Why the Natural Changes of Menopause

 

The Natural Changes of Menopause are all part of living life as a woman. But between the hot flushes, mood swings, and irregular bleeding, when you find your fluctuating hormone levels are impacting on your bladder, it can just seem too much. Whether you’re in your late 40s, your early 50s, or even closer to 60, going through menopause can be a difficult time. You may suffer one or all of the symptoms of mood swings, irrational feelings, irregular menstrual cycles, daily hot flushes, or unexplained headaches. Or, you may be one of the lucky ones who suffers no symptoms at all.

 

However, one symptom that is rarely discussed is the impact on women’s bladder control as they go through the natural changes of menopause.

Hormone changes, chiefly the reduction of oestrogen, affect women going through menopause. This change can result in the bladder moving position, due to the abdominal muscles being affected by less oestrogen. Once the bladder has shifted slightly, the pelvic floor muscles can be less effective.

See our POISE® products on how it could help busy mums manage light bladder leakage.

Also be sure to talk to your doctor, health care professional or nurse continence advisor as they will help you determine, control and improve your condition.

Nutrition & Lifestyle Tips

Exercise

Walking, yoga, and other regular exercise may ease some of your menopause symptoms including your mood. In general, exercise is excellent to keep the rest of your muscles fit and active to help support your pelvic floor. POISE® Products offer discreet protection with 2X more absorption^ than Period products to help you exercise with peace of mind.

Although you may think that not drinking is going to help, it actually makes the problem worse by concentrating urine which can lead to bladder infections. Drinking 1.5 litres, or 6-8 glasses of water a day will ensure your kidneys are well flushed and your bladder is getting proper training.

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