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Graphic titled "My Post-Op Recovery" for week 3 of rectocele repair and pelvic organ prolapse surgery recovery, with an image of bare feet on a wooden floor

Post-Op Recovery Week 3 - Rectocele Repair - Prolapse Surgery post-op recovery rectocele rectocele repair rectocele surgery Dec 28, 2020

This week has been the hardest. This week I have been obsessing about every little sensation and wondering if everything is ok?

By Kim Vopni, The Vagina Coach — Certified Pelvic Floor Fitness Specialist · Published December 29, 2020

Direct Answer: Week 3 after rectocele repair surgery is often the...

Graphic titled "My Post-Op Recovery" for week 2 of rectocele repair and pelvic organ prolapse recovery, featuring a photo of Kim walking outdoors on a snowy day

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All in all recovery from prolapse surgery has been easier than I had anticipated. Sensations vary from day to day which means my emotions and anxiety does too! Here is a recap of my second-week post-op.

By Kim Vopni, The Vagina Coach — Certified Pelvic Floor Fitness Specialist · Published December ...

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Post-Op Recovery The first few days - Prolapse Surgery - Rectocele Repair pelvic floor rehab pelvic surgery post-op recovery prolapse surgery rectocele rectocele repair rectocele surgery Dec 15, 2020

A week ago I had prolapse surgery to repair my rectocele. You can ready about my decision to have surgery here .

By Kim Vopni, The Vagina Coach — Certified Pelvic Floor Fitness Specialist · Published December 16, 2020

Direct Answer: The first week after rectocele repair surgery typically involves ...

A roller coaster silhouetted against a dramatic purple twilight sky, symbolizing the emotional ups and downs of anxiety and anticipation in the days before prolapse surgery

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By Kim Vopni, The Vagina Coach — Certified Pelvic Floor Fitness Specialist · Published December 6, 2020

Direct Answer: Feeling anxious, tearful, or unsettled in the days before prolapse surgery is a normal emotional response, not a sign that you are making the ...

Preparing For A Rectocele Repair – Prolapse Surgery pelvic organ prolapse prehab prolapse prolapse surgery rectocele rectocele repair rectocele surgery surgeon Dec 01, 2020

By Kim Vopni, The Vagina Coach — Certified Pelvic Floor Fitness Specialist · Published December 1, 2020

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Preparing for a rectocele repair means addressing pelvic floor strength, bowel habits, and recovery logistics weeks before surgery, not just the day before. A rectocele is a prolap...

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By Kim Vopni, The Vagina Coach — Certified Pelvic Floor Fitness Specialist · Published November 30, 2020

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Pelvic floor dysfunction is best treated with pelvic floor physical therapy, not just kegels, since many symptoms stem from too much muscle tension rather than too little. A pelvi...

Kim smiling while sitting in workout clothes in front of a bookshelf at home, around the time she was deciding to have rectocele repair surgery

My Decision To Have Prolapse Surgery - Rectocele Repair are pelvic floor exercises safe during pregnancy? health conditions kegels can help treat pelvic organ prolapse pelvic surgery prolapse surgery rectocele repair women's pelvic health Nov 16, 2020

This post is about my decision to have surgery for my prolapse, a rectocele, that I have lived with for over 8 years now. Surgery is something I have been debating for 4 years and I did not come to this decision lightly but I know it is the right choice for me.

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Woman lying on a yoga mat performing a pelvic floor bridge exercise with knees bent and hips lifted, demonstrating a kegel exercise position

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By Kim Vopni, The Vagina Coach — Certified Pelvic Floor Fitness Specialist · Published September 11, 2020

Direct Answer: Effective Kegel exercises for incontinence involve correctly contracting and relaxing the pelvic floor muscles in coordination with your breath, rather than just squeezing random...

Performing Kegels Exercise for Pregnancy | The Vagina Coach are pelvic floor exercises safe during pregnancy? benefits of kegel exercise in pregnancy buff muff app exercises kegels pelvic floor pregnancy Jul 22, 2020

By Kim Vopni, The Vagina Coach — Certified Pelvic Floor Fitness Specialist · Published July 22, 2020

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Performing kegels during pregnancy is safe and beneficial, but the technique should shift slightly from your pre-pregnancy routine, especially in the final weeks. Kegels help pelvic f...

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By Kim Vopni, The Vagina Coach — Certified Pelvic Floor Fitness Specialist · Published March 2, 2020

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Yes, you can do kegels on your period. Pelvic floor exercise remains safe and effective throughout your cycle, though motivation and muscle engagement may feel different depending on ...

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