Guest Episode: Beyond the Taboo: Reclaiming Control of Your Pelvic Health

Far 2 Fabulous

Episode 61

Pelvic floor health remains one of the most under-discussed aspects of women's wellness, yet affects one in three women. In this eye-opening episode, Julie and Catherine welcome women's health physiotherapist and nutritionist Chloe Stevens for a candid, myth-busting conversation about all things pelvic health.
Chloe swiftly dismantles common misconceptions, explaining that pelvic floor dysfunction isn't always about weakness—some women have overactive floors that don't relax properly. She skillfully navigates the complex relationship between childbirth, perimenopause, hormonal fluctuations and pelvic health, while offering practical, evidence-based solutions that go far beyond basic Kegel exercises.
Perhaps most refreshingly, Chloe challenges the outdated advice that women should avoid exercise or heavy lifting. Drawing from her MSc research and clinical experience, she advocates for a balanced approach that empowers women to stay active while managing symptoms effectively. "No one's going to die of a prolapse," she points out, "but if you don't exercise, you risk sarcopenia, osteoporosis, and fractures—that might ultimately kill you."
For women navigating perimenopause, Chloe explains how estrogen fluctuations directly impact pelvic floor function and offers practical strategies for managing symptoms, including the powerful combination of physiotherapy and topical estrogen. She compassionately acknowledges the shame many women feel while firmly rejecting the notion that incontinence or prolapse should be accepted as inevitable parts of aging.
Whether you're experiencing symptoms yourself or simply want to take preventative measures, this conversation provides the knowledge and confidence to advocate for yourself. As Chloe powerfully concludes, "We really shouldn't be accepting incontinence or prolapse as part of being a woman, and there are really simple things that can make a world of difference."

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Chapters

1. Welcome to Far Too Fabulous (00:00:00)

2. Meet Chloe Stevens: Women's Health Expert (00:04:12)

3. Understanding Pelvic Floor Dysfunction (00:06:06)

4. Common Causes of Pelvic Floor Issues (00:13:39)

5. Exercise Benefits vs. Misconceptions (00:19:26)

6. Hormones and Pelvic Floor Health (00:24:35)

7. Treatment Timeline and Long-term Care (00:27:35)

8. Resources and Taking Action (00:32:13)