The Living Well Women's Health Podcast

Pelvic health issues like incontinence, pelvic pain, bladder leaks, and pelvic organ prolapse affect millions of women—yet many still suffer in silence. Why? A mix of stigma, lack of education, and a major shortage of pelvic floor therapists means that even leading research hospitals can’t meet the demand for care. In this episode, we explore the hidden gaps in women’s healthcare , why pelvic floor therapy is often treated as optional instead of essential, and how cultural silence around these issues has left generations of women thinking they just have to “live with it.” From pregnancy and postpartum recovery to long-term pelvic health, we discuss why proactive care and education should be the standard—not the exception. We also talk about the growing movement of women breaking the silence, sharing their stories, and building supportive communities where conversations about pelvic health are normalized.