EPISODE · Aug 17, 2026 · 12 MIN
Why "Feeling Safe" Doesn't Fix Painful Sex
from The Vagina Rehab Doctor Podcast · host Dr. Janelle Howell
Feeling safe isn’t always enough to fix painful sex, vaginismus, or pelvic floor tension, and healing can sometimes feel uncomfortable even when you’re on the right path. I’m sharing what it really means to teach your body to release, how fear and hypervigilance can keep your pelvic floor guarded, and why your mindset matters so much when you’re learning to trust your body again. If you’ve ever wondered why you still feel tight, tense, or stuck even when you know you’re safe, baby, this episode is for you.JOIN THE WAITLIST: BUTTERY SEX 4 Week Program We’re accepting new remote clients who are looking to overcome vaginismus, pelvic pain, and pelvic floor dysfunction! Book a free clarity call with me through the link below.https://www.vaginarehabdoctor.com/heal-painful-sex-telehealth/Follow me on Instagram @vaginarehabdoctorFollow me on YouTube https://youtube.com/@vaginarehabdoctor?si=19BnPuV8ykIRTbUDFollow me on Tik Tok: https://www.tiktok.com/@vaginarehabdoctor?_r=1&_t=ZT-93XJyKkkU1HLeave a 5 star review if you are learning from and loving this podcast! Email us with any questions about working with us: [email protected] by Light On Creative Productions
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Feeling safe isn’t always enough to fix painful sex, vaginismus, or pelvic floor tension, and healing can sometimes feel uncomfortable even when you’re on the right path. I’m sharing what it really means to teach your body to release, how fear and hypervigilance can keep your pelvic floor guarded, and why your mindset matters so much when you’re learning to trust your body again. If you’ve ever wondered why you still feel tight, tense, or stuck even when you know you’re safe, baby, this episo...
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