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EPISODE · Jan 20, 2026 · 23 MIN

161- Listening to Pain Without Letting It Lead // A New Way to Heal Pelvic & Whole Body Pain

from Pelvic Floor, Core & More | Healing Beyond Kegels: Core Rehab, Prenatal Fitness, Birth Prep, Postpartum Recovery, Nervous System Regulation, and Holistic Self-Care for Moms · host Dr. Desiree Cassell | Pelvic Floor Physical Therapist, Women’s Health Specialist, Strong and Fit Momma

Pain is one of the most misunderstood signals in the body — especially for women who are trying to heal from pelvic floor dysfunction, prolapse, back pain, or just rebuild strength postpartum. We’re told to “push through” or to “stop everything”... but what if there’s another way? In today’s episode, I’m diving into what pain really means — and how to know if it’s a red flag, a protective response, or simply your body asking you to shift. Whether you’ve been ignoring pain for years or feeling trapped by it, this conversation will give you new perspective, clarity, and confidence in your healing. We’ll talk about: Why pain ≠ damage — and why it’s not something to fear What it means when your pain flares even though you're doing “everything right” The role of your nervous system in pain perception How to tell the difference between discomfort, danger, and a healing edge My signature Body Boundaries framework to help you train smarter, not harder You’ll leave this episode feeling empowered to listen to your body without letting pain control the narrative — and you’ll learn how to take your next healing step with intention and support.   Ready to Reset your pelvic floor & core with intention in the new year? 🎁 Join the FREE Pelvic Reset 5-Day Challenge (available inside PCM APP until 1/23/126) Inside the Pelvic Floor, Core & More App, you’ll get: ✔️ Daily guided video modules ✔️ Downloadable workbook with action steps ✔️ Breathwork + movement strategies Join inside the Pelvic Floor, Core & More App — completely free! → https://pelvic-floor-reset-challenge.gr-site.com/ And Download the Pelvic Floor, Core & More app if you haven’t because this is where all the goodness is happening!  🌀 Ready to feel stronger, more confident, and in tune with your body? If you’re done guessing and googling… If you’re ready to stop modifying your workouts out of fear… If you’re ready to move, lift, run, and LIVE without leaking, pain, or pressure... Then it’s time for RESTORE — my 12-week signature pelvic floor & core rehab program Evidence-based. Nervous system-informed. Holistically healing. Inside RESTORE you’ll get: ✔️ 12 weeks of progressive breathwork, mobility & strength ✔️ 5- and 20-minute workouts to fit your life ✔️ Deep pelvic floor education (with zero fluff) ✔️ Real-life tools to reduce pain, improve leaks, and feel like YOU again ✔️ Access to our private community and support Inside RESTORE, we cover: Breathwork + pelvic floor connection Mobility + posture Nervous system regulation Core control + strength building Real-life application to everyday movement And how to stop leaking, rushing to the bathroom, or feeling disconnected from your core You’ll walk away from RESTORE with clarity, confidence, and a body you trust again. JOIN RESTORE NOW FOR INSTANT ACCESS TO LESSONS AND EXERCISES!!  https://pelvic-floor-core-more.passion.io/checkout/a03150a0-ada0-49b3-be55-24420a2608db  Or  💎 Learn More About RESTORE below, my 12-week program that walks you step by step through pelvic floor and core healing — so you can stop leaking, reduce prolapse symptoms, and feel strong again.  https://balancedmomtality.com/restore  💖 Or Want Personalized 1:1 Coaching and Support? Book a virtual or in-person women’s health coaching/pelvic floor physical therapy session tailored to YOU. 📧 Email: [email protected] ✨ Next Steps: 📲 Download the Pelvic Floor, Core & More App →  for guided breathwork, mobility, and strength progressions you can do at home. - Download PCM App iTunes: https://apps.apple.com/us/app/pelvic-floor-core-more/id6740750561  - Download PCM App Google Play: https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=com.pqw8e051gua.pmh8skrtsapp&pcampaignid=web_share   🎧 Don’t forget to subscribe to Pelvic Floor, Core & More so you never miss an empowering episode about pelvic floor health, core strength, and whole-body healing.   👉 If this episode resonated with you, share it with a mom friend who needs to hear that healing is possible. And don’t forget to subscribe so you never miss an empowering conversation about pelvic health, core strength, and whole-body healing. 🌿 Join the Momtality Community: 👯‍♀️ Free Facebook Group: Balanced Momtality Wellness + Support 💌 Get on the VIP list: https://newsletter.balancedmomtality.com/ 💬 Stay Connected: IG: @the_balanced_momtality FB: @thebalancedmomtality Web: www.balancedmomtality.com 🎧 Share the love: Found this powerful? Send it to a mama who’s ready to rise — and don’t forget to leave a 5-star review! 💖 Prefer 1:1 or Hybrid Support? Let’s build a plan just for you. Email [email protected] Keywords: prolapse support, posture and pelvic floor, breathwork for leaking, body awareness practice, pelvic floor app, somatic healing women, core healing, postpartum, pregnancy, postpartum recovery, grounding, nervous system healing, regulation for moms, pregnancy fitness, prenatal workout, safe exercise during pregnancy, pelvic floor health pregnancy, core exercises pregnancy, prepare for birth, prenatal exercise tips, pregnancy workout modifications, shoulder mobility pelvic floor, pelvic floor dysfunction tight hips,  pelvic floor and shoulder connection, shoulder pain, shoulder impingement

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