Do you feel daunted about travelling if you are experiencing leaks and need-to-go urgency? For those of us dealing with incontinence, the prospect of long journeys by plane, train, or car can mean it feels easier to stay close to home - but we are missing out on experiences and memories as a result. Here's our top tips for managing leaks while travelling...
Are you constantly waking up to find that you've leaked wee in your bed? Even when night-time leaks don't happen often, they can still be a total pain. But they don't have to be. There are tons of women who experience night-time incontinence, and it's nothing to be ashamed of. Taking action is the first step to finding relief from this uncomfortable condition.
Do you constantly find yourself going to the bathroom? Are you spending more time in the bathroom than in any other room of the house? Or maybe you're struggling with leaks that are linked to overactive bladder. Either way, bladder troubles suck. There's no denying it. But they don't have to be a life sentence. Seeking advice from a licensed doctor is important if you have any new bladder symptoms as they can help to diagnose you and exclude more worrying conditions that can have similar symptoms.
We all love a good cup of coffee in the morning, right? But sometimes, your cup of joe can betray you - and your bladder - and cause some really uncomfortable irritation. The sad truth is that coffee can be a potential cause of your bladder problems. And, as much as you may need a coffee kick to jumpstart your day, you may need to look for alternatives or solutions to regain bladder control.
Are you feeling tightness or discomfort in your pelvis? Believe us, we've been there. And it's more common than you think. Hypertonic pelvic floor occurs when pelvic floor muscles become too tight (almost like a cramp) and you just can't get them to relax. This can cause a domino effect of symptoms, leading to general pain, painful intercourse, difficulty going to the bathroom, and more.
Are you struggling with leaks or what feels like a million bathroom breaks in a day? Then you may be dealing with an overactive bladder (OAB). Although this may sound scary, the truth is that it doesn't have to be. There are many women whose bodies react to menopause in this way, which means you aren't alone.