Many people are told that leaking urine, pelvic pain, or feeling “off” after pregnancy is simply something they have to live with- but that’s far from the truth. In this episode, Deb sits down with pelvic floor physical therapist Dr. Sneha Gazi to unpack some of the biggest misconceptions surrounding pelvic floor health during pregnancy and postpartum. Together, they explore what pelvic floor dysfunction actually looks like, why it’s so often normalized, and how small changes can make a big difference.
Dr. Gazi explains how the pelvic floor works in harmony with the breath, posture, and the rest of the body, challenging the idea that more Kegels are always the answer. She also shares practical ways to support pelvic health throughout pregnancy, what realistic postpartum recovery can look like, and the subtle signs that it’s time to seek professional support. This empowering conversation reminds parents that pain and dysfunction are common- but they are not normal, and help is available.
In this episode, we discuss:
- Common pelvic floor symptoms that shouldn’t be dismissed
- Pregnancy and postpartum myths that may contribute to dysfunction
- Why the pelvic floor doesn’t function in isolation
- The relationship between breathing, posture, movement, and pelvic health
- Simple ways to support your pelvic floor during pregnancy
- What postpartum recovery can realistically look like
- Signs it’s time to seek help from a pelvic floor physical therapist
- Why pelvic floor dysfunction is treatable and shouldn’t be normalized
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About Dr. Sneha
Dr. Sneha Gazi is a Doctor of Physical Therapy, certified yoga teacher, former professional dancer, and the Founder and CEO of Sneha Physical Therapy, serving patients throughout New York, New Jersey, and Maryland. She earned her doctorate from Columbia University and combines evidence-based physical therapy with movement, yoga, mindfulness, and pain science to help people improve function and reduce pain. Dr. Gazi specializes in pelvic health, supporting birthing parents through concerns including pelvic pain, incontinence, diastasis recti, scar tissue, and postpartum recovery. She is also the founder of the nonprofit Physical Therapy International Foundation and the host of the health and wellness podcast Fit As A Fiddle.
Connect with Dr. Sneha:
- Website: https://www.snehaphysicaltherapy.com/
- Instagram: @snehaphysicaltherapy
- Fit as a Fiddle Podcast
Check out similar Yoga| Birth| Babies episodes:
- The Pelvic Floor and Birth with Dr. Millie Schweky DPT, CPT
- Induction at 39 Weeks: What the Data Says and What It Doesn’t with Dr. Elizabeth Langen
- What Happens at a Pelvic Floor PT Appointment with Dr. Amy Stein
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