That's stress incontinence — and it's more manageable than you think.
Stress incontinence happens when physical pressure on your bladder — from laughing, sneezing, coughing, jumping, or lifting — overwhelms the pelvic floor and a small amount of urine leaks out.
It has nothing to do with emotional stress. The "stress" here means physical stress on the bladder.
The pelvic floor is a hammock of muscles at the base of your pelvis. When those muscles weaken — from childbirth, hormonal changes during menopause, or simply aging — the bladder doesn't get the support it needs to stay closed under pressure.
The good news: this is one of the most treatable forms of incontinence. Most people see significant improvement within weeks.
Stress incontinence typically means lighter, more frequent leaks — not flooding. You want thin, discreet products that move with you.
30-Day Meal & Movement Plan for Stress Incontinence
What to eat (and avoid), a simple Kegel schedule, and daily habits that actually make a difference — all in one free guide.