Reader’s question about having a hard time pooping after childbirth QUESTION: I gave birth 6 weeks ago without any major complications. For a while now I’ve had trouble with my bowel movements. Everyone talks about anal incontinence but I‘m facing the opposite issue. I have a hard time getting the… Read More »Difficulty pooping postpartum
What exercises can I do if have a prolapse? “I have a rectocele which mostly makes it difficult for me to empty my bowels. It sometimes also bothers me while standing or walking and it makes me apprehensive about working out. What should I do? Can I work out with… Read More »What exercises can I do if have a prolapse?
Relaxation of the pelvic floor WHAT IS A HYPERTONIC PELVIC FLOOR? The pelvic floor is a group of muscles. Like all other muscles in the body, the muscles of the pelvic floor can become tense and sore. The easiest way of explaining what a hypertonic pelvic floor is, is to… Read More »Relaxation of the pelvic floor
WHAT HAS HAPPENED? Firstly, both the vagina and vulva undergo several changes during pregnancy. The labia may swell due to increased blood flow as well as due to the weight and downward pressure of the growing belly. In some people, this can cause vulvar varicocities. Here’s a post on how… Read More »Tears during childbirth, degrees 1-4
WHAT IS A PROLAPSE? Pelvic organ prolapse is a term used for when the bladder, uterus or rectum has shifted to a lower anatomical position. These three organs are usually kept in place by supporting and suspending structures such as connective tissues and ligaments, as well as by the pelvic… Read More »How do i know if I’ve got pelvic organ prolapse?
”What is the difference between a bulging, lax vaginal wall and a prolapse? At my postpartum check-up, my healthcare provider told me I have a bulging vaginal wall, and when I’ve researched my symptoms it makes me think I might have got a cystocele, front wall prolapse. What is the… Read More »What is the differens between bulging, lax vaginal walls and a prolapse?
“I’ve given birth to three children in four years. My youngest is now three years old and I’ve recently noticed some issues. I have difficulty pooping, sometimes the rectum sort of pushes on the back vaginal wall and makes it cave into the vagina. Is this something that can be… Read More »When the rectum pushes on the vaginal wall
Does your vaginal walls bulge after giving birth? Below are some tips and advice on how to optimize recovery and healing! JESSICA’S STORY Jessica gave birth eight months ago. The birth was long and the pushing stage was hard, but eventually the birth ended quite well and Jessica only needed… Read More »How do i care for my bulgoing vaginal walls postpartum?