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

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

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.

Episodes

July 27, 2025 28 mins

In this heartfelt season finale of Hope for Your Pelvic Floor, Claire Sparrow steps away from science and symptoms to share the story behind her work—through the remarkable women who shaped her.

From her 95-year-old great aunt who introduced her to Pilates as a child, to her patient grandmother, her trailblazing mother, empowering schoolteachers, and the inspiring mentor who first guided her into the Pilates studio—Claire reflects o...

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Stop Squeezing – Start Asking: What’s Actually Right for Your Pelvic Floor?

If you're feeling overwhelmed by pelvic floor advice—apps, supplements, Kegels, gadgets—this episode is your breath of fresh, grounded air. Claire Sparrow invites you to ditch the one-size-fits-all pressure and get radically curious about what’s right for you.

You’ll learn:

  • Why “just squeeze” is outdated—and what actually supports lasting pelvic health

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Whether you're a Pilates teacher or a woman attending class each week, this episode is your essential guide to supporting pelvic floor health the right way.

Claire Sparrow unpacks the five foundational concepts of the Whole Body Pelvic Health Method—mindset, breath, release, range of movement, and coordination—and explains how they transform the way we approach Pilates. These aren’t just ideas for better movement; they’re a new ...

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This week, Claire Sparrow reflects on the powerful stories, breakthroughs, and truths that emerged during Prolapse Awareness Month. With over 300 women participating in her free challenge, a clear theme rose to the surface: Kegels aren’t the answer for everyone — and for many, they’ve made symptoms worse.

In this honest and inspiring solo episode, Claire shares the real feedback from her community, busts common prolapse myths, and e...

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In this episode of 'Hope for Your Pelvic Floor', Claire Sparrow discusses the challenges of integrating pelvic health practices into busy lives. She emphasizes the importance of breathing techniques to manage overwhelm and shares practical strategies for incorporating pelvic floor exercises into daily routines. Claire encourages listeners to start small, choose one exercise, and give themselves grace in their journey toward...

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In this deeply honest and empowering episode of Hope for Your Pelvic Floor, Claire Sparrow explores a message that challenges the fear-based narrative so many women face: “Prolapse isn’t dangerous—the way we talk about it is.”

Claire shares her personal journey and the stories of women she's worked with to shine a light on the often-overlooked emotional and neurological impact of a prolapse diagnosis. You’ll learn how fear—not the p...

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In this episode of Hope for Your Pelvic Floor, Claire Sparrow challenges the conventional approach to pelvic health and invites you to explore the transformative potential of the Whole Body Pelvic Health method.

You’ll learn why Kegels alone aren’t the answer, how fascia, neural pathways, and biotensegrity play a vital role in pelvic floor function, and why balance and breath are essential to long-term healing. Claire shares how pel...

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Hope For Your Pelvic Floor Season 2 - Episode 17

Living with Prolapse: The Mental and Emotional Impact No One Talks About

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In this episode of 'Hope for Your Pelvic Floor', Claire Sparrow discusses the multifaceted aspects of pelvic organ prolapse, emphasising the emotional, psychosocial, and lifestyle impacts on women. She highlights the importance of community support, self-trust, and practical strategies to manage sym...

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Season 2 Episode 16

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In this episode of 'Hope for Your Pelvic Floor', Claire Sparrow discusses the complexities of pelvic organ prolapse and critiques the traditional medical model of treatment. She emphasizes the importance of understanding the body as a whole rather than isolating pelvic floor exercises. Claire advocates for a whole body approach to pelvic health, encouraging listeners to consider their unique experiences a...

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Season 2 - Episode 15

What Is Pelvic Organ Prolapse? Symptoms, Causes, and Why You’re Not Broken

In this powerful kickoff to our five-part prolapse series, Claire breaks down what pelvic organ prolapse really is — beyond the scary Google results. You'll learn the key symptoms, the different types of POP, what actually causes it (hint: it’s not just weak muscles), and most importantly, why you’re not broken.


Join the FREE Prolapse Awar...

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In this powerful episode of Hope for Your Pelvic Floor, Claire Sparrow pulls back the curtain on why the traditional “just do your Kegels” advice is letting so many women down — and introduces the groundbreaking Whole Body Pelvic Health Method that’s changing lives around the world.

You’ll discover how this method goes beyond spot-fixing symptoms to address the true root causes of pelvic floor dysfunction — from prolapse and leaking...

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If you’ve ever felt unsure, awkward, or even embarrassed to talk about pelvic health – you’re not alone.

That’s exactly why I created the Pelvic Health Café – a free monthly gathering where we talk openly, honestly, and supportively about the realities of pelvic health.

Whether you're experiencing symptoms like leaking, prolapse, pain, or just feeling disconnected from your body, this is a space for you to feel heard, informed, and n...

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Think of a story, there is always a villain or two or three in any good story. But what makes them a villain? It’s because they do the wrong thing at the wrong time. What about those stories where the villain is just misguided and off track and really just needs to be taught to do the right thing at the right time. This is true for your pelvic floor. It has many friends in its story and for some of the friends fall out and become v...

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In todays episode I’m sharing a personal story – one that involves Scotland’s coldest waters, menopause, and the surprising lessons I’ve learned about showing up for myself. We’ll talk about how fear holds so many women back from moving – and why reclaiming that connection to your body might just be the most powerful thing you can do for your pelvic floor. Whether you’re facing menopause, pelvic symptoms, or simply needing a nudge ...

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It’s Not Just Water—It’s Fascia Fuel

After my to wee or not to wee episode of the Hope for Your Pelvic Floor Podcast episode, you have been asking some amazing questions and raising some other topics for discussion. One of which is fluid control. Meaning, controlling what and when you drink fluids. This is a huge topic because I want to share with you that you are doing the opposite of helping your bladder and pelvic floor by contro...

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In this episode Claire talks about how to look after your pelvic floor in the workplace, in particular at your desk. Your pelvic floor is with you wherever you go and long periods of sitting can make it very difficult for you pelvic floor to function. Claire shares some tips and tricks she uses to counteract long periods of sitting.


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In this episode Claire shares the results of the infamous 'just in case wee' Many women admit to going for a wee before they leave the house, before they go on along car journey or a walk. It's time to learn what that means for your bladder and your pelvic floor.

Remember over on YouTube we have lots of free classes and tutorials to help you take back control of your pelvic floor.

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Just like brushing your teeth, your pelvic floor needs regular attention to prevent long-term issues. We all understand why we brush our teeth and diligently do it every day—morning and night—enjoying the compounding benefits, even if they aren’t immediately measurable. We know that without this daily routine, our teeth would decay, rot, and likely fall out. I have used this analogy many times, including in my bestselling book HOPE...

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I know all too well the guilt, frustration, and shame of doing pelvic floor exercises without feeling any better. I’m here to tell you that you are not alone. There is no secret society of women who all know exactly how to do these exercises while somehow leaving you out of the memo. No—honestly, we’re all in the same boat.

Many of the women I’ve worked with say they’ve been using the Squeezy app or doing Kegels, yet they’re not sur...

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