The Pelvic Floor, Postpartum & The Truth Nobody Told You

Let me take you back to when I had my first baby.

I had no clue about pelvic floors. None.
Did anyone tell me about it? Nope.
Did the doctor, midwife, or obstetrician mention it? Not once.
Was I handed a baby, a few nappies, and basically told, "Good luck out there!" Yep.

Fast forward to baby number two—still no mention of pelvic health.
It wasn’t until years later (cue: insert facepalm) that I found out about things like prolapse, pelvic physios, and the fact that peeing yourself when you jump is actually not something you just have to live with.

That’s why I recorded this episode of The StacyM Show with Jen Dugard from MumSafe.
Because let’s be honest—women deserve better information about their bodies.

What’s Really Going On Down There?

For most women, pelvic health is this weird, awkward topic no one talks about until something goes wrong.
Leaking during workouts?
Painful sex?
Recurring UTIs?
Heavy dragging feeling "down there"?

We’re told it’s normal.
But just because it’s common doesn’t mean it’s normal—and it sure as hell doesn’t mean you have to accept it.

In fact, lots of women are walking around with what’s called a hypertonic pelvic floor. That basically means your pelvic muscles are too tight—which is just as problematic as being too weak.

Imagine flexing your bicep all day without letting it go. It would hurt, right?
Same goes for your pelvic floor.

The result?

• UTIs that keep coming back

• Pain during sex

• Lower back and hip pain

• Incontinence during exercise (hello, trampoline terror)

And here’s the kicker: a lot of young women experience this long before they’ve had kids, especially if they’ve done high-intensity sports.

Why Don’t We Talk About This More?

Honestly? I don’t know.
But it’s wild that we get more education on how to use a tampon than how to take care of our pelvic floor.
We watch Degrassi High for sex ed, and then we’re left to figure out the rest on our own.

I’ve said it before and I’ll say it again:
We don’t know what we don’t know.

What Can You Do About It?

Whether you’ve had babies or not, your pelvic floor health matters.
Here’s where to start:

1. See a Pelvic Health Physio

Not just a regular physio—a pelvic health specialist. They’ll assess whether your muscles are too tight, too weak, or just need some TLC.

2. Pay Attention to Your Body

Leaking? Painful sex? Hip pain?
These are not things you should just put up with.

3. Stay Active, But Smart

Movement is great—but it needs to be safe and supportive.
That’s why Jen runs MumSafe™—so women can work with trainers who actually understand this stuff.

And Hey, Dads & Partners—This Is For You Too

If you’re supporting a partner through pregnancy, postpartum, or even just life in general, this is your chance to show up better.
Knowing how pelvic health works can help you understand what she’s going through (and why she might snap if you suggest a trampoline park weekend).

Let’s Change the Narrative

Your body is not broken because you had a baby.
Your pelvic floor shouldn’t control your life.
And you don’t have to suffer in silence.

If you’re ready to hear the full conversation (and trust me, you want to), listen to this episode of The StacyM Show now:

🎧 Listen to the episode here.

Or, if you’ve been nodding along going, "Yep, that’s me"—book a free 15-minute chat with us here.

Helpful Links:

• Listen to the Full Episode

• MumSafe™ Website

• Find a Pelvic Health Physio (Australia)

• Book Your Free 15-Minute Legal Chat