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04/21/2026

Brad, a Marine Corps vet, says bowel urgency was 'almost like having a trick knee.' After 22 years of silence, he found real relief. Watch the clip — then listen to his full story.

Listen on Life Without Leaks. Visit https://nafc.org/bowel-urgency-stories/, or find us on all major podcast players!

04/21/2026

Straining doesn’t just make things harder—it can actually worsen pelvic floor dysfunction over time. Try breathing out gently instead of pushing to support better coordination and control.

Learn more at nafc.org

04/20/2026

New episode: Dr. Maria Roell explains what bowel urgency symptoms really mean — IBS, IBD, when to worry, and why there's real hope in today's treatments. Listen on Life Without Leaks. Click the link in our comments, or find us on all major podcast players!

https://nafc.org/bowel-urgency-stories/

04/20/2026

Unlike IBS, IBD is driven by inflammation—not just triggers. Managing IBD requires medical treatment to control the immune response and prevent long-term damage.

Knowing the difference between IBS and IBD is critical for getting the right care.

Learn more: nafc.org.

04/19/2026

Just 4 days away—want to hear directly from a urogynecologist and a patient who’s been there?

If urgency, frequent trips to the bathroom, or leaks are affecting your day (or your sleep), it’s time to get real answers and real solutions.

Join the National Association for Continence (NAFC) for a live webinar with board-certified urogynecologist Dr. Susan Oakley and gain clarity on overactive bladder (OAB) and urge urinary incontinence (UUI).

🗓 April 23, 2026
🕖 7:00 PM EST

Learn what’s causing your symptoms, explore treatment options, and hear a powerful patient story about finding relief.

👉 Don’t wait—reserve your spot today https://us06web.zoom.us/webinar/register/6417745549010/WN_zBol-J41SLmL_Jh1PliXcw

04/18/2026

Medical guidelines recommend pelvic floor muscle training as the first-line treatment for stress incontinence.

That means non-invasive therapy should often be the first step, not the last.

Women deserve access to evidence-based care.

Learn more about pelvic health options at the link in the comments.

04/16/2026

If pelvic floor therapy doesn’t work right away, it’s easy to feel discouraged.

But the truth is—this isn’t an overnight fix.

Pelvic floor therapy takes time, consistency, and patience. Most people start to see real progress over a few months—and it’s not always a straight line. Some days feel better than others, and that’s completely normal.

The key? Stick with it.

🎧 In our latest Pelvic Floor Power Podcast episode, we talk about what progress really looks like—and how to stay motivated along the way.

Listen at https://nafc.org/pelvic-floor-podcast-series/

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04/15/2026

Your body thrives on rhythm. The gut has a natural reflex after eating that signals it’s time to go. Building a consistent routine can help reduce urgency, accidents, and unpredictability.

Learn more at nafc.org

04/14/2026

Let’s be honest—leaks can feel hard to talk about.

But the truth? So many women experience them.

In this final episode of the Pelvic Floor Power Podcast series, pelvic floor therapy patient Sandra shares her personal story alongside Dr. Una Lee and pelvic floor PT Stephanie Prendergast —opening up about what living with leaks is really like and how pelvic floor muscle training helped her regain confidence.
If you’ve ever felt embarrassed or unsure where to turn, this conversation is for you. You are not alone—and there are effective ways to get help.

Listen at https://nafc.org/pelvic-floor-podcast-series/
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04/14/2026

Starting pelvic floor physical therapy is important. But completing treatment is what drives results.

About half of women begin pelvic PT after referral, yet only about 15% finish treatment.

Support and follow-through can change outcomes.

Learn more at the link in the comments.

04/13/2026

Bowel leakage is more common than many people realize and it’s not just something that comes with age. If you’re experiencing symptoms, you’re not alone, and help is available.

Visit: nafc.org

04/13/2026

Want to hear directly from a urogynecologist and a patient who’s been there?

If you’re dealing with urgency, frequent bathroom trips, or unexpected leaks, you’re not alone and there are solutions.

Join the National Association for Continence (NAFC) for a live webinar with board-certified urogynecologist Dr. Susan Oakley to better understand overactive bladder (OAB) and urge urinary incontinence (UUI)and what you can do about it.

🗓 April 23, 2026
🕖 7:00 PM EST

From lifestyle changes to advanced treatments, you’ll learn real options—and hear a powerful patient story about finding the right path forward.

Take the first step toward relief. Save your spot today.
https://us06web.zoom.us/webinar/register/6417745549010/WN_zBol-J41SLmL_Jh1PliXcw

The National Association For Continence provides education, community and support to those living with bladder, bowel or pelvic floor health disorders.