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Pelvic Floor, Core & More | Healing Beyond Kegels: Core Rehab, Prenatal Fitness, Birth Prep, Postpartum Recovery, Nervous SysAuthor: Dr. Desiree Cassell Pelvic Floor Physical Therapist, Womens Health Specialist, Strong and Fit Momma
The podcast where nervous system healing meets pelvic floor rehab. Helping you LOVE movement again and LIVE WITHOUT PAIN, PRESSURE or PEEING YOUR PANTS!Im Dr. Desiree Cassell pelvic floor physical therapist, mom of 3, and your guide to embodied, empowered healing after birth. (And dont worry, you dont have to have birthed a child or even be a mom to benefit from this show. This is here for ALL Women, mom or not, Fit or Weak)Here, we go way beyond kegels.Youll learn how to: Heal pelvic floor symptoms like leaking (incontinence), prolapse (POP), and pain (Dyspareunia, Vulvodynia etc) Rebuild core strength without making symptoms worse Move through pregnancy and postpartum with confidence and connection Use breath, fascia, and nervous system tools for real, full-body restoration Shift from surviving to thriving in your body all during your daily routineAfter healing my own prolapse, leaking, and diastasis (that no one warned me about), I made it my mission to make sure no woman is brushed off or left behind again.Because these symptoms might be common but they are NOT normal. Subscribe for real-talk, expert support, and soul-led strategies to feel strong, safe, and free in your body again.It is time to get you out of those pads and back to loving movement again.... yes even jumping on the trampoline. Put your earbuds in, grab a glass of water, roll out your mat, and lets connectLearn www.balancedmomtality.comConnect or Inquiries About Wellness Consults PTDes@balancedmomtality.com Community Facebook @thebalancedmomtalityInstagram @the_balanced_momtalityWomens Health & Wellness Prenatal Fitness Postpartum Recovery Pelvic Floor Exercises Holistic Whole Body Healing Breathwork Fascia Release Emotional Embodiment Restore Your Core Somatic Healing Pregnancy Language: en Genres: Fitness, Health & Fitness, Medicine Contact email: Get it Feed URL: Get it iTunes ID: Get it Trailer: |
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168- Mental Load & Mismatched Desire or libido // When You Feel Touched Out, Shut Down, or Disconnected
Episode 172
Thursday, 12 February, 2026
How stress, emotional disconnection, and overwhelm impact intimacy (and what to do about it) If you’ve ever thought… “I love my partner, but I just don’t want sex.” “By the end of the day I’m touched out.” “I feel guilty that I’m never in the mood.” “Something feels off… but I don’t know what.” This episode is for you. Low desire isn’t always hormonal. It’s not always about attraction. And it’s definitely not because you’re broken. More often than not, it’s about mental load, nervous system overwhelm, and emotional disconnection. In today’s episode, we’re unpacking the invisible weight women carry — and how that weight directly impacts pelvic floor tension, arousal, pain with intercourse, and overall intimacy. Because desire doesn’t disappear randomly. It gets crowded out. In This Episode, We Cover: What the “mental load” actually is — and why it’s exhausting your nervous system How chronic stress increases pelvic floor tension and guarding Why feeling unsupported during the day shows up in the bedroom The connection between cortisol, safety, and arousal How resentment and emotional disconnection subtly affect your body The “Mental Load → Guarding → Guilt” cycle many women are stuck in Simple ways to rebuild emotional intimacy without pressure or performance Why This Matters for Pelvic Health Your pelvic floor does not exist in isolation. When you’re in fight-or-flight all day — planning, managing, caretaking, carrying the emotional labor of your home — your body does not magically flip into relaxation mode at night. Arousal requires parasympathetic safety. Pleasure requires softness. Connection requires nervous system regulation. You cannot feel open in a body that feels responsible for everything. Practical Ways to Bridge Emotional Intimacy We discuss: ✔️ Reducing the invisible labor load ✔️ Non-sexual connection rituals ✔️ Regulating your nervous system before initiating intimacy ✔️ Expanding your definition of intimacy beyond performance ✔️ Creating safety in micro-moments, not grand gestures Because foreplay doesn’t start in the bedroom. It starts in how supported you felt all day. Want a Structured Way to Rebuild Safety in Your Body? Make sure to check out the FREE Pain to Pleasure Masterclass inside the Pelvic Floor, Core & More App! Access Here: https://pelvic-floor-core-more.passion.io/login 🌀 Ready to feel stronger, more confident, and in tune with what it needs? If you’re done guessing and googling… If you’re ready to stop modifying your workouts out of fear… If you’re ready to move, lift, run, and LIVE without leaking, pain, or pressure... Then it’s time for RESTORE — my 12-week signature pelvic floor & core rehab program Evidence-based. Nervous system-informed. Holistically healing. Inside RESTORE you’ll get: ✔️ 12 weeks of progressive breathwork, mobility & strength ✔️ 5- and 20-minute workouts to fit your life ✔️ Deep pelvic floor education (with zero fluff) ✔️ Real-life tools to reduce pain, improve leaks, and feel like YOU again ✔️ Access to our private community and support Inside RESTORE, we cover: Breathwork + pelvic floor connection Mobility + posture Nervous system regulation Core control + strength building Real-life application to everyday movement And how to stop leaking, rushing to the bathroom, or feeling disconnected from your core You’ll walk away from RESTORE with clarity, confidence, and a body you trust again. JOIN RESTORE NOW FOR INSTANT ACCESS TO LESSONS AND EXERCISES!! https://pelvic-floor-core-more.passion.io/checkout/86181d29-9811-4a33-80df-a82de21fa8fe Or 💎 Learn More About RESTORE below, my 12-week program that walks you step by step through pelvic floor and core healing — so you can stop leaking, reduce prolapse symptoms, and feel strong again. https://balancedmomtality.com/restore 💖 Or Want Personalized 1:1 Coaching and Support? Book a virtual or in-person women’s health coaching/pelvic floor physical therapy session tailored to YOU. 📧 Email: PTDes@balancedmomtality.com ✨ Next Steps: 📲 Download the Pelvic Floor, Core & More App → for guided breathwork, mobility, and strength progressions you can do at home. - Download PCM App iTunes: https://apps.apple.com/us/app/pelvic-floor-core-more/id6740750561 - Download PCM App Google Play: https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=com.pqw8e051gua.pmh8skrtsapp&pcampaignid=web_share Or Access Inside the web Browser: https://pelvic-floor-core-more.passion.io/ 🎧 Don’t forget to subscribe to Pelvic Floor, Core & More so you never miss an empowering episode about pelvic floor health, core strength, and whole-body healing. 👉 If this episode resonated with you, share it with a mom friend who needs to hear that healing is possible. And don’t forget to subscribe so you never miss an empowering conversation about pelvic health, core strength, and whole-body healing. 🌿 Join the Momtality Community: 👯♀️ Free Facebook Group: Balanced Momtality Wellness + Support 💌 Get on the VIP list: https://newsletter.balancedmomtality.com/ 💬 Stay Connected: IG: @the_balanced_momtality FB: @thebalancedmomtality Web: www.balancedmomtality.com 🎧 Share the love: Found this powerful? Send it to a mama who’s ready to rise — and don’t forget to leave a 5-star review! 💖 Prefer 1:1 or Hybrid Support? Let’s build a plan just for you. 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