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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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If You Hold In Your Pee You're Asking for Trouble!
As another year goes into the books we all want to start the new year off right, and when Shape.com writer Gabrielle Kassel started making a list of things we all can do to improve our lives in the coming year, she included a couple things that are of particular interest to our readers. We've covered the issue of "holding it" elsewhere on our site, but it bears repeating now that New Year's Resolutions are on our minds. And painful periods are not something to ignore either!
Whether it's during a road trip, work meeting, or a movie at the theater, if you have to pee, pelvic floor experts want you to beeline for the bog. In order to hold in urine, you have to contract your urethral and pelvic floor muscles, explains Heather Jeffcoat, a pelvic floor therapist who specializes in incontinence and dyspareunia and the founder of Fusion Wellness & Physical Therapy in Los Angeles, CA. When done regularly, “this prolonged holding pattern can create short, tight, and overactive pelvic floor muscles, which may eventually lead to pelvic floor dysfunction,” she says.
Read more: Why You Should Not Hold In Your Pee and Other Bad Habits...
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Are You Ready to Go Deep? Here Are Some Great Sex Positions for Deep Penetration
Heather Jeffcoat, DPT
As Jill mentions, when it comes to orgasms, the clit gets most of the glory. That should be no surprise if you're a regular reader of our site, because the clitoris is much more than just that little button on the outside - it has long "legs" that wrap around the uterus and extend upward several inches into your abdomen. She continues:
Beyond just feeling really damn good, deep penetration—the kind that you feel all the way inside you, almost hitting your cervix—is also a way to bond intimately and emotionally with your partner. How deep you want to/can go depends entirely on your own preferences!
How to Enjoy Deep Penetration Safely
Read more: Cosmopolitan | The Best Sex Positions for Deep Penetration
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Traveling With Endometriosis Can Be a Challenge!
From portable heating pads to contoured pillows, here's what I turn to when my symptoms flare up on the road.
Dealing with endometriosis on a daily basis, or even just during that time of the month, can really put a cramp on your lifestyle. When Megan reached out to me for some travel tips, I was glad to give some insights into how to make the whole experience the best that it can be. She begins the article with:
Read more: Conde Nast | Traveling With Endometriosis: The Packing...
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These Safe Sit-Up Alternatives Will Help Strengthen Your Core
When most people think of a strong core or achieving abs, the first exercise that comes to mind is often sit-ups. While sit-ups have long been a go-to for strengthening the core, they're not always the most effective or safest option for everyone. Proper form and technique are key to maximizing the benefits of sit-ups while avoiding strain on the back and neck.
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The LA Times offers an in-depth piece about the importance of pelvic care. Our founder, Dr. Heather Jeffcoat notes in the article that pelvic floor physical therapy “continues to be underutilized by medical providers.”
If you suspect that kegels aren't enough, you're onto something. Click here to read the full article for more information.
Well + Good | Your New Favorite Lube
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If you're looking for a lubricant that is clinically designed for more sensitive vulva owners, look no further... Playground Naked Love Lubricant is the one for you!
Well + Good writer, Gabrielle Kassel reviews the product and discusses the benefits of adding lubricant to your nightstand with our founder, Dr. Heather Jeffcoat.
Heather says, “Anyone that wants to enhance their sexual experience should consider using a store-bought lubricant.” It's important to remember that our fluid levels fluctuate, and that “supplementing with a lubricant can assist in reducing any pain or discomfort that may be present.”
Click here to read more about Gabrielle's new favorite lube!
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Well + Good writer, Tabitha Britt, spoke with our founder, Dr. Heather Jeffcoat about getting a good night's sleep despite dealing with endometriosis. Due to the chronic overlapping pain conditions that often co-occur with endometriosis, Heather notes that people with this diagnosis often report “higher levels of pain, longer time spent in pain, higher levels of anxiety or depression, and more physical and psychosocial impairments.”
Heather recommends calming the nervous system through mindfulness practices, or even stretching the body before bed with some gentle yoga. Read on for more of her coping tips and tricks, or click here to read the full article.
Coping Strategies for Sleeping Well Despite Endometriosis
1. Address the root cause
2. Try an anti-inflammatory diet
3. Consider CBD suppositories
4. Meditate or do breath-work
5. Stretch before bed
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If you're looking for some insight on what might be causing your pelvic floor dysfunction, this article has plenty of valuable information.
Femina's founder, Dr. Heather Jeffcoat emphasizes that the first thing to address is what is causing pelvic floor weakness. She says, “Not every person should start with strengthening the pelvic floor right away. For example, somebody that has a hypertonic pelvic floor would need to perform pelvic floor muscle...relaxation exercises prior to beginning a strengthening routine.”
Read on for more information!
