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This holiday season: give yourself the gift of a leak-free year (and life!!)

As a parent, you are used to talking all about your baby’s diapers and poo and pee habits. Today, I want to talk to you about yours. As a pelvic

December 9, 2021

Pelvic Health

What you should expect from your pelvic health assessment

What should you expect from your pelvic health assessment!? 🌸Your physiotherapist will take a comprehensive medical history and conduct a detailed physical assessment. If you are consulting our clinic for

November 14, 2021

Pelvic Health

5 treatable causes of pelvic floor dysfunction

Have you ever wondered what may cause pelvic floor dysfunction?? Well, here are FIVE causes of pelvic floor dysfunction - and ALL of them are treatable!! 🌺Muscular Imbalances: Muscles which

November 4, 2021

Women's Wellness

Top tips for returning to work post parental leave

“The days are long, but the years are short,” is what I heard from every parent I spoke to before becoming a parent myself. Although I didn’t believe it at

October 12, 2021

Pelvic Health

4 things you didn’t know pelvic physio can help treat

“Why didn't anyone tell me??” This question is something we hear a lot. There is an overwhelming amount of information and DISinformation (and sometimes nothing at all!) about pelvic health,

September 12, 2021

Pregnancy & Postpartum

Top tips for tummy-time

Over a decade ago, a Back to Sleep campaign was launched alongside our cultural shift which promoted the regular use of car seats, swings, play circles, and other containers. With

July 7, 2021

Women's Wellness

What is high-functioning anxiety?

High functioning Anxiety is an experience many of our clients have, yet many don't have the language to articulate what it is and how it's impacting them. Chana Ross had

June 8, 2021

Movement & Rehabilitation

Redefining fitness during the pandemic

When you think of “fitness” – what comes to mind? A Gym? Coordinated athleisure? People smiling and sweating together in a group class? In Toronto, Ontario, where I live, gyms

May 3, 2021

Pelvic Health

5 things you didn’t know about your pelvic floor

If you’ve been with us for a while, you know we are passionate about womxn’s health – and more specifically, pelvic health. We know you are busy and you want

April 21, 2021

Women's Wellness

Beyond the Baby Blues: Embracing Holistic Health in Motherhood

Motherhood is a wonderful, magical undertaking, and in order to show up for ourselves and families, we cannot understate the importance of taking care of EVERY aspect of your health!

June 25, 2024

Women's Wellness

Embrace Imperfection: Overcoming Perfectionism and Control in Parenting

Are you a perfectionist? Here’s the secret about perfectionism: it’s about fear. Fear of rejection, criticism, and failure. Perfectionism is all about control because it assumes the world is all-or-nothing!

July 2, 2024

Pelvic Health

Can Pelvic Floor Physiotherapy Help Me If I Haven’t Had A Baby?

Many people associate pelvic health symptoms as something that is “normal” with pregnancy, or as we age. But did you know that women, girls and people of ALL ages can

October 2, 2024

Pelvic Health

Is Virtual Pelvic Floor Physiotherapy Effective?

Pelvic Floor Physiotherapy is More Accessible Than Ever, Offering Comfort, Convenience, and Confidence! If you've been thinking about starting pelvic floor physiotherapy but have been unsure about how to fit

November 4, 2024

Pregnancy & Postpartum

Is Thumb Pain a Normal Part of New Motherhood?

It’s about time someone talked about the real changes that come with new motherhood! While your body is doing amazing things to nurture your little one, it's also sending you

December 2, 2024
Isabella Edelshteyn Registered Pelvic Health Physiotherapist

Hormone

What Is Hormone Therapy, and How Does It Work?

Read time: 2 minHormone therapy (HT), also known as hormone replacement therapy (HRT), is a medical treatment designed to

December 28, 2024
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Hormone

Who Is a Good Candidate for Hormone Therapy?

Read time: 2 minYou may be a good candidate for hormone therapy if: You’re Experiencing Moderate to Severe Menopause

December 28, 2024
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Hormone

What Symptoms Can Hormone Therapy Treat?

Read time: 3 minMenopause is a natural phase of life that comes with a variety of physical and emotional

December 28, 2024
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Hormone

Can Hormone Therapy Be Customized for Me?

Read time: 3 minHormone therapy (HT) is a widely recognized treatment for alleviating the symptoms of menopause, but did

December 28, 2024
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Hormone

Sweaty Days & Sleepless Nights? How to Handle Hot Flashes Like a Pro

Read time: 2 minGuess What? Hot Flashes Don’t Play Favorites! If you’re feeling sudden waves of heat, waking up

February 5, 2025

Pelvic Health

The Five Main Functions of Your Pelvic Floor

There are 5 main functions of your pelvic floor - read on to learn more about them! 1. Supportive These muscles support your organs against gravity and increased abdominal pressure

January 3, 2023

Pelvic Health

The importance of a holistic approach to belly, pelvic & gut health concerns

The Importance of a Holistic Approach to Belly, Pelvic and Gut Health Concerns Dr. Christine Matheson, ND Have you ever had that experience when you learn something profound that changes

May 30, 2018

Pregnancy & Postpartum

The Important Postpartum Reminder You Needed to Hear Today…

Your body is beautiful. It's doing and has done miraculous work. What your body goes through during pregnancy and recovery postpartum is nothing short of a miracle! Healing from pregnancy

July 24, 2023

Perimenopause

The key ingredients for a great sex life through menopause

Here at Vital, we specialize in helping you maintain optimal health and wellness through every stage in life - including your menopause journey! Our main goal is to make sure

October 3, 2023

Pregnancy & Postpartum

The most important exercise you can do to strengthen your core immediately postpartum

Helping mamas strengthen their core postpartum is where I love spending my time as a pelvic floor physiotherapist. Most postpartum clients come to Vital after their six-week check up where

December 9, 2019

Women's Wellness

The Positive Effects of Mindfulness Meditation on the Brain

In today’s fast-paced, technology-driven modern world our lives are filled with stress, anxiety, and distractions and it’s easy to feel overwhelmed, tired and anxious. Learning to find calm, how to

January 8, 2026

Pelvic Health

This holiday season: give yourself the gift of a leak-free year (and life!!)

As a parent, you are used to talking all about your baby’s diapers and poo and pee habits. Today, I want to talk to you about yours. As a pelvic

December 9, 2021

Pelvic Health

To kegel or not to kegel, that is the question!

As pelvic health physiotherapists, this is something we hear from our clients ALL OF THE TIME. We often overhear phrases and advice like: ”Just do your kegels” “Did you do

August 1, 2022
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