Frequently Asked Questions
Pelvic health can feel confusing. It doesn’t have to.
Whether you’re dealing with leaking, urgency, pelvic tension, postpartum changes, or you simply want to know your body better, these are some of the questions I hear most often.
What does Dr. Aleks help with?
I focus on pelvic health concerns including leaking, bladder urgency and frequency, pelvic tension, pain, pressure, pregnancy and postpartum changes, and pelvic floor coordination.
I also look beyond the pelvic floor itself.
Breathing, movement, pressure, habits, pain, stress, and the nervous system can all influence what you’re experiencing.
Why aren’t pelvic floor symptoms always about weakness?
Because the pelvic floor has to do more than squeeze.
It needs to contract, relax, respond to pressure, and coordinate with the rest of your body.
For some women, strength is part of the picture. For others, tension, coordination, habits, or difficulty relaxing may be contributing.
The goal is not simply a stronger pelvic floor.
It is a pelvic floor that knows what to do, when.
I’ve already tried pelvic floor exercises. Why am I still having symptoms?
Exercises can be helpful, but they are only one piece of the picture.
If the exercise does not match what your body actually needs, doing more of it may not address the reason the symptom is happening.
It is worth looking at breathing, pressure, movement patterns, bladder habits, tension, coordination, pain, or nervous system responses too.
What is 1:1 Pelvic Health Coaching?
Pelvic Health Coaching is personalized support for women who want to look more closely at their symptoms, habits, questions, and goals.
We can talk through what you’re experiencing, identify patterns that may be worth paying attention to, and discuss practical strategies that fit into your real life.
This may include education around bladder habits, pelvic floor coordination, breathing, movement, tension, nervous system factors, pregnancy or postpartum changes, and other pelvic health concerns.
The goal is not to give you a generic checklist.
It is to give you a space where you feel heard, supported, and better informed about your body.
Interested in working together privately?
Is Pelvic Health Coaching the same as pelvic floor physical therapy?
No.
Pelvic floor physical therapy is medical care that may include an individualized evaluation, diagnosis, physical examination, and treatment.
Pelvic Health Coaching is educational and supportive. It does not replace medical care or an individualized physical therapy evaluation when one is needed.
If something you share suggests that you would benefit from evaluation or treatment from a healthcare provider, I will encourage you to seek the appropriate care.
Where should I start?
If bladder urgency, frequent bathroom trips, “just in case” peeing, or fear of leaking are your biggest concerns, start with my free bladder training.
Watch the free bladder training →
If you want to track your patterns first, you can also download my free bladder diary.
Download the free bladder diary →
And if you want a stronger foundation in how the pelvic floor works, including strength, tension, coordination, pressure, breathing, and movement, Pelvic Floor Basics is the best place to go deeper.
Can I reach out if I’m not sure what I need?
Absolutely. You do not need to know the right terminology or figure out which option fits you before reaching out.
If you have questions about private coaching, a resource, or whether something I offer might be a good fit, send me a message and tell me a little about what you’re looking for.