Sling surgery: 2 truths and a lie

Sling surgery: 2 truths and a lie

I’ve always liked the two truths and a lie game.  I think it is a great ice breaker and I always learn something surprising about the people playing.  Lately I’ve been thinking about this approach...

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Shorts that stop bladder leaking

Shorts that stop bladder leaking

Plato said “necessity is the mother of invention”.  I am continually amazed at what women have created to help with incontinence.  There are so many inventions and devices out there to help with...

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Leggings for leaking

Leggings for leaking

I think most women have heard about reusable underwear for incontinence.  There are lots of competing brands and ad campaigns that target younger, more active women.  This is such an important shift...

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Emptying after a bladder sling

Emptying after a bladder sling

Anytime I do anything to treat bladder leakage, it changes the way you empty.  You may not have thought about this.  But a medication, a procedure, a pessary, or a surgery can make it a little...

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The Knack

The Knack

The “knack” is known by lots of other names like the pelvic clutch, bracing, and “squeeze before you sneeze.”  The pelvic clutch may be the most descriptive.  I like the term “knack” because it...

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