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The Somatic Journey: Healing the Pelvic Floor with Donna Brooks

The Somatic Journey: Healing the Pelvic Floor with Donna Brooks

Update: 2025-09-25
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In this episode, I welcome Donna Brooks, a respected somatic movement therapist, yoga therapist, and educator with 40 years of experience. 

Donna shares her background in yoga and somatic movement, her personal journey with pelvic floor issues, and her unique insights into how somatic movement can aid in pelvic floor health. 

We discuss the physical and emotional aspects of pelvic floor problems, the importance of integrating breath and movement, and Donna’s innovative approaches outlined in her ebook. 

Our conversation is filled with practical advice and offers a compassionate perspective on achieving balance and well-being through somatic practices. 

I also reflect on my own experiences with somatic movement and emphasize the importance of awareness and embodiment in healing.

In this episode:

  • Donna Brooks' Background and Journey
  • Understanding the Pelvic Floor
  • Emotional and Societal Aspects of Pelvic Floor Issues
  • The Power of Somatic Awareness
  • Understanding Intra abdominal Pressure
  • The Importance of Back Breathing
  • Exploring Somatic Movement


Connect with Donna:

Donna's Pelvic Floor Ebook

Website

Facebook

Instagram


Resources:

Ayurvedic Dosha Quick Reference Guide

Abhyanga Self Massage Guide

Weekend Nervous System Reset

Nourished For Resilience Workbook


Find me at www.nourishednervoussystem.com

and @nourishednervoussytem on Instagram


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The Somatic Journey: Healing the Pelvic Floor with Donna Brooks

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