by Natalie Drake | Aug 8, 2019 | Sexual dysfunction
It’s an unfortunate reality that many women suffer quietly from sexual dysfunction without ever getting the proper help. There can be so much confusion surrounding the subject of what is considered “normal,” that many women just choose not to reach out or ask... by Natalie Drake | Jul 3, 2019 | Urinary Incontinence, Urinary Tract Infection, UTI
The female body is simply amazing. Everything from the reproductive system to sexual function is still leaving scientists a bit puzzled despite the leaps and bounds of progress that has been made throughout the decades. Perhaps a lesser-appreciated function of the... by Natalie Drake | May 21, 2019 | Vaginal Rejuvenation
It’s official, spring has sprung. And with all that extra Vitamin D bouncing around, it’s no secret bunnies aren’t the only ones emerging from a long winter and finding extra time for their mate. Warmer temperatures tend to bring out the sex drive in humans. Ever... by Natalie Drake | Apr 23, 2019 | Postpartum Care, Urinary Incontinence
Meet the Co-founders of Back After Baby Hello! We are Hallie and Ingrid- two moms and physical therapists on a mission to provide women with the knowledge and resources they need to properly recover and get back after baby! We developed this three phase postpartum... by Natalie Drake | Mar 25, 2019 | Urinary Incontinence
What is urinary incontinence and am I at risk for developing it? Let’s face it; bladder leakage and a constant urge to urinate are no fun. We hear about these terms and may associate them with urinary incontinence, but exactly what do they mean? Are they the problem... by Natalie Drake | Dec 11, 2018 | Vaginal Rejuvenation
Is Cystoscopy Safe? Why Your Doctor’s Experience Matters Although cystoscopy is generally safe, complications such as a tear or perforation can occur. As recently as 2012, it has been reported in literature (1) that the incidence of lower urinary tract injury during... by Natalie Drake | Oct 18, 2018 | Urinary Incontinence
How Many Times is it Normal to Urinate at Night? Frequent Urination at night is most common in women as they age. In a 2004 study co-authored by Natalie Drake and fellow Duke University researchers, it was shown that “the risk of nocturnal polyuria increased with age... by onur | Feb 23, 2018 | Uncategorized
To understand why you need three ThermiVa treatments when you start your vaginal rejuvenation experience, it is important to understand how ThermiVa works. Collagen Formation and Remodeling Collagen is a protein involved in the structural support or our tissues. It... by Natalie Drake | Dec 1, 2016 | Uncategorized
The Thermiva treatment has come to the greater Houston area! The only question now is, is it right for you? Thermiva is an FDA approved, safe, nonsurgical, non-invasive treatment that targets loose vaginal tissues using controlled heat energy. Some of the incredible... by Natalie Drake | Dec 1, 2016 | Uncategorized
Like any medical procedure, there are technical ways to talk about Thermiva. You’ll see phrases floating around like ‘vaginal atrophy’, ‘atrophic vaginitis’, and ‘vulvovaginal tightening’ that may just have you wanting to run for the hills. Don’t. The procedure isn’t...