You know how I'm always encouraging to "do it scared."? Well, here I am doing it scared. This episode is about 24 years in the making. It's personal and vulnerable and still a work in process, but I'm feeling called to share my story. Not for me, but for His glory. Not for me, but for that woman that needs to hear it. Not for me, but for the sake of those who don't have any idea what to do next.In this episode, we will talk all things pelvic health. I have specific conditions that we spend time digging in to, but we spend a great deal of time talking about women's health and pelvic health as a whole. I couldn't have picked a better person to talk it out with. If you've ever wanted to peel back the curtain on what goes on when you spend time with a doctor talking about these very personal issues, this episode is for you. This conversation is everything I dreamt it would be...and more!Dr. Rachel Jalanivich is approachable, down to earth, and makes you feel safe to talk about things we wouldn't normally feel comfortable talking about. This is my longest interview ever and, honestly, we could have kept going. She is amazing! Because of the length, we are splitting it into 2 parts. This first episode is sharing both of our stories that led us to this chat. The second episode is all about solutions offered and ideas for a patient to start their journey.Rachel and I are here to tell you. You're not alone. You're not broken.The best decision I ever made in regard to my journey with this is to open up to a safe person all those years ago. It was just the beginning. My prayer is that today is the beginning for someone else. This episode is dedicated to those who have held my hand along this path. My husband, my mother, my dearest friends. You've seen me through this and continue to pray for us. I stand here today stronger than ever and empowered to continue moving forward. God is good!There is reference to us putting this on YouTube. The link for that video will be released with part 2.Go follow and friend Rachel:Instagram: @empowered_physicaltherapyFacebook: @EmpoweredPhysicalTherapy Website: www.empowered-physicaltherapy.com