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66: Fertility Matters with Jessica Hobbis - Episode 66
66: Fertility Matters with Jessica Hobbis - Episode 66
66: Fertility Matters with Jessica Hobbis - Episode 66
Monday 24th March 2025
Discover the importance of pelvic health with Jessica Hobbis and Helen Grimshaw as they discuss misconceptions, education, and proactive care.
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Episode Overview
- Pelvic health affects women of all ages, not just those who are pregnant or postpartum.
- Stigma and embarrassment often prevent women from seeking help for pelvic health issues.
- Peli Health was created to provide accessible and relatable information on pelvic health.
- Common misconceptions include that only older women or those who had vaginal births are affected.
- Integrating clinical expertise with holistic strategies can help manage pelvic health better.
Pelvic health is something that's important for the entirety of your life, not just when you're pregnant or postpartum
In this episode of 'Fertility Matters', Jessica Hobbis welcomes Helen Grimshaw, co-founder of Peli Health. They dive into the often-overlooked topic of pelvic health, shedding light on its importance across different stages of a woman's life. Helen shares her personal frustration with the lack of accessible and relatable information on pelvic health, which led to the creation of Peli Health.
You'll hear about Helen's journey, including her own experiences with pelvic pain and the stark differences in healthcare systems between the UK and the US. The conversation touches on the stigma and embarrassment surrounding pelvic health issues, like incontinence and pelvic organ prolapse, and how these are not just problems for older women but can affect younger women and athletes too.
Helen emphasises the need for better education and awareness so that women can take proactive steps to manage their pelvic health. The episode also explores common misconceptions about pelvic health, such as the belief that only older women or those who have had vaginal births are affected. Helen discusses how Peli Health aims to bridge the information gap by providing trusted, medically reviewed content that is easy to understand.
The platform focuses on making pelvic health knowledge accessible and actionable, integrating both clinical expertise and holistic strategies. By the end of the episode, you'll have a deeper understanding of why pelvic health matters and how you can take control of your own wellbeing. This engaging discussion is not just informative but also a call to action for women to prioritise their pelvic health.