Kegel exercises are simple, repetitive clenching of the pelvic floor muscles, which are contracted over and over again in an attempt to gain more strength. If you think of them as strength training ...

Most people don’t think about their bladder very often. But as you get older, it’s something that requires a little bit more attention. Here’s what you need to know about how your bladder changes as ...

Painful sex. Urinary leakage. Constipation. Weak orgasms. What do these unpleasant experiences have in common? They can all be symptoms of a pelvic floor dysfunction in women, says Sara Reardon, a ...

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This article was reviewed by Julia Switzer, MD, FACOG. Urinary incontinence is the term for a loss of bladder control. In women, it can present at any age, but it’s most common after pregnancy, ...

They say that maintaining a healthy diet, getting lots of sleep and practicing breathing exercises can all make giving birth go a little smoother. And while that may be good advice, Alissa Mosca, 33, ...

From not treating your rectum as a storage facility to lifting weights, experts offer advice on how to maintain a healthy pelvic floor for longer ...