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In this empowering solo episode, Dr. Millie breaks down everything you need to know about core strength during pregnancy, what’s safe, what actually works, and why your breath is the secret to it all.

Learn how to build strength, stability, and confidence in your changing body through simple posture shifts, mindful breathing, and functional movement. Whether you’re pregnant, postpartum, or just craving a deeper connection to your core, this episode will help you feel grounded, strong, and ready for anything.

Join the Free 5-Day Core Connection Challenge to start reconnecting with your body today.

Links:

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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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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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 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

Rate + review if this episode gave you a breath of fresh air and forward it to your girls who need to hear they’re already enough. 💛

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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