Help! Why Is My Outer Thigh Numb and Tingly?

Paresthetica Meralgia is a condition that is characterized by numbness and tingling in the outer thigh and knee area. There can also be a burning sensation associated with it as well. This condition is connected with the lateral femoral cutaneous nerve, a nerve that supplies sensation to the surface of the outer leg. It runs … Read more

C-Section Does Not “Spare Your Pelvic Floor”

Did you have a c-section delivery? Did you know that this is a major abdominal surgery? You had your abdominal wall cut through to get to that baby. And, keep in mind, you had a pregnancy with a growing baby that put stress and strain on your body, your pelvic floor, your abdominals. During pregnancy, … Read more

“My Insides Feel Like They’re Falling Out”

Ever felt like this? I hear this concern ALL THE TIME! “I just had a baby, and I feel like my insides are coming out, especially at the end of the day.” or “I’ve been told I have a prolapse, but I’m not sure what to do next.” This is so very common. Vaginal heaviness, … Read more

Recovery From C-section Vs. Vaginal Delivery

Recovery from childbirth can be intimidating, scary, and just downright hard. We get asked all the time from expecting moms, especially those who are expecting multiples, “what is the difference between a c-section and vaginal delivery when it comes to recovery?” or “Can I save my pelvic floor if I opt for a C-section?” So … Read more

How to check for Diastasis Recti

Abdominal separation is all the talk these days. It seems that a lot of prominent fitness experts are coming out with new programs on “how I healed my diastasis.” As we talked in previous posts, diastasis is a separation of the abdominal muscles from the linea alba (the midline fascia/connective tissue). One of the most … Read more