25. Excruciating Pelvic Pain in Pregnancy? Why It's NOT Normal & How to Find Real Help

Send us Fan Mail In this episode, I'm joined by Dr. Kate Smith, pelvic floor physical therapist and owner of Nurture You Pelvic Health, to discuss a topic that affects countless women but is often dismissed: severe pelvic pain during pregnancy. If you've ever been told your excruciating pain is "just part of being pregnant," this conversation will validate your experience and offer real hope. After experiencing debilitating pelvic pain during my pregnancies—pain so intense that my active labor contractions felt like nothing in comparison—I discovered the connection between hypermobility and pregnancy pain. Dr. Kate breaks down why some women are more prone to this pain and, most importantly, what can actually be done about it. Whether you're currently struggling with pelvic pain, planning for future pregnancies, or supporting someone who is, this episode provides both immediate relief strategies and long-term solutions that can transform your pregnancy experience. In this episode, we discuss: 🌸 The difference between SPD, pelvic girdle pain, and SI joint pain—and why it matters 🩺 Signs you might be hypermobile (and why that increases pregnancy pain risk) 🎯 Simple posture changes that can provide immediate relief ✝️ Why "just dealing with it" affects your mental health and quality of life 👶 How prenatal pelvic floor PT prepares you for birth AND postpartum recovery Key Takeaways: ✨ Pain during pregnancy is common but NOT normal—and you deserve help 💛 Small movement changes now create lasting benefits for life 🙏 There's hope even if you've been dismissed by other providers Mentioned in this episode: ✨ Christian Mama Birth Prep Library - Free birth prep tools, worship playlists & more ✝️ Online Christian Childbirth Education - Explore my complete birth preparation self-paced course 💛 Work with Me 1:1 - Personalized pregnancy and birth support that integrates faith and evidence-based care, including virtual coaching, doula support, and comprehensive childbirth education ✨ Follow Dr. Kate Smith on Instagram: @nurtureyou_pelvichealth and @drkatesmith_pfdoc 🏋️‍♀️ Body Ready Method Programs: Pregnancy-specific workout programs you can use from home 🎯 Schedule a free discovery call with Dr. Kate on her website www.nurtureyoupelvichealth.com 🎴 NEW Christian Birth Affirmation Cards: You can now purchase them here If this episode encouraged you, please subscribe, leave a review, and share it with a mama who needs to hear that her pain matters and help is available. Go here for the full blog post, show notes, and all resources mentioned! Support the show