The Dr. Jess Show

Pregnancy and childbirth bring incredible joy, but they also bring changes to our bodies that may not be discussed enough. In this episode, we'll unravel the intricacies of postpartum pelvic health – from the physical transformations to the emotional and mental aspects of recovery. We have a special treat for you today as we'll be joined by a women's health specialist Lynn Schulte, PT and Founder of the Birth Healing Institute who will share invaluable insights into exercises, practices, and tips for postpartum pelvic well-being. So, whether you're a new mom, soon-to-be mom, or someone supporting a mom through this journey, stick around for an empowering conversation about postpartum pelvic health. Let's kick off this episode and explore the ways we can support and empower each other on this beautiful and transformative path of motherhood.

In today's episode, we dive into a powerful success story of overcoming bladder leakage and embracing pelvic health. Meet our incredible guest, Kori Johnson - Hoopes, OTR/L who bravely opens up about her personal struggle with bladder leakage. Learn about Kori’s background and how pelvic health issues impacted her daily life and how she is now on the other side of it, helping others with their bladder challenges.

Pelvic organ prolapse occurs when the muscles and tissues that support the pelvic organs weaken or become damaged. This can result in one or more pelvic organs, such as the bladder, uterus, or rectum, descending or bulging into the vaginal canal. It's a condition that affects many women, and it's essential to know that you're not alone. Here at our practice, we understand that pelvic prolapse can have a profound impact on your quality of life. That's why I want to share some key insights and recommendations to help you navigate this condition. We will also hear from Sherrie Palm, the Founder/CEO of APOPS, Association for Pelvic Organ Prolapse Support. Sher’s recently released fourth book about pelvic organ prolapse, THE BIGGEST SECRET IN WOMEN’S HEALTH: Stigma, Indifference, Outrage, and Optimism, follows her prior award-winning book Pelvic Organ Prolapse: The Silent Epidemic. Sher is a pelvic organ prolapse patient advocate, vaginal and intimate health activist, internationally recognized speaker, POP key opinion leader, and prolific writer regarding POP physical, emotional, social, sexual, fitness, and employment quality of life impacts.                                                                                                                                                                      Recognizing a need to shift the global view of the remaining stigmatized aspects of women’s health, Sher takes steps to pioneer change. Her engagement in the evolution of POP awareness enable patient voice to be an integral aspect of the advancement of women’s health and wellness protocol.

Living with Stress Urinary Incontinence can be challenging, but it doesn’t have to define you. We kick things off by unveiling the mystery behind SUI, what it is exactly, and why it is more common than we think. Join me as we explore the basics, debunk myths, and lay the foundation for a journey of understanding. Head over to aranciapt.com to learn more about how the pelvic health specialists at Arancia can help.

Have you been struggling to heal from chronic pain? In the realm of alternative medicine and bodywork therapies, Myofascial Release has emerged as a powerful technique for alleviating pain, improving flexibility, and restoring overall well-being. With over four decades of experience, John Barnes has revolutionized the way we understand and approach Myofascial Release. In this podcast, we will explore the essence of John Barnes Myofascial Release technique, it’s principles, benefits, and why it has gained widespread recognition among practitioners and patients alike. To find an MFR therapist near you, visit mfrtherapists.com and search your state for a qualified therapist!

If you're expecting a baby or had one recently, you must have come to know what a roller coaster ride it is. Full of emotions, excitement, fear, and unfortunately, pain! Pregnancy is the time when a woman surrenders her entire body for the beautiful purpose of bringing a new life into the world. Pregnancy doesn't only cost your physical health but also your mental wellbeing. This is because your body goes through various changes, which are sometimes very uncomfortable. Many of these discomforts may persist after your pregnancy as well. One such is coccyx pain. In simpler words, it is the pain you feel in your tailbone. I had significant tailbone pain which lasted a good 7 weeks after giving birth to my son Teddy. The pain I experienced was significant at times making sitting unbearable. I was only able to get comfortable laying on my side, So, if your tailbone has become a real pain in the butt, keep listening!

You’ve probably heard of your pelvic floor and you know it’s somewhere “down there,” but you probably don’t know all the incredible things it does for you every day. You can thank your pelvic floor for your ability to get out of bed in the morning and your ability to control your urinary and bowel functions. Yup, life would be pretty grim (and messy) without our trusty pelvic floors. In this blog, we’re going to cover some pelvic floor basics, as well as discuss how the pelvic floor is influenced by our breathing, posture, and movement patterns. Tune in & lets get started!

This was a question we recently got from a prospective patient who called our clinic looking to book an appointment for pelvic health physical therapy. She didn’t know much about us or how we stand out from basic PT’s so listen in to learn more about our unique approach!

The following episode will guide you through a healing meditation that focuses on setting intentions. Listen and follow along and set your intentions for 2023 while releasing anything from this past year that you’re ready to let go of.

We're seeking a highly motivated physical therapist, occupational therapist and/ or massage therapist who wants to put their talents, time, and energy toward patients instead of paperwork - and be part of a winning team that gets RESULTS. • Join a team of hard-working A-players who believe in normalizing outstanding, quality care - along with a 5-star experience that people are happy and willing to pay for and tell their friends about. • Join a team that values growth, learning, and mentorship, so you can feel confident delivering outstanding results and outcomes for your patients. • We thrived through the pandemic and have built a people first, patient second culture that values high quality results and outcomes, along with team-work and a no-ego office policy. • You spend 1/3 of your life at work - shouldn't you choose a place where you can feel fulfilled and where you're making a real difference? If you're tired of seeing 12-16 patients per day and working super hard for minimal fulfillment - keep reading and see if you might be a good fit for our team and culture. About our Company: Arancia Physical Therapy is not your typical physical therapy or health care office. We specialize in helping people with chronic pain and or pelvic floor dysfunction stay active, healthy and mobile - without pain pills or procedures - so they can do the activities they love for as long as possible. We use physical therapy and myofascial release to empower people through movement, so they feel more confident in their bodies and with trying new things! Email your resume and cover letter to INFO@ARANCIAPT.COM now! RELOCATION BONUS to those who are out of state considering this fantastic opportunity!

Physical Therapy for your lady parts! Dr. Jess specializes in helping women restore their pelvic health so they can get back to enjoying all the things an active, healthy woman should enjoy; exercising, laughing with friends and family without fear of leaking, and yes… even sex again ending having pain of fear of doing damage. Tune in to catch the first chapter live and learn more about her latest book: Postpartum is Forever which is available right on Amazon!

Suzy Giordano is one of the authors of "12 Hours by 12 Weeks", " The Baby Sleep Solution", and recently "Room to Grow". Through her own experience having surprise twins, she developed the Babycoach method. A method that focuses on developing a baby's own self soothing skills and works towards fostering independent sleep! She has been sleep training infants, toddlers, and children for nearly 30 years throughout the United States and abroad. Tune in to hear all about her successful sleep training methods!

Take Control of Your IBS Today! 👉🏻In this episode we discuss irritable bowel syndrome (IBS) with Gut Health Specialist, Katie Lovitt. Learn what to do if you are experiencing symptoms associated with IBS and great resources you can utilize right now from the comfort of your own home. If you answer yes to all of the following, the chances are you may have IBS: Do you have frequent episodes of abdominal cramping or bloating? Are your bowels often upset either with constipation or diarrhoea? Have you had this problem for more than six months? Can your doctor find no other cause for your symptoms? Reach out to Katie at 📧 katie@nourishthrivewellness.com to see if you’re a good fit for her unique effective program.

Learn what being sick has to do with your bladder and 4 tips to reduce bladder leakage now!

Neuroscience shows that our brains continue to change and grow even as adults! Tune in to learn how to attract more meaningful relationships, develop the skills you’re trying to learn, and achieve success in other areas of your life.

🌸 Postpartum is Forever is meant to make you stop and think twice. Most women don’t really consider what is happening with their pelvic health until there is a problem. Preventative care is more important than ever so why not address the issue before it becomes one? ⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀ ⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀ 👋🏻 I am Dr. Papa, better known to my patients as Dr. Jess. I am a Doctor of Physical Therapy, specializing in helping women to restore their pelvic health so that they can get back to enjoying all the things an active, healthy woman should. Exercising, laughing with friends and family without fear of leaking, and yes, even enjoying sex again without having pain or fear of doing damage. ⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀ ⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀ 🤰🏻 It is my hope that I will reach an even larger audience through the content of this book. I believe all women deserve the best care, from themselves, from their family and friends, and of course, from their doctors. My 🎙 podcast, Stay Healthy New England, and my 💻 e-course, Conquer Mystery Pain, aim to encourage those with chronic pain or who are plain curious about their health to educate themselves through multiple avenues. ⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀ ⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀ 🌸 Womanhood is a sisterhood and I invite each and every one of my readers to use what I have learned over the course of my career as a resource to better your lives. I understand that pelvic health is a very personal subject, and some people may not feel comfortable talking about it right away. That’s exactly why I’ve created this book, to get the conversation started! 🗣

Treat your business like it matters and invest in developing your business skills! Listen in and learn from Heather Hammell as she shares her personal journey with MFR and how she transitioned from running her own MFR practice to coaching therapists on their own journey in business. Pay attention to her ‘why’ for wanting to help other succeed. Her book can be found on Amazon: The MFR Therapists Guide to Having Your Own Myofascial Release Business. Check her out at: www.themfrcoach.com on IG @themfrcoach

Are you a DANCER looking for a Dance PT specialist to help you get back to doing what you love on the dance floor? The talented Dr. Courtney Livingston has agreed to come on and donate some of her valuable knowledge on the PT Dance scene. Dr. Courtney is known for her love of all things dance and has found her passion in blending rehabilitative medicine with movement! Tune in as she shares this great wisdom for all types of dancers. This is going to be a tremendously helpful interview for anyone out there who is struggling and wants to better understand what is going on with their body and why seeing a Dance PT Specialist can make all the difference. Follow her @latindancephysio on Instagram and Latin Dance Physio on Facebook

Essential Oils All Day: Power Your Day From Sunrise to Sunset. Hear from special guest Lindsay Tuttle, NP how to make simple lifestyle tweaks with Big Environmental Impacts. Follow her @lindsaytuttlenp & check her out at Lindsaytuttlenp.com

Pregnancy and birth are stressful on the body. It’s so important to give your body its best chance for recovery through your motherhood journey and beyond. Join us as Dr. Amanda Fisher, DPT and I discuss the importance of being seen by a Pelvic Health Physical Therapist before, during and after pregnancy.