The Healing Core

Maria Muto-Rodriguez
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The Healing Core is a women’s health podcast that goes beyond symptoms to uncover the root causes of chronic pain, hormone imbalances, pelvic floor dysfunction, and gut health issues. Hosted by Dr. Maria Muto Rodriguez, a women’s health physical therapist and founder of Holistic Physio, this show connects the dots between the nervous system, hormones, pelvic health, and stress. Through solo episodes and conversations with experts in women’s health and holistic medicine, you’ll gain the tools and understanding needed to support true, lasting healing. If you’re tired of quick fixes and ready to understand your body on a deeper level, this podcast will help you heal from the inside out—starting at the core. Learn more at: https://holisticphysiodoc.com/

Episodes

  1. 2d ago

    Postpartum Nutrition: The Recovery Advice Every New Mom Needs with Amanda Reed | The Healing Core Ep. 7

    The postpartum period isn't the time to eat less—it's the time to nourish more. In this episode of The Healing Core, Dr. Maria Muto-Rodriguez welcomes Amanda Reed, MS, RDN, Registered Dietitian Nutritionist and owner of Lifestyle Nutrition Now, to discuss what every new mom should know about postpartum nutrition, healing, and recovery. Together they break down the biggest misconceptions surrounding postpartum health—including the dangerous pressure to "bounce back" after birth—and explain why nutrition plays a critical role in energy, mood, hormones, breastfeeding, tissue repair, and nervous system regulation. Whether you're pregnant, newly postpartum, breastfeeding, or supporting someone who is, this conversation offers practical, evidence-based advice that can make recovery easier and more sustainable. In this episode you'll learn: • Why postpartum nutrition is often overlooked after delivery • The biggest nutrition mistakes new moms make • How under-eating impacts recovery, mood, and hormones • Why protein, iron, omega-3s, and hydration matter • The truth about breastfeeding hunger and milk supply • Why "bounce back" culture may be hurting mothers • Easy one-handed meals and snacks for exhausted parents • How blood sugar regulation affects stress and postpartum healing • Why postpartum fatigue isn't always "just sleep deprivation" • The importance of checking iron and vitamin levels after birth One of the most powerful takeaways from this episode: "Baby's eating. Mama's eating. Baby's drinking. Mama's drinking." Sometimes the simplest advice is exactly what every mother needs to hear. Connect with Amanda Reed 🌐 www.lifestylenutritionnow.com If this episode helped you, please subscribe, leave a review, and share it with a mom who deserves more support during her healing journey. Send us Fan Mail The Healing Core is a women’s health podcast focused on pelvic floor therapy, hormone balance, chronic pain, gut health, and nervous system regulation. Hosted by Dr. Maria Muto Rodriguez, each episode blends holistic healing and physical therapy to help you heal from the inside out. Learn more and connect at: https://holisticphysiodoc.com/ Follow the show at the link, so you never miss an episode: https://thehealingcore.buzzsprout.com Music provided by https://mibemusic.com/

  2. Jul 15

    Pregnancy, Postpartum & Perinatal Mental Health: Healing the Mind, Body & Motherhood with Maria Clemente Morresi | The Healing Core Ep. 6

    Welcome back to The Healing Core. Pregnancy and postpartum are often described as beautiful—but what happens when they're also overwhelming, exhausting, anxiety-filled, or emotionally confusing? In this episode, Dr. Maria welcomes Maria Clemente Morresi, Founder & CEO of Reimagined Mind, Vice President and Co-Founder of the Perinatal Resource Collaborative, and a perinatal mental health clinician who specializes in helping women navigate pregnancy, postpartum, infertility, trauma, and the transition into motherhood. Together they explore why so many mothers struggle in silence—and why asking for help is one of the strongest things you can do. You'll learn: • Why pregnancy isn't supposed to look like Instagram  • The difference between baby blues, postpartum anxiety, and postpartum depression  • Why intrusive thoughts are a normal biological response after becoming a mother  • How pregnancy loss and infertility affect future pregnancies  • Why building your support village before birth is one of the best things you can do  • The connection between trauma, the nervous system, and physical symptoms  • How trauma-informed care can completely change the pregnancy and postpartum experience  • Why your relationship changes after becoming parents—and how to protect it  • Why your body never truly goes back to "pre-baby," and why that's okay  • How holistic care, therapy, pelvic floor physical therapy, and somatic healing work together to support recovery This conversation is filled with practical advice, compassion, and reassurance for anyone navigating pregnancy, postpartum, or supporting someone who is. Whether you're expecting your first baby, healing after birth, or years into motherhood, this episode reminds you that you were never meant to do this alone. Send us Fan Mail The Healing Core is a women’s health podcast focused on pelvic floor therapy, hormone balance, chronic pain, gut health, and nervous system regulation. Hosted by Dr. Maria Muto Rodriguez, each episode blends holistic healing and physical therapy to help you heal from the inside out. Learn more and connect at: https://holisticphysiodoc.com/ Follow the show at the link, so you never miss an episode: https://thehealingcore.buzzsprout.com Music provided by https://mibemusic.com/

  3. Jul 1

    Postpartum Recovery: What I Wish I Knew the First Time Around | Healing, Hormones & Support After Birth | The Healing Core Ep. 5

    What does postpartum recovery really look like beyond the six-week checkup? In this deeply personal episode of The Healing Core, Dr. Maria Muto-Rodriguez shares the honest realities of her two postpartum journeys—what went wrong the first time, what she changed the second time, and the lessons every new mom deserves to hear before giving birth. From postpartum anxiety, irritability, nutrient deficiencies, breastfeeding challenges, and sleep deprivation to pelvic floor recovery, postpartum thyroiditis, and the importance of community support, Dr. Maria opens up about the physical, emotional, and hormonal shifts that often go unspoken. She discusses:  Why postpartum recovery is about more than just physical healing  The connection between nutrient deficiencies, mood changes, and fatigue  Breastfeeding, hydration, and supporting milk supply  The impact of sleep, stress, and nervous system regulation  Pelvic floor recovery and returning to exercise safely  Postpartum thyroiditis and hidden signs of hormonal imbalance  Why support systems can dramatically change the postpartum experience  Common postpartum symptoms that many women aren't warned about  How to honor your body's healing timeline without pressure to "bounce back" Whether you're preparing for birth, navigating early motherhood, or supporting someone through postpartum recovery, this episode offers compassionate guidance, practical advice, and reassurance that healing takes time. Send us Fan Mail The Healing Core is a women’s health podcast focused on pelvic floor therapy, hormone balance, chronic pain, gut health, and nervous system regulation. Hosted by Dr. Maria Muto Rodriguez, each episode blends holistic healing and physical therapy to help you heal from the inside out. Learn more and connect at: https://holisticphysiodoc.com/ Follow the show at the link, so you never miss an episode: https://thehealingcore.buzzsprout.com Music provided by https://mibemusic.com/

  4. Jun 17

    Your Body Needs Safety to Change: Reiki, Nervous System Healing & Emotional Release with Stephanie Zamora | The Healing Core Ep. 4

    In this episode of The Healing Core, Dr. Maria Muto-Rodriguez sits down with Reiki practitioner and wellness coach Stephanie Zamora, founder of Elevate with Stephanie, for an honest conversation about nervous system regulation, emotional healing, stress, and the powerful connection between mind and body. Together, they explore what Reiki actually is, how it may help the body shift out of chronic fight-or-flight mode, and why so many physical symptoms can be connected to unresolved emotional stress and nervous system dysregulation. Stephanie shares her unique approach to healing through Reiki, hypnosis, acupressure, intuition, and coaching, while Maria reflects on her own experiences as both a patient and a women's health physical therapist. The conversation dives into emotional release, trauma stored in the body, the challenges of pregnancy and postpartum recovery, and the importance of creating safety before true healing can occur. Whether you're curious about Reiki, struggling with chronic stress, navigating pregnancy or postpartum, or simply looking for ways to feel more connected to your body, this episode offers a compassionate and grounded perspective on what healing can look like. Topics discussed: • What Reiki is and how it works • Nervous system regulation and chronic stress • Emotional release and trauma stored in the body • Why trying to control everything creates more stress • The connection between physical symptoms and emotional experiences • Pregnancy, postpartum recovery, and reconnecting with your body • Building trust, safety, and resilience in the healing process • Why your body needs to feel safe before it can change Connect with Stephanie Zamora: https://elevatewithstephanie.my.canva.site Learn more about Holistic Physio: https://holisticphysiodoc.com If this episode resonated with you, please subscribe, leave a review, and share it with someone who may need this conversation. Your support helps more women discover the connection between their body, nervous system, and healing journey. Heal from the inside out. Start at the core. The Healing Core is a women’s health podcast focused on pelvic floor therapy, hormone balance, chronic pain, gut health, and nervous system regulation. Hosted by Dr. Maria Muto Rodriguez, each episode blends holistic healing and physical therapy to help you heal from the inside out. Learn more and connect at: https://holisticphysiodoc.com/ Follow the show at the link, so you never miss an episode: https://thehealingcore.buzzsprout.com Music provided by https://mibemusic.com/

  5. Jun 3

    Pregnancy, Labor, and Birth Preparation: Pelvic Floor Therapy, Nervous System Regulation & Preparing Your Body for Delivery | The Healing Core Ep. 3

    In this deeply personal episode of The Healing Core, Dr. Maria shares her real-time experience navigating pregnancy with baby number two while balancing motherhood, business ownership, pelvic pain, emotional regulation, and birth preparation. From pelvic floor tension and nervous system regulation to labor positioning and postpartum recovery, this episode blends personal insight with expert clinical guidance for moms preparing their bodies and minds for birth. Inside this episode, you’ll learn: How pregnancy changes the body physically and emotionallyWhy nervous system regulation matters during pregnancyPelvic floor therapy techniques for pain relief and birth prepExercises and positions that help create space for baby during laborWhy traditional pushing positions may not always be optimalQuestions to ask your OB about labor, delivery, induction, and birth optionsHow breathing and pelvic floor connection can support an easier birth and postpartum recoveryThe importance of emotional support, regulation, and postpartum preparationDr. Maria also opens up about: Pregnancy while parenting a toddlerManaging stress and physical tensionReiki and emotional healing during pregnancyMorning routines and grounding practicesThe realities of preparing for postpartum the second time aroundDownload Dr. Maria’s FREE Labor Preparation Guide here: https://holisticphysiodoc.myflodesk.com/laborprep If this episode resonates with you, share it with another mom or mom-to-be and help spread awareness around pelvic health, nervous system healing, and empowered birth preparation. Send us Fan Mail The Healing Core is a women’s health podcast focused on pelvic floor therapy, hormone balance, chronic pain, gut health, and nervous system regulation. Hosted by Dr. Maria Muto Rodriguez, each episode blends holistic healing and physical therapy to help you heal from the inside out. Learn more and connect at: https://holisticphysiodoc.com/ Follow the show at the link, so you never miss an episode: https://thehealingcore.buzzsprout.com Music provided by https://mibemusic.com/

  6. May 20

    Pelvic Floor Therapy Explained: Chronic Pelvic Pain, Pregnancy & Postpartum Healing with Marlene Handler | The Healing Core Ep. 2

    Is pelvic floor therapy only for pregnancy and postpartum? Or is it the missing piece for chronic pelvic pain, intimacy issues, and whole-body healing? In this episode of The Healing Core, Dr. Maria is joined by pelvic floor occupational therapist Marlene Handler, founder of The Lifted Lotus in Brooklyn, to break down a truly holistic approach to pelvic health. Together, they explore how chronic pelvic pain, nervous system dysregulation, stress, and lifestyle factors all connect, and why traditional, symptom-focused care often falls short. Marlene shares her unique occupational therapy perspective, focusing on therapeutic listening, nervous system regulation, habit stacking, and individualized care to help patients finally feel safe and supported in their bodies again. Learn more about Marlene and her practice: https://www.lifted-lotus.com/ If you’ve struggled with:  Chronic pelvic pain or unresolved diagnoses  Painful sex or intimacy challenges  Pregnancy or postpartum recovery  Fear around movement or exercise after injury  Feeling dismissed or unheard in the healthcare system This episode will give you a new lens on healing—and practical tools you can actually use. In this episode, you’ll learn:  Why pelvic floor therapy is about more than just pregnancy and postpartum  The connection between chronic pain and the nervous system  How stress, trauma, and daily habits impact pelvic health  Why “just doing exercises” isn’t enough for lasting healing  How habit stacking and small daily practices can regulate your body  The role of therapeutic listening in healing complex conditions Healing isn’t about doing more—it’s about understanding your body and supporting it as a whole. Listen now and start reconnecting with your body. https://thehealingcore.buzzsprout.com Send us Fan Mail The Healing Core is a women’s health podcast focused on pelvic floor therapy, hormone balance, chronic pain, gut health, and nervous system regulation. Hosted by Dr. Maria Muto Rodriguez, each episode blends holistic healing and physical therapy to help you heal from the inside out. Learn more and connect at: https://holisticphysiodoc.com/ Follow the show at the link, so you never miss an episode: https://thehealingcore.buzzsprout.com Music provided by https://mibemusic.com/

  7. May 6

    Chronic Pain, Hormones & Gut Issues Explained: How Nervous System Dysregulation Impacts Healing | The Healing Core Ep. 1

    What if your chronic pain, gut issues, hormone imbalances, or postpartum struggles aren’t random—but signals from your body asking for something deeper? In this first episode of The Healing Core, Dr. Maria—women’s health physical therapist and founder of Holistic Physio—shares her personal journey through chronic pain, gut dysfunction, hormone imbalance, candida overgrowth, and postpartum healing. After years of symptoms, failed protocols, and frustration, she discovered the missing link: nervous system regulation. This episode connects the dots between your nervous system, hormones, gut health, and chronic inflammation—and explains why traditional approaches often fall short. If you’ve struggled with:  Chronic pain or inflammation  Hormonal imbalances or birth control side effects  Gut issues like bloating, constipation, or candida  Postpartum recovery challenges  Feeling dismissed or unsupported in your health journey This episode will help you understand what your body is actually trying to tell you. In this episode, you’ll learn:  Why stress and nervous system dysregulation drive chronic symptoms  The connection between gut health, hormones, and inflammation  How overtraining, undereating, and lifestyle stress impact your body  Why restrictive diets and protocols don’t always fix the root cause  How nervous system regulation supports real, lasting healing Healing doesn’t start with pushing harder—it starts with listening. Listen now and begin healing from the inside out. https://thehealingcore.buzzsprout.com Send us Fan Mail The Healing Core is a women’s health podcast focused on pelvic floor therapy, hormone balance, chronic pain, gut health, and nervous system regulation. Hosted by Dr. Maria Muto Rodriguez, each episode blends holistic healing and physical therapy to help you heal from the inside out. Learn more and connect at: https://holisticphysiodoc.com/ Follow the show at the link, so you never miss an episode: https://thehealingcore.buzzsprout.com Music provided by https://mibemusic.com/

  8. Season 1, Episode 1 Trailer

    The Healing Core | Women’s Health, Hormones, Pelvic Health & Chronic Pain

    What if your chronic pain, gut issues, or postpartum struggles aren’t just symptoms, but signals from your body asking for deeper healing? Welcome to The Healing Core, a women’s health podcast hosted by Dr. Maria Muto Rodriguez, women’s health physical therapist, mom, and founder of Holistic Physio. This podcast is dedicated to helping women understand the root causes of chronic pain, pelvic floor dysfunction, hormone imbalances, gut health issues, and stress-related conditions.  Each episode explores the connection between the nervous system, hormones, pelvic health, and emotional well-being—combining holistic health strategies, physical therapy insights, and expert interviews in women’s health and functional medicine.  If you’re dealing with postpartum recovery, pelvic pain, gut health challenges, or chronic stress, this show will help you move beyond symptom management and start healing from the inside out. Real healing doesn’t come from pushing harder—it starts with listening to your body. Follow The Healing Core today for conversations on:  Women’s health & wellness  Pelvic floor therapy & postpartum recovery  Hormone balance & nervous system regulation  Chronic pain & holistic healing  Gut health & stress management New episodes coming soon. Send us Fan Mail The Healing Core is a women’s health podcast focused on pelvic floor therapy, hormone balance, chronic pain, gut health, and nervous system regulation. Hosted by Dr. Maria Muto Rodriguez, each episode blends holistic healing and physical therapy to help you heal from the inside out. Learn more and connect at: https://holisticphysiodoc.com/ Follow the show at the link, so you never miss an episode: https://thehealingcore.buzzsprout.com Music provided by https://mibemusic.com/

    The Healing Core | Women’s Health, Hormones, Pelvic Health & Chronic Pain

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The Healing Core is a women’s health podcast that goes beyond symptoms to uncover the root causes of chronic pain, hormone imbalances, pelvic floor dysfunction, and gut health issues. Hosted by Dr. Maria Muto Rodriguez, a women’s health physical therapist and founder of Holistic Physio, this show connects the dots between the nervous system, hormones, pelvic health, and stress. Through solo episodes and conversations with experts in women’s health and holistic medicine, you’ll gain the tools and understanding needed to support true, lasting healing. If you’re tired of quick fixes and ready to understand your body on a deeper level, this podcast will help you heal from the inside out—starting at the core. Learn more at: https://holisticphysiodoc.com/

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  • Creator
    Maria Muto-Rodriguez
  • Years Active
    2026
  • Episodes
    8
  • Rating
    Explicit
  • Copyright
    © 2026 The Healing Core
  • Show Website
    The Healing Core