
Combating Incontinence-Related Odors During Holiday Get Togethers
The holidays are here and that means that for most of us, we’ll be attending at least one or two social gatherings in the next

The holidays are here and that means that for most of us, we’ll be attending at least one or two social gatherings in the next

For many individuals managing bowel or bladder incontinence, the thought of being intimate can evoke feelings of stress and apprehension. Discussing matters of intimacy, especially

The prostate is a walnut shaped gland responsible for producing semen in a man’s reproductive system. Enlargement of this gland is pretty typical, as most

There is a saying that 80% of the results in the gym take place in the kitchen. The same thought could be applied to your

Being a caregiver is often an around-the-clock job that demands a lot of energy, patience, and devotion. Remember to take the time to give yourself

Loss of bladder or bowel control can be a result of muscle weakness; almost half of MS patients report bladder and or bowel complaints as the first symptoms of multiple sclerosis.

We believe that preparedness is the key to building a solid treatment plan for your incontinence. It’s also a great way to build stability in

Strengthening your pelvic floor will help restore muscle function and lessen the symptoms of incontinence. Kegels are the primary pelvic floor exercise. Here are a few suggestions for including kegels in your warm-up routine.

Tackling your incontinence deserves the same level of honesty you’ve used in other situations with your partner. The person you chose to spend the rest of your life with is your best mirror and they will have the most insight into how to keep you accountable with your care and how to help you live a full life. To leave them out of the conversation about your health is taking away one of the best assets you will have in managing your care and moving away from embarrassment and secrecy.

We all go through it. Life gets busy, days turn into weeks, and before you know it, another year has gone by without the positive

For the more than 25 million Americans with bladder leaks, leaving their comfort zone can be a daunting thought. It doesn’t have to be this

The holidays tend to be a time of indulgence for most of us. Unfortunately most holiday treats such as sweets, cookies, alcoholic beverages, and sugar-sweetened
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