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Can I Run with Prolapse? Solo Episode — with Dr. Carrie Pagliano, PT

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In this solo episode, I take a deep dive into one of the most common questions I hear from active women: Can you run with pelvic organ prolapse? We separate myths from evidence, explore what the research actually tells us, and discuss why there is no one-size-fits-all answer. Whether you’ve recently been diagnosed or you’re supporting someone who has, this episode is designed to help you make informed decisions without fear.

We also talk about common prolapse symptoms, the role of pelvic floor muscle training, support devices, and how to approach returning to running in a way that fits your body and your goals. If you’ve ever wondered whether running causes prolapse or if you have to give up the activities you love, this episode is for you.

We Talk About:

-Cutting through the noise of conflicting information

-Working past the fear of making symptoms worse

-Do support devices actually work?

-Does running cause prolapse?

-Are Kegels the answer?

-Understanding the different symptoms of prolapse

Time Stamps

0:00 introduction

3:33 mythbuster rapid fire

8:06 no on-size-fits-all prolapse

14:25 how symptoms change with activity

18:03 pressure management and breathing

20:54 importance of early activity

25:01 doing too much too soon

27:05 support devices

30:22 returning to run with prolapse

CONNECT WITH CARRIE

IG: https://www.instagram.com/carriepagliano/

Website: https://carriepagliano.com

The Active Mom Postpartum Podcast is A Real Moms’ Guide to Postpartum for active moms & the postpartum professionals who help them in their journey.

This show has been a long time in the making!

You can expect conversation with moms and postpartum professionals from all aspects of the industry.

If you’re like me, you don’t have a lot of free time (heck, you’re probably listening at 1.5x speed), so theses interviews will be quick hits to get your the pertinent information FAST!

If you love what you hear, share the podcast with a friend and leave us a 5 start rating and review. It helps us become more visible in the search algorithm! (Helps us get seen by more moms that need to hear these stories!!!!)

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Solo episode 100,000 Downloads and 200+ Episodes

Solo episode: 100,000 Downloads and 200+ Episodes

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In this solo episode, I reflect on a major milestone for the podcast—200+ episodes and over 100,000 downloads. What started as a way to share conversations around pregnancy and postpartum has evolved into something much bigger, covering all stages of motherhood and bringing research, clinical insight, and real-life experience together in a way that’s actually useful.

I share how the podcast has grown over the past four years, the shifts in my own thinking and clinical practice, and what I’ve learned from the incredible guests who have come on the show. From making research more approachable to expanding the conversation beyond postpartum, this episode is a look back at where we started, where we are now, and where things are headed.

We Talk About:

-Transitioning from postpartum to all stages of motherhood

-Bringing researchers onto the podcast

-Challenging my own thinking over time

-Making research more accessible and practical

-Pelvic floor PT around the world

-Finding trusted, evidence-based resources

Time Stamps

1:00 Introduction

2:57 quick fire questions

7:20 why I started the podcast

11:31 how the show has evolved

15:39 shifts in clinical practice

19:44 new things we’ve learned

22:17 difficult episodes to record

27:14 looking back at the start

30:55 most overused phrases in women’s health

36:27 changing your mind over time

CONNECT WITH CARRIE

IG: https://www.instagram.com/carriepagliano/

Website: https://carriepagliano.com

The Active Mom Postpartum Podcast is A Real Moms’ Guide to Postpartum for active moms & the postpartum professionals who help them in their journey.

This show has been a long time in the making!

You can expect conversation with moms and postpartum professionals from all aspects of the industry.

If you’re like me, you don’t have a lot of free time (heck, you’re probably listening at 1.5x speed), so theses interviews will be quick hits to get your the pertinent information FAST!

If you love what you hear, share the podcast with a friend and leave us a 5 start rating and review. It helps us become more visible in the search algorithm! (Helps us get seen by more moms that need to hear these stories!!!!)

Listen on Buzzsprout:

Hiking, Hormones, and the Bladder Lessons from Hiking the Grand Canyon

SOLO EPISODE -Hiking, Hormones, and the Bladder: Lessons from the Grand Canyon

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In this episode, I share my experience hiking the South Rim of the Grand Canyon with eight other women — 21 miles over 13 hours. What started as a physical challenge turned into a rich conversation about pelvic health, perimenopause, and the evolving role of physical therapy in women’s health.

From bladder habits on the trail to hormone health and the importance of being proactive, this episode explores the questions, laughter, and insights that came up along the way.

We Talk About:

-The evolution of physical therapy

-Why it’s all about the bladder

-Preventative peeing and hovering

-What you should know about HRT

-Navigating perimenopause with confidence

Time Stamps

1:00 Introduction

3:57 getting informed early

5:20 taking a nature break on trail

14:28 urine frequency and output

19:39 unexpected leakage

22:52 what we don’t know about perimenopause

28:40 weighted vests, walking, and yoga

33:46 supplements

38:00 exercise in pregnancy and postpartum

CONNECT WITH CARRIE

IG: https://www.instagram.com/carriepagliano/

Website: https://carriepagliano.com

The Active Mom Podcast is A Real Moms’ Guide to pregnancy, postpartum, perimenopause & beyond for active moms & the professionals who help them in their journey.

This show has been a long time in the making!

You can expect conversation with moms and postpartum professionals from all aspects of the industry.

If you’re like me, you don’t have a lot of free time (heck, you’re probably listening at 1.5x speed), so theses interviews will be quick hits to get your the pertinent information FAST!

If you love what you hear, share the podcast with a friend and leave us a 5 start rating and review. It helps us become more visible in the search algorithm! (Helps us get seen by more moms that need to hear these stories!!!!)

Listen on Buzzsprout:

SOLO EPISODE -Cutting Through the Noise Finding Reliable Info in Women’s Health

SOLO EPISODE -Cutting Through the Noise: Finding Reliable Info in Women’s Health

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In this episode, we dive into the world of information overload—especially when it comes to women’s health. With so much advice coming from social media, friends, and even well-meaning strangers, how do you know what’s reliable and what actually applies to you?

We explore how to cut through the noise, become better critical thinkers, and recognize when it’s time to change direction if something isn’t working. From handling unsolicited advice to understanding new information about diastasis recti, we talk about what it takes to stay grounded in a sea of health “tips.”

Whether you’re navigating perimenopause, trying to add more ab work to your routine, or simply curious about how to vet your sources, this conversation will help you feel more confident in your decisions and less overwhelmed by conflicting voices.

We Talk About:

-Where we get our information

-The good and bad of learning on social media

-Understanding perimenopause and menopause

-Knowing when to change course

-Adding in ab work safely

-Handling unwanted advice

-Vetting your sources for credibility

Time Stamps

1:00 Introduction

2:22 cutting through the noise

5:43 simple is best

9:18 sharing generalized education

11:45 troubleshooting clinical issues

18:00 a place for online programs

21:50 dealing with misinformation

25:50 new information about diastasis recti

31:10 becoming better critical thinkers

CONNECT WITH CARRIE

IG: https://www.instagram.com/carriepagliano/

Website: https://carriepagliano.com

The Active Mom Podcast is A Real Moms’ Guide to pregnancy, postpartum, perimenopause & beyond for active moms & the professionals who help them in their journey.

This show has been a long time in the making!

You can expect conversation with moms and postpartum professionals from all aspects of the industry.

If you’re like me, you don’t have a lot of free time (heck, you’re probably listening at 1.5x speed), so theses interviews will be quick hits to get your the pertinent information FAST!

If you love what you hear, share the podcast with a friend and leave us a 5 start rating and review. It helps us become more visible in the search algorithm! (Helps us get seen by more moms that need to hear these stories!!!!)

Listen on Buzzsprout:

SOLO EPISODE- A love letter to perimenopausal moms

SOLO EPISODE- A love letter to perimenopausal moms

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In this solo episode, I’m talking directly to my fellow perimenopausal moms. If you’re navigating the shift from the school-year routine into summer chaos, while also trying to make sense of all the wellness advice out there, you’re not alone. We were raised to believe we could “have it all,” but is that really realistic? Especially when you’re constantly trying to meet everyone else’s needs and still prioritize your own health?

I share thoughts on how to move through this season with more self-awareness, less pressure, and a lot more compassion.

We Talk About:

-The messages we grew up with and how they shaped our expectations

-How to find your thing and stick with it

-Raising awareness around habits and mindset

-Why consistency matters more than perfection

-The importance of strength training in perimenopause

-Prioritizing movement (even when life is unpredictable)

-Learning to be honest and adaptable with yourself

Time Stamps

1:00 Introduction

3:20 you don’t know what you don’t know

6:07 realistic expectations

8:35 being honest with yourself

11:28 being adaptable

17:35 advice to peri moms

CONNECT WITH CARRIE

IG: https://www.instagram.com/carriepagliano/

Website: https://carriepagliano.com

The Active Mom Podcast is A Real Moms’ Guide to pregnancy, postpartum, perimenopause & beyond for active moms & the professionals who help them in their journey.

This show has been a long time in the making!

You can expect conversation with moms and postpartum professionals from all aspects of the industry.

If you’re like me, you don’t have a lot of free time (heck, you’re probably listening at 1.5x speed), so theses interviews will be quick hits to get your the pertinent information FAST!

If you love what you hear, share the podcast with a friend and leave us a 5 start rating and review. It helps us become more visible in the search algorithm! (Helps us get seen by more moms that need to hear these stories!!!!)

Listen on Buzzsprout:

SOLO- I think I have prolapse…now what?

SOLO EPISODE- I think I have prolapse…now what?

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In this solo episode, we’re talking directly to the new moms—especially those in the first six weeks postpartum—who are feeling heaviness or pressure in their pelvic floor and wondering what it means. Do you have prolapse? If you’ve been told to “just wait it out” or felt dismissed by your provider, this conversation is for you. This episode is all about giving you clarity, confidence, and a roadmap to move forward—without fear. Listen today and let me know what you think!

We Talk About:

-Why you might be feeling heaviness early on

-Common risk factors for prolapse

-Whether prolapse can actually be fixed

-Why strengthening isn’t always the solution

-How to use symptom guardrails to guide your recovery

-What you need to know about exercising safely with prolapse

Time Stamps

1:00 Introduction

2:30 what causes prolapse

7:15 preventing and fixing prolapse

12:10 understanding prolapse grading

13:57 common pelvic floor myths

16:30 can you make things worse?

20:18 what treatment can look like

26:45 taking it slow

CONNECT WITH CARRIE

IG: https://www.instagram.com/carriepagliano/

Website: https://carriepagliano.com

The Active Mom Podcast is A Real Moms’ Guide to pregnancy, postpartum, perimenopause & beyond for active moms & the professionals who help them in their journey.

This show has been a long time in the making!

You can expect conversation with moms and postpartum professionals from all aspects of the industry.

If you’re like me, you don’t have a lot of free time (heck, you’re probably listening at 1.5x speed), so theses interviews will be quick hits to get your the pertinent information FAST!

If you love what you hear, share the podcast with a friend and leave us a 5 start rating and review. It helps us become more visible in the search algorithm! (Helps us get seen by more moms that need to hear these stories!!!!)

Listen on Buzzsprout:

SOLO EPISODE- Getting Back to Running Postpartum

Is it trash? -ChatGPT postpartum running plan

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In today’s solo episode, I wanted to talk about the information I see out there when it comes to running in pregnancy and getting back to postpartum running. Something that we are seeing more and more of is moms who want to have active pregnancies and maintain their fitness in postpartum. Because of this, there is a lot more crowd sourcing of moms asking other moms what they should do to get back to running, forgetting that a professional opinion is still important in that decision. I’m going to answer the most common questions we are seeing about this topic!

We Talk About:

-building the Mother Runner identity

-when is it safe to start running

-what are the signs that I’m ready to run

-what steps can I take to safely return to running

-postpartum running screens

-under active versus overactive pelvic floor

-which activities to start with

-adding in strength training

Time Stamps

1:00 Introduction

3:45 what to do when the general advice doesn’t work for you

5:15 Why the 12 week recommendation?

8:27 signs that you’re ready

14:30 general consensus of what you should do

15:34 strengthening core & pelvic floor muscles

18:37 starting with low impact activities?

23:36 using a structured plan

CONNECT WITH CARRIE

IG: https://www.instagram.com/carriepagliano/

Website: https://carriepagliano.com

The Active Mom Podcast is A Real Moms’ Guide to pregnancy, postpartum, perimenopause & beyond for active moms & the professionals who help them in their journey.

This show has been a long time in the making!

You can expect conversation with moms and postpartum professionals from all aspects of the industry.

If you’re like me, you don’t have a lot of free time (heck, you’re probably listening at 1.5x speed), so theses interviews will be quick hits to get your the pertinent information FAST!

If you love what you hear, share the podcast with a friend and leave us a 5 start rating and review. It helps us become more visible in the search algorithm! (Helps us get seen by more moms that need to hear these stories!!!!)

Listen on Buzzsprout:

SOLO- How soon can I get back to workouts after delivery?

SOLO- How soon can I get back to workouts after delivery?

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Coming in at #4 on our list of top podcasts for 2024 is my solo episode discussing how soon you can get back to workouts after delivery.

In today’s solo episode, I’m going to answer one of the most common questions I get in my DMs and emails: When is it safe for workouts after I’ve had my baby? While there is not a one-size-fits-all answer to this questions, there are some basically guidelines and milestones that are a good place to start when you’re making this decision for yourself. Of course, talking to a medical professional is a good idea, but if you don’t have access to someone who “gets it”, this is a good place to start! 

We talk about: 

-starting with general advice

-returning to running

-energy deficiency in postpartum

-starting with walking

-adapting the readiness screen

-coping in the first year

-return to workouts

Time Stamps

1:00 Introduction

3:00 returning to run advice

4:34 soft tissue healing time

6:08 adapting to different phases

12:45 the roll of your transverse abdominals

20:40 after maternity leave

24:20 listener questions

Early postpartum exercises: https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLglUBCEO90bnW5NMe7Vs2zh0qGCITotZ9

CONNECT WITH CARRIE

IG: https://www.instagram.com/carriepagliano/

Website: https://carriepagliano.com

The Active Mom Postpartum Podcast is A Real Moms’ Guide to Postpartum for active moms & the postpartum professionals who help them in their journey.

This show has been a long time in the making!

You can expect conversation with moms and postpartum professionals from all aspects of the industry.

If you’re like me, you don’t have a lot of free time (heck, you’re probably listening at 1.5x speed), so theses interviews will be quick hits to get your the pertinent information FAST!

If you love what you hear, share the podcast with a friend and leave us a 5 start rating and review. It helps us become more visible in the search algorithm! (Helps us get seen by more moms that need to hear these stories!!!!)

Listen on Buzzsprout:

should you wait 12 weeks to run after baby

SOLO EPISODE- Should you wait 12 weeks to run after baby?

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Coming in at #5 on our list of top podcasts for 2024 is my solo episode discussing when to run after giving birth.

In today’s solo episode, I’m going to address a topic that’s come up on the show with multiple guest, do you have to wait 12 weeks to run after baby? In general, there are more women who are educated about the roll of pelvic floor physical therapy, so more women hear the 12 weeks guideline thrown around. But is that guideline applicable to everyone? 

We talk about: 

-what the guidelines say

-expanding knowledge of the pelvic floor

-pro athletes & return to sport

-identity as an athlete

-the “average” mom

-prolapse and leakage

-scaling exercises appropriately

-couch to 5k running?

-exploring motivations

Time Stamps

1:00 Introduction

3:04 recommendations pre-2019

11:13 the current view of care

16:51 remembering mental health

19:30 where to find information

24:25 who needs to wait 12 weeks?

29:50 the symptoms you experience

37:20 doing the things to help your symptoms

45:24 what to do when you return to run

51:06 what to do next

CONNECT WITH CARRIE

IG: https://www.instagram.com/carriepagliano/

Website: https://carriepagliano.com

The Active Mom Postpartum Podcast is A Real Moms’ Guide to Postpartum for active moms & the postpartum professionals who help them in their journey.

This show has been a long time in the making!

You can expect conversation with moms and postpartum professionals from all aspects of the industry.

If you’re like me, you don’t have a lot of free time (heck, you’re probably listening at 1.5x speed), so theses interviews will be quick hits to get your the pertinent information FAST!

If you love what you hear, share the podcast with a friend and leave us a 5 start rating and review. It helps us become more visible in the search algorithm! (Helps us get seen by more moms that need to hear these stories!!!!)

Listen on Buzzsprout:

SOLO EPISODE- Running in Pregnancy

SOLO EPISODE- Running in Pregnancy

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On today’s solo episode, I go on a deep dive about running in pregnancy. From listener questions to lessons from my own 20+ years of experience as a physical therapist, I want to give you information, clarify misconceptions, and hopefully give your some confidence when making your own choices  about running in pregnancy. Moms have to deal with so much with pregnancy, so let’s make decisions about running a little easier. 

We talk about: 

-racing while pregnant

-dealing with an unsupportive provider

-predictive factors

-running and urination

-do the best you can with the information you have

-different types of common pain

-how running form changes

-weight gain in pregnancy

Time Stamps

Time Stamps

1:00 Introduction

4:50 navigating an unsupportive provider

8:58 first trimester questions

18:58 second trimester questions

30:00 improving your fitness during pregnancy

40:15 diving into the research

49:50 how things have changed

CONNECT WITH CARRIE

IG: https://www.instagram.com/carriepagliano/

Website: https://carriepagliano.com

The Active Mom Postpartum Podcast is A Real Moms’ Guide to Postpartum for active moms & the postpartum professionals who help them in their journey.

This show has been a long time in the making!

You can expect conversation with moms and postpartum professionals from all aspects of the industry.

If you’re like me, you don’t have a lot of free time (heck, you’re probably listening at 1.5x speed), so theses interviews will be quick hits to get your the pertinent information FAST!

If you love what you hear, share the podcast with a friend and leave us a 5 start rating and review. It helps us become more visible in the search algorithm! (Helps us get seen by more moms that need to hear these stories!!!!)

Listen on Buzzsprout:

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