https://www.cdc.gov/nchs/data/databriefs/db415-H.pdf https://doi.org/10.1016/j.msksp.2017.12.001 https://sophiebergeron.ca/images/publications/Pukall_2016_Vulvodynia.pdf http://dx.doi.org/10.29252/jarums.19.3.263 https://doi.org/10.1159/000452660 https://www.psychiatrictimes.com/view/vaginismus-gone-not-forgotten https://doi.org/10.1002/ijgo.13523 More from Candice  IG: @nurtureyourvagina  NurturePelvicHealth.com  Use the code NURTUREPOD for a 20% discount on any courses. Todays Sponsor:...

Postpartum Dyspareunia  With up to 40% of individuals experiencing dyspareunia at the 2 month mark, this is a conversation that we need to nurture, especially since symptoms can and should be treated. In this episode I speak about 3 common contributors to pain with penetration in the postpartum period, how they may present and potential treatment options. My hope is to reduce stigma and fear through information sharing and improve comfort and confidence when communicating about this topic,...

Period Poverty, Lesego Mpyana Lesego is making meaningful and tangible changes in the face of period poverty and she has ways for you and your business to get involved! The passion in her voice is captivating! Listen and get involved!  Todays Guest: Lesego is a vibrant woman who is passionate about uplifting others. She is a Ballito-based wife, mother of two and a social entrepreneur. Lesego co-founded Move Africa, a company that executes corporate social responsibility projects for...

Vaginismus Medical  Management, Dr. Allyson Shrikhande In todays episode, Dr. Allyson Shrikhande from @pelvicrehabilitation shares generously about a medical management approach to treating patients with GPPPD, namely vaginismus. We highlight that vaginismus treatment is not one dimensional, and that patients typically engage with a multidisciplinary team (not limited to physiotherapy, psychology and medical doctors). Dr. Shrikhande details the medical facet of treatment utilised by the...

Prolapse in Parenthood, Clare Bourne Pelvic Organ Prolapse is a diagnosis often accompanied by fear! Clare is changing this by normalising the narrative and sharing valuable information enriched by personal and clinical experience.  If you are a parent (or not, as this is NOT a diagnosis limited to postpartum)  and the topic of prolapse impacts your daily life, be it; talk of a pregnancy, exercise, heavy lifting, intimacy …We discuss it all!   Todays Guest: Clare Bourne is a pelvic...

Lil-Lets Bladder Leaks, Megan Ross Postpartum leaks are common!  Not the norm And… they can be treated  With this said, we understand that capacity (mental, physical, emotional) does not always allow for immediate intervention or management… we believe that using the correct pads can help take the pressure off, hopefully giving you confidence, relief and reprieve from what may have felt like overwhelm. We hope that this will help you create the necessary space (mental, physical, emotional)...

HPV & Cervical Screening, Dr Aziza Sesay If you have a cervix or if you know someone with a cervix, actually, anyone and everyone should listen to this!  Cervical cancer is one of THE most preventable cancers! 99.8% preventable!  So lets make sure that you are equipped with a foundation of knowledge from NHS doctor Aziza Sesay, @talkswithdrsesay We discuss; HPV, Cervical Screening and Cancer. What it is, how it is contracted, how to screen, when to screen and what comes next!  I...

Pregnancy related Pelvic Girdle Pain. You won’t see RELAXIN here!  5 unexpected risk factors for pregnancy related pelvic girdle pain. The latest on how to manage and treat pregnancy related pelvic girdle pain, a guide for patients and practitioners. Sinéad Dufour PT PhD Dr. Sinéad Dufour is an Associate Clinical Professor in the Faculty of Health Science at McMaster University.  She teaches and conducts research in the Schools of Medicine, Nursing and Rehabilitation Science.  She completed...

“Low Libido”, Candice Langford As a pelvic physio working with individuals with painful penetration, the topic of ‘low libido’ comes up a lot. So here are a few foundations that I have found to be helpful in exploring ‘what to do’ about ‘low libido’.  “Low libido” or as you will learn “FSIAD” is a common and juicy topic!  We cover a lot;  Human S. Response Cycles, Arousal NON-CONCORDANCE, DUEL CONTROL MODEL, Responsive Desire… As well as TOOLS for you to explore! But this is still just the...

Permission and Sexuality, Catriona Boffard In listening to Catriona’s Podcast, (Asking for a friend) the topic of “permission” flowed so beautifully and powerfully through each episode!  I was therefore delighted to have her on the Nurture Pod to lean in on the topic!  Catriona shares and helps us identify the potential of this ‘simple’ tool; not only in our comprehensive education but also in our; capacity for pleasure, expression, identity, intimate narratives, expectations,...

Drug use is a difficult and controversial topic, increasingly so, when we consider it in the light of intimate engagements. Two taboos collide. You will notice my careful choice of words, hesitancy and curiosity in exploring this topic. Aoife enlightens us as she explains the details of “chemsex”, pleasure / pain balance, communication strategies,   Although controversial, we encourage open-mindedness and  a willingness to learn as its through knowledge that we can best serve not only...

5 tips to nurture intimacy in the postpartum period. Psychologist, Sharmon Reddington from MUM Well shares; advice, tips, realistic and relatable postpartum intimacy challenges as well as solutions. All in 22 minutes!  I Thoroughly enjoyed this episode! I am sure you will too!  Todays Guest: Sharmon: I’m a registered psychological counsellor with a special interest in perinatal (Perinatal is the period of time when you become pregnant and up to a year after giving birth) mental health. I...

The Talk, About Sex… Casey Blake The Talks, when and how to start? This is a must listen episode, it will encourage you to think deeply and possibly challenge your perspectives about how to give these ‘talks’ as well as how they might be received. The empowerment awaits, so that YOU can confidently move toward starting conversations about topics that youth is undoubtedly already exposed to. #anatomy, #bodyautonomy, #consent, #relationshipdynamics, #heteronormativity, #genderdiversity  Caseys...

Trauma Psychotherapy, Lisa Grant-Stuart Trauma, a word we are hearing more and more and an emotional repose that you may wish to distance yourself from. Join myself and psychotherapist Lisa, as she explains the ways in which we may experience trauma, how it might show up and the neurotherapies available to aid in desensitisation and processing of traumatic memories and adapting the behavioural and physiological responses that may accompany triggers.  Lisa Grant-Stuart is a Counselling...

Join myself and Kirsty as we discuss what to expect during pregnancy and postpartum physiotherapy. In this transformative life phase, it is not uncommon for new parents to feel mislead or poorly informed about their pelvic health concerns, not knowing if symptoms are ‘normal’ or where to turn… you may find yourself asking “why did no one tell me”. We discuss the transitional phase that we are all in today, as we move away from a period of shame and a lack of insight toward feeling empowered,...

Trauma Informed Care, Dr Krystyna Holland Trauma informed care is an important topic to understand as both the patient and the provider. Join us as we discuss the what happens during a trauma response, how it may present, how to hold a space for patients and how to mitigate trauma responses in both patients and providers. Dr. Krystyna Holland, PT (she/her)  is a physical therapist in Denver, Colorado specializing in the provision of trauma informed pelvic floor care to individuals across...

It’s not in your head!  New book “Empty Cages” that Jess so generously shares is applicable to anyone, no matter where you may be on your journey. Whether it’s adult ADHA (like Jess), your own new diagnosis; vaginismus, endometriosis, postpartum depression… or the diagnosis of a friend/family member. Jess shares real, raw and relatable experiences to disarm and unlock cages. Jess Basson lives in Westbrook on the east coast of South Africa, with her husband Tom and their two wildlings,...

Pregnancy related Pelvic Girdle Pain. You won’t see RELAXIN here!  5 unexpected risk factors for pregnancy related pelvic girdle pain. The latest on how to manage and treat pregnancy related pelvic girdle pain, a guide for patients and practitioners. Sinéad Dufour PT PhD Dr. Sinéad Dufour is an Associate Clinical Professor in the Faculty of Health Science at McMaster University.  She teaches and conducts research in the Schools of Medicine, Nursing and Rehabilitation Science.  She completed...

Welcome to the Nurture Pod - Pelvic & Sexual health, a new podcast from Candice Langford, pelvic health physiotherapist. You can also follow along for the YouTube VideoCast by CLICKING HERE Through this platform I intend on normalising the narrative in the pelvic health world through interviews with a vast array of individuals. We will be speaking confidently and comfortably about topics that are all too often been considered 'taboo'. The fact is that; Pee, Poo, Pleasure, Pain, Periods,...