The Vagina Rehab Doctor Podcast
The Vagina Rehab Doctor Podcast is hosted by Dr. Janelle Howell, a Pelvic Floor physical therapist who is dedicated to helping women and all people everywhere love their bodies and love their vaginas. In this podcast, Dr. Howell breaks the silence and cancels shame around all things related to vaginal health, pelvic floor fitness, and sexual wellness. Every Monday, a new episode is released where listeners can laugh, learn, and maybe even blush a little as Dr. Howell debunks myths and empowers everyone to own their bodies and pleasure without shame. Follow Dr. Howell on Instagram and TikTok @VaginaRehabDoctor and...
What Every Partner Needs to Know About Painful Sex and Vaginismus
This episode is for the partners! If your wife, girlfriend, partner, or significant other is struggling with painful sex, vaginismus, or difficulty with penetration, I need you to listen. We're talking about what it really means to support your partner through pelvic floor healing while protecting the intimacy, connection, and passion in your relationship. Because overcoming painful sex isn't just about penetration. It's about healing together and building a sex life you BOTH get to enjoy. Let's get into it!
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Is It Perimenopause? Signs, Symptoms, and Solutions
Hey y’all! We are diving into perimenopause, the early signs of hormonal changes, and what every woman should know about this transition. If you’re in your mid to late 30s or 40s and wondering how perimenopause might affect your vaginal health, pelvic floor, or sex life, this conversation is for you! I’m sharing what’s really happening in your body, what you need to know about managing perimenopause symptoms, and why you don’t have to accept discomfort or painful sex as a normal part of aging. Because baby, menopause doesn’t mean your pleasure has to end!
<...5 Signs of an Excellent Pelvic Floor Physical Therapist
How do you know if your pelvic floor physical therapist is actually helping you? Y'all I'm breaking down the signs of a good pelvic floor therapist, what to expect from pelvic floor therapy for painful sex and vaginismus, and when it might be time to find a new provider. We're talking about real progress, building sexual confidence, and why healing requires more than just showing up to appointments. Because, honey, you deserve to feel empowered in your body and experience pain-free, buttery sex!
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3 Vitamins to Relax a Tight Pelvic Floor
Y'all, did you know that what you eat can make a difference in your pelvic floor health and sexual wellness? Today, we're talking about three essential nutrients your coochie absolutely loves! I'm sharing some simple foods you can add to your diet to nourish your body from the inside out. Because, baby, your vagina needs to eat too!
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The Post-Partum Return to Sex: What No One is Saying
Returning to sex after having a baby can feel like a whole new experience, and nobody really prepares you for what to expect. I’m talking all about pregnancy, postpartum, and sex, from changes in desire and sensation to discomfort, healing, and reconnecting with your body after birth. Whether you’re preparing for pregnancy, deep in the postpartum trenches, or wondering when sex will finally feel good again, this episode is here to help you understand your body, give yourself grace, and feel more confident stepping back into your pleasure.
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My Own Journey With Painful Sex and Why I’m Turning to a Pelvic Wand
Okay y’all, it’s confession time. In this episode, I’m getting personal about my own recent experience with pain during sex and what it’s been like to suddenly find myself navigating something I’ve helped thousands of women work through. I’m sharing what I’ve been learning about my body, how I’m approaching deep pain differently, and why sometimes even the Vagina Rehab Doctor has to take her own advice. If you’ve ever felt frustrated, confused, or alone trying to figure out what your body needs for pain-free sex, this one is for you.
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The Biggest Mistake You Are Making When Using Vaginal Dilators
I’m getting real about dilators, painful sex, and some of the advice you may be hearing in pelvic floor physical therapy that could actually be keeping you stuck. We’re talking about the connection between pain, fear, and your nervous system, why the mindset you bring to dilation matters, and how to use therapeutic tools with more confidence and intention on your journey toward pain-free, freedom-based sex.
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The Truth about Overcoming Vaginismus and Feeling Sexy Again
You don’t have to wait until you’ve overcome vaginismus or sexual pain to feel sexy, confident, and connected to your body. In today’s episode, we’re talking about stepping into your “mamacita energy,” becoming the CEO of your body, and how your mindset, thoughts, and relationship with your body can play a powerful role in your healing. It’s time to stop putting your confidence and sexuality on hold and start calling that version of you in right now.
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How to Overcome Vaginismus in Weeks, Not Years
If you’ve been working toward pain-free sex or overcoming vaginismus and feel like your healing is taking forever, this episode is for you. I’m talking about how to move beyond just gathering information and start taking real action toward your goals with the right support for your mind, body, nervous system, and sexuality.
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Why Vaginal Dilators Aren’t Working for You
If you’ve been using dilators but still feel stuck, frustrated, or in pain, this episode is for you. I’m breaking down why dilators don’t always work for vaginismus and pelvic floor tightness, what your nervous system has to do with it, and the missing piece that can help you move toward pain-free intimacy and more freedom in your body.
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The Buttery Sex Four-Week Remote Program Starting Sept 8th: Your Questions Answered!
Today, I’m giving you the full scoop on my upcoming four-week Buttery Sex program and how we’re going to work together to help you release fear, loosen a tight pelvic floor, build confidence in your body, and move closer to pain-free, pleasurable sex. I’m breaking down what to expect each week, how the program works, and why you don’t have to wait for a relationship to start your healing. Your buttery sex chapter is here, girl!
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Why "Feeling Safe" Doesn't Fix Painful Sex
Feeling safe isn’t always enough to fix painful sex, vaginismus, or pelvic floor tension, and healing can sometimes feel uncomfortable even when you’re on the right path. I’m sharing what it really means to teach your body to release, how fear and hypervigilance can keep your pelvic floor guarded, and why your mindset matters so much when you’re learning to trust your body again. If you’ve ever wondered why you still feel tight, tense, or stuck even when you know you’re safe, baby, this episode is for you.
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Do This ONE Thing If You Want Buttery, Pain-Free Sex
I'm sharing one mindset shift that I believe can completely change the way you approach healing from vaginismus, painful sex, and the disconnect you may feel with your body. We're talking about confidence, hope, and learning to see your body as capable instead of broken. If you've been feeling discouraged or stuck, I hope this conversation reminds you that healing is possible and that your journey starts long before everything feels "fixed."
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Sex Positive Bible Verses to Help you Embrace More Sexual Desire
Sex Positive Bible Verses to Help you Embrace More Sexual Desire? Yep... we're going there. In this episode, I'm opening up the Bible to explore some of my favorite scriptures on sex, intimacy, desire, and pleasure. If you've ever wondered whether faith and a thriving sex life can actually go hand in hand, grab your Bible and an open mind. We're talking about God's design for intimacy, leaving shame behind, and embracing your sexuality with confidence, joy, and maybe even a little excitement.
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5 Ways to Embody the Sexy and Sensual Side of You NOW
You do not have to wait until you're fully healed to feel confident, feminine, and connected to your body. I'm talking about why you don't have to wait until your body is "fixed" or your healing journey is complete to feel confident, feminine, and connected to your sensuality right now.
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The Truth About Balancing Your Vaginal pH
We are getting into vaginal pH and why it's about so much more than odor or infections. I'm breaking down what vaginal pH actually is, what really affects it (and what doesn't), why those "pH-balancing" products aren't the answer, and how recurring infections can impact your pelvic floor, intimacy, and confidence. If you've ever dealt with yeast infections, BV, UTIs, or just felt confused about what's happening with your body, this episode will help you better understand what's going on and how to support your vaginal health from the inside out.
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5 Ways to Heal Vaginismus Without Leaving Home
I'm sharing five practical ways you can begin overcoming painful sex and vaginismus without ever leaving your house. We'll talk about simple tools, daily habits, and different levels of support that can help you reconnect with your body, build confidence, and move toward pain-free intimacy at your own pace. Whether you're just starting your healing journey or looking for a new approach, I want you to know that healing is possible, and it can begin right where you are.
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How to Have First-Time Sex Without Pain
First-time sex does not have to be painful and I’m going to explain what your body actually needs for pain free, pleasurable, and confident sex (even on your first time).
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The 4 Types of Vulvodynia and Why Vaginismus Causes Burning Pain
I’m breaking down the difference between vulvodynia and vaginismus so you can better understand what may be causing your sexual pain, burning, tightness, or painful penetration. We’re talking pelvic floor tension, vaginismus, vulvodynia, pain-free sex, hormones, inflammation, and why your symptoms may not be “just in your head.” If you’re tired of struggling with painful sex and ready for real answers and support, book your free clarity call today through the link in the show notes.
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3 Signs It’s Time to Dump Your Pelvic Floor Therapist
If you’ve been stuck in pelvic floor physical therapy for months with little progress, this episode is your sign to stop settling. I’m breaking down the biggest red flags in pelvic floor care, from feeling dismissed during treatment to why vaginismus, sexual pain, painful intercourse, and pain-free sex require more than just stretches and trigger point work. Ready to feel confident in your body and finally move toward pain-free intimacy? Book your free clarity call today and let’s talk about your next step.
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How to Restore Sexual Passion in Your Marriage After a Dry Spell
Sometimes restoring intimacy in your marriage starts with one honest decision to reconnect. In this episode, I’m talking about sexual passion, emotional closeness, dry spells, and how small moments of intimacy can reignite connection, even in the middle of stress, busy schedules, vaginismus, or painful sex struggles. If sexual pain or impossible intercourse is keeping you from the intimacy you want, this episode is for you.
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My Body Said No! Re-Writing My New Definition of Success
At a certain point your body will full on stop you after sending signals over and over. This episode is about burnout, hormonal health, pelvic pain, and what happens when your body finally stops negotiating with you. We talk about vaginismus, nervous system disregulation, chronic stress, and learning how to pursue pain free sex and healing without abandoning yourself in the process.
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I Built a Global Platform as a Pelvic Floor Therapist While Secretly Burning Out
I’m getting real in this episode about burnout, hormones, and what happens when you keep pushing through pain while struggling with sexual pain, vaginismus, and chronic stress. I share my recent health scare, what it taught me about self abandonment, and why I’m redefining success, healing, and what it means to feel at home in your body again.
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Don’t Wait for a Relationship Crisis to Reclaim Your Body
What happens when painful sex, vaginismus, or sexual pain becomes part of your identity? In this episode, I’m talking honestly about the cycle of avoidance, fear, pelvic floor tension, and feeling stuck in your body, and why pain free sex and healing are still possible even after years of struggle. If you’re ready to stop settling and start moving toward sexual freedom, confidence, and deeper intimacy, book your free clarity call with me through the link below.
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Can You Really Do Pelvic Floor Therapy Online?
If you’ve ever wondered how pelvic floor therapy works virtually, this episode is for you. I’m walking you through how we assess pelvic floor muscle tightness, weakness, vaginismus, sexual pain, and pelvic floor dysfunction remotely so you can better understand your body and finally move toward pain free sex with confidence and clarity. If you’re ready to stop struggling alone and get expert support for your pelvic health, schedule your free clarity call today.
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How to Overcome the Fear of Disappointing Your Partner When Sex Hurts
I’m walking you through how fear of disappointing your partner can keep you stuck in vaginismus, sexual pain, and avoiding intimacy, even when you’re physically making progress toward pain free sex . We talk about how negative thoughts impact your confidence, connection, and ability to rebuild intimacy, and how to shift those patterns so you can move forward with courage.
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5 Ways to Relax Your Pelvic Floor Without Stretches or Dilators
I’m breaking down how chronic pelvic floor tightness connects to sexual pain, vaginismus, and pain with intercourse, and what it really takes to retrain your body for pain free sex and pleasure again. If you’ve been dealing with pelvic pain or feeling stuck in tension patterns, this episode will help you start understanding what’s going on and where to begin. Book your free clarity call with me to take the next step toward lasting relief and confidence.
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From Painful to Orgasmic Penetration
I’m talking about how to move from sexual pain and vaginismus to orgasmic, pain free sex by focusing on communication, pelvic floor release, and real pleasure. If you’ve been struggling with painful penetration or want more satisfying intimacy, this episode will help you rethink what’s possible.
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3 Breathing Techniques to Relax a Tight Pelvic Floor & Reduce Pelvic Pain
I’m breaking down how breath work can help relieve sexual pain, vaginismus, and pelvic floor tension so you can move closer to pain free sex and a more relaxed body. I walk you through simple techniques to calm your nervous system, release tightness, and create more ease during intimacy.
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How to Stop Dilating and Start Making Love
I’m sharing how to move from dilators to real intimacy by addressing vaginismus, sexual pain, and the mindset shifts needed for pain free sex, so you can start trusting your body and making progress that actually lasts. If you’ve felt stuck, anxious about penetration, or unsure what’s next, this episode will help you think differently about your healing path without giving up.
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The Best Sex Positions for Vaginismus and Pain Free Sex
Today I’m getting real about sex positions when you’re dealing with sexual pain, vaginismus, or working toward pain free sex, and how to choose what actually supports your body and confidence without forcing it.
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Heal Vaginismus Faster: The Power of Group Coaching
I’m sharing how group coaching can accelerate your vaginismus healing by reducing sexual pain, releasing shame, and helping you move toward pain free sex with real support and accountability. If you’ve been feeling stuck, isolated, or unsure how to make progress, this conversation will open your eyes to a faster, more connected path forward.
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From Vaginismus Shame to Sharing Your Healing Testimony
I am speaking to the woman who is still in the middle of her healing journey with vaginismus, pelvic pain, or sexual pain and the woman who has already begun to overcome. We talk about shame, faith, and what it means to turn your story of vaginismus and pain during sex into a testimony that brings hope for pain free sex and deeper healing. If you’re ready for support on your healing journey, book your free clarity call with me to learn the next steps toward freedom.
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Getting Pregnant Naturally with Vaginismus, Endometriosis, and PCOS
In this episode, I am sharing pregnancy challenges connected to conditions like vaginismus, endometriosis, and PCOS, and how sexual pain and pelvic floor tension can impact your path to pain free sex and conception. We are focused on mindset shifts and natural strategies that can help you reconnect with your body and move toward healing, ovulation, and the possibility of pregnancy.
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<...How to Become Sex Positive When You Grew Up with Sexual Shame
In today’s episode, I’m inviting you to rethink what it really means to be sex positive and sexually attuned, especially if you grew up feeling shame around desire. We talk about honoring your sexuality as a natural, and creating space for pleasure even if you’re navigating sexual pain, vaginismus, or pelvic floor dysfunction. If you’re ready to move toward pain free sex, deeper confidence, and true sexual agency, book your free 30 minute clarity call with me and let’s explore what healing could look like for you.
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Can’t Find Your Vagina? A Hand to Vulva Guide to Sexual Anatomy
If you’ve ever asked yourself, “Where is my vagina?” or felt lost trying to insert a tampon or dilator, this episode is for you. Today I gently guide you through understanding your anatomy, releasing pelvic floor tension, and reconnecting with your body so you can move toward pain free sex, healing vaginismus, and building real sexual confidence without shame.
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Why Your Dilator Won’t Go In: The Mental Shift That Relaxes Your Pelvic Floor
If you feel stuck on a dilator or lost on how to use dilators the right way, this one is for you. This mindset shift can help you move through your fear of pain, calm your nervous system, and finally feel safe in your body again. Ready for real direction and support? Book your free clarity call with me through the link below and let’s talk about your next step.
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Blocked Entry During Sex: Why Your Body Closes and How to Rebuild Sexual Confidence
I’m talking directly to you if penetration feels blocked or if sex, tampons, or exams bring up fear, tension, or pain. We unpack what vaginismus and a tight pelvic floor really is and how sexual pain is often tied to both muscle patterns and the nervous system. Here’s how to rebuild your sexual confidence.
We can guide you 1:1 on how to become sexually confident and connected during intimacy.
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Vaginismus Healing for Married Women: Why Involving Your Husband Matters
Overcoming vaginismus together as a couple instead of carrying the weight alone can feel like a burden lifted. I walk through how partnered support, presence, and teamwork can play a meaningful role in the healing journey through vaginismus, redeeming sexual unity, and even deepening marital trust along the way.
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What a Tight Pelvic Floor Really Feels Like (and How to Release It)
In this episode, I break down what a tight or overactive pelvic floor actually feels like, using real symptoms women describe every day from urinary urgency and painful penetration to chronic hip tension and feeling like you can’t fully relax.
In this episode, you’ll learn how pelvic floor tension shows up, why it happens, and what your body is really asking for when it won’t let go.
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