Living with Incontinence
Incontinence doesn’t have to slow you down. Get tips on everyday living and see how others have dealt with their incontinence with these articles.
Living with confidence with bladder leakage
Do you leak when you least expect it? You may feel as though it’s controlling your enjoyment of life, and putting limits on the activities that once brought you pleasure. You may also feel as th...
Learning to pee in a diaper
Hi, This thread name may seem a bit strange but I am having a problem. My frequent urination due to overactive bladder is really taking a toll on my quality of life. I need to use the bathroom at le...
Considering going back to wearing diapers again. Just wanna cry right now .
Hey everyoneI’m Paige and I’m 25 years old. I’ve posted here before but its been quite some time. I officially came out to my family as a MtF transgender woman about a year and a half ago. Now I’ve I ...
Rash from diapers
My sister lives in a long term care facility and wears institution-brand adult dapers. For many months she has a terrible rash with swelling, burning and open sores both internally and externally. ...
You’re Not Alone – The Statistics of Urinary Incontinence
Urinary incontinence (UI) is so rarely discussed that you may end up feeling like you’re the only one dealing with it. In reality, there are an estimated 17 million people in the United States...
5 Ways to Keep Bladder Leaks from Destroying Your Workout
“We are meant to grow strong and to age gracefully,” says author and functional movement expert Gray Cook. And without regular aerobic and muscle-building activity, our bodies don’t...
Young, Active and Incontinent: The Personal Story of Jane
By Teri Brown Being active is important to everyone, but especially for someone who almost lost her mobility. Five years ago, Jane, a 39-year-old mother from Lexi...
Young, Active and Incontinent: The Inspiring Story of Dave
By Kelly Burgess Sometimes you have to keep looking to find solutions. That's what Dave, a 49-year-old from Michigan, discovered when he began having incontinence issues more than 25 ye...
Young, Active and Incontinent: Sam
By Melissa Granberry Incontinence does not equal inactivity. Just ask Sam, a 48-year-old Californian, whose active life includes working with unions in his area, pursuing photography part ti...
Writing It All Down: Enjoying the Benefits of Journaling
What if we told you that picking up a pen and paper, or opening a Word document on your laptop and typing for a bit, could be good for your health? Research has shown that taking as few as twenty minu...
the feel of wearing
I have been wearing fitted briefs or better known as adult diapers. At first it felt strange to have one on and notice I was wetting myself. But once I got past all that I have begain to notice that w...
Staying Social with Incontinence
By Lisa A. Goldstein Being incontinent is one thing. Letting the condition control your life is another. Vicky, of Denton, Texas, experienced slight bladder leakage during everyday acti...
Physically Fit and Incontinent: Sandra's Story
Sandra is a physically active, 34-year-old mother of two who exudes self-confidence. She loves jogging, playing tennis, and enjoys all water sports. Sailboat racing is a particular passion for Sandra...
Managing Incontinence on the Job
By Teri Brown Incontinence in the workplace can present a unique set of challenges. Who do you tell? When do you tell them? Carol Foreman from Wellton, Ariz., reme...
Managing Incontinence Emotions and Wellbeing| Depend
Managing the Emotional Aspects of Incontinence Written by Urologist and Sexual Health Expert Jennifer Berman, MD Although incontinence is often a silent ailment, it carries with it neg...
Living Life to the Fullest, Even with Fecal Incontinence
By Teri Brown When Brett, a 34-year-old electrical engineer from Salt Lake City, Utah, was first diagnosed with Crohn’s disease, a form of inflammatory bowel disease (IBD) he was at the end of a ...
Incontinence After Prostate Surgery: A Guide to Recovery and Care
By Kelly Burgess After Linwood Wright, 68, of Danville, Va., had his prostate removed following a diagnosis of prostate cancer, he experienced incontinence that he thought would eventually clear up...
Getting Romantic: Talking to a Potential Partner About Incontinence
Romantic relationships are an important part of life for all of us. As human beings, we are biologically programmed for connection. We desire partnership and decades of research supports the fact that...
Getting Physical: Seven Ways to Stay Fit with Urinary Incontinence
Bladder leaks don’t have to keep you from reaching your best possible health. Human bodies are meant to move, and when you stay active – whether you’re taking a 30-minute walk every ...
Dress For Success, and Other Tips to Ensure Discretion
It’s not uncommon for women who experience bladder leakage to feel as though everyone around them knows about their problem. But thanks to advancements in protection, you’re the only one who ever need...
Could Incontinence Jeopardize Your Employment?
Many in the incontinence community wonder how their condition might affect their employment possibilities, or if discovery of their bladder control issues could lead to loss of their job. It’s a...
Wearing a diaper at night and getting a good nights sleep
Does anyone else have a problem sleeping at night if you don't wear a diaper. I find myself getting up at least three times at night to use the washroom. Sometimes I start to wet my underwear before...
Roommates friend finds my diaper
So the other morning I woke up, my night diaper was soaked of course. I went up stairs and fixed a cup of coffee, returned to my room and woke up a little bit. After drinking the coffee, I felt I real...
Protection from Bleeding Hemorrhoids
I am looking for a product to protect underware from occasional blood and from the staining by Hemorrhoid Creams and Cortisone. I have been using regular pads by reversing them, but they really are u...
Husband bedwetting support
My husband started wetting the bed in his late 30's and it has been tough on him, emotionally and obviously physically. At first he lost many nights of sleep until he started wearing protection. He wa...
Humiliating Flight
After two years of complete bladder and bowel incontinence I thought I had enough experience that I could handle any situation with only minor embarassment. However that changed yesterday on a flight...
Diapers in the hospital
I was wondering if anyone has any experiences with wearing diapers to the hospital. Despite needing diapers for many years I have never had a long term hospital stay in that time. I have an upcoming...
Daytime Diaper Dilemma
I have now had 3 public daytime accidents in the past week and am really freaking out about it. It's really upsetting and embarrassing and I have absolutely no idea when they're going to happen. I ...
CAUGHT AT WORK IN MID DIAPER CHANGE has it happened to anyone else
I have an office in the basment of my building and a door with a lock and no window.I change in my office all the time, no one had ever come in without knocking before.I had just pulled off my wet dia...
Bladder Leaks After Childbirth: Why It Happens and What to Do About It
Written by Dr. Jennifer Berman, Urologist and Sexual Health ExpertCarrying a baby to term – regardless of whether you have a C-section or vaginal birth – can cause bladder leaks. Childbirth, with the ...
5 Ways to Grow Your Emotional Intelligence
written by Lori Jo Vest Have you ever heard the term Emotional Intelligence? Also referred to as “EQ,” simply defined, it means “being smart with feelings so you can develop optimal ...
5 Simple Lifestyle Changes You Can Start Today
If someone told you there were simple steps that could minimize bladder leakage, you’d probably give them a try. We’re here to let you know there is such a thing. Success with bladder leakage manage...
Top 5 Foods that can Trigger Leakage
For women with incontinence, life's banquet can include a few food fights. That's because what you eat and drink can worsen your symptoms.Doctors often advise those with incontinence to avoid certain ...
Sleep, Uninterrupted - Don't let bladder leaks keep you up at night
The connection between sleep and overall brain health is undeniable. In fact, widely published research tells us it’s the gateway to our entire well-being. Sleep is also meant to be restorative....
Living with confidence with bladder leakage
Do you leak when you least expect it? You may feel as though it’s controlling your enjoyment of life, and putting limits on the activities that once brought you pleasure. You may also feel as th...
How to travel Stress-Free when you experience leaks
You’ve decided this is the year that you and your partner are going to go on the bucket list trip that you’ve been dreaming about for years. You finally have the time, and you’ve sav...