By Kim Vopni, The Vagina Coach — Certified Pelvic Floor Fitness Specialist · Published February 7, 2023

Direct Answer: Rectocele prolapse happens when the rectum bulges into the back of the vaginal wall due to weakened tissue, often from childbirth, menopause, heavy lifting, or chronic straining. D...

By Kim Vopni, The Vagina Coach — Certified Pelvic Floor Fitness Specialist · Published February 1, 2021

What Happens at Week 7 of Post-Op Recovery After Rectocele Repair?

Direct Answer: By week 7 after rectocele repair surgery, many women notice real improvement in their Kege...

By Kim Vopni, The Vagina Coach — Certified Pelvic Floor Fitness Specialist · Published January 26, 2021

What Changes at Week 6 of Post-Op Recovery After Rectocele Repair?

Direct Answer: Six weeks after rectocele repair su...

Week 4 was definitely easier than week 3. I was less stressed and stopped over-analyzing every little sensation. My good friend and pelvic floor physio Julia reminded me that sensations are good - they are a sign that the body is adapting and healing.

By Kim Vopni, The Vagina Coach — Certified Pelv...

This week has been the hardest. This week I have been obsessing about every little sensation and wondering if everything is ok?

By Kim Vopni, The Vagina Coach — Certified Pelvic Floor Fitness Specialist · Published December 29, 2020

Direct Answer: Week 3 after rectocele repair surgery is often the...

All in all recovery from prolapse surgery has been easier than I had anticipated. Sensations vary from day to day which means my emotions and anxiety does too! Here is a recap of my second-week post-op.

By Kim Vopni, The Vagina Coach — Certified Pelvic Floor Fitness Specialist · Published December ...

A week ago I had prolapse surgery to repair my rectocele. You can ready about my decision to have surgery here .

By Kim Vopni, The Vagina Coach — Certified Pelvic Floor Fitness Specialist · Published December 16, 2020

Direct Answer: The first week after rectocele repair surgery typically involves ...

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By Kim Vopni, The Vagina Coach — Certified Pelvic Floor Fitness Specialist · Published December 6, 2020

Direct Answer: Feeling anxious, tearful, or unsettled in the days before prolapse surgery is a normal emotional response, not a sign that you are making the ...

By Kim Vopni, The Vagina Coach — Certified Pelvic Floor Fitness Specialist · Published December 1, 2020 · Updated August 2026

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Preparing for a rectocele repair means addressing pelvic floor strength, bowel habits, and recovery logistics weeks before surgery, not just the day before. A...