Is It Normal To Pee Postpartum? What’s Happening and How to Rebuild Core Strength Safely
Leaking urine after pregnancy (also called postpartum incontinence) is an extremely common side effect for many people, especially postpartum women.
And for a lot of women, it shows up in the exact moments life already feels demanding, jumping, lifting, sneezing, running after a kid, or even just getting back into workouts.
The frustrating part is that most people are told some version of:
“it’s normal postpartum.”
Which is true.
But “common” doesn’t mean “something you just have to live with.”
MegaMoms: A Guide to Pre & Post-Natal Exercise
Navigating fitness and pregnancy can sometimes be extremely frustrating, especially for first time moms. To navigate some of the many questions that come up when it comes to pregnancy and exercise, I spoke with Dr. Brittley Leppien D.O. of Ascension Providence in Metro-Detroit to answer some misconceptions and helpful exercise tips to help you through your pre/post natal experience.