Hope For Your Pelvic Floor - The Whole Body Pelvic Health Conversation

Clairesparrowpilates
  • 0.0 (0)
  • ALTERNATIVE HEALTH
  • UPDATED WEEKLY

Are you ready to transform your relationship with your body and reclaim your confidence, movement, and vitality? Hope For Your Pelvic Floor with Claire Sparrow is your go-to podcast for understanding and improving pelvic floor health naturally. As a leading educator Claire shares her expert insights, practical tips, and empowering stories from her groundbreaking Whole Body Pelvic Health Method. Whether you’re navigating postpartum recovery, managing menopause, or simply seeking a healthier, more confident connection with your body, this podcast is here to support you every step of the way.

  1. 3D AGO

    Your Pelvic Floor Is Not a Reason to Opt Out

    What Snowboarding Taught Me About Pelvic Health What happens when society quietly assumes you’re there to drop off, not join in? In this more personal episode, Claire shares a recent experience that stopped her in her tracks. What began as a simple snowboarding lesson with her son became a powerful reflection on how women, particularly mums and women of a certain age, are so often expected to sit on the sidelines. Claire explores how these assumptions intersect with pelvic health, prolapse, incontinence, menopause, and confidence. She reflects on her own journey from prolapse diagnosis to participation, and asks an important question: Are you saying no because you truly can’t, or because you’ve been taught to believe you shouldn’t? This episode is a gentle invitation to look at what might still be possible, to find the lowest step back in, and to remember that participation does not have to be all or nothing. You don’t need to snowboard.You don’t need to prove anything.But you don’t need to sit life out either. There is hope for your pelvic floor, and there is a way back into your life.

    17 min

  2. FEB 8

    WEIGHT BEARING & YOUR PELVIC FLOOR - Bone health without fear

    We’re told we must do weight-bearing exercise for our bones.But what does that actually mean?And what if you have prolapse, incontinence, pain, or simply don’t feel safe doing what you think “weight bearing” is supposed to look like? In this episode of Hope for Your Pelvic Floor, Claire Sparrow unpacks where the weight-bearing message came from, why it became so confusing, and what the research actually says about bone health in women. You’ll learn: When and why weight-bearing became a public health message What weight bearing really means (and what it doesn’t) Why slow, controlled loading can be just as effective for bone health How fear, bracing, and breath-holding can work against your bones How to approach bone-supportive movement through a Whole Body Pelvic Health lens This is not about pushing harder, lifting heavier, or sacrificing your pelvic floor “for your bones.” It’s about helping your body receive and distribute load safely, calmly, and consistently — in a way that supports bone health and pelvic health together. If you’ve ever felt overwhelmed, confused, or excluded by the weight-bearing conversation, this episode will give you clarity, reassurance, and a completely different way to think about movement. You are not broken.You are not behind.And there is hope for your pelvic floor.

    36 min

  3. FEB 1

    To Pessary Or Not To Pessary? What Every Women Needs To Know

    A pessary can be a lifeline for some women and feel confronting or confusing for others. Yet many women are offered one with very little explanation. In this episode, Claire Sparrow explores one of the most common questions she is asked: to pessary or not to pessary?Rather than telling you what to do, Claire shares the facts, context, and clinical insight you need to make an informed decision that feels right for your body and your life. We talk about what a support pessary actually is, what it can and cannot do, the most common types women are offered, how to know if it fits well, and whether you can exercise while wearing one. We also explore the emotional side of the decision, the myths that keep women feeling stuck, and how pessaries can sit alongside movement, breath, and Whole Body Pelvic Health rather than replacing them. Wearing a pessary is not failure. Choosing not to wear one is not missing an opportunity. They are simply choices, and those choices can change as your body, confidence, and circumstances change. You are not broken, you are not behind, and you are not alone. There is hope for your pelvic floor. Links & Resources Whole Body Pelvic Health MembershipMonthly classes, education, and support to help you move with confidence and reduce prolapse symptoms.👉 https://www.wholebodypelvichealth.co.uk/membership Pelvic Health Café (Free Monthly Space)A supportive, welcoming space to share experiences and hear from other women navigating pelvic health.👉 https://www.wholebodypelvichealth.co.uk/pelvic-health-cafe HOPE for Your Pelvic Floor – the bookA practical, compassionate guide to understanding and supporting your pelvic floor.👉 https://www.wholebodypelvichealth.co.uk/book Explore all podcast episodes👉 https://www.wholebodypelvichealth.co.uk/podcast

    35 min

  4. JAN 25

    It’s Never Just Making the Bed - Fear, prolapse, and reclaiming everyday life

    What if the hardest parts of living with pelvic floor symptoms aren’t the diagnosis, but the everyday moments no one talks about? In this episode, Claire shares a deeply personal story about an ordinary task – changing the bed – and how it unexpectedly unlocked memories of fear, vulnerability, and the emotional weight so many women carry when living with prolapse, incontinence, pain, or pelvic floor dysfunction. From wrestling duvets and lifting laundry baskets to standing in the kitchen, gardening, coughing, laughing, or simply sitting through a family film, these “simple” activities can feel anything but simple when fear is involved. Claire explores: Why everyday tasks can feel so threatening to the pelvic floor The invisible mental load and inner dialogue women live with How fear doesn’t mean failure or weakness Why pelvic health is lifelong care, not a quick fix How little and often really can make a difference This episode is a reminder that you are not broken, you are not behind, and you are not alone – and that there is a hopeful, whole-body way forward. Key Takeaways: Notice your “duvet moment” – the everyday activity that feels heavier than it should Fear is information, not a sign you’re doing something wrong Pelvic health isn’t something you complete, it’s something you tend to Consistency matters more than intensity You don’t have to do this alone Resources Mentioned: Free gentle whole-body pelvic health class Listen, Learn & Connect: If you’re enjoying these conversations, please subscribe wherever you listen to podcasts. Your support helps more women find hope and understanding for their pelvic floor.

    20 min

  5. JAN 18

    Less Perfect. More Practice. A New Season of Hope for Your Pelvic Floor

    Welcome to the first episode of 2026 and the opening of a new season of Hope for Your Pelvic Floor. In this short, reflective episode, Claire shares a personal check-in on the podcast itself and how a creeping sense of pressure and perfection started to dull the joy of creating something she loves. What unfolded was a powerful realisation that applies just as much to your pelvic health as it does to recording a podcast. This episode is a gentle but honest invitation to let go of the idea that things have to be just right before they count. You’ll hear Claire explore: How perfectionism quietly creates barriers to consistency Why the circumstances around your practice do not determine its value How “all or nothing” thinking keeps women stuck Why seven minutes really can be enough How momentum builds once you simply begin What to ask yourself when you feel blocked or “behind” Claire reflects on how simplifying the podcast has reignited her passion and how the same approach can help you reconnect with your pelvic health in a way that feels doable, sustainable, and kind. Whether you are working on your own pelvic health or supporting others as a Pilates teacher, this episode is a reminder that: Practice counts even when it’s imperfect Pajamas are allowed Small steps matter Consistency is built through simplicity, not pressure As this new season begins, the intention is clear: fewer barriers, more honesty, and a return to what truly makes a difference. Seven Minutes for Seven Days – a simple, accessible way to begin (or restart) your pelvic health practice The Pelvic Health Café – a free monthly online space to listen, ask questions, and connect with other women Subscribe to the podcast so you don’t miss upcoming episodes If this episode resonated, leaving a review helps more women find the podcast and access this information Thank you for being here.Happy pelvis, happy life. Links & Resources

    19 min

  6. 12/07/2025

    When Knowledge Becomes Knowing: The Pelvic Floor as You’ve Never Seen It

    Season 3 Finale — Hope for Your Pelvic Floor with Claire Sparrow In this powerful season finale, Claire takes you inside the experience that changed everything — a week of deep anatomy study where decades of learning suddenly shifted from knowledge into embodied knowing. For the first time, Claire saw the pelvic floor not as an illustration, a diagram, or a concept… but as a breathtaking, three-dimensional, interconnected, living part of the body.What she discovered reaffirmed the Whole Body Pelvic Health Method in the most profound way — and illuminated why so many women struggle when they are told to “just squeeze.” In this honest, emotional, and hope-filled episode, Claire explores: What it felt like to walk into the anatomy lab for the first time The moment she saw the pelvic diaphragm — deeper, subtler and more magnificent than any textbook ever showed Why the pelvic floor is not a “floor,” and why that language misleads us How your legs, breath, and whole body create the support your pelvis has been waiting for Why not feeling your pelvic floor is not a sign of weakness The deeper truth: your pelvic floor is relational, responsive, and profoundly wise Claire also reflects on the themes of Season 3 — breath, release, range, support, nervous system safety — and how this new knowing brings every concept into clearer focus. And finally, she shares what’s coming in 2026, including monthly podcast guests, new stories of hope, and the continued evolution of Whole Body Pelvic Health. Join the Whole Body Pelvic Health Membership:https://wholehbodypelvichealth.co.uk  (replace with your correct link) Listen to previous episodes of the podcast:https://www.clairesparrowpilates.com/podcast  (or preferred podcast feed link) Read Claire’s book HOPE for Your Pelvic Floor:https://clairesparrowpilates.com/hope-book Connect with Claire on Instagram:https://instagram.com/clairesparrowpilates Email Claire:info@clairesparrowpilates.com Links Mentioned in This Episode

    28 min

  7. 11/30/2025

    Stop Managing, Start Healing: Why Pelvic Floor Advice is So Confusing — And What to Do Instead

    “Don’t lift that!” and “You need to lift weights!” “Wear a pad,” but also “You must work on bone density.” “Pop in a tampon to run,” yet “Running is essential exercise.” The mixed messages around women’s pelvic health are endless — and they’re keeping too many women stuck managing symptoms instead of healing them. In this episode, I’m calling out the contradictory, symptom-only advice so many women are given — from tampons for prolapse to “just use more lube” to “tell him to go slower.” These suggestions might get you through the moment, but they miss the point entirely. You’ll learn why these quick fixes keep your pelvic floor stuck in survival mode, how to spot when you’re being told to manage instead of heal, and simple ways to begin rebuilding your pelvic floor from the foundations up. Think of this as your “couch to 5K” approach for genuine pelvic floor resilience: less for longer, gradual load, whole body awareness and lots of hope. 7 Minute Classes Pelvic Health Cafe

    41 min

  8. 11/23/2025

    They Say Don’t Lift. I Say Don’t Limit Yourself. The Truth About Pelvic Floor Healing

    They Say Don’t Lift. I Say Don’t Limit Yourself: The Truth About Pelvic Floor Healing This week, we’re diving into one of the most common — and most limiting — pieces of advice women are given about their bodies: “Don’t lift.” Whether it’s after a prolapse diagnosis, surgery, birth, a tear, a c-section, or simply because you’re “of a certain age,” this message shows up again and again… and the impact goes far beyond the physical. It shapes how women live, move, parent, play, work, socialise — and often leaves them feeling like spectators in their own lives. In this episode, I’m sharing: Why blanket “don’t lift” advice is not only unhelpful, but profoundly unrealistic The real question we should be asking instead How this kind of fear-based guidance limits women’s everyday lives What movement expertise actually is — and why it matters A powerful reminder of your role: you are the world-leading expert in your own body Simple, practical ways to start rebuilding confidence, strength, and capacity, safely and progressively How we can move from restriction to possibility — from “don’t” to “how” This is a passionate one (borderline rant!), but for good reason. Women deserve more than limitations. They deserve informed guidance, collaborative care, and hope — real, actionable hope that helps them return to the centre of their own lives. If you’re tired of being told what not to do, this episode will give you a fresh perspective, practical next steps, and encouragement to ask: Is this still true for me today? And if you want support learning how to move, lift, run, jump, play, and live again, come join our free Pelvic Health Café or explore the Whole Body Pelvic Health membership — where we teach you step by step with compassion, clarity, and community. There is something you can do. There is hope. I’m right here with you.

    30 min
See All (44)

Trailer

About

Are you ready to transform your relationship with your body and reclaim your confidence, movement, and vitality? Hope For Your Pelvic Floor with Claire Sparrow is your go-to podcast for understanding and improving pelvic floor health naturally. As a leading educator Claire shares her expert insights, practical tips, and empowering stories from her groundbreaking Whole Body Pelvic Health Method. Whether you’re navigating postpartum recovery, managing menopause, or simply seeking a healthier, more confident connection with your body, this podcast is here to support you every step of the way.

Information