My Fertility Podcast
Hello superhumans! My Fertility Podcast is hosted by Dr. Meivys Garcia and Dr. Marta Wais, REIs at Markham Fertility Centre. Each week we'll explore the many facets of conception, pregnancy, and reproductive health. We're not just talking about the medical side of things, but also the emotional, psychological, and even the societal aspects that come with the journey to parenthood. Infertility is hard enough. Our goal is to provide education along with a good dose of encouragement and support. Whether you're just starting to think about having a baby, actively trying or facing challenges along the way, My Fertility Podcast will be your go to resource for honest conversations and a supportive community. Let's demystify the world of fertility together.
My Fertility Podcast
EP45: Pelvic physiotherapy treatments and vaginismus explained with Courtney and Aparnaa from Cornerstone Physiotherapy
Today we welcome Courtney and Aparnaa to speak about pelvic physio treatments and the impact of vaginismus on fertility.
Courtney is a Physiotherapist who works at Cornerstone Physiotherapy in Richmond Hill. She has been working as a Physiotherapist for over 15years and in the specialization of Pelvic Physiotherapy for 10. She loves working with all sorts of pelvic conditions including: incontinence, pelvic pain, vaginismus and helping women prepare their bodies for birth. She finds it truly rewarding to get patients back to meaningful life activities and/or living a better quality of life.
Aparnaa is a Physiotherapist at Cornerstone Physiotherapy in Richmond Hill, specializing in pelvic health. With 2 years of experience, she treats both male and female patients with varying pelvic floor conditions and supports those preparing for childbirth. As a CrossFit athlete, Aparnaa loves teaching patients how to engage their pelvic floor during exercise without the fear of weakening it, helping them incorporate pelvic health into their fitness routines. She is dedicated to restoring function, improving quality of life, and supporting her patients in achieving their goals—whether it’s overcoming pain, preparing for childbirth, or enhancing performance.
Social Links:
Facebook https://www.facebook.com/CornerstonePhysio
Instagram https://www.instagram.com/cornerstonephysio
Resources:
Free virtual talk that happens 1x/month run by our group for expecting moms to learn more about their bodies and pelvic floor and how it pertains to pregnancy, birth and postpartum
https://cornerstonephysio.com/resources/belly-birth-beyond-free-prenatal-class/
Blogs:
What is vaginismus? https://cornerstonephysio.com/resources/what-is-vaginismus/
Preparing for child birth https://cornerstonephysio.com/resources/prepare-for-childbirth/
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