Childbirth and Your Pelvic Health ~ Guest Post!
The following is written by Elizabeth Carrollton about pelvic health during pregnancy and the postpartum period. She addresses some common issues, excellent ways to prevent pelvic floor related problems, and brings awareness to some major issues with surgical treatment using transvaginal mesh . Thank you Elizabeth for all you do to improve maternal health and safety!! C hildbirth is the biggest risk factor for pelvic floor problems like pelvic organ prolapse (POP) and stress urinary incontinence (SUI). Half of all women who have had at least one child will develop POP to some degree, and SUI occurs in about a quarter of childbearing women. However, paying attention to your pelvic health during pregnancy and after childbirth can help reduce your risk of developing these disorders. Why Pelvic Health Matters Healthy, strong pelvic muscles serve a lot of important functions in the body, such as enhancing sexual sensation, making childbirth easier, holding pelvic organs secure...