41: Why “Tight” Isn’t the Goal for Your Pelvic Health (And What Actually Is) with Dr. Paige Rainford

Dr. Paige Rainford, pelvic health physical therapist and founder of The Persistence Project, breaks down what most of us were never taught about our bodies.From pelvic floor dysfunction to chronic pain, this episode goes into how disconnection from our bodies impacts everything, from movement to motherhood to mental health. We even touch on pelvic health related to men and children. This episode is filled with tips and facts about the pelvic floor that you can take with you.You’ll learn why “common” symptoms like leakage aren’t actually normal, why Kegels aren’t always the solution, and how reconnecting with your body can be a powerful first step toward healing.Connect with Paige:Website: https://persistenceprojectphysicaltherapy.com/Instagram @dr.paigerainford Book Reference: Wild Feminine by Tami Lynn KentAbout Paige: Dr. Paige Rainford is an orthopedic and pelvic health physical therapist and founder of The Persistence Project. She earned her Doctorate in Physical Therapy from Husson University in Bangor, Maine, and completed her orthopedic residency at the Cincinnati VA. Dr. Paige helps active individuals move with confidence, build resilience, and persist through every stage of life.Please leave us a review or rating! These help get the show out to more women like you wanting to have these conversations.Would you like to chat more about this episode's topic? I would love to continue our conversation over on Instagram! @wellmindedcounselingI wrote a book! Becoming Mommy: Aligning with yourself and finding your voice during pregnancy and motherhood, available at all major retailers - https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0DZT9P3RB?ref=cm_sw_r_ffobk_cp_ud_dp_KFT90ZBDS48FDGG6DH5X&ref_=cm_sw_r_ffobk_cp_ud_dp_KFT90ZBDS48FDGG6DH5X&social_share=cm_sw_r_ffobk_cp_ud_dp_KFT90ZBDS48FDGG6DH5X&bestFormat=trueWhere to find more from Redefining Us:Website: wellmindedcounseling.com/redefining-us-podFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/wellmindedcounselingInstagram: @wellmindedcounselingIf you want to support the show so we can continue sharing this content with others like you, you may do so here at, Buy Me A Coffee. From the bottom of our hearts, thank you!