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Common Postpartum Issues That Make Sex Painful - and What You Can do About Themhttps://feminapt.com/blog/common-postpartum-issues-that-make-sex-painful-and-what-you-can-do-about-them

28 March 2020 Can Cause Vaginal Dryness After delivery, estrogen levels drop and progesterone levels stay high, especially if you’re breastfeeding. This shift in hormones causes dryness of the vaginal tissues. If dryness if your main problem, try a water based...

• Type: Article
• Author: Staff
• Category: Blog

PT Products Magazine | Childbirth Injurieshttps://feminapt.com/resources/published-articles/childbirth-injuries

14 July 2009 After delivery, estrogen levels drop and progesterone levels stay high. This is especially the case if your patient is breastfeeding. This hormonal influence causes dryness of the vaginal tissues. In this case, the solution might be as simple as...

• Type: Article
• Author: Heather Jeffcoat, DPT
• Category: Published Articles

Archive of Published Articles Written by Heather Jeffcoat, DPThttps://feminapt.com/resources/archive-of-published-articles-written-by-heather-jeffcoat-dpt

02 April 2017 Archive of articles written by Heather Jeffcoat, DPT All of these articles were published either in print or online (or both) before Heather launched Femina PT:

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• Author: Heather Jeffcoat, DPT
• Category: Resources

International Journal of Childbirth Education | Early Post Partum Recoveryhttps://feminapt.com/resources/published-articles/early-post-partum-recovery

08 September 2009 body, creating ligamentous laxity which will last for 3-4 months post-delivery. This effect is longer if your client is breastfeeding. Their center of gravity is suddenly shifted, which can create problems with balance. The abdominal muscles become...

• Type: Article
• Author: Heather Jeffcoat, DPT
• Category: Published Articles

International Journal of Childbirth Education | Post-partum Pelvic Painhttps://feminapt.com/resources/published-articles/post-partum-pelvic-pain

04 December 2008 After delivery, estrogen levels drop and progesterone levels stay high. This is especially the case if your client is breastfeeding. This hormonal influence causes dryness of the vaginal tissues. In this case, the solution might be as simple as...

• Type: Article
• Author: Heather Jeffcoat, DPT
• Category: Published Articles

Post-Partum Renewal Programhttps://feminapt.com/treatments/post-partum-renewal-program

09 February 2014 the middle of your abs, have the feeling of pelvic pressure, are feeling weak after having your baby or battling with breastfeeding that leads to clogged ducts and mastitis, or wish to safely return to running or exercise -- our customized program is...

• Type: Article
• Author: Heather Jeffcoat, DPT
• Category: Treatments

Could Your Lube be Hurting You?https://feminapt.com/blog/could-your-lube-be-hurting-you

22 October 2019 or just to alleviate dryness throughout the day. Vaginal dryness is a common symptom during aging and menopause, breastfeeding, medical conditions including diabetes, and also a side effect of cancer treatment and some medications. Applying a thin layer...

• Type: Article
• Author: Staff
• Category: Blog

Postpartum Pelvic Pain and What You Can Do About Ithttps://feminapt.com/blog/postpartum-pelvic-pain-and-what-you-can-do-about-it

08 January 2020 Vaginal Dryness After delivery, your estrogen levels drop and progesterone levels stay high, especially if your are breastfeeding. What you can do: A simple solution can be drinking more water and using a water-based lubricant, read my previous blog on...

• Type: Article
• Author: Staff
• Category: Blog

Healthline | Hey Vulva Owners, Your Sexual Peak May Last Longer Than You Thinkhttps://feminapt.com/media-content/heather-jeffcoat-at-healthline/healthline-hey-vulva-owners-your-sexual-peak-may-last-longer-than-you-think

23 March 2020 in sexual dysfunction and incontinence, adds that the body goes through a temporary period during pregnancy and breastfeeding that mirrors menopause. There may be a decrease in estrogen that makes sex feel less good without the addition of lube,” she...

• Type: Article
• Author: Heather Jeffcoat, DPT
• Category: Healthline

Sex After Childbirth – What’s Your ‘New Normal’?https://feminapt.com/blog/sex-after-childbirth-what-is-your-new-normal

18 July 2020 your body has been through a lot since that positive pregnancy test result. Sleepless nights, fluctuating hormones, and breastfeeding challenges can take a toll. Perhaps you’re still healing from a C-section or a physically challenging delivery. Even if...

• Type: Article
• Author: Heather Jeffcoat, DPT
• Category: Blog