Normally when we post patents, they're late 19th/early 20th century objects for interfacing with vaginas. This is neither, but we're going to tell you about it anyway. This is the Apparatus For Facilitating The Birth Of A Child By Centrifugal Force, patented in 1965.

It's Sexually Transmitted Disease (STD) week! Let's talk about the shocking rise in Syphilis cases over the past few years and the outcomes this can cause for babies born with Syphilis ow.ly/xfL050QCn2L

Learning to relax the pelvic floor as well as increasing flexibility in the low back and hips will help tremendously for labor and delivery. But remember, a C-section may still be necessary for the safety of you and your baby. #pelvicfloor #pregnancy ow.ly/g5K350Ra12z

In a society that constantly shames rest as selfish, especially for women, we can feel guilt just for sleeping. We need to normalize self-care and eradicate the notion that sleep is a luxury. It's ok to prioritize your well-being and ask for help. ow.ly/QtlA50Ra0Lb

How much water do you really need? Different people will need different amounts based on age, gender, location, and medications to name a few. As a good rule of thumb: if you are thirsty, you should drink water. ow.ly/XhVZ50Rojjf

Fascia is more than just a wellness buzzword! You don't need fancy gizmos - movement is the most effective way to reduce or prevent adhesions. ow.ly/Y96Z50RomLW

About 15% of people taking birth control pills reports decreased libido as a side effect. Could testosterone be the cause? Read more: ow.ly/CSZI50QBsq7

Breaking News in the world of Menopause! 🌟A groundbreaking update on menopause hormone therapy has just been released. For years, many have steered clear of hormone treatments due to concerns highlighted 2️⃣ decades ago. But today, we're here with some reassurance.

May is Postpartum Depression Awareness Month! HHS Just launced a roadmap to improve maternal mental healthcare in America. #postpartumdepression #postpartum #pregnant ow.ly/pjLU50RIn7v

Why do we not have a male contraceptive option beyond condoms and vasectomy? Gender Equity must include contraceptive equity! ow.ly/QLys50RAOzJ

Despite being more than half the population, female sex difference in medicine is poorly researched. We have made improvements since the 70's, when female participation in research was banned, but we still have a long way to go. ow.ly/oasM50RAPAU aamc.org/news/why-we-kn…

The sorry state of postpartum care in America is a status quo that can - and should - change! We need to do more as a culture and as a medical community to care for these new parents! ow.ly/HXN650RYRGp

May is Postpartum Depression Awareness Month! ow.ly/r1fs50RYUmu 6 things everyone should know about Maternal Mental Health. And remember, non-birthing partners can also experience postpartum depression - about 1 in 5 partners! ow.ly/b4h250RYUmy.

If you want to get your groove on in the bedroom, you've got to get a move on outside of the bedroom! ow.ly/66sB50StT59

Self testing could drastically improve Cervical Cancer diagnosis rates in underserved folk. Cervical cancer could be eradicated in our lifetimes by HPV vaccination and universal screening! Would you be more likely to use a self test pap smear for testing? nytimes.com/2024/08/15/wel…

Have you been thinking of dilating? Or progressing to the next size up in the set? Wait no more! Get one free with code GFPT for a limited time. Celebrate OTC clearance for Intimate Rose Dilators intimaterose.com/collections/va… IntimateRose #Vaginismus #dilator #pelvicfloor #PelvicPT

Most people think of Kegels or pelvic floor strengthening when they think of Pelvic PT. But did you know that tight pelvic floor muscles can cause issues too? Here are 7 symptoms of a tight pelvic floor and how Pelvic PT can help resolve them. ow.ly/TJ5r50TuwXa

Many Americans fall short of their daily fiber recommendations. New prebiotic sodas can be a fun addition but you should focus on getting fiber from whole foods first and foremost. Pelvic PT can help with chronic constipation! ow.ly/ZmMN50TuGGr

There are population groups w/ limited geographic access to urogynecologic care. Pelvic floor physical therapists are more geographically accessible to the population studied than Urogynecologists; only 1% of zip codes in the US has at least one #urogyn. journals.lww.com/fpmrs/fulltext…

Balance is an important component of falls prevention for everyone, including those who are pregnant and postpartum. Learn how a physical therapist can help you before, during, or after pregnancy. #FallsPrevention #ChoosePT #PelvicHealthPT aptapelvichealth.org/info/celebrati…