When the P falls apart. Pelvic floor, prolapse, poop & pee. (S2E1)

SummaryIn this episode of the Age Lust podcast, Jessica Badonsky discusses the unsavory topic of rectocele and cystocele, which are conditions where organs push into the vaginal area. She explains that these conditions can occur in both people with vaginas and people with penises. Jessica explores the causes of rectocele and cystocele, including pregnancy, perimenopause, and menopause. She also discusses the various treatment options, ranging from using lube and vaginal moisturizers to surgery and pelvic floor physical therapy. Takeaways Rectocele and cystocele are conditions where organs push into the vaginal area. These conditions can occur in both people with vaginas and people with penises. Causes of rectocele and cystocele include pregnancy, perimenopause, and menopause. Treatment options range from using lube and vaginal moisturizers to surgery and pelvic floor physical therapy. Chapters 00:00 Introduction and Embracing Uncomfortable Topics 04:58 Learning About Rectocele 10:44 Dispelling Myths About Vaginal Tightness 23:17 The Impact of Vaginal Health on Daily Life 30:43 Addressing Pain and Seeking Help 38:01 Finding the Balance for a Healthy Pelvic Floor 45:26 The Benefits of Low Pressure Fitness Instagrams to check out!!⁠ agelust.co⁠⁠ vaginarehabdoctor (from Chicago, and has affordable great online classes) ⁠⁠ lanceinyourpants⁠ (works with men)⁠ pelvicfloorgalore⁠ (works with men)⁠ vaginacoach⁠ (the pt that had prolapse surgery) ⁠lpf_usa (one of my teachers)⁠