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Pathways to Pain Relief: Insights and Resources for Your Journey
Tight vs Functional: Why Gripping Isn’t the Answer for Your Pelvic Floor
Many of us have been told to “squeeze,” “tighten,” or “brace” to protect our core and pelvic floor. But here’s the truth: a muscle that’s always tight isn’t a strong muscle — it’s an exhausted one.
In pelvic health, this distinction is crucial. Function doesn’t come from gripping harder; it comes from teaching the body to release, respond, and move with adaptability.
Just like your nervous system, the pelvic floor needs to find its Goldilocks point — not too tight, not too lax, but adaptable and responsive to what life asks of it.
Why Naming the Pelvic Floor Matters
When we were kids, many of us were never taught the proper names for our pelvic floor and sexual anatomy. Instead, we were given “cute” words: your flower, your foofoo, your china.
At first glance, those nicknames might feel harmless — even protective. But what happens when the words we grow up with don’t match the truth of our bodies?
We learn silence. We learn shame.
The Jaw–Pelvic Floor Connection: How Releasing One Area Can Transform the Other
We don’t usually think about our jaw when we have pelvic floor symptoms, or vice versa, but they’re more closely linked than you might imagine. Through fascia, muscles, nerves, reflexes, and even shared developmental origins, tension in one area can ripple through the other.
Research and clinical experience have shown just how powerful this connection can be, and why releasing tension in the jaw can improve pelvic floor tone and function, and the other way around.
Ready to Rebound: A 12-Week Prep Plan for Safe, Strong, and Joyful Jumping
Rebounding can be an incredible way to boost your cardiovascular health, build strength, and support your pelvic floor when your system is ready for it.
But jumping—whether on a trampoline or not—isn’t just child’s play. It’s a full-body event that demands elastic recoil, fascial glide, pressure management, and joint integrity. That’s why preparation is everything.
How Does CBD Oil Affect the Pineal Gland, Hormones, and Pelvic Floor Health?
Long before we had clinical studies, ancient cultures used cannabis and castor oil to support sleep, ease pain, and regulate cycles. From Ayurveda to Chinese medicine, plant medicine was a trusted ally in keeping the nervous system balanced. Castor oil, known for its ability to permeate the skin and nourish tissues below the surface, is rich in ricinoleic acid, which has anti-inflammatory and circulatory-boosting properties. It is believed to enhance lymphatic flow, improve tissue hydration, and support hormonal balance by increasing circulation to the reproductive organs.