Sleep is a struggle for all moms at some point! No matter if you are getting up with a baby overnight, you have toddlers who don't sleep well, or you are experiencing insomnia as a symptom of perimenopause, we can all work on improving sleep. No matter what stage of motherhood you are in, we hope some of these tips help improve your quality of sleep!

Mom Guilt is something we all struggle with at some point, no matter if you stay at home, work, own a business, or travel a lot. It is unavoidable, but realize that sometimes priorities have to shift slightly in order to take care of our own physical and mental health too. Perhaps it helps to know how we handle it when owning businesses gives us fewer choices!

So many women avoid running and jumping because they leak, or they are worry about leaking. This is super common, but no amount of leakage is normal! If this is something you struggle with, listen up so you better understand what happens to different body parts in the postpartum period and why that can lead to leakage with activities where shock absorption is required. There are so many factors that can contribute, and there is never a one-size-fits-all solution!

Before you get all bent out of shape about this topic, understand that we realize how frustrating it can be to pay so much money toward your insurance and feel like you are never actually able to benefit from the money you spend. However, as more and more providers move to a cash-pay model, it is important you understand why, so you can channel your frustration appropriately. If you feel like all the money you pay in premiums and deductibles has gotten you know where, be sure to listen to this episode before you call your provider's office and complain about your bills!

That's a wrap on 2025! The years keep passing faster when you are a mom, and as business owners it feels like they are flying by even quicker! In this episode, we talk about our wins for the past year, and take a moment to reflect on our accomplishments. Thanks for being here with us as we kick off 2026!

Let's talk about sex, baby! Painful sex postpartum is something so many women struggle with, but also don't usually speak up about. It is more common than you might think, and something that is frequently treated in pelvic floor physical therapy. If you have been struggling with this, are afraid of this happening, or have been told it's normal - listen up!

Today, we are giving it to your straight. It might be hard to hear, but your expectations for your results need to match the effort you are putting in. Your basic habits and consistency with them are a massive part of the results you want to see, and there is just no avoiding that! So, in this episode we are forcing you to level set your expectations and explaining why you simply can't skip steps A and B if you want to get to C!

Pubic Symphysis Dysfunction is an actual pain in the crotch. If you've experienced it during pregnancy, you know what we mean! The cause, however, and therefore the treatment, is different for everyone. There is no one-size-fits-all treatment for SPD, but you definitely don't have to just live with the pain! No matter what, this is absolutely something you should see a Pelvic Floor Therapist for, even if you've been told 'it's just part of pregnancy' or 'it will go away when you deliver the baby' - because that is not always the case!

This time of year can be tough on everyone, especially moms. The colder weather, the shorter days, the expectations, and the busy holiday schedule can bring on a lot of stress. Today, we are talking about how to reframe your thinking if you tend to struggle with this time of year. Seasonal depression is real, but you are in control of your habits, your actions, and how well you prioritize taking care of yourself so you can make the most out of it. We are here to help you thrive instead of just survive!

The Strong Mom Studio has it's own app! The studio is in no way a big commercial gym or fitness chain, but for a more seamless user experience and to better manage the business, it was time to level up. In today's episode, we talk about how the business is doing things differently now, how the launch went, and what wins and struggles we faced along the way.

Rebuilding your core strength and stability is a full body effort! In today's episode, we are talking about how you can't only work your core if you want to really build core strength and stability - it's always a full body approach. This is something that is naturally part of a strength training program when the goal is overall fitness, but clients are not always as bought-in when they are in pelvic floor physical therapy for core-related issues such as diastasis recti or back pain. If you think the only way to improve your core weakness is by doing more isolated core work, listen up!

Jenn was recently interviewed for an article in Goop, Gwyneth Paltrow's health and wellness blog. The article has a spicy title "The Chair That Might Save your Sex Life - and Your Pelvic Floor" and is all about the Emsella Chair - a newer 'device' often featured at med spas and other similar establishments. While the title might make the Emsella Chair sound amazing, Jenn pushed back and educates readers on what our pelvic floor muscles really need to function well, which no device can replicate. 

Chronic UTIs - but is it really? Today, we are talking about all things UTI. How to figure out if you are actually having UTIs, root causes, and who you should actually be seeking advice on this topic from. This topic came about from a Facebook moms group post that just got out of control real fast - and it was a good opportunity for us to clear up some myths!

To continue celebrating the 100 episode mark, we have decided to highlight a few of our top episodes! These episodes were from pretty far back, but still gets downloads regularly which tells us moms are searching for information on these topics. 

Today, we are bringing back the Feminine Hygiene episode! This TMI topic was a hit, probably because no one wants to admit they are curious about vaginal odor, what to use, and what to avoid down there. Even if you think you have no trouble in this department, we promise you there is a ton to learn from this episode!

To continue celebrating the 100 episode mark, we have decided to highlight a few of our top episodes! These episodes were from pretty far back, but still get downloads regularly which tells us moms are searching for information on these topics. 

Today, we are bringing back the poop episode! This TMI topic was a hit, probably because no one wants to admit they struggle with it. Even if you think you have no trouble in this department, we promise you there is a ton to learn from this episode! Listen for you, and listen to understand how to help your kids too!

To continue celebrating the 100 episode mark, we have decided to highlight a few of our top episodes! These episodes were from pretty far back, but still get downloads regularly which tells us moms are searching for information on these topics. Today, we are bringing back the c-section episode! If you have had a c-section, think you may need one, or know someone who has had or will be having one, please listen and share! It's never too early or too late to learn more about c-section recovery.

We are thrilled to hit the 100 episode mark today! We weren't kidding when we said we have both dropped all of the balls in so many different areas - expect this one! We felt like the only way to do a podcast was to go all in - and we totally have. Through business drama, summer schedules, school holidays and sick kids, we prioritized recording and we hope you have enjoyed the journey to 100 as much as we have! Now, please show us some 100 episode love by rating (5 stars if you wouldn't mind) and leaving a review wherever you listen. Thank you for being here!

Are you the type of person who says yes to everything and suddenly feels overwhelmed because there is no time left for you? We get it, and we aren't perfect in this category either! This is a work in progress for us, and this episode is all about why we think it's probably something you need to work on too.