Exploring Pelvic Floor Myths, Realities, & Wellness with Dr. Lauren Davenport from UPLIFT Pelvic Heath & Performance | Be Well and Ground Podcast Ep. 2 🎙️

Understanding Pelvic Floor Health with Lauren from Uplift Pelvic HealthIn this episode, I sit down with Lauren, founder of Uplift Pelvic Health in North Charlotte, to dive into everything pelvic floor health. When we filmed this, I was 40 weeks pregnant and had so many questions—and Lauren delivered! We talk about common myths (spoiler: you don't need to do Kegels all day long), why pelvic floor therapy is important DURING pregnancy (not just postpartum), and how a holistic approach that considers stress, sleep, and nutrition can make all the difference.Lauren is a doctor of physical therapy and certified pelvic health specialist who truly looks at the whole picture. We discuss birth prep sessions, what to expect at your postpartum appointments, and how she balances being a mom and business owner. Whether you're pregnant, postpartum, dealing with leakage or pain, or even going through menopause—this episode is packed with valuable insights on taking care of your pelvic floor at every stage of life.About Lauren:Lauren is the founder of Uplift Pelvic Health & Performance in North Charlotte. As a doctor of physical therapy and certified pelvic health specialist, she's passionate about helping women (and men!) reconnect with their bodies through holistic care. Lauren specializes in working with pregnancy and postpartum athletes, offering personalized treatment plans that address everything from birth prep to returning to running. When she's not treating patients, you'll find her working out, spending quality time with her two kids, or enjoying reality TV (hello, Real Housewives of Salt Lake City!). Lauren believes in meeting patients where they are—literally and figuratively—having started Uplift as a mobile practice treating clients in their own homes.Timestamps:00:00 Introduction to the Be Well and Ground Podcast00:44 Diving into Pelvic Floor Health with Lauren02:49 Lauren's Journey and Expertise05:28 Understanding Pelvic Floor Therapy09:17 Pregnancy and Pelvic Floor Health13:25 Postpartum Care and Balancing Motherhood18:16 A Day in the Life of a Pelvic Floor Therapist21:05 Fun and Personal Insights with Lauren25:50 Conclusion and Final ThoughtsConnect with Lauren:📷 Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/upliftpelvicnc/🔗 Website: https://upliftpelvicnc.com/📍 Serving North Charlotte Guaranteed appointments within one week!Connect with Emily:🌿 Website: https://wellandground.com/📷 Instagram:https://www.instagram.com/bewellandground/💬 Let us know what resonated with you in the comments! 🔔 Don't forget to like, subscribe, and share this episode with someone who could use a little grounding in their wellness journey.