Hypopressives North Wales

06/03/2026

❤🧡❤To every Woman navigating the changes, challenges and strengths of Womanhood - this day is for us!

On International Women’s Day, I’d like to wish all women a day of recognition, appreciation and wellbeing.

Women’s Health deserves more conversation, more support, and more understanding — today and every day.

Working in Women’s Health is a real privilege. Every day I meet women navigating the many transitions of life — from postnatal recovery to perimenopause and menopause — often while balancing work, family, sport and everything else life brings. The strength, honesty and resilience I see in women constantly inspires me.

Ahead of this special day, earlier this week I had the pleasure of attending the 2026 North Wales Women’s Health Conference at Bangor University. It was a wonderful day of connection with other passionate professionals who are dedicated to improving support for women across North Wales.

The more we share knowledge, listen to each others' experiences and work together across different fields, the better we can support women to feel strong, informed and confident in their bodies at every stage of life.

Today is a moment to celebrate women — and also to continue championing the care and support we all deserve every day.❤🧡❤

05/06/2025

Heddiw- Today!
A picture of me doing my best 'weather girl' impression whilst visiting Llanfairpwllgwyngyll Women's Institute today - the 'home' of Britains WI.

Thank you ladies for a lovely afternoon out, chatting pelvic floors and Hypopressives.

I love sharing this simple & empowering technique, so if you'd like me to come and talk with your group or organisation- don't hesitate to get in touch.

03/06/2025

❤️My Tuesday Tip for your Pelvic Floor: Paint your toenails! ❤️

Believe it or not, having flexible toes and feet is important for our pelvic floor health.

This connection thrives through the fascial (connective tissue) network.

Stretching our toes encourages a natural engagement and release of the pelvic floor for better flexibility and function whilst allowing good body alignment, boosting core activation, improving balance, & mobility.

💡So... indulge in a little self-care - use toe stretchers while pampering your nails - your pelvic floor will thank you!

https://hypopressives-north-wales.co.uk/simple-toe-foot-stretches-that-support-the-pelvic-floor/ for more ideas on how to stretch those little piggies (I hope you know the nursery rhyme or that'll make no sense at all !)😜😎

The Link Between Feet and Pelvic Floor 1. Fascial Connections: The plantar fascia is part of a continuous line that connects your feet to the calves, pelvis, and spine. Restrictions in your feet can create tension that impacts pelvic floor function. 2. Posture and Alignment: Limited foot mobility ca...

26/05/2025

Let's talk REST & it's importance for those of us in midlife & menopause.

During a follow-up consultation recently, someone told me that one of the most impactful things Hypopressives helped with from the get-go, was learning how to properly switch off and rest. REAL REST- not the pretend kind where she felt too guilty to properly switch off, or was going through endless mental lists.

If you’re juggling aging parents, career stress, or the emotional shift of kids leaving home, rest should't be considered a luxury—but a vital support of your health and well-being. During menopause, hormone changes already disrupt sleep and mood. Without proper rest, issues like anxiety, pelvic floor problems and brain fog can worsen.

✨ Rest helps:
Physical and emotional recovery
Balance mood & stress
Support heart & brain health
Manage weight & cravings
Strengthen your immune system

Neglecting rest can lead to burnout, worsened menopausal symptoms, and even chronic health issues.

Hypopressives are best known for improving core and pelvic floor function, but also have powerful benefits for rest and relaxation and nervous system regulation.

💤 If your body is asking for restoration. Listen. You’ve earned it.💗

08/05/2025

Today is World Ovarian Cancer Day! 🌎💜

Ovarian cancer symptoms can be easy to miss, but knowing them could be life-saving. Will you help us make sure everyone can recognise the of ?

👉 Share this post - and pop a 💜 in the comments below when you have!

Thank you for standing with us this .

And thank you to Ellastrated for creating this wonderful new symptoms poster!