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What They Didn’t Tell You: From Core to Floor

Millie Schwekywtdty.buzzsprout.com

Your go to podcast for real talk about women’s bodies, pelvic floor health, hormones, pregnancy, sex, and healing all through a mix of science and intuition. 

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Episodes

The Birth Story I Can’t Stop Thinking About

Send us Fan Mail Season 4 is hereeee and we are kicking it off with such a special episode. In this conversation, I’m sitting down with Liat Buckman — women’s dietitian, hormone health educator, mama of four, and one of the smartest women I know when it comes to supporting women through their childbearing years. But today, we’re not talking about food. We’re talking about birth . And not just any birth. Liat is sharing the story of her first home birth after previous hospital births, and this ep...

May 19, 202650 minSeason 4Ep. 1

How Deleting Social Media Changed My Life

Send us Fan Mail If you’ve been feeling a little off lately, scrolling more, thinking more, trusting yourself less, this one’s for you sis!!!!!! In this episode, I’m sharing what happened in the land of Millie when I deleted social media… and why it changed way more than just my screen time. We’re talking about what it looks like to get quiet enough to hear your own body again. T his is how you start trusting yourself again. Most women aren’t disconnected because they’re broken. They’re disconne...

May 03, 202616 min

Change Your Life NOW

Send us Fan Mail Core Girls Club is out now, don't know what you're waiting for!!!! Get to coregirlsclub.com and secure your spot It's super affordable to be accessible to all. Grab your credit card (or your husbands or parents 👀) and join our club! Can't wait to see you inside!!!! The coolest club there ever was.

Jan 18, 20265 min

Comparison is Holding You Back

Send us Fan Mail Millie gets real about the protein DMs, social media comparison, and what “doing health” looks like in different seasons. Simple, doable basics > shiny trends. Plus, a gentle invite to find your middle with Core Girls Club. In this episode… Why Millie shared her own 120g protein target, and why yours can be different How to scroll without spiraling: using social for ideas, not comparison The boring-but-powerful basics: protein, fiber, sleep, movement, sunlight, community, fai...

Dec 30, 202511 min

The Secret to Managing Stress, is Stress!

Send us Fan Mail In this laid back solo episode, I tell you about my secret weapon to managing stress, which is actually STRESS! Yep. This one is a quickie so you better listen, and get to the end because OBV theres a goodie waiting for you Link here: Core Girls Club Waitlist

Dec 24, 20258 min

Why Your Core Work Isn’t Working and How to Fix It

Send us Fan Mail Ever feel like you’re doing all the core exercises… but nothing is actually changing? In this episode, Dr. Millie and Zoe break down why so many women struggle to feel or see results from core work, especially postpartum. Spoiler alert: it’s usually not about doing more exercises, it’s about how you’re breathing, standing, and moving through your day. They talk honestly about postpartum bellies, diastasis recti, bloating, alignment, rib position, and the small habits that quietl...

Dec 16, 202512 min

When Slowing Down Becomes the Strongest Thing You Can Do

Send us Fan Mail So many women move through life in a constant state of doing. We hustle, we achieve, we handle everything for everyone else, and somewhere along the way we forget how to slow down. In this conversation, Millie and Zoe get brutally honest about why slowing down feels so uncomfortable, why so many of us don’t feel safe with our own thoughts, and how we can finally begin tuning back into ourselves instead of running on autopilot. They share real stories, practical practices, and th...

Dec 09, 202528 min

Stop Shrinking and Start Strengthening

Send us Fan Mail In this week’s episode of What They Didn’t Tell You From Core to Floor, Millie sits down with Zoe Corin for an honest and grounded conversation about shifting from shrinking to strengthening. Together they explore what embodiment truly means, how strength changes the way you see yourself, and why so many women are finally realizing that chasing “small” never leads to long-term health or confidence. Millie and Zoe open up about the pressure to be thin, how their own communities s...

Dec 02, 202528 min

Why You Leak During Workouts

Send us Fan Mail Leaking During Workouts? Pelvic Heaviness? Back Pain? Let’s Fix That. In this episode of What They Didn’t Tell You from Core to Floor, Dr. Millie is back in the studio with personal trainer & core specialist Zoe Corin to unpack one of the most common and most ignored , fitness struggles: pelvic floor symptoms during exercise. Whether you're leaking during jumping jacks, feeling heaviness in a squat, or wondering “is something wrong with my body?” this one’s for you. We break...

Nov 25, 202521 min

Too Tired to Work Out?

Send us Fan Mail Are you exhausted, trying to juggle workouts, motherhood, and life on way too little sleep? In this raw and refreshingly honest episode, Dr. Millie and Zoe sit down (with zero prep!) to talk about what it really looks like to stay active when you’re tired, overwhelmed, and running on caffeine and chaos. From choosing between sleep or exercise, to cravings, postpartum burnout, and why your best “workout” might actually be a nap, this conversation is packed with truth, humor, and ...

Nov 18, 202524 min

Stop Doing, Just BE

Send us Fan Mail Life has been chaotic — war, travel, motherhood, work, and everything in between. But through it all, one thing has kept Dr. Millie grounded: movement. In this heartfelt solo episode, she opens up about finding peace in the chaos, reconnecting with her body, and realizing that sometimes… we don’t need more self-help, we just need to be . Tune in as she shares how fitness became her anchor through unpredictable seasons, why too much “growth content” can disconnect us from our int...

Nov 11, 202515 min

What No One Told You About Core Strength in Pregnancy

Send us Fan Mail In this empowering solo episode, Dr. Millie breaks down everything you need to know about core strength during pregnancy , what’s safe, what actually works, and why your breath is the secret to it all. Learn how to build strength, stability, and confidence in your changing body through simple posture shifts, mindful breathing, and functional movement. Whether you’re pregnant, postpartum, or just craving a deeper connection to your core, this episode will help you feel grounded, ...

Nov 04, 202516 min

What No One Told You About Healing Diastasis

Send us Fan Mail In this empowering episode, Dr. Millie Schweky sits down with personal trainer and women’s fitness expert Zoe Corin to uncover the truth about healing diastasis recti — the common abdominal separation so many women experience after birth. Together, they break down what diastasis really is, why it happens, and how to safely rebuild your core connection after pregnancy. From understanding the science behind your abs to practical tips for strength, breathwork, and movement, this co...

Oct 28, 202523 min

The Truth About Postpartum Recovery and Rebuilding Strength

Send us Fan Mail Season 3 kickoff with a truth bomb on postpartum “recovery.” Dr. Millie Schweky and fitness expert Zoe Corin get real about what your body actually needs after birth... no bounce-back fantasy, just evidence-based steps that rebuild strength, protect your pelvic floor, and help you feel like you again. You’ll learn How to reconnect to core and breath so healing isn’t left to chance The safe bridge from early rehab to real strength training Alignment tweaks that reduce leaking, ba...

Oct 21, 202524 min

Finding My Flow: Faith, Body Confidence, and Life Behind the Scenes

Send us Fan Mail In this raw and real solo episode, Dr. Millie opens up about life behind the scenes, from balancing her work in Israel and the U.S. to the big shift of hiring an assistant, skyrocketing on Instagram, and navigating the personal journey of feeling empowered in her own body. She reflects on authenticity, body image, faith, and the importance of embracing both light and heavy seasons of life. With honesty, vulnerability, and encouragement, Millie invites you to find your own flow, ...

Sep 16, 202521 min

The Hidden Key to Relaxation Is Already Inside You

Send us Fan Mail Feeling stressed, stuck, or overwhelmed? In this episode, Dr. Millie and Dr. Yardena Bauer dive into the fascinating world of the vagus nerve, the body’s hidden switch between fight-or-flight and rest-and-digest. You’ll learn why stress shows up the way it does, how visceral manipulation supports your organs, and simple, practical tools you can use at home, like breathwork, temperature shifts, music, and connection, to calm your nervous system and feel grounded again. If you’ve ...

Sep 09, 202510 minSeason 2Ep. 8

What Your Body Knows That Your Mind Doesn’t

Send us Fan Mail What if your body could speak and tell you what it truly needs? In this episode, Dr. Millie sits down with Dr. Yardena Bauer to explore Body Talk and energy work, powerful practices that go beyond talk therapy to uncover hidden stress, stored trauma, and the body’s own wisdom. You’ll learn how guided body talk sessions, visualization, and energy healing can help release past experiences, calm the nervous system, and even support fertility, cycles, and overall well-being. From “ ...

Sep 02, 202511 min

Fueling Fertility: Nourishing Hormones Naturally

Send us Fan Mail Struggling to understand how food impacts your fertility and hormones? In this episode, Dr. Millie sits down with Dr. Yardena Bauer to break down the science of fertility nourishment in a way that’s practical, simple, and empowering. We dive into the key nutrients, foods, and lifestyle habits that can boost egg quality, support hormone health, and prepare your body for conception. From good fats and proteins to why olive oil is a fertility superstar (and what to avoid like trans...

Aug 26, 20258 min

Gut Health & Hormones: The Secret Link to Your Mood, Energy & Cycle

Send us Fan Mail Your gut isn’t just about digestion, it’s the key to your mood, hormones, and overall health! In this powerful conversation, Dr. Millie Schweky sits down with Dr. Yardena Bauer (PhD, dietitian, and hormone nutrition expert) to unpack the surprising connection between gut health, hormone balance, and emotional well-being. Discover how your microbiome impacts serotonin, why “period poops” happen, and practical ways to support your body with fiber, probiotics, and nourishing foods....

Aug 19, 202514 minSeason 2Ep. 5

From Skin to Hormones: Why Red Light Therapy Is a Game Changer

Send us Fan Mail Red light therapy isn’t just a wellness trend, it’s a science-backed tool for boosting energy, calming inflammation, repairing skin, and even supporting your hormones. In this episode, Dr. Millie sits down with Dr. Yardena Bauer to uncover the truth behind red light therapy... how it works, the best ways to use it, and why it’s becoming a must-have in both beauty and health routines. From collagen production to thyroid health to unexpected pain relief, you’ll hear the science, t...

Aug 12, 20255 min

Sun Up Phone Down Hormone Health Starts with Light

Send us Fan Mail In this follow-up to their hormone-nutrition series, Dr. Millie Schweky (pelvic-floor PT) and Dr. Yardena Bauer (endocrine dietitian, PhD) unpack how light exposure, circadian rhythm, and nightly screen habits can make or break hormone balance, energy, and fertility. What You’ll Learn Morning sunlight in 10 minutes: how red-light wavelengths boost serotonin, convert to melatonin at night, and support stable dopamine and mood. Afternoon “second light hit” to cue the brain that ev...

Aug 05, 202512 min

Under‑Fueling, Wonky Hormones, and Missing Periods: Are You Eating Enough to Ovulate?

Send us Fan Mail In our previous episode, Dr. Millie and endocrine dietitian Dr. Yardena Bauer mapped the four phases of the menstrual cycle and showed how nutrition, training style, and sleep can be aligned with each phase for better energy, mood, and long‑term health. This follow‑up conversation goes a level deeper. Dr. Bauer explains what happens when energy intake doesn’t match those hormonal needs, specifically, how chronic undereating, extreme calorie deficits, and long‑term restrictive di...

Jul 29, 202518 min

Eat, Lift, Sync: Real Talk on Hormones & Women’s Health

Send us Fan Mail In this episode, Dr. Millie (your favorite pelvic floor PT) sits down with Dr. Yardena Bauer, an endocrine dietician with a powerhouse background in neuroscience, nutrition, and women’s health. Together, they break down what really happens across the four phases of the menstrual cycle and explore how syncing your nutrition, workouts, and lifestyle to your cycle can transform your health. They bust myths, share practical tips on food (yes to dark chocolate!), talk hormones, mood,...

Jul 22, 202529 min

Beyond Six-Packs: Esther Taub on Body & Burnout

Send us Fan Mail In this raw, real, and ridiculously relatable conversation, Dr. Millie Schweky is joined by personal trainer and fitness educator Esther Taub to talk about the messy middle, where hustle meets burnout, and self-worth gets tangled up in six-packs and scale numbers. This isn’t your typical before-and-after story. It’s the truth behind what it really looks like to build a fitness empire, deconstruct toxic body narratives, and choose kindness over control. In this episode, we dive i...

Jul 15, 202554 min

Who Told You That? The Worst Sex Advice My Patients Have Ever Gotten

Send us Fan Mail In this first ever solo episode, Dr. Millie Schweky discusses the worst advice her patients have received about sex, emphasizing the importance of understanding pain, communication, and consent. She addresses common misconceptions surrounding sexual health, the impact of contraception, and the need for education and self-advocacy. Millie encourages listeners to trust their bodies and seek help when needed, promoting a holistic approach to sexual wellness. LINKS! My Amazon Storef...

Jul 08, 202520 minSeason 1Ep. 9

Clitoral Sensitivity & Niddah Loneliness

Send us Fan Mail Welcome back to What They Didn’t Tell You: From Core to Floor! In Episode 8, Dr. Millie Schweky and certified sex coach Galya Falkson answer two of the most vulnerable questions in the Q&A box: “Why don’t I feel anything during sex?” “And why do I feel so alone during Niddah?” Spoiler: It’s not just in your head and it’s absolutely something you can work through. Inside: What “sensitivity” really means and how arousal plays a major role Why your clitoris needs blood flow, to...

Jul 01, 202518 minSeason 1Ep. 8

G-Spots, Squirting & Overstimulation — Let's Get Into It

Send us Fan Mail Welcome back to another juicy episode of What They Didn’t Tell You: From Core to Floor! In this no-holds-barred Q&A, Dr. Millie Schweky is joined again by sex coach Galya Falkson to pull back the curtain on the biggest mysteries in female pleasure: squirting and the G-spot. In this episode, we dive into: What squirting really is (hint: it’s not pee... but maybe a little?) The truth about the G-spot and how it’s actually just clitoral stimulation from the inside Why pleasure ...

Jun 24, 202520 minSeason 1Ep. 7

Penetration Isn’t the Point (And Other Bedroom Truths)

Send us Fan Mail What do you do when sex hurts, your therapist says to stop, and your partner just… doesn’t get it? In this no-filter episode, Dr. Millie dives deep into the emotional, physical, and relational complexities of painful sex and how couples can stay connected and empowered without rushing into penetration. What’s Inside: What the “fear-pain cycle” is… and how to break it. The truth about fairness in intimacy (spoiler: you matter too) Real scripts to help you talk to your partner wit...

Jun 17, 202510 minSeason 1Ep. 6

The Truth About Intimacy They Never Taught You

Send us Fan Mail In this episode, Dr. Millie answers listener-submitted questions that crack open the honest, nuanced world of sexual wellness and relational intimacy. She tackles: Why orgasms might require vibrators while on antidepressants and how to navigate that with your partner How to have conversations about sex with your fiancé before marriage (without feeling shame or confusion) What it means when sex doesn’t hurt but throbs after How lubrication, arousal, hydration, and hormones all pl...

Jun 10, 202513 minSeason 1Ep. 5

Painful Sex & Other Things Your PT Wishes You’d Ask Sooner

Send us Fan Mail In this episode: Dr. Millie and sex coach Galya tackle a listener's heartfelt question: "Who do I see first: pelvic floor PT or a sex therapist, when sex is painful?" Their answer? It depends... and you deserve to know why. You'll learn: What vaginismus is (and why it’s more common than you think). How to differentiate between muscle-related vs. emotional/psychological pain during intimacy. The truth about postpartum pain and the myth of the "loose" pelvic floor. Why even C-sect...

Jun 03, 202513 minSeason 1Ep. 4
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