Pain, Recovery & Self-Care: The Postpartum Conversation We All Need with Aoife Harvey Womens' health Physio

    In this episode of the Happy Hormone Hour, Evelyn Kennedy speaks with Aoife Harvey, a women's health physio, about various aspects of women's health, particularly focusing on pelvic health, postpartum recovery, and common misconceptions. They discuss the impact of bladder issues on quality of life, the importance of postnatal checkups, and the hormonal changes women experience after childbirth. Aoife shares insights on C-section recovery, the significance of scar massage, and the commonality of diastasis recti. The conversation also touches on painful intercourse, constipation, and the need for self-care among new mothers, emphasizing the importance of seeking help and prioritizing health.   follow Aoife @womenshealthdublin website: About Aoife – Women's Health Dublin follow me: @enhancedfertilityhormonehealth   Sound Bites "Postnatal checkups are crucial for all mothers." "Scar massage can aid recovery after a C-section." "Self-care is essential for new mothers." Chapters 00:00Introduction to Women's Health Physio 02:40Understanding Bladder Issues and Misconceptions 05:34C-Section Recovery and Pelvic Floor Health 08:27The Importance of Postnatal Checkups 11:34Hormonal Changes Postpartum 14:15Scar Massage and Its Benefits 17:19Diastasis Recti Explained 20:00Painful Intercourse and Its Causes 23:02Constipation and Bowel Health 25:52Advice for New Moms 29:00Resources and Recommendations for Women's Health