Going to the bathroom shouldn’t regularly hurt. If you experience sharp pain, pressure, burning, cramping, or discomfort when having a bowel movement, it can be easy to assume constipation is the only possible explanation. But painful bowel movements can happen for several reasons—including problems with how your pelvic floor muscles are working. Your pelvic floor plays an important role in bowel movements. These muscles need to coordinate with your abdominal muscles and actu

Have you ever felt a bulge, pressure, or heaviness in your vagina and wondered, "Is this normal?" Maybe it feels like something is falling out, like you're sitting on a small ball, or you notice a bulge when showering or using the restroom. If so, you're not alone. A sensation of vaginal bulging is one of the most common symptoms of pelvic organ prolapse, a condition that affects millions of women. While it can feel alarming, prolapse is often manageable, and many people find

If you’ve been feeling a heaviness or bulging sensation, or struggling with bowel movements, you might have a rectocele. While this might sound alarming, don't freak out—it’s incredibly common, especially for women who have given birth. The great news? You don’t have to live with discomfort. With expert pelvic floor physical therapy, you can restore strength, improve symptoms, and get back to feeling like yourself. At Bonneville Pelvic Health, Dr. Bailee—a Board-Certified Wom