Tips to feel less awkward about your first pelvic physio session

We Know It’s Personal. Here’s How to Make It Less Weird — and Totally Worth It

Let’s be real:
Booking your first pelvic floor physiotherapy session can feel… awkward.

It’s not your average physio appointment. You might be thinking:

• “Is this going to be invasive?”
• “Do I have to get undressed?”
• “What if I feel embarrassed?”
• “Is it normal to talk about… all that stuff?”

First of all: YES. It’s totally normal to feel nervous.
Second: You’re not the only one.
And third: We’ve got you.

At YFS (Your Form Sux), we specialize in taking the awkward out of pelvic health — and helping you feel confident in your body again.

Here’s how to walk into your first session with less stress, more clarity, and zero shame.

✅ 1. Know That You’re in Control — Always

This is your body. Your appointment. Your boundaries.

At YFS:

• Nothing happens without your full, informed consent
• We explain everything before it happens
• You can decline or pause internal exams at any time
• You can bring a support person, ask questions, or stop the session — no pressure, ever

👉 You’re never “too much,” “too sensitive,” or “too late.” You’re just a human, and we meet you there.

✅ 2. Wear Comfortable Clothing (No, You Don’t Have to Undress Right Away)

Your first session usually starts with conversation and movement, not a gown and stirrups.

We might assess your:

• Breathing
• Posture
• Core engagement
• Hip, back, or pelvic alignment

Wear leggings, joggers, shorts — anything you feel good moving in. Internal exams are optional and always discussed with your full comfort in mind.

✅ 3. It’s Okay to Feel Emotional (Or Say Nothing at All)

Pelvic health issues are deeply personal. They can bring up frustration, fear, shame, or past trauma. We’re trained to hold space for that.

We’ve had clients cry, laugh, dissociate, get talkative, or go completely silent — and all of it is okay.

You don’t need to have the “perfect words” or explain everything in detail. Just show up — we’ll guide you from there.

✅ 4. You Don’t Need to “Clean Up” or Be Perfect

This one’s big. We’ve heard it all:

• “I’m sorry, I didn’t shave.”
• “I had lunch and I’m bloated.”
• “I feel gross — I’ve been sweating all day.”

Listen: we’re here for your health, not your hygiene habits.
We’re not judging your grooming, your underwear, your cycle, or your scent. We’re focused on muscles, tissues, patterns, and healing.

Come as you are. Truly.

✅ 5. Ask Questions — Even “Weird” Ones

There’s no such thing as TMI here.
Want to ask about peeing during workouts? Pain during sex? Your partner’s experience? Pooping issues? Go for it.

We’re here to answer without flinching — and educate you without judgment.

✅ 6. Know That You’re Not the Only One Going Through This

Pelvic physio isn’t rare. It’s just rarely talked about.
We treat:

• Leaking (with sneezes, running, or lifting)
• Pain with sex or tampon use
• Postpartum recovery
• Core dysfunction + prolapse
• Urinary urgency or constipation
• Pelvic tension from stress or trauma

And we treat people of all genders, ages, and backgrounds.
You’re not broken. You’re not weird. You’re just ready to feel better.

Final Word: Awkwardness Fades. Empowerment Lasts.

We know walking into that first appointment can feel vulnerable. But we also know this:

💥 Most clients leave saying:
“Why didn’t I do this sooner?”

💥 And many realize:
“This isn’t weird — it’s what healing actually looks like.”

You’re not here to be judged. You’re here to be supported, educated, and respected.

Ready to feel more at home in your body?
Book your first pelvic floor session at YFS — and let’s make it the least awkward part of your recovery.