Flexible Internal Pelvic Floor Support? SomaFlex Explained
In this episode of the Active Mom Podcast mini-series
Inside Pelvic Floor Support: Devices, Fit & What You Should Know, we’re speaking with:
Sandra Whittle, pelvic health physiotherapist and inventor of SomaFlex—a device designed to provide a softer, more flexible approach to internal pelvic support.
SomaFlex was developed to offer an alternative to more rigid internal devices by using a multi-directional, shape-shifting design that blends with the body’s tissues.
We Talk About:
• how SomaFlex works mechanically (flexible intravaginal support)
• how it differs from traditional pessaries
• who it may be a good fit for (and who it’s not)
• how sizing and fitting works
• how to use it correctly and common mistakes
• where it fits alongside pelvic floor rehab and return to activity
Time Stamps
1:00 introduction
2:45 how SOMA started
8:48 who this is for
10:34 real life application
16:07 common misunderstandings
20:36 dealing with birth injuries
22:51 quick fire questions
SomaFlex is available as a starter kit and single units, designed for independent use and flexible wear depending on activity level.
💲 Starter Kit: ~£80
💲 Single Unit: ~£60
Discount Code: CP10 (10% off purchase)
Website: https://somalives.com
Important Disclaimer: This podcast is for educational and informational purposes only and is not intended as medical advice.
Listening to this podcast does not create a provider–patient relationship, and the information shared is not a substitute for individualized care. Pelvic floor symptoms, exercise tolerance, and recovery vary widely—what works for one person may not be appropriate for another.
As you listen, it’s important to remember: these are device companies.
Which means the language you’ll hear is often marketing language—not always updated medical or clinical language.
Many of the people behind these products are not medical providers—and they are definitely not your medical provider.
That doesn’t mean the devices aren’t helpful.
But it does mean context matters.
So as you listen, consider:
• How this applies to your body
• Whether this sounds like symptom management or capacity building
• Where individualized support might still be needed
Always consult with your own healthcare provider before making changes to your care, exercise routine, or use of any device discussed in this episode.
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