Bladder FAQ's

It really depends on things like your build, age, diet and level of activity, but the rough average is 4 to 8 times during the day, and the occasional need to go during the night.

No. Taking in less fluid will make their urine more concentrated, which will in turn irritate their bladder, causing them to urinate more often. You should encourage them to try and drink their usual amount or whenever they feel thirsty. However, it’s not recommended that they drink excessive amounts either, as this could lead to distension of the bladder.

Every time you eat or drink, your body absorbs liquids. Your kidneys' job is to filter waste products from these fluids and make urine. A continuous trickle passes from the kidneys to the bladder, which slowly expands. When the bladder is full a signal goes to the brain indicating the need to go to the bathroom. Once the bathroom is reached, the brain tells the large bladder muscle to squeeze and contract. At the same time it tells the support muscles (or pelvic floor muscles) that surround the urethra (the outlet from the bladder) to relax and let the urine pass.

You should begin to feel the benefit of exercises after just a few weeks. After eight to twelve months, you may even be symptom-free if you have stress incontinence! However, even if you haven't fully regained control of your bladder, your situation should show some improvement.

No. Taking in less fluid will make your urine more concentrated, which will in turn irritate your bladder, causing you to urinate more often. You should try and drink your usual amount or whenever you feel thirsty. However, it’s not recommended that you drink excessive amounts either, as this could lead to distension of the bladder.