Guess what? I did it - I ran the Oxford Half Marathon at the weekend and my vagina didn't fall out. Honestly, I wish I could show you my medal right now because this moment deserves a little proud dance, which might actually help to loosen of my hips!

This episode is all about proving that progress might be slow, but it is still progress and with the right advice, guidance, support and a sprinkle of determination, you can absolutely get there. Remember, life doesn't have to stop when you have a prolapse. You are still strong, capable and more resilient than you think.

And if something doesn't feel or looks quite right during or afterwards, don't just Google it at 2am, book an appointment with your GP or Women's Health Physio.

You've got this and your body has got you.

Happy Listening!

In this feel-good episode, Annette and I chat about the wonderful and sometimes wobbly journey of getting back into fitness and sport (rugby) after having a baby.

We share our own experiences. We talk about the importance of having a postpartum check with a women's health physio before participating in any form of activity, listening to your body and ignoring the pressure to 'bounce back'. Instead its about relearning to trust your body's incredible ability to adapt, rebuild and shine in a brand new way. Because yes - your body has made a human and that my friend is a bloody big deal.

This episode is your reminder that you are stronger than you think and that progress isn't going to be linear. It will come with frustrations but you WILL make it through because postpartum power isn't about perfection, its about showing up one messy step at a time.

Here's a bit about Annette -

I’m Annette, a 33 year old mum of two who has returned to playing Championship rugby after 2 c-sections. It’s always been a goal of mine to return to play the sport I love, to demonstrate to my children and others around me that your passions and hobbies don’t stop after motherhood begins. Both times I’ve documented my postpartum journey back to playing on @postpartumrugbymum on Instagram, and in doing so, have connected with rugby mums and other sport mums from all over the world with a common goal. Most recently, myself and two friends have launched an invitational rugby team formed entirely of mums and we currently have a Facebook group of over 600 members!

You can follow Annette on Instagram @postpartumrugbymum

And don't forget to follow me too @me_myself_and_my_vagina

There is something very special when someone feels safe to share their story with you and that is exactly what happened today when Holly spoke openly, for the first time, about her prolapse. Talking about something so personal isn't easy and takes bravery and real guts. It was a real privilege that Holly felt she could do it on my podcast.

Like me, Holly wants to share her story so that women know that they aren't alone and with the right help, support and guidance know that your life doesn't have to stop because you have a prolapse.

So, come on ladies what are you waiting for, let's talk about our vaginas, the good, the bad and everything in-between.

Here's a bit about Holly -

Holly is a passionate midwife, with years of experience and a total worshiper of the pelvic floor, however never did she think she'd suffer a pelvic organ prolapse herself in her mid-20s! Since her experience, Holly has been inspired to share her story and increase awareness amongst her rugby community. This is preventable for female sportspeople at all levels and she is particularly passionate about supporting this prevention through education and open conversation amongst grassroots women!

You can follow Holly on Instagram - @theblossomingmidwife

And don't forget to follow me too @me_myself_and_my_vagina.