Learning To Open Up To Family And Friends About Incontinence
Talking about incontinence is hard for many people. Even talking to a doctor can be challenging: on average, people wait 7 years before even seeking help for this condition. But sometimes opening up can be the best thing you can do to begin the process of moving past your embarrassment and moving on to treatment. […]
Incontinence & Social Anxiety? Here Are Four Ways To Deal With It.
Living with incontinence can present many physical challenges – needing to get to a restroom quickly, changing clothes or bedding after an accident, and cleaning yourself up after a bladder leak. But the emotional effects may be the most damaging. Those who don’t live with this condition may not realize the impact that it has […]
Should I Use A Probiotic?
If you’ve been paying attention to the news at all in the past year or two, you’ve likely noticed an increase in stories about the importance of gut health. The gut, it turns out, is responsible for how your body works –your immunity, your energy levels, your hormone balance, waste elimination, and even how you […]
What Causes Incontinence In Women?
Incontinence is a condition that affects over 25 million men and women in America. It can really happen to anyone, and can be caused by many different things. But it is much more common in women – nearly twice as common actually – and unfortunately has become something that many people (even potentially your doctor) […]
Don’t Let Nocturia Keep You From Getting The Rest You Need This Holiday Season
The holidays are a time of joy for many – the happiness and brightness of the season, and being close to those you love. But for many it can also mean times of stress and anxiety. Finding the perfect gift, managing budgets, holiday parties and tense family relationships can make for a stressful time of […]
Your Guide To Eating During The Holidays For A Healthy Bladder
It’s holiday season, and for many, this means an influx of all types of delicious holiday food and drinks. Maintaining healthy eating habits is always at the top of mind for my family and me, but during the holidays, it’s sometimes easy to let our guard down. Sneaking an extra cookie from the batch made […]
Surgery For Overactive Bladder
Overactive Bladder at its best (is there really such a thing?) can be annoying. The constant running to the bathroom can be frustrating to say the least. But at its worst, OAB can be debilitating. Those with severe OAB make multiple trips to the bathroom a day and even night, and many times may have […]
Treating Overactive Bladder With Medications Or Injections
Do you live with symptoms of Overactive Bladder (OAB)? The urgent, frequent need to go to the bathroom? If so, you’re not alone. Nearly 33 million Americans live with Overactive Bladder. And while it may not seem like a big deal to some, to those who live with the condition it can be frustrating and […]
Patient Perspective: Overcoming Overactive Bladder
Overactive bladder may sometimes feel like a one constant race to the bathroom. It can be tiring, overwhelming and frustrating. But there are ways to overcome the condition, and the irritation it brings. Read this woman’s story. When I was in my early forties, I suddenly found myself rushing to the bathroom constantly. The urge […]
Products To Help Manage Your Overactive Bladder
One of the most frustrating and embarrassing things about Overactive Bladder (OAB)– that urgent, frequent need to use the bathroom –is the potential of leaks. Not everyone with OAB experiences leaks, but when they do happen, they can be awkward and uncomfortable, to say the least. That’s why it’s important to find a product that […]
How To Manage Leaks During And After Pregnancy
You’re expecting and you couldn’t be happier! There’s literally a mini-you baking in the oven and you feel proud, excited, and even nervous about it. However, now the phrase, “you’re expecting”, has taken on a new meaning. Sure, you’re expecting a baby, but you also may begin to throw up at random times, crave […]
Living With Overactive Bladder (OAB)
Do you find yourself constantly running to the bathroom, even if you’ve just been? Do you feel a sudden urge to go to the bathroom when you hear running water? Do you feel like you can barely make it to the bathroom in time without leaking? If so, you may have a condition called Overactive […]