Bladder leakage, also called urinary incontinence, can happen when a woman coughs, laughs, exercises, lifts something heavy, or suddenly feels a strong urge to pee.
It is common, especially after pregnancy, childbirth, menopause, weight changes, or with age. But “common” does not mean it should be ignored. The good news is that small daily habits can often help reduce leaks and improve bladder control.
This post explains 5 things to do and 5 things not to do if you struggle with bladder leakage.
Top 5 Things to Do for Better Bladder Control
1. Do pelvic floor exercises every day
The pelvic floor is a group of muscles that supports the bladder, uterus, and bowel. When these muscles become weak, leaks can happen more easily, especially during coughing, sneezing, laughing, or exercising.
Pelvic floor exercises, often called Kegel exercises, can help strengthen these muscles.