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Your go to podcast for real talk about women’s bodies, pelvic floor health, hormones, pregnancy, sex, and healing all through a mix of science and intuition.
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Send us a text Feeling stressed, stuck, or overwhelmed? In this episode, Dr. Millie and Dr. Yardena Bauer dive into the fascinating world of the vagus nerve, the body’s hidden switch between fight-or-flight and rest-and-digest. You’ll learn why stress shows up the way it does, how visceral manipulation supports your organs, and simple, practical tools you can use at home, like breathwork, temperature shifts, music, and connection, to calm your nervous system and feel grounded agai...
Send us a text Your gut isn’t just about digestion, it’s the key to your mood, hormones, and overall health! In this powerful conversation, Dr. Millie Schweky sits down with Dr. Yardena Bauer (PhD, dietitian, and hormone nutrition expert) to unpack the surprising connection between gut health, hormone balance, and emotional well-being. Discover how your microbiome impacts serotonin, why “period poops” happen, and practical ways to support your body with fiber, probiotics, and nourishing foods...
Send us a text In this first ever solo episode, Dr. Millie Schweky discusses the worst advice her patients have received about sex, emphasizing the importance of understanding pain, communication, and consent. She addresses common misconceptions surrounding sexual health, the impact of contraception, and the need for education and self-advocacy. Millie encourages listeners to trust their bodies and seek help when needed, promoting a holistic approach to sexual wellness. LINKS! My Amazon Store...
Send us a text Welcome back to What They Didn’t Tell You: From Core to Floor! In Episode 8, Dr. Millie Schweky and certified sex coach Galya Falkson answer two of the most vulnerable questions in the Q&A box: “Why don’t I feel anything during sex?” “And why do I feel so alone during Niddah?” Spoiler: It’s not just in your head and it’s absolutely something you can work through. Inside: What “sensitivity” really means and how arousal plays a major roleWhy your clitoris needs blood f...
Send us a text Welcome back to another juicy episode of What They Didn’t Tell You: From Core to Floor! In this no-holds-barred Q&A, Dr. Millie Schweky is joined again by sex coach Galya Falkson to pull back the curtain on the biggest mysteries in female pleasure: squirting and the G-spot. In this episode, we dive into: What squirting really is (hint: it’s not pee... but maybe a little?)The truth about the G-spot and how it’s actually just clitoral stimulation from the insideWhy pleasure ...
Send us a text What do you do when sex hurts, your therapist says to stop, and your partner just… doesn’t get it? In this no-filter episode, Dr. Millie dives deep into the emotional, physical, and relational complexities of painful sex and how couples can stay connected and empowered without rushing into penetration. What’s Inside: What the “fear-pain cycle” is… and how to break it.The truth about fairness in intimacy (spoiler: you matter too)Real scripts to help you talk to your partner with...
Send us a text In this episode, Dr. Millie answers listener-submitted questions that crack open the honest, nuanced world of sexual wellness and relational intimacy. She tackles: Why orgasms might require vibrators while on antidepressants and how to navigate that with your partnerHow to have conversations about sex with your fiancé before marriage (without feeling shame or confusion)What it means when sex doesn’t hurt but throbs afterHow lubrication, arousal, hydration, and hormones all play...
Send us a text In this episode: Dr. Millie and sex coach Galya tackle a listener's heartfelt question: "Who do I see first: pelvic floor PT or a sex therapist, when sex is painful?" Their answer? It depends... and you deserve to know why. You'll learn: What vaginismus is (and why it’s more common than you think).How to differentiate between muscle-related vs. emotional/psychological pain during intimacy.The truth about postpartum pain and the myth of the "loose" pelvic floor.Why even C-sectio...
Send us a text Welcome back to What They Didn’t Tell You: From Core to Floor! In this fiery third episode, Dr. Millie Schweky and certified sex coach Galya Falkson dive into some of the most under-discussed and misunderstood topics in women’s sexual health. What’s inside: How history of a c-section can lead to pelvic floor dysfunction, scar tissue pain, and nerve sensitivity and what you can do about itBusting myths: Why painful sex is never normal, and what to do if it’s been your reality fo...
Send us a text Welcome back to another spicy episode of What They Didn’t Tell You: From Core to Floor! In this Q&A-packed session, Dr. Millie Schweky teams up again with sex coach Galya Falkson to explore what’s really going on when orgasms feel out of reach. In this episode, we dive into: What to do when vibrators don’t work and why they’re not magic wandsThe role your brain plays in pleasure (yes, stress can shut it all down)Why prolapse affects orgasm and what to do about itMuscle tens...
Send us a text Welcome to the first episode of What They Didn't Tell You: From Core to Floor! Dr. Millie Schweky (pelvic floor PT and your new favorite girlfriend in your earbuds) and sex coach Galya Falkson kick off the Sex Q&A season with real talk on things many of us wonder but few of us say out loud. In this episode, we cover: The two types of desire: spontaneous vs. responsive (and why knowing the difference is a game-changer)What to do when partners have mismatched libidosIs pain d...
Send us a text Welcome to the very first episode of What They Didn’t Tell You: From Core to Floor! I’m your host, Dr. Millie Schweky, a pelvic floor physical therapist who’s done watching women be dismissed, misinformed, or left to Google their symptoms in secret. In this short and juicy pilot episode, I’m giving you the scoop on what podcast is all about and why I created it. Because let’s be real: leaking when you laugh isn’t just normal, sex isn’t supposed to hurt, and you definitely shoul...
Send us a text In this raw and real solo episode, Dr. Millie opens up about life behind the scenes, from balancing her work in Israel and the U.S. to the big shift of hiring an assistant, skyrocketing on Instagram, and navigating the personal journey of feeling empowered in her own body. She reflects on authenticity, body image, faith, and the importance of embracing both light and heavy seasons of life. With honesty, vulnerability, and encouragement, Millie invites you to find yo...
Send us a text What if your body could speak and tell you what it truly needs? In this episode, Dr. Millie sits down with Dr. Yardena Bauer to explore Body Talk and energy work, powerful practices that go beyond talk therapy to uncover hidden stress, stored trauma, and the body’s own wisdom. You’ll learn how guided body talk sessions, visualization, and energy healing can help release past experiences, calm the nervous system, and even support fertility, cycles, and overall well-being. From “...
Send us a text Struggling to understand how food impacts your fertility and hormones? In this episode, Dr. Millie sits down with Dr. Yardena Bauer to break down the science of fertility nourishment in a way that’s practical, simple, and empowering. We dive into the key nutrients, foods, and lifestyle habits that can boost egg quality, support hormone health, and prepare your body for conception. From good fats and proteins to why olive oil is a fertility superstar (and what to avoid lik...
Send us a text Red light therapy isn’t just a wellness trend, it’s a science-backed tool for boosting energy, calming inflammation, repairing skin, and even supporting your hormones. In this episode, Dr. Millie sits down with Dr. Yardena Bauer to uncover the truth behind red light therapy... how it works, the best ways to use it, and why it’s becoming a must-have in both beauty and health routines. From collagen production to thyroid health to unexpected pain relief, you’ll hear the science, ...
Send us a text In this follow-up to their hormone-nutrition series, Dr. Millie Schweky (pelvic-floor PT) and Dr. Yardena Bauer (endocrine dietitian, PhD) unpack how light exposure, circadian rhythm, and nightly screen habits can make or break hormone balance, energy, and fertility. What You’ll Learn Morning sunlight in 10 minutes: how red-light wavelengths boost serotonin, convert to melatonin at night, and support stable dopamine and mood.Afternoon “second light hit” to cue the brain that ev...
Send us a text In our previous episode, Dr. Millie and endocrine dietitian Dr. Yardena Bauer mapped the four phases of the menstrual cycle and showed how nutrition, training style, and sleep can be aligned with each phase for better energy, mood, and long‑term health. This follow‑up conversation goes a level deeper. Dr. Bauer explains what happens when energy intake doesn’t match those hormonal needs, specifically, how chronic undereating, extreme calorie deficits, and long‑term restrictive ...
Send us a text In this episode, Dr. Millie (your favorite pelvic floor PT) sits down with Dr. Yardena Bauer, an endocrine dietician with a powerhouse background in neuroscience, nutrition, and women’s health. Together, they break down what really happens across the four phases of the menstrual cycle and explore how syncing your nutrition, workouts, and lifestyle to your cycle can transform your health. They bust myths, share practical tips on food (yes to dark chocolate!), talk hormones, mood...
Send us a text In this raw, real, and ridiculously relatable conversation, Dr. Millie Schweky is joined by personal trainer and fitness educator Esther Taub to talk about the messy middle, where hustle meets burnout, and self-worth gets tangled up in six-packs and scale numbers. This isn’t your typical before-and-after story. It’s the truth behind what it really looks like to build a fitness empire, deconstruct toxic body narratives, and choose kindness over control. In this episode, we dive ...
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