6 Things My Pelvic Floor PT Told Me After My Prolapse Diagnosis That Blew My Mind
It’s wild how little we’re taught about our bodies after birth.
We read all the baby books, prep the nursery, plan the perfect birth playlist. But no one tells you what to do when your body suddenly feels like a stranger. When you sneeze and flinch. When you pick up your toddler and panic. When the mirror reflects someone strong, but your body feels broken.
That was me.
When I got my prolapse diagnosis, I was terrified. I felt weak, ashamed, and like I’d never get back to the woman I used to be. But then I started pelvic floor physical therapy - and let me tell you, it changed everything.
Here are six things my pelvic floor PT told me that completely shifted my healing journey:
1. Your posture and your breath have a direct impact on your pelvic floor.
Turns out, the way you stand, sit, and breathe matters a lot. Diaphragmatic breathing and neutral spine posture aren’t just buzzwords - they're foundational to recovery.
2. Constipation and straining can make symptoms worse.
Your bathroom habits play a bigger role than you think. Straining adds pressure where you don’t want it. Getting enough fiber, magnesium, and staying hydrated with hydrogen-rich water are now part of my pelvic floor care plan.
3. Strengthening your glutes and core supports your pelvic floor.
It’s all connected. Weak glutes or a disconnected core can shift the load to your pelvic floor. Targeted strength training has been a game changer for me.
4. Your cycle can influence symptoms.
Hormonal changes throughout the month can make prolapse symptoms feel worse or better. Understanding your cycle gives you context (and a lot more grace).
5. A tight pelvic floor can cause just as many issues as a weak one.
This blew my mind. I assumed more Kegels = better. Nope. My PT explained that overactive pelvic floors need relaxation, not just contraction.
6. You can get pregnant again after having a symptomatic prolapse.
I thought I was done, that I couldn't get pregnant again without making my prolapse worse. But with the right support, recovery, and plan, pregnancy after prolapse is possible.
These six things gave me hope, strength, and a new understanding of my body.
Prolapse might be part of your story, but it is not the whole thing.
Your body isn’t broken. It’s just finding its way back.
If you’re in this chapter, I see you. I made something to support you while you navigate recovery - a free resource with practical tools and tips for your healing journey. [Freebie Coming Soon!]
Stay tuned. We’re in this together.
xo, Meagan