Now that you're pregnant, do you spend more time in the bathroom? Being disrupted by the urge to urinate frequently can be an annoying trait that comes with pregnancy. Still, it's perfectly normal, and most of the time, it's nothing...
Living with incontinence presents several challenges. Exercising while you're experiencing urinary incontinence can present its challenges. Urinary leakage can happen anytime - in yoga class, lifting weights at the gym, or even just running. Why does exercise cause leaks? Urinary...
Getting a urinary tract infection (UTI) while pregnant isn't all that fun, but the good news is that it's completely treatable. The treatment of pregnant women for UTIs differs from that of the general population due to an increased risk...
Pregnant or not, urinary incontinence shouldn't rule your life. Imagine: You're pregnant and really need to pee. You're stuck at the door trying to get the key in the lock. You don't even take off your shoes as you hurry to...
The urge to urinate at nighttime isn't uncommon. Pregnancy, age, or drinking before bedtime can increase the need to go to the washroom. However, for some people, the urge to urinate may also lead to leakage at night. Nocturia, or...
Dietary Choices and Urinary Incontinence Making healthy life choices doesn't mean you can't enjoy living your life. However, did you know certain drinks and foods can irritate the bladder and increase the risk of leaking, such as coffee, alcohol, and...
Many women suffer from bladder weakness during menopause. There is evidence that hormonal changes and deficient estrogen levels can affect the abdominal muscles and cause a change in bladder position with consequent urinary leakage. In addition, the vaginal and urinary...
Don't stop doing the things you love. Take a trip, hit the beach, jump into bed and get a restful sleep at the end of a busy day. Bladder weakness shouldn't get in the way of living life to the...
How to avoid skin irritation due to urinary incontinence Excess moisture is a huge contributor to skin irritations. If you have urinary incontinence, it's essential that you find a product that will securely wick away urine at the pad or...
