Bladder Weakness does not have to get in the way of an active lifestyle. Read these stories from other women and learn from their experiences. Please also take the time to tell us your own story, you might just help another woman going through similar issues.
Your Bladder Control Stories
While bladder incontinence can seem the most embarrassing and awful thing to happen to you, it is important to remember you are not the first woman to have experienced your type of bladder weakness.
Browse the different women’s sections below and read others experiences with their bladder control loss. Their stories may provide you inspiration and ideas for your own bladder management.
Why not share your own story, thoughts or tips with other women and be a positive inspiration yourself!
Young Women Stories
Reaching out to others
I am constantly controlled by my weak bladder, running to the toilet in an anxious and overwhelmed state. I am only 20 years old and do a lot of running and other high impact exercise. Recently, I have had to hold myself whilst running or exercising before getting to the loo!
Bladder Issues with MS
I have just turned 27, and only 12 months ago I was diagnosed with Primary Progressive Multiple Sclerosis (PPMS). Basically, this is the worst, most quickly progressive form of MS.
An accident causes me ‘accidents’
In 1987 I was a passenger in a car accident. As well as suffering severe neck & shoulder damage, broken ribs & a broken hip, my back was broken.
Pregnancy Stories
Getting pregnant and urination
Something I really wish other mums had told me was how much you need to pee when you get pregnant! I seriously had to pee three times during a gym workout before I found out I was pregnant!
Baby bladder pressure
When I was about 8 months pregnant with my son, I found it nearly impossible to have any bladder control. He was exerted so much pressure on my bladder that I would just drink a sip of water and I’d need to pee.
Mothers Stories
Bladder weakness me? Never!
I am writing this story to get my head around having bladder loss, I felt this might be a release.
Embarassed within myself
I am 29 years old and have a little girl who will be 2 years old very soon and since I had her I can’t control my bladder when I sneeze
Dating again
Ever since I had my children I’ve had a bit of stress incontinence when I pick them up, sneeze, cough etc. Sometimes when there’s lots going on and I’m nervous or stuff, I find that it’s worse.
Natural Changes Stories
Urinary Tract Infections and Irritation
I have had a lifetime of UTI issues and spent many hours on the toilet when home, out, visiting etc, unable to leave the toilet for more than 10 minutes.
Not just for bladder control
I have recently started using products designed for bladder weakness
