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If you’ve ever been told that your painful periods are “normal” or something you just must put up with you’re not alone. Endometriosis Australia reported that 1 in 7 females and those assigned female at birth, or 14% of girls and women in Australia are now estimated to live with Endometriosis. This is an increase from previously reported 1 in 9 or 11%. So, what is endometriosis? Endometriosis is a condition where tissue (endometrium) similar to the lining of the uterus grows

By Eleanor Lambert There’s lots of noise when it comes to planning for the birth of your child. In the age of social media and algorithms, it’s easy to feel overwhelmed with all of the differing opinions around the “best” way to bring your child into this world. As an experienced birth doula and women’s health physiotherapist, these are my top three tips. 1. Knowledge really is power A lot of parents avoid looking into their birth ‘options’ as they fear it will increase their

As pelvic health physiotherapists, we often focus on pelvic floor and core recovery after birth, but there’s an area that deserves equal attention: the shoulders, arms, and wrists. In the early postpartum period, many new parents experience pain, stiffness, or weakness in the distal arm and wrist. These symptoms can significantly impact daily functioning, from lifting your baby and pushing a stroller, to feeding, carrying laundry, or using your phone. Today, we’re diving into

By Stephanie McKenzie Vaginal dryness is a common concern that many women experience at different stages of life yet it’s not often talked about. Whether related to hormonal changes, menopause, breastfeeding, certain medications or pelvic health conditions, dryness can lead to discomfort, irritation and even pain with sexual intercourse. What is a Vaginal Moisturiser? A vaginal moisturiser is a product designed to hydrate and maintain the natural moisture balance of the vagin

Many people associate ‘constipation’ with those firm, little ‘rabbit droppings’ poos that leave you feeling sore and frustrated. However there is more to constipation than the size of your stool, and it’s really how well you are emptying your bowels that matters. What Is Constipation? Constipation is defined as any problem with passing stool. Constipation generally means passing fewer than three stools a week or having a difficult time passing stool. Constipation is often typ

Pregnancy brings about many changes to your body. One lesser-known but fairly common condition is vulval varicosities aka dilated veins in the labia majora and labia minora. What Are Vulval Varicosities? Vulval varicosities are similar to varicose veins in the legs, but they occur around the vulva. They are most commonly seen during pregnancy, with studies suggesting they affect 8–22% of pregnant women. They're more likely to develop during subsequent pregnancies and typicall