200- Hypermobility & Pelvic Floor Issues // Why Being Flexible Isn't Always an Advantage

Have you always been the "flexible" one? And/Or Do you have Ehlers Danlos Syndrome (EDS)? Can you easily touch your palms to the floor, bend into unusual positions, or feel like your joints are extra loose? While flexibility is often seen as a good thing, hypermobility can come with its own unique challenges—especially when it comes to pelvic floor health, core stability, pregnancy, postpartum recovery, and chronic pain. In this episode, Dr. Des explores the often-overlooked connection between hypermobility and pelvic floor dysfunction, why many hypermobile women experience symptoms such as leaking, prolapse, pelvic pain, and instability, and what they can do to better support their bodies. If you've ever felt like you're constantly stretching but still feel tight, this episode may explain why. In This Episode, We Explore: 🦓 What hypermobility actually is 🦓 Why hypermobility is more common in women 🦓 Common symptoms associated with hypermobility 🦓 The connection between hypermobility and pelvic floor dysfunction 🦓 Why hypermobile people often feel tight despite being flexible 🦓 Why stretching isn't always the answer 🦓 How strength, stability, and coordination support hypermobile bodies 🦓 Practical strategies for improving pelvic floor and core function Why This Matters Many hypermobile women spend years feeling confused about their symptoms. They may be told to stretch more, do more yoga, or simply accept discomfort as normal. But hypermobility often requires a different approach. Building strength, improving joint stability, enhancing body awareness, and learning how to manage load can make a significant difference in symptoms and overall function. The Big Takeaway You can be both flexible and tight at the same time. For many hypermobile women, the answer isn't more stretching—it's more support. Your body isn't broken. It may simply need a different strategy. 🎉 Celebrating 200 Episodes! The Pelvic Floor, Core & More Podcast is approaching its 200th episode, and I wanted to celebrate with all of you who have listened, shared episodes, left reviews, and supported this community along the way. As a thank you, I'm offering $20 off any one-on-one physical therapy or coaching session (in-person or virtual). Simply mention the podcast and the 200th episode celebration when you book. To schedule, email: PtDes@balancedmomtality.com Want More Support? Inside the Pelvic Floor, Core & More App and RESTORE, we focus on helping women build strength, coordination, stability, and confidence in their bodies through a whole-body approach to pelvic floor and core health. ✨ Learn more here: https://balancedmomtality.com/the-app Want a Guided Healing and Rehab Program to Help You Reconnect and RESTORE? If you’re ready to rebuild your core and pelvic floor with a structured, step-by-step plan, check out RESTORE, my 12-week pelvic floor and core rehabilitation program inside the Pelvic Floor, Core & More App. Inside RESTORE you’ll learn how to: ✔ release tension and improve mobility ✔ reconnect breath and pelvic floor coordination ✔ strengthen your core safely ✔ progress back to lifting, running, and higher-impact activities All with guided lessons, workouts, and support from a pelvic floor physical therapist. Inside RESTORE you’ll get: ✔️ 12 weeks of progressive breathwork, mobility & strength ✔️ 5- and 20-minute workouts to fit your life ✔️ Deep pelvic floor education (with zero fluff) ✔️ Real-life tools to reduce pain, improve leaks, and feel like YOU again ✔️ Access to our private community and support Inside RESTORE, we cover: Breathwork + pelvic floor connection Mobility + posture Nervous system regulation Core control + strength building Real-life application to everyday movement And how to stop leaking, rushing to the bathroom, or feeling disconnected from your core You’ll walk away from RESTORE with clarity, confidence, and a body you trust again. JOIN RESTORE NOW FOR INSTANT ACCESS TO LESSONS AND E