If you've ever frozen on the exam table, or spent the drive home replaying everything you wish you'd said, this episode is for you.
For so many of us with chronic pelvic pain, gynecologist visits are part of the recovery journey. And they can be really hard, both physically and emotionally. Many providers aren't trained in trauma-informed care or familiar with conditions like vaginismus and vulvodynia, which means it often falls on us to speak up for what we need.
In this episode, I'm sharing the things I didn't know I could ask for when I was healing, so you can walk into your next appointment feeling more prepared and a little more in control.
In this episode:
Why telling your provider about pain with penetration out loud matters (even if it's already on your intake form)
How to let your provider know you need extra care without disclosing anything you don't want to share
Why freezing on the table is a protective response, and not a personal failure
What to do if your provider declines a referral you've asked for
Why poor care is a reflection of the provider and the system, not of you
Free resource: Grab my free Pain Flare Plan workbook, with simple steps to help you navigate flares with less fear and more ease Get Your Free Pain Flare Plan
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