Can You Have Sex?
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Healthline reached out to Heather Jeffcoat for her advice on cycling when you are pregnant. Read on for Heather's expert advice.
Outdoor cycling safety
Taking your cycling to the street or trails is a bit more dicey than exercising indoors. That’s because there are variables you can’t control.
Physical therapist Heather Jeffcoat, DPT, agrees.
The biggest risk with cycling outdoors is the risk of falling, leading to abdominal trauma,” she says. That’s why she advises her patients to stop cycling after their first trimester.
Read more: Healthline | Is It Safe to Indoor or Outdoor Cycle When...
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Self Magazine's online staff recently reached out to select experts in the field of physical therapy, including our own Heather Jeffcoat, DPT, for their input on the best tools to help keep correct posture.
Here is a brief excerpt and a link to the full article:
Health
October 31, 2020
8 Posture Correctors That Will Help You Stop Slouching
Physical therapists share their top recommendations.
By Krissy Brady
If you’re one of the many people navigating a new home office lifestyle or spending more time at home, you may notice that your posture is suffering as a result. Maybe your body is starting to resemble a question mark due to an uncomfortable work setup or being cooped up indoors. When so much of your daily grind is spent in front of a screen or hovered over a phone, without enough breaks in between, it’s easy to develop the tendency to round and slump your shoulders (which, in turn, puts pressure on your spine).
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Looking for the right type of lube for whichever kind of sex you're having?
Joseph Lamour writing for Mic.com reached out to me for my input on the right type of lube for various types of sex, and I was glad to offer my advice. Here is a brief synopsis of the article, along with a link to the full article below.
Heather Jeffcoat, DPTI believe it was Colin Powell who said, “Trust is the glue that holds people together, and is the lubricant that keeps an organization moving forward.” I’m certain he was not talking about the gooey stuff you get in the unmentionables aisle in your local drugstore. But I still think the impassioned statement works when we’re talking about sex — which also holds people together, if you will, moving forward toward a goal. Lube really does keep us moving forward, and it’s a super underrated bedroom accoutrement, mostly because people aren’t aware of its versatility.
Read more: Mic.com | The right type of lube for whichever kind of sex...
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Heather Jeffcoat was recently featured on the outrageously entertaining "Kirsten's Agenda" YouTube channel. Sit back and get ready for some belly laughs and infotainment as Kirsten and Heather talk all things lady parts.
From the episode description:
You or someone you know or someone you've walked by has lady parts which means they're normal and it's normal to talk about them - soooo that's what we're going to do!
Get Heather's book: https://www.amazon.com/Sex-Without-Pa...
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Healthline reached out to Heather Jeffcoat for what you need to know about anorgasmia
Movies make it seem like orgasming is as universal an experience as, say, post-bean farts.
But some women can’t get off.
It’s called anorgasmia, and it’s more common than Rom Coms or erotica might have you believe.
Wait, what’s anorgasmia?
Read more: Healthline | Here’s What You Need to Know About Anorgasmia...
