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Welcome to the very first episode of What They Didn’t Tell You: From Core to Floor! I’m your host, Dr. Millie Schweky, a pelvic floor physical therapist who’s done watching women be dismissed, misinformed, or left to Google their symptoms in secret.

In this short and juicy pilot episode, I’m giving you the scoop on what podcast is all about and why I created it.

Because let’s be real: leaking when you laugh isn’t just normal, sex isn’t supposed to hurt, and you definitely shouldn’t be left in the dark when it comes to your hormones, healing, or pelvic floor.

This podcast is your safe, smart, and slightly spicy space to hear the real talk no one else is giving you—rooted in science and intuition.

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Welcome to the first episode of What They Didn't Tell You: From Core to Floor! Dr. Millie Schweky (pelvic floor PT and your new favorite girlfriend in your earbuds) and sex coach Galya Falkson kick off the Sex Q&A season with real talk on things many of us wonder but few of us say out loud.

In this episode, we cover:

• The two types of desire: spontaneous vs. responsive (and why knowing the difference is a game-changer)
• What to do when partners have mismatched libidos
• Is pain during sex ever normal? (Short answer: Nope!)
• How birth control, antidepressants, and hormones play into your pleasure
• The fear-tension-pain cycle and how to break it
• Practical strategies for rekindling connection without pressure
  
  

Plus: how to rewire your brain and your relationship to sex.

Disclaimer: Not for little ears... grab your headphones.

Connect with Us:
 IG: @milliedpt | @galyafalkson
 Rate & review if you’re loving the vibe, it helps more women find this space.
 Stay tuned for Episode 2, we’re just getting warmed up!

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Welcome back to another spicy episode of What They Didn’t Tell You: From Core to Floor! In this Q&A-packed session, Dr. Millie Schweky teams up again with sex coach Galya Falkson to explore what’s really going on when orgasms feel out of reach.

In this episode, we dive into:

• What to do when vibrators don’t work and why they’re not magic wands
• The role your brain plays in pleasure (yes, stress can shut it all down)
• Why prolapse affects orgasm and what to do about it
• Muscle tension, blood flow, and pelvic floor coordination explained
• The pressure to “finish” and why it might be sabotaging your experience
• The 5 sex languages. Yes, there’s more than one kind of turn-on!

Plus, Millie shares insight into her Better Sex Online program, a gentle, practical way to start healing from the comfort of your home.

Not safe for little ears..pop in your headphones for this one!

Links:

• Better Sex Online Program: https://millie-schweky.mykajabi.com/intimacy
• Galya Falkson: https://galyafalkson.com/ 
• Connect on IG: @milliedpt | @galyafalkson

Rate + review if this episode resonated and share it with your sisters, cousins, and besties. Everyone deserves better sex and better information.

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In this raw, real, and ridiculously relatable conversation, Dr. Millie Schweky is joined by personal trainer and fitness educator Esther Taub to talk about the messy middle, where hustle meets burnout, and self-worth gets tangled up in six-packs and scale numbers.

This isn’t your typical before-and-after story. It’s the truth behind what it really looks like to build a fitness empire, deconstruct toxic body narratives, and choose kindness over control.

In this episode, we dive into:

– How Esther accidentally became a personal trainer (you’ll laugh out loud, promise)
 – The toxic trap of tying worth to how your body looks
 – What pregnancy taught her about slowing down, eating enough, and shifting priorities
 – How gratitude shifted the way she saw her body, stretch marks and all
 – Why self-love without honesty just doesn’t stick
 – The grey space between body positivity and “bounce back” pressure
 – How to start moving your body from a place of care, not punishment

This one’s for every woman who’s ever overtrained, under-ate, or felt like she had to earn her right to take up space. The moms. The strivers. The ones trying to get it right while staying soft with themselves.

✨ This is your permission slip to be kind, honest, and human.

Links:
Connect with Esther: @esthertaubfitness; www.esthertaubfitness.com
Follow Millie: @milliedpt
Join the Core to Floor community: https://millie-schweky.mykajabi.com/intimacy

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In this first ever solo episode, Dr. Millie Schweky discusses the worst advice her patients have received about sex, emphasizing the importance of understanding pain, communication, and consent. She addresses common misconceptions surrounding sexual health, the impact of contraception, and the need for education and self-advocacy. Millie encourages listeners to trust their bodies and seek help when needed, promoting a holistic approach to sexual wellness.

LINKS!

My Amazon Storefront with all the good lubes

Click This One To Heal Your Painful Sex 

Fertility Awareness Course with Asya

Takeaways

• Pain during sex is not normal; seek help if it persists.
• Avoid using certain lube brands that can cause irritation.
• Communication and consent are crucial in sexual relationships.
• Relying on alcohol or painkillers to mask pain is not a solution.
• Postpartum pain is common but can be addressed; it doesn't have to be the new normal.
• Distracting yourself during sex is unhealthy and unproductive.
• Kegel exercises are not a one-size-fits-all solution for pelvic floor issues.
• Orgasms are not the sole purpose of sex; connection and pleasure matter more.
• Contraception can have significant side effects that affect sexual health.
• Empower yourself with knowledge about your body and sexual health

Keywords

sex advice, pelvic floor therapy, sexual health, women's health, communication, consent, contraception, orgasms, pain during sex, empowerment

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Welcome back to What They Didn’t Tell You: From Core to Floor!
In Episode 8, Dr. Millie Schweky and certified sex coach Galya Falkson answer two of the most vulnerable questions in the Q&A box:

“Why don’t I feel anything during sex?”
 “And why do I feel so alone during Niddah?”

Spoiler: It’s not just in your head and it’s absolutely something you can work through.

Inside:

• What “sensitivity” really means and how arousal plays a major role
• Why your clitoris needs blood flow, too (yes, women get hard!)
• What to do if vibrators feel too intense or leave you numb
• Pelvic floor tone and sensation: how tight is too tight?
• How to reconnect emotionally when physical touch is off-limits
• Real scripts to help you talk to your partner during Niddah without guilt or shame

This episode is about understanding your body, owning your needs, and finding intimacy beyond just touch.

Heads up: Open convo ahead on orgasms, vibrators, Niddah, and everything in between. Pop in your headphones and let’s get into it.

Links:
Better Sex Online Program: https://millie-schweky.mykajabi.com/intimacy
Galya Falkson: https://galyafalkson.com/
Connect on IG: @milliedpt | @galyafalkson

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Welcome back to another juicy episode of What They Didn’t Tell You: From Core to Floor!
In this no-holds-barred Q&A, Dr. Millie Schweky is joined again by sex coach Galya Falkson to pull back the curtain on the biggest mysteries in female pleasure: squirting and the G-spot.

In this episode, we dive into:

• What squirting really is (hint: it’s not pee... but maybe a little?)
• The truth about the G-spot and how it’s actually just clitoral stimulation from the inside
• Why pleasure doesn’t depend on fluid and why orgasm does not equal ejaculation
• How your pelvic floor plays a major role in what you feel (or don’t)
• The difference between peeing during sex and squirting and how to tell
• Why tight isn’t always right: the Goldilocks rule for pelvic muscles
• How pressure to “perform” can actually shut down pleasure

If you’ve ever wondered “am I doing this right?” or felt like your body isn’t following the script you were taught. This episode is full of the science, validation, and real talk you should’ve gotten in sex ed.

Not safe for little ears… pop in your headphones for this one!

Links:
Better Sex Online Program: https://millie-schweky.mykajabi.com/intimacy
Galya Falkson: https://galyafalkson.com/
Connect on IG: @milliedpt | @galyafalkson

Rate and review if this episode made you feel seen and share it with the women in your life who deserve better answers, better sex and better support.

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What do you do when sex hurts, your therapist says to stop, and your partner just… doesn’t get it? In this no-filter episode, Dr. Millie dives deep into the emotional, physical, and relational complexities of painful sex and how couples can stay connected and empowered without rushing into penetration.

What’s Inside:

• What the “fear-pain cycle” is… and how to break it.
• The truth about fairness in intimacy (spoiler: you matter too)
• Real scripts to help you talk to your partner with clarity + care
• The lowdown on clitoral suction vibrators, overstimulation, and how to actually use them safely
• Tips for toy use during pregnancy (and why where you buy them matters)

Resources Mentioned:

• Dr. Millie’s recommended vibrator brands + exclusive discount code
• Pelvic floor therapist-approved approaches to healing
• What Jewish law really says about sex when it’s painful (hint: compassion wins)

Links:

• Dr. Millie’s online resources and courses:  https://millie-schweky.mykajabi.com/intimacy
• Work with sex coach Galya: https://galyafalkson.com

Quotes to Remember:

“Sex is more than putting a penis in a vagina. And if that’s the only thing we’re focusing on, we’re missing the point entirely.”

“This season is about healing, not rejection.”

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In this episode, Dr. Millie answers listener-submitted questions that crack open the honest, nuanced world of sexual wellness and relational intimacy. She tackles:

• Why orgasms might require vibrators while on antidepressants and how to navigate that with your partner
• How to have conversations about sex with your fiancé before marriage (without feeling shame or confusion)
• What it means when sex doesn’t hurt but throbs after
• How lubrication, arousal, hydration, and hormones all play a role in your pelvic health and pleasure

This is your permission slip to ask, learn, and explore because your pleasure and wellbeing matter.

Links & Resources:

• Dr. Millie’s online resources and courses:  https://millie-schweky.mykajabi.com/intimacy
• Recommended reading for sexual education pre- and post-marriage: https://www.amazon.com/shop/milliedpt/list/A4VL32NRCUPY?ref_=cm_sw_r_cp_ud_aipsflist_96N1RVMF0AS2Z077QFFW
• Work with sex coach Galya: https://galyafalkson.com

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In this episode:
Dr. Millie and sex coach Galya tackle a listener's heartfelt question: "Who do I see first: pelvic floor PT or a sex therapist, when sex is painful?" Their answer? It depends... and you deserve to know why.

You'll learn:

• What vaginismus is (and why it’s more common than you think).
• How to differentiate between muscle-related vs. emotional/psychological pain during intimacy.
• The truth about postpartum pain and the myth of the "loose" pelvic floor.
• Why even C-section mamas shouldn’t skip out on pelvic floor care.
• The game-changing role of communication, lubrication, and gentle guidance.

Whether you're prepping for marriage, navigating postpartum intimacy, or revisiting pain you’ve pushed aside for too long, this episode will leave you feeling informed, supported, and a little more in control of your story.

Resources & Links:

• Better Sex Program: https://millie-schweky.mykajabi.com/intimacy
• Work with sex coach Galya: https://galyafalkson.com

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Welcome back to What They Didn’t Tell You: From Core to Floor! In this fiery third episode, Dr. Millie Schweky and certified sex coach Galya Falkson dive into some of the most under-discussed and misunderstood topics in women’s sexual health.

What’s inside:

• How history of a c-section can lead to pelvic floor dysfunction, scar tissue pain, and nerve sensitivity and what you can do about it
• Busting myths: Why painful sex is never normal, and what to do if it’s been your reality for years
• “Vibrator addiction”? Not a thing. We break down the science of desensitization vs. dependency
• Jewish perspectives on sex toys and why pleasure doesn’t have to come with guilt
• Moisturizer vs. lube: The real MVP of vaginal health (hint: hyaluronic acid is your new bestie)

Plus: Learn how stress, hormones, and even your contraceptives could be affecting your sex life, and why a holistic approach is the only way forward.

Don’t miss this empowering, honest, and oh-so-necessary conversation that every woman deserves to hear.

Mentioned in this episode:

• My Better Sex Online Program: A step-by-step guide to healing pelvic pain and rediscovering pleasure, right from your own home.
• Link: https://millie-schweky.mykajabi.com/intimacy

Warning: This episode contains candid discussions around painful sex and reproductive health. Not for little ears...headphones recommended.

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In this episode, Dr. Millie (your favorite pelvic floor PT) sits down with Dr. Yardena Bauer, an endocrine dietician with a powerhouse background in neuroscience, nutrition, and women’s health. Together, they break down what really happens across the four phases of the menstrual cycle and explore how syncing your nutrition, workouts, and lifestyle to your cycle can transform your health.

They bust myths, share practical tips on food (yes to dark chocolate!), talk hormones, mood, sleep, and why lifting weights is your secret weapon — not just for fitness, but for mental health too.

Whether you have PCOS, endometriosis, or just want to reconnect with your cycle, this episode is packed with expert insight, relatable stories, and actionable advice to help you live in tune with your body.

Links:

Connect with Yardena: @Yardena Instagram
Follow Millie:  @milliedpt
Join the Core to Floor community:  https://millie-schweky.mykajabi.com/intimacy

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In our previous episode, Dr. Millie and endocrine dietitian Dr. Yardena Bauer mapped the four phases of the menstrual cycle and showed how nutrition, training style, and sleep can be aligned with each phase for better energy, mood, and long‑term health.

This follow‑up conversation goes a level deeper.
Dr. Bauer explains what happens when energy intake doesn’t match those hormonal needs, specifically, how chronic undereating, extreme calorie deficits, and long‑term restrictive diets can:

• Lower basal metabolic rate and push the body into “fuel‑saving” mode
• Suppress FSH, LH, estrogen, and progesterone, leading to irregular or missing periods
• Reduce egg quality and compromise fertility
• Intensify stress responses, disrupt sleep, and stall fat loss despite eating less

Listeners will learn:

• Why calories are only one piece of the puzzle: protein, fiber‑dense carbs, micronutrients, and meal timing play equal roles
• Practical protein baselines (~30 g per meal) for stable blood sugar and ovulation support
• How fermented foods, prebiotics, and a diverse microbiome help clear “used” estrogen
• When intermittent fasting or time‑restricted eating can be useful and when it can backfire
• The metabolic benefits of closing the kitchen 2–3 hours before bed
• Why strength training combined with adequate fueling is a non‑negotiable for hormone balance

Who this episode is for:
Anyone dealing with missing or irregular periods, HA (hypothalamic amenorrhea), PCOS, endometriosis, lingering fatigue, stalled weight loss, or a desire to rebuild trust with their body after years of dieting.

Links:

Connect with Yardena: @Yardena Instagram
Follow Millie:  @milliedpt
Join the Core to Floor community:  https://millie-schweky.mykajabi.com/intimacy

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Red light therapy isn’t just a wellness trend, it’s a science-backed tool for boosting energy, calming inflammation, repairing skin, and even supporting your hormones.

In this episode, Dr. Millie sits down with Dr. Yardena Bauer to uncover the truth behind red light therapy... how it works, the best ways to use it, and why it’s becoming a must-have in both beauty and health routines. From collagen production to thyroid health to unexpected pain relief, you’ll hear the science, the stories, and practical tips to get started without breaking the bank.

If you’ve ever wondered whether red light therapy is worth the hype, this conversation will light the way.

Links:

Connect with Yardena: @Yardena Instagram
Follow Millie:  @milliedpt
Join the Core to Floor community:  https://millie-schweky.mykajabi.com/intimacy

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In this follow-up to their hormone-nutrition series, Dr. Millie Schweky (pelvic-floor PT) and Dr. Yardena Bauer (endocrine dietitian, PhD) unpack how light exposure, circadian rhythm, and nightly screen habits can make or break hormone balance, energy, and fertility.

What You’ll Learn

• Morning sunlight in 10 minutes: how red-light wavelengths boost serotonin, convert to melatonin at night, and support stable dopamine and mood.
• Afternoon “second light hit” to cue the brain that evening is coming, key for easier wind-down and deeper sleep.
• Why sunglasses at sunrise can act as an accidental hormone disruptor (hint: skip shades for the first 10 minutes outside).
• Cortisol flip-flop: the classic pattern of low AM / high PM cortisol and how it drives fatigue, anxiety, and sugar cravings.
• How poor, fragmented, or siren-interrupted sleep raises insulin resistance and ramps up carb cravings.
• Blue-light blockers, phone curfews, and bedtime routines: practical ways to reclaim restorative sleep without giving up technology entirely.
• A quick primer on red-light therapy and grounding, plus Millie’s personal experiment watching the sunrise at the beach.

Links:

Connect with Yardena: @Yardena Instagram
Follow Millie:  @milliedpt
Join the Core to Floor community:  https://millie-schweky.mykajabi.com/intimacy

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Your gut isn’t just about digestion, it’s the key to your mood, hormones, and overall health! In this powerful conversation, Dr. Millie Schweky sits down with Dr. Yardena Bauer (PhD, dietitian, and hormone nutrition expert) to unpack the surprising connection between gut health, hormone balance, and emotional well-being.

Discover how your microbiome impacts serotonin, why “period poops” happen, and practical ways to support your body with fiber, probiotics, and nourishing foods. From daily bowel health and detox to the science of seed cycling, this episode blends research, soul connection, and actionable tips to help you feel your best.

Whether you struggle with IBS, hormone shifts, or just want to understand your body better, this episode will give you the tools (and confidence!) to support your gut and trust your intuition.

Links:

Connect with Yardena: @Yardena Instagram
Follow Millie:  @milliedpt
Join the Core to Floor community:  https://millie-schweky.mykajabi.com/intimacy

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Struggling to understand how food impacts your fertility and hormones? In this episode, Dr. Millie sits down with Dr. Yardena Bauer to break down the science of fertility nourishment in a way that’s practical, simple, and empowering. 

We dive into the key nutrients, foods, and lifestyle habits that can boost egg quality, support hormone health, and prepare your body for conception. From good fats and proteins to why olive oil is a fertility superstar (and what to avoid like trans fats), you’ll learn how everyday choices directly shape your hormone balance.

Dr. Yardena also shares powerful insights on the mind-body connection, helping you check in with yourself, reduce stress, and create the right environment for your body to thrive.

Whether you’re actively trying to conceive or simply want to nourish your hormones for long-term health, this conversation is full of practical takeaways you can start using today.

Links:

Connect with Yardena: @Yardena Instagram
Follow Millie:  @milliedpt
Join the Core to Floor community:  https://millie-schweky.mykajabi.com/intimacy

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What if your body could speak and tell you what it truly needs? In this episode, Dr. Millie sits down with Dr. Yardena Bauer to explore Body Talk and energy work, powerful practices that go beyond talk therapy to uncover hidden stress, stored trauma, and the body’s own wisdom.

You’ll learn how guided body talk sessions, visualization, and energy healing can help release past experiences, calm the nervous system, and even support fertility, cycles, and overall well-being. From “little T traumas” to the science of neuroplasticity, this conversation bridges science and soul, showing how true healing often starts from within.

Whether you’re curious about holistic healing or searching for tools to move past stress, stuckness, or burnout, this episode will open your eyes to how the body holds the key to transformation.

Links:

Connect with Yardena: @Yardena Instagram
Follow Millie:  @milliedpt
Join the Core to Floor community:  https://millie-schweky.mykajabi.com/intimacy

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Feeling stressed, stuck, or overwhelmed? 

In this episode, Dr. Millie and Dr. Yardena Bauer dive into the fascinating world of the vagus nerve, the body’s hidden switch between fight-or-flight and rest-and-digest. 

You’ll learn why stress shows up the way it does, how visceral manipulation supports your organs, and simple, practical tools you can use at home, like breathwork, temperature shifts, music, and connection, to calm your nervous system and feel grounded again.

If you’ve ever wondered how to move from burnout to balance, this conversation will give you science-backed insights and soul-nourishing strategies you can start using today.

Links:

Connect with Yardena: @Yardena Instagram
Follow Millie:  @milliedpt
Join the Core to Floor community:  https://millie-schweky.mykajabi.com/intimacy

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In this raw and real solo episode, Dr. Millie opens up about life behind the scenes,  from balancing her work in Israel and the U.S. to the big shift of hiring an assistant, skyrocketing on Instagram, and navigating the personal journey of feeling empowered in her own body. 

She reflects on authenticity, body image, faith, and the importance of embracing both light and heavy seasons of life. With honesty, vulnerability, and encouragement, Millie invites you to find your own flow, honor where you’re at, and reclaim confidence in body and spirit.

Honest. Uplifting. Real. This is Dr. Millie, unfiltered, and you won’t want to miss it!

Email: millie@preparedpelvis.com 

Follow Millie:  @milliedpt
Join the Core to Floor community:  https://millie-schweky.mykajabi.com/intimacy

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In this empowering episode, Dr. Millie Schweky sits down with personal trainer and women’s fitness expert Zoe Corin to uncover the truth about healing diastasis recti — the common abdominal separation so many women experience after birth.

Together, they break down what diastasis really is, why it happens, and how to safely rebuild your core connection after pregnancy. From understanding the science behind your abs to practical tips for strength, breathwork, and movement, this conversation will leave you feeling informed, supported, and inspired to take control of your body’s recovery journey.

Whether you’re newly postpartum, years into motherhood, or simply wanting to reconnect with your core, this episode is your go-to guide for healing from the inside out.

Links:

Follow Millie:  @milliedpt

Join the Core to Floor community:  https://millie-schweky.mykajabi.com/intimacy 

Connect with Zoe Corin: @strongerwithzo

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Season 3 kickoff with a truth bomb on postpartum “recovery.”

 Dr. Millie Schweky and fitness expert Zoe Corin get real about what your body actually needs after birth... no bounce-back fantasy, just evidence-based steps that rebuild strength, protect your pelvic floor, and help you feel like you again.

You’ll learn

• How to reconnect to core and breath so healing isn’t left to chance
• The safe bridge from early rehab to real strength training
• Alignment tweaks that reduce leaking, back pain, and prolapse symptoms
• What the six-week check really means, and what it doesn’t
• Green-light and red-flag signs as you return to walking, lifting, and life

Perfect for
New moms, moms-to-be, and anyone guiding postpartum recovery who wants a plan that honors the body and actually works.

One small step today
Pick one habit: 5 minutes of breath + core, or a posture reset during feeds, and do it daily this week. Small wins stack.

Links:
Follow Millie:  @milliedpt
Join the Core to Floor community:  https://millie-schweky.mykajabi.com/intimacy

Connect with Zoe Corin: @strongerwithzo