Ep. 21 From Puberty to Pregnancy: Normalizing Pelvic Health, Body Confidence, & Postpartum Healing

Guest: Dr. Kelly FrankHosted by: Ana Munoz, LMT & Nicolle Maldonado, LMRuntime: 1:11:28💬 Episode SummaryIn this episode, Ana and Nicolle sit down with pelvic health physical therapist Dr. Kelly Frank to unpack the stigmas surrounding pelvic health, postpartum recovery, periods, pelvic pain, and the pressure to “bounce back” after having a baby.Dr. Kelly shares how mental and physical health are deeply connected, why so many women silently suffer through pelvic pain and endometriosis, and how education and open conversations can completely change the way we care for our bodies. She also talks about her passion for supporting pregnant and postpartum moms, as well as her work with the Central Florida Postpartum Alliance, and her Class for Girls that teaches young girls about puberty.This episode is filled with honest, compassionate insight that will leave you feeling informed, validated, and empowered to advocate for your health and your healing.🌟 In This Episode, We Cover:• The stigma around talking openly about pelvic health, periods, pain, and our bodies• Why postpartum recovery is about healing, not “bouncing back”• The powerful connection between mental health and physical health during pregnancy and postpartum• Pelvic pain, endometriosis, and why so many symptoms are often dismissed or normalized• How “A Class for Girls” creates safe, empowering conversations around bodily autonomy, menstrual health, and parent-child communication• Why education and support can transform the motherhood experience for families and providers alike👑 Guest BioDr. Kelly Frank is a Pelvic Health Physical Therapist and the sole provider behind Frankly Pelvic. Supporting anyone with a pelvis at all stages of life, Dr. Kelly specializes in reducing pelvic pain, improving functional movement, and creating individualized treatment plans tailored to each client’s needs.She is especially passionate about helping pregnant and postpartum moms navigate one of the biggest transitions of their lives with confidence, education, and compassionate care. Dr. Kelly also teaches “A Class for Girls,” a monthly class focused on bodily autonomy, menstrual and pelvic health, and fostering deeper conversations between parents and daughters during changing years.📲 Connect With Dr. Kelly FrankInstagram: @franklypelvicWebsite: Frankly PelvicCentral Florida Postpartum Alliance:Central Florida Postpartum AllianceYouTube:Real Talk Mind Body Love YouTube Channel💖 Loved this episode?Subscribe & leave a review! It helps this podcast reach more birthing folks and providers in Central Florida.Tag us on Instagram @centralflbirthpodcast to let us know your favorite takeaway.Want to be featured or pitch a guest? DM us on Instagram