Living with Incontinence

Bedwetting (or nocturnal enuresis) refers to the involuntary leaking of urine while you sleep1. While the percentage of kids experiencing this condition decreases as they get older, it’s still a fairly common condition, affecting around 21% of four-and-a-half-year-olds2. Nonetheless, older children and adults can experience it too, and can be very frustrating, particularly when it comes to protecting your mattress from leaks. Read on for our top tips on managing night-time leaks and keeping your furniture dry.

Posture, Pelvic Floor Function, and Incontinence - It could be connected! Hello, I’m Phillipa Butler, a Chartered Physiotherapist and Certified Pilates and Yoga Teacher. I believe that a regular programme of appropriate exercise is the key to a fitter and healthier future. The pelvic floor is a group of muscles that, when trained, can help […]

Could Covid 19 affect your pelvic floor? Many health conditions can interfere with bladder function, contributing to Bladder weakness and unexpected leaks of urine. A relatively recent addition to this list is the COVID-19 virus. Common COVID-19 symptoms include a persistent cough and shortness of breath or difficulty breathing. But what on earth does that have […]

Strengthen your Pelvic Floor, Why Bother? Urinary Incontinence affects a substantial proportion of women and men, which can have a significant impact on an individual’s quality of life. In this article, we’ll focus on the effects of urinary incontinence on women. You are not alone: Urinary Incontinence is Common! Population studies from numerous countries have […]

All about Pelvic Health for Men As November is Men’s Health Awareness Month, it’s the perfect opportunity to shine a light on Men’s Health, specifically Men’s Pelvic Health. That is why we’ve collaborated with Phillipa Butler from Precizion Ltd by Phillipa Butler, once more to bring you her insights! Let’s talk about male incontinence Incontinence continues […]

Menopause & Pelvic Health For Women World Menopause Day is held every year on the 18th October. The purpose of the day is to raise awareness of menopause and the support options available for improving health and well-being. This year we've collaborated with Phillipa Butler from Precizion Ltd by Phillipa Butler, and she has shared sound […]

A Quick Guide To Puberty & Frequent Urination Does Puberty Cause Frequent Urination? Frequent urination is not uncommon and, in general, should not be cause for alarm in teenagers experiencing puberty and its associated hormonal fluctuations. However, it is worth knowing what signs to look out for when it comes to your child’s bladder health […]

If you a carer looking after someone with incontinence, it can have its challenges. Keeping this in mind we have developed continence care tips to help you look after those with urinary incontinence. 1. Make sure that the person requiring care has a healthy lifestyle Nutrition is vital factor for your overall health. Quitting smoking […]

Have you woken up in mornings to your child saying sorry for wetting their bed and pyjamas? You and your child should be comforted that help is available and the good news is they may grow out of it. What is Nocturnal Enuresis? Nocturnal enuresis is the involuntary urination while asleep, also known as bedwetting. […]

You have a few leaks a day, but never lose control of your bladder? You have an active social life, but sometimes need to find a bathroom – and fast – in social situations? You love trying new foods, but you fear what effect they will have on your bladder? If these descriptions sound like […]