Down There Done Right: A Pelvic Health Revolution with Aoife Harvey

Why are we so comfortable talking about almost every part of our bodies—except the one that affects everything from bladder control to intimate pleasure? In this liberating and laugh-filled episode of The Dusty Muffins, our expert trio—Dr. Aoife O'Sullivan (MD, MSCP), Dr. Christine Hart Kress (DNP, MSCP), and Dr. Rebbecca Hertel (DO, MSCP)—sit down with chartered physiotherapist and pelvic health specialist Aoife Harvey for a conversation that breaks the silence and smashes the stigma around pelvic floor health.Aoife is the founder of Women's Health Dublin, a specialist practice dedicated to helping women navigate pelvic health through every stage of life—from pregnancy and postpartum to perimenopause and beyond. Her message is simple but revolutionary: pelvic floor issues are common, but they are not something you have to accept. In this episode, you'll discover:🧠 The Hidden Epidemic: Why pelvic floor dysfunction affects millions but is rarely discussed—and why shame has kept women suffering in silence for too long.🤱 Postpartum Care Gap: The shocking contrast between countries like Ireland and the U.S. (where pelvic floor therapy is rarely standard) and places like France and Belgium (where it's routine after childbirth).🩸 Menopause & The Pelvic Floor: How dropping estrogen affects tissue integrity, bladder control, and pelvic comfort—and why vaginal estrogen is a game-changer for many women.💪 Myth-Busting: Why exercise isn't off the table for women with pelvic issues—and how the right kind of movement can actually support healing and strength.🥝 Simple, Practical Solutions: From the surprising benefits of eating kiwi for fiber to actionable tips for improving pelvic health at home.🗣️ Breaking the Silence: How open conversations—and better screening by clinicians—can normalize pelvic health and ensure women get the care they deserve.Tune in for an episode that will have you laughing, learning, and rethinking everything you thought you knew about "down there." Because your pelvic floor is not a luxury—it's a vital part of your health, at every age.Social Media Links:The Dusty Muffins:📸 Instagram → https://www.instagram.com/thedustymuffins🔗 Linktree → https://linktr.ee/thedustymuffinsHosts:👩⚕️ Dr. Aoife O'Sullivan → https://www.instagram.com/portlandmenopausedoc👩⚕️ Dr. Rebbecca Hertel → https://www.instagram.com/drrebbeccaherteldo👩⚕️ Dr. Christine Hart Kress → https://www.instagram.com/christinehartkress_dnpGuest – Aoife Harvey:📸 Instagram → @womenshealthdublin🌐 Website → https://womenshealthdublin.ie/about-aoifeDisclaimer: The Dusty Muffins are doctors, but they're not YOUR doctors. This is for entertainment and informational purposes only. Always consult your own healthcare provider for personalized medical advice.