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Why Working With a Catholic Pelvic Floor Physical Therapist Matters
When it comes to pelvic floor therapy, you don’t just need someone who understands muscles, posture, breathwork, and biomechanics—you need someone who understands you. Working with a Catholic pelvic floor physical therapist becomes something more than healthcare—it becomes accompaniment, ministry, and a way to integrate faith and healing.

Amanda Simmons
Mar 144 min read


Pelvic Organ Prolapse: What It Is, Why It Happens, and What You Can Do
Today we’re taking a deep dive into pelvic organ prolapse—a condition that sounds scary, but is actually more common (and more manageable) than you might think.

Amanda Simmons
Nov 14, 20253 min read


Urinary Urgency and Frequency: What’s Happening and How You Can Start Feeling Better
Hi friends, Dr. Amanda here! Today, we’re talking about something many women quietly struggle with—urinary urgency and frequency. If you’ve ever felt like your bladder has a mind of its own, or you’re running to the bathroom constantly, you’re not alone.
The good news? With the right guidance, your bladder can be retrained and your pelvic floor supported.

Amanda Simmons
Oct 17, 20253 min read


Let’s Talk About Leaking and Incontinence
If you’ve ever “peed a little” when you sneeze, laugh, run, or lift something heavy — you are not alone. And while it’s common, it’s not something you just have to live with.

Amanda Simmons
Oct 15, 20253 min read


Understanding Pelvic and Vaginal Pain: What’s Really Going On
Let's talk about a topic that so many women deal with but often feel nervous to bring up: pelvic and vaginal pain. This might look like: pain during sex, pain inserting a tampon, or pain at a gynecological exam.

Amanda Simmons
Oct 10, 20254 min read


What Is the Pelvic Floor, and Why Should You Care?
The pelvic floor might be the secret to fixing a lot of your problems.

Amanda Simmons
Sep 30, 20253 min read


Constipation, Healthy Bowel Habits, and What You Can Do About It
We’re diving into a topic that everyone deals with but not everyone likes to talk about: constipation and healthy bowel habits.
Whether you’ve had trouble going, noticed your stool looks different, or just want to understand how to keep things moving smoothly, this post is for you.

Amanda Simmons
Aug 26, 20253 min read
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