Not the Same After Baby or Menopause? Pelvic PT Can Help Restore Sensation!

Let’s get real for a second. Nobody hands you a manual that says, “By the way, after childbirth or menopause, sex might feel totally different.” But here you are — maybe things feel looser, maybe orgasms are harder to come by, or maybe it all just feels…meh. It’s common. But it’s not something you have to settle for.

Why Things Change (a.k.a. Your Pelvic Floor Didn’t Sign Up for This Either)

Pregnancy, childbirth, and hormonal shifts are like a triathlon for your pelvic floor. Over time, muscles and tissues stretch, blood flow and nerves change, and suddenly pleasure feels like a moving target. Vaginal laxity isn’t just a buzzword — it’s that “something’s different” feeling you can’t quite put your finger on (pun intended).

What Vaginal Laxity Really Means

It’s not just about being “loose” or needing to “do more Kegels.” In fact, Kegels done the wrong way can actually make things worse (cue dramatic music). Vaginal laxity is about how strong, coordinated, and responsive your pelvic floor and surrounding tissues are. When that support drops, friction drops. When friction drops, sensation drops. And when sensation drops, confidence can take a nosedive too.

How Pelvic PT Can Help (and No, It’s Not Just Kegels in a Dark Room)

Pelvic physical therapy is much more personalized — and a lot less awkward — than most people expect. Here’s the gist:

• Personalized Muscle Training – We help you actually find and activate the right muscles (because squeezing your eyebrows doesn’t count).

• Scar & Tissue TLC – Childbirth and surgery can leave behind scar tissue that quietly dampens sensation. Gentle, hands-on techniques can help loosen restrictions, improve blood flow, and revive sensitivity.

• Circulation Boosters – We teach strategies to bring more blood flow and nerve activation to the pelvic region, which can help “wake things up” down there.

• Body Awareness – We reconnect you to your pelvic floor so you know what “right” feels like again.

Beyond the Pelvic Floor (Because Everything’s Connected)

Your core, breath, and posture all affect how your pelvic floor functions. We look at the whole system — think of it as a team sport, not a solo act — so your body supports intimacy rather than working against it.

You’re Not Broken. You’re Evolving (and Help Exists).

Vaginal laxity and difficulty reaching orgasm aren’t personal flaws — they’re just signs your body has changed. And bodies can absolutely learn new tricks. With pelvic PT, you can rebuild support, improve sensation, and reclaim your confidence.

Ready to Feel More Like Yourself Again?

If intimacy feels different after childbirth or menopause, you’re not alone — and you’re definitely not stuck. A pelvic physical therapist can evaluate what’s going on, explain why, and create a plan tailored to your body. Many people notice real changes in sensation, strength, and confidence within just a few sessions.

Because you deserve to feel at home — and alive — in your own body.

✨ Time to Rekindle the Spark ✨

Let’s take the mystery (and frustration) out of your pelvic floor. Schedule a one-on-one session with me at Caron Physical Therapy — private, personalized, and judgment-free. Call (207) 520-0452 or visit www.caronphysicaltherapy.com to book your appointment. Your future self (and your pelvic floor) will thank you.