Episode 45: Your Pelvic Floor Is Talking to You — Are You Actually Listening?

If you’ve been quietly managing leaks, pelvic pressure, bladder urgency, or pain — and telling yourself it’s just part of getting older — this episode is your wake-up call. Gloria Halim sits down with Kim Vopni, internationally known as The Vagina Coach, to have the honest, unfiltered conversation about pelvic floor health that every woman in perimenopause and menopause deserves to hear.Kim has spent over 15 years helping thousands of women reverse pelvic floor dysfunction — without surgery, without endless Kegels, and without shame. In this episode she dismantles the biggest myths in women’s pelvic health, explains exactly what’s happening to your body as oestrogen declines, and gives you the tools and language to finally get the help you deserve.Key Topics Covered:The cultural taboos and shame surrounding the vagina and pelvic healthHow pelvic floor dysfunction affects women of all ages and stagesThe importance of early education and regular pelvic health checkupsCommon pelvic health issues: prolapse, incontinence, tightness vs. weaknessPractical strategies: pelvic floor exercises, lifestyle modifications, and new technologiesThe impact of hormones, aging, stress, and lifestyle on pelvic healthHow to advocate for yourself in healthcare settings and find the right specialistsMyths about pregnancy and pelvic health—what’s true and what’s notThe role of vaginal oestrogen and alternatives for women who cannot use hormonesFuture perspectives: normalising pelvic health conversations and preventionRESOURCES MENTIONEDBuff Muff App — Kim’s pelvic floor fitness app with guided programs, 28-day challenges and a global women’s community: vaginacoach.com/buffmuffKegel Mojo Program — Kim’s signature pelvic floor training program: vaginacoach.comYour Pelvic Floor (book) — Kim’s bestselling guide to understanding and strengthening your pelvic floor: available on AmazonFind a Pelvic Floor Physiotherapist — search your country’s physiotherapy association directory or ask your GP for a referral to a women’s health physiotherapistBetween Two Lips Podcast — Kim’s own podcast covering pelvic health, menopause, and women’s wellbeing: available on Spotify and Apple PodcastsBeyond Hormone Symptoms — find all episodes, resources, and connect with Gloria at [your website URL]Connect with KimWebsite: https://www.vaginacoach.comInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/vaginacoachPodcast (Between Two Lips): https://www.vaginacoach.com/podcastBuff Muff App: https://www.vaginacoach.com/buffmuffBook: Your Pelvic Floor: https://www.amazon.com/dp/1786784866Take Action:Schedule regular pelvic health assessments, even if asymptomaticIncorporate pelvic floor exercises into daily routine, focusing on movement and resistanceAdvocate for yourself in healthcare appointments using current research and resourcesNormalize conversations around pelvic health to break stigma and shameContinue learning about hormonal changes and their impact on pelvic tissuesRemember: Your pelvic health is a vital part of your overall wellbeing. Proactive care can prevent many issues and improve quality of life at every stage. Don't wait for problems—educate, advocate, and nurture your body's core foundation.