Episode 33: Wait, Why Can't I Hover?

Welcome to Pints & Pelvic Floors: The Podcast. In Episode 33, I give you the facts on why you shouldn’t hover over the toilet when you go to the bathroom. I get it! Toilets can be dirty, especially in public bathrooms. But I promise you will be okay. Just make yourself a little nest of toilet paper or use one of the toilet seat covers!

pelvic floor physical therapy, baltimore, MD, don't hover, why can't I hover

Tl;dl (too long; didn’t listen - but I mean come on, this episode is less than 15 minutes long!)

When you hover your pelvic floor muscles cannot fully relax to let everything out.
This is true for both urine and feces!
Not fully voiding can lead into other issues like retention or urgency - don’t let this be you!
Buy yourself some travel toilet seat covers
Here’s the Free People IG post that I reference about the pockets - go for the photos, stay for the comments!

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