#12 What the heck is my Pelvic Floor?

What exactly is the pelvic floor, and why should we care about it? In Episode 12 of The Vulvalution, we’re joined by physiotherapist Jodie Pulsifer to break down everything you’ve ever wanted to know about pelvic floor health. We chat about what pelvic floor physiotherapy actually involves, who can benefit from it, prolapse, what to expect during an appointment, treatment options, Kegels, and what you can do day-to-day to support your pelvic health. No shame, no awkwardness — just evidence-based information to help you better understand your body and know when it might be time to seek support. Guest: Jodie Pulsifer, Physiotherapist & Pelvic Health Specialist You can find Jodie and more resources at  https://www.fullcirclephysiotherapy.com/ **Episode Resources:**  Find a PT or clinic based on area of practice or geography (for people in BC): https://bcphysio.org/find-a-physio-clinic/ @bc\_physio  Great personal trainers who are pelvic floor aware and collaborative with physios: https://www.bestrongtraining.ca/ @bestrongtraining.ca  Resource page for patient facing resources: https://www.bepelvichealthaware.ca/ @bepelvichealthaware Network of urogynecologists, physios, etc.: https://www.canadiansocietyforpelvicmedicine.org/ @cspm\_official Call to action for access: https://bcphysio.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/03/Position-Statement-Pelvic-Floor-03142025.pdf  **Chapters** 0:00 – Intro 5:17 – Rapid-Fire Questions 8:20 – What Is a Pelvic Floor? 9:47 – What Does Pelvic Floor Physiotherapy Do? 14:27 – Who Can Benefit from Pelvic Floor Physiotherapy? 16:40 – Who Can Benefit from This Type of Physiotherapy? 19:47 – Prolapse 26:47 – Why Is It Important to Learn About Pelvic Floor Health? 28:47 – What to Expect at a Typical Pelvic Floor Appointment 35:17 – Pelvic Floor Treatments 48:47 – Day-to-Day Training 51:47 – Kegels 54:17 – What to Avoid 56:07 – What Women Really Want to Know 1:01:47 – Final Questions for Our Interviewee