90. Unlocking Pelvic Health with Dr. Emily Wilson of Pelvic Wisdom in Yarmouth, Maine

MyMaine Birth

MyMaine Birth
90. Unlocking Pelvic Health with Dr. Emily Wilson of Pelvic Wisdom in Yarmouth, Maine
Sep 05, 2024 Season 2 Episode 90
Angela Laferriere

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Unlock the secrets to better pelvic health with Dr. Emily Wilson of Pelvic Wisdom Physical Therapy.  Emily shares her compelling journey into pelvic floor therapy, starting from an unexpected discovery during her education, to becoming a passionate advocate for personalized care. Learn about the transformative power of pelvic floor therapy, especially during pregnancy, conception, and postpartum care, and how it can radically improve your well-being.

Discover why Emily emphasizes the importance of relaxation and breath work in preparing your pelvic floor for labor. She explains how stress and tension in the sacrum and pelvic floor can lead to discomfort, and how personalized assessments can make all the difference.  Emily also sheds light on postpartum healing practices, including the closing of the bones ceremony and methods to address diastasis recti.  Get practical advice and holistic support tips that can help new mothers feel balanced and comfortable in their bodies again.

Finally, explore the deep impact of birth trauma and the importance of healing for the entire family. Emily offers insightful techniques like meditative practices and scar tissue work to help mothers reclaim and rewrite their birth stories. Learn about the hands-on, patient-centered services provided by Dr. Wilson at Pelvic Wisdom Physical Therapy and find out how to connect with her for future classes focused on embodiment and pleasure as medicine. Whether in-person or virtual, her holistic approach blends energetic and somatic trauma work with physical therapy for comprehensive care.

You can connect with Dr. Emily Wilson through her website by clicking here:   https://www.pelvicwisdom.com/

Or over on Instagram by clicking here:   https://www.instagram.com/pelvic_wisdom/?hl=en

MyMaine Birth is a space where we share the real life stories of families and their unique birth experiences in the beautiful state of Maine.  From our state's biggest hospitals to Birth Center Births, and home births, every birth story deserves to be heard and celebrated.  Whether you're a soon to be mom, a seasoned mother, or simply interested in the world of birth, these episodes are for you.  

If you're interested in Doula Support or Birth Photography for your upcoming Birth, head over to my website to inquire about your due date.

https://www.mymainebirth.com

You can also message me over on instagram by clicking here:  https://www.instagram.com/mymainebirth

Birth Plan Essentials - September 21, 2024  11am- noon - Join me for a Free Workshop, hosted each month for the rest of this year at the Old Town Public Library.  

In this workshop we dive into the intricacies of creating your own personalized birth plan, and how to navigate the decision making process with confidence and clarity.  

We cover ALL of your options including - general labor options, variations of normal, induction and augmentation options, comfort measures and medical pain relief options that may be available to you, the second stage and pushing options, the third stage and immediate postpartum options, uncommon labor complications and so, so much more...  I literally cover every single thing that could come up for you, so don't miss out!

I plan to host these for free once a month until the end of this year at the Old Town Public Library.  The next one is on Saturday September 21, from 11am to noon.

As a special gift, you'll receive a complimentary template to help you craft your ideal birth plan - whether you're planning to birth in the hospital, at a birth