
Patient Perspective: Terry’s Story
I feel a little funny writing this since I’ve never really suffered from what I would consider incontinence. Sure, I’ve had a few leaks

I feel a little funny writing this since I’ve never really suffered from what I would consider incontinence. Sure, I’ve had a few leaks

It took me 8 years to talk to my doctor about my bladder leaks. Allow me to let that sink in for a moment –

Incontinence. It’s not something we like to talk about, but it can happen to all of us. More than 25 million people live with some

When you hear about incontinence in the news, you always hear about the physical hardships – the leaking, needing to bring an extra change of

Your pelvic floor is an important muscle in your body. Read how this woman’s awareness of it caused huge changes in her life.

For those with pelvic floor issues, it’s common to also see a reduction in natural lubrication. And other medical conditions can cause vaginal dryness as well, making sex uncomfortable. Learn how lubricants can help you enjoy sex again.

We’ve all been there – you’re out and about and the sudden urge to go to the bathroom strikes out of nowhere. You race to

Living with incontinence can pose many challenges and it comes as no surprise that your workouts may also be affected. Don’t let bladder leaks keep you from working out. Read our tips for managing your incontinence during a sweat session.


A look at how incontinence Affects physical, mental and financial well-being. Maria, a 52-year-old mother of 3, first began experiencing bladder leaks in her mid-forties.

Six months ago I announced that I was ‘coming out of the closet’ regarding my health issue with Pelvic Organ Prolapse. Today I’m back to

Whether you’ve just started experiencing bladder leaks, or have been dealing with them for a while, knowing how to manage incontinence can be difficult. And
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