Pelvic Health
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How to Treat Vaginismus at Home
Vaginismus is a condition that affects many individuals, often causing frustration, discomfort, and even feelings of isolation. But you’re not alone—vaginismus is a treatable condition, and with the right support and exercises, healing is possible. In this blog, we’ll explore the causes, symptoms, and ways you can regain comfort and control over your body. -
Menopause and Your Pelvic Floor
Menopause introduces a whole new set of changes to a woman’s life. We often talk about hot flushes, trouble sleeping, and mood swings—but did you know there’s also a connection between menopause and your pelvic floor health? -
Your Guide to The Best Lubes
Discover the ultimate guide to lubricants for comfort, pleasure, and vaginal health. Learn about water-based, silicone, and oil-based lubricants, their benefits, and how they can help with menopause, dryness, and enhancing intimacy. Safe, natural options at Blossom Pelvic Health -
Understanding Overactive Pelvic Floor Muscles in Endometriosis: A Guide for Endo Warriors
If you're on the journey of managing endometriosis, you may have heard that your pelvic floor muscles are overactive or even in spasm. For many "Endo Warriors," this is just another layer of complexity added to an already challenging condition. Let’s break down what it means to have overactive pelvic floor muscles and how it connects to your endometriosis. -
How to Use a Pelvic Wand
Pelvic pain, often accompanied by discomfort during sexual activity, can significantly impact quality of life. Common culprits include muscle spasm and overactivity, hypersensitivity and scar tissue affecting the pelvic floor and vulva. These "tissue issues" can restrict blood flow, irritate nerves, and limit flexibility, leading to pain and dysfunction.
Pregnancy
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Symphysis Pubis Dysfunction (SPD) in Pregnancy
Pelvic girdle pain (PGP) is a common concern during pregnancy, affecting 1 in 5 women. Among its more specific conditions is Symphysis Pubis Dysfunction (SPD), which often causes sharp, shooting pain at the front of your pelvis or groin. The good news? There are effective strategies to relieve the pain and help you feel more comfortable throughout your pregnancy. -
Vulvar Varicosities
Most of us are familiar with varicose veins. But what we don't often talk about are varicose veins that pop up on your lady bits during pregnancy aka vulvar varicosities. Anywhere from 4-24% of us experience vulvar varicosities during pregnancy and they can affect any part of the outside bits of your vagina (commonly the outer lips) and upper thighs.
