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Looking for advice on pregnancy & postpartum care?

Rosara Torrisi — Fri, 23 Jul 2021 06:03:23 +0000

I was recently asked by a family member what I would recommend for pregnancy support, vaginal delivery prep, and postpartum care. Here are my top recommendations.

The Ab System belly wrap from bellies inc. is great to put your body back in order, whether you’ve had a C-section or vaginal delivery

The Labor and Delivery + Postpartum Recovery Kit from Frida is great. The company also makes a lot of other helpful postpartum gear.

Private Packs are also excellent for postpartum care. These reusable hot & cold packs help relax muscles & combat swelling as well as reduce inflammation and pain.

If sex becomes painful during or after pregnancy, using OhNut may help you have sex without discomfort. The majority of folks have pelvic pain for at least a year after pregnancy, regardless of C-section or vaginal delivery.

Most people have urinary issues before and after pregnancy. ONDRwear washable leakproof underwear were designed by a urologist to help keep you covered while you’re healing and before physical therapy work kicks in.

Speaking of physical therapy, if kegels are part of your routine, the kGoal is a fun way to get your exercises in!

For PT work, we appreciate the Intimate Rose dilator set and massage wand. I recommend the vibrating one even if you don’t intend to use it. Vibration helps break up scar tissue and bring blood flow to an area. You don’t have to turn on the vibration if you don’t want to, but it can make your homework more fun.

Last but not least, lube. Especially afterwards. All your hormones shift and make for a lot of sensitive tissue and dryness. We love Slippery Stuff, Good Clean Love, and Uberlube.

Most importantly, listen to your body, and be gentle with yourself.

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11 Facts About Female Orgasm

Rosara Torrisi — Thu, 12 Jul 2018 18:58:36 +0000

Ever wonder about orgasm for vagina owners?

Read on for the situation with multiple orgasms, the elusive G-spot, and more.

It’s all about pleasure!

Dr. Torrisi is quoted in this article on Cosmopolitan.com

Enjoy!

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LIIST & Pelvic Physical Therapy

Rosara Torrisi — Wed, 21 Sep 2016 16:14:43 +0000

The Long Island Institute of Sex Therapy has officially announced their partnership with New Dimensions Physical Therapy in Manhasset. Beginning in October, LIIST will be providing cutting edge therapy for individuals and couples with sexuality-related concerns in collaboration with Dr. Abbate. LIIST has always collaborated with state of the art professionals on Long Island, including Dr. Abbate’s team in Manhasset. As many sex therapy clients suffer with physical pelvic floor dysfunctions and pain, this partnership provides easy to access services for couples and individual psychotherapy alongside pelvic physical therapy.

– Difficulties with pain after pregnancy? This new partnership is for you!

– Experiencing IBS or IC symptoms that prevent you from having sex with your partner? This new partnership is for you!

– Extremely painful periods? This new partnership is for you!

– Erectile dysfunction or Premature ejaculation difficulties? This new partnership is for you!

– Peeing during workouts? This new partnership is for you!

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Let’s Talk About Sex (Therapy)

Rosara Torrisi — Sun, 13 Dec 2015 19:06:42 +0000

Rosara Torrisi was interviewed by Judith Meer, a well-regarded pelvic physical therapist and blogger at More than Meer. You can read the full interview here.

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Babeland @ LIIST

Rosara Torrisi — Fri, 30 Oct 2015 01:52:16 +0000

If you’ve been working with any of the therapists at the Long Island Institute of Sex Therapy, you know we love Babeland. LIIST has now developed a relationship with Babeland, so you can find all of their best products simply by clicking right ::here::!

Along with their website, Babeland also has three stores in New York that we highly recommend you pay a visit to.

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A Guide To Self Exploration (for women)

Rosara Torrisi — Wed, 23 Jan 2013 08:30:00 +0000

Ever wonder why you should masturbate?

As A Woman’s Touch notes, “Besides feeling good, masturbation can strengthen your pelvic muscles, revitalize body tissues, fight insomnia, reduce depression, lessen period-related (menstrual) discomfort, and release emotional tension and stress. Masturbation is a way to learn what feels good to you without worrying about what anyone else thinks or needs. It can help you learn to build your arousal to higher levels, become orgasmic, or intensify your experience of orgasm. You can pleasure your own body with your own hands when you’re alone, or when you’re with a partner. You can use what you learn in your self-pleasuring sessions to show a partner what you like best. Masturbation is also a way to meet your own sexual needs if your partner is tired, ill, or on a different sexual rhythm. Masturbation is normal, healthy, and good for your body and your mind.”

Take a look at this great quick guide on female masturbation.If you’re thinking of incorporating some toys into your masturbation and self exploration, read through these tips from Babeland.

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Kegels for Males, Too!

Rosara Torrisi — Sat, 12 Jan 2013 08:30:00 +0000

Males can also strengthen their pelvic floor. For a great review of male pelvic health information, please visit this article.

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New Year’s Resolution To Work Out

Rosara Torrisi — Thu, 10 Jan 2013 05:32:00 +0000

Have you made a New Year’s resolution to work out? Have you thought about exercising your pelvis? We hear about Kegels everywhere, but many don’t know what they are, what strengthening them can do for you, or how you use them to “work out” your pelvic muscles. This article by A Woman’s Touch will walk you through what’s important to know about pelvic floor health and how to regularly exercise your pelvic muscles. Fulfill your resolution to work out!

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