Empty Nest Happy Hour

Prolapse, Leaky Sneezes, and Dryness: What Your Pelvic Floor Wishes You Knew

This week, we’re diving into something every midlife woman should be talking about: pelvic floor health, prolapse prevention, vaginal dryness, and what’s actually normal when it comes to your body.

With Amy off on spring break, Danielle takes over hosting duties with producer Aunt Lizzy and very special guest, Dr. Erica Herron, a pelvic floor physical therapist (and their sister), who’s here to break down the stuff most women were never taught but really need to know.

In this episode you'll learn:

  • Why leaking when you sneeze is common — but not normal
  • What prolapse actually is and how to prevent it
  • Why vaginal dryness happens in midlife and how to treat it
  • How holding your breath during exercise could be making things worse
  • Whether trendy pelvic floor gadgets and vibrating chairs are actually helpful
  • Why every woman over 40 should grab a mirror and get familiar with her own body
  • What pelvic floor physical therapy looks like and how to access it — no referral needed in many states

Of course, we’re still keeping it fun with:

  • A post-St. Patrick’s Day cocktail of the week: the Jameson Triple Collins
  • The next round of our Real Housewives Bravo Bracket

Whether you’re already dealing with sneezes that come with a side of leakage or just want to be proactive about your midlife wellness, this episode is full of helpful advice, relatable stories, and zero shame.