Yarra Valley Womens Health

Yarra Valley Womens Health Your local Pelvic Health & Allied Health Clinic in Healesville

What can you actually see an Osteopath for? 👀It’s a question we get asked a lot, and the answer is probably more than yo...
31/08/2026

What can you actually see an Osteopath for? 👀

It’s a question we get asked a lot, and the answer is probably more than you think.

Back pain, neck pain, headaches, hip or shoulder pain, sporting and gym-related injuries, pregnancy-related pain… these are just some of the reasons people might book an Osteopathy appointment.

And no, Osteopathy isn’t just about getting your back “cracked” 🙃

We’ve answered some of the most common questions we get about Osteopathy in our latest blog, including what happens at your first appointment, whether you need a referral and how to know if seeing an Osteopath might be right for you.

Head to our website to have a read 🤍

One of the biggest misconceptions about pelvic health is that pelvic floor concerns only happen after you’ve had a baby....
28/08/2026

One of the biggest misconceptions about pelvic health is that pelvic floor concerns only happen after you’ve had a baby.

That’s simply not true.

Pelvic floor dysfunction can affect women at any age and regardless of whether they’ve ever been pregnant or given birth. The pelvic floor plays a role in bladder and bowel function, s*xual function, pelvic support and pain, so symptoms can show up in lots of different ways.

Maybe you’ve always had to push to get your p*e out.

Maybe you p*e “just in case” before you leave the house.

Maybe you constantly feel like you have a UTI, but your tests keep coming back clear.

Maybe constipation has just always been your normal.

Maybe your periods are so painful you’ve had to miss school, uni, work or plans.

Maybe s*x has always been painful and you thought that was something you just had to put up with.

Maybe you leak when you run, jump, laugh or sneeze, even though you’ve never had a baby.

These symptoms don’t automatically mean you have pelvic floor dysfunction, but they can be signs that your pelvic floor is part of the picture.

26/08/2026

Taking your breath away, opening doors, supporting you, sweeping you off your feet AND having your back?

Apparently all you needed was an appointment. 😂

We don’t make the rules. We just provide the healthcare.

"Painful periods are normal."❌ Myth!Let's start by saying this...Period pain is common, but that doesn't mean it's norma...
24/08/2026

"Painful periods are normal."
❌ Myth!

Let's start by saying this...
Period pain is common, but that doesn't mean it's normal.

While it's normal to experience some mild cramping during your period, pain that:
• Stops you from going to work or school
• Keeps you in bed
• Makes you vomit or feel faint
• Doesn't improve with simple pain relief
• Causes pain with bowel motions, urination or s*x
• Gets progressively worse over time
..is not something you should simply have to put up with.
Painful periods can have many different causes, including conditions such as endometriosis, adenomyosis, pelvic floor muscle tension, fibroids, or other gynaecological conditions. Sometimes it's one factor, and sometimes it's a combination.

The good news? There are treatment options available, and you deserve to be listened to if your pain is affecting your quality of life.
You know your body better than anyone. If your period pain feels severe or is interfering with your daily life, it's worth having a conversation with a healthcare professional.

Have you ever been told that painful periods are "just part of being a woman"? Let us know below, or tell us another myth you'd like us to bust in an upcoming Myth Monday!

We often meet families for the first time when breastfeeding has already become painful, stressful or overwhelming.But y...
21/08/2026

We often meet families for the first time when breastfeeding has already become painful, stressful or overwhelming.

But you don’t have to wait for there to be a problem.

Seeing an IBCLC during pregnancy gives you time to learn what those first feeds may look like, understand normal newborn feeding behaviour, discuss your individual circumstances and make a plan for the early postpartum period.

It also means that if you do need support after birth, you already know who to call. 🤍

Think of antenatal lactation care as another part of preparing for birth and postpartum, not something you only access when things go wrong.

19/08/2026

Nothing better than having your favourite person down the hall 👯

"My imaging is normal, so my pain can't be real."❌ Myth!One of the hardest things we hear from women is:"My scan was nor...
17/08/2026

"My imaging is normal, so my pain can't be real."
❌ Myth!

One of the hardest things we hear from women is:
"My scan was normal... so maybe it's just me."

Here's what we want you to know:
Your pain is real.
Imaging is an incredibly valuable tool, but it doesn't always tell the whole story.
Many pelvic health conditions don't always show up clearly on scans, particularly in the early stages or depending on the type of condition.
For example:
• Endometriosis doesn't always appear on ultrasound or MRI, particularly superficial endometriosis.
• Pelvic floor muscle tension or dysfunction can't be seen on a routine scan.
• Changes in how muscles, fascia and connective tissues are functioning often won't appear on imaging.
• Pain can also be influenced by the nervous system, previous injuries or surgery, and how different parts of the body are working together.

That's why a scan is just one piece of the puzzle.
A thorough assessment, listening to your symptoms, understanding how your pain affects your life, and examining how your body moves and functions are just as important.

If you've ever been told "everything looks normal" but you know something isn't right, don't ignore your instincts. You deserve to be heard, and you deserve an assessment that looks beyond the scan.
Have you ever been told your imaging was "normal" despite having ongoing symptoms? Tell us another myth you'd like us to bust in an upcoming Myth Monday!

Creatine… isn’t that just for the gym?Not quite.While creatine is well known for supporting muscle performance and recov...
14/08/2026

Creatine… isn’t that just for the gym?

Not quite.

While creatine is well known for supporting muscle performance and recovery, research is increasingly looking at what it could offer women through perimenopause, menopause and healthy ageing.

As oestrogen levels change, so can muscle mass, strength, recovery, bone health and even cognition and this is where creatine is becoming particularly interesting.

From supporting strength and lean muscle mass to emerging research around bone and brain health, creatine may have a much bigger role in women’s health than we once thought.

Our latest blog written by Osteopath Gabrielle breaks down what creatine actually is, what the research is showing, and why this little “gym supplement” is getting so much attention in menopause.

Read the full blog via our website 🤍

12/08/2026

Not to make this about business but… bookings are open 😂
(Osteos may or may not have been forced to participate in the making of this reel)

"Running ruins your pelvic floor."❌ Myth!Running doesn't automatically damage your pelvic floor and for many women, it c...
10/08/2026

"Running ruins your pelvic floor."
❌ Myth!

Running doesn't automatically damage your pelvic floor and for many women, it can absolutely be part of a healthy, active lifestyle.

The truth is, running places increased demands on your pelvic floor, just like it does on your muscles, joints and tendons. If your pelvic floor isn't functioning well, those increased demands may lead to symptoms such as:
• Bladder leakage
• Pelvic heaviness or pressure
• Pelvic pain
• A feeling that something "just doesn't feel right"

But these symptoms aren't a sign that you should give up running forever.
Instead, they're your body's way of saying it may need some support.
Factors such as pelvic floor strength, coordination, breathing, core function, training load, technique, recovery, and even constipation can all influence how your pelvic floor copes with running.
The goal isn't to stop exercising it's to help your body meet the demands of the activity you love.

Whether you're returning to running after having a baby, training for your first fun run, or have been running for years, you don't have to put up with leaking or discomfort.
Do you run, or have you stopped because of pelvic floor symptoms? Let us know below, or share another myth you'd like us to bust in an upcoming Myth Monday!

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32 Symons Street
Healesville, VIC
3777

Opening Hours

Monday 7:30am - 4:30pm
Tuesday 7am - 6pm
Wednesday 9am - 7pm
Thursday 7:30am - 5:30pm
Friday 7:30am - 3pm

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+61359116050

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