On Thursday 10th April 2008, all women will be encouraged to join forces and celebrate ‘Women Talk Day’. An official day to be put in all women’s diaries that will provide them with the perfect opportunity to get together, celebrate their femininity and focus on a positive attitude and making the most of life.
Created in association with Envive by Always, Women Talk Day will encourage women to get talking and share their secrets and experiences with each other. Plus health expert Dr Trisha Macnair and confidence coach Dawn Breslin will be sharing their valuable insights, information and advice on women’s health and how to live a confident and unrestricted life.
To submit a question to our experts and to view the webcast from 5pm onwards please visit the following website www.uniqueinteractive.tv/wtd
With modern women having increasingly hectic schedules, regular changes of the female body can interfere with the smooth running of their lives. With some changes easily discussed, others are considered to be more of a taboo subject – one being a sensitive bladder.
Sensitive bladder is experienced by women of all ages and affects a staggering 1 in 4 women.
Embarrassing leaks are often experienced when laughing, coughing, sneezing or exercising, in fact, it’s estimated that 6 million women in the UK have some degree of sensitive bladder. Currently, a majority of women use bulky, uncomfortable products or pads and liners which are not necessarily designed for sensitive bladder …so a little laugh can mean a little leak, and without the right protection a little leak can seriously affect your confidence and can have a major impact on your life.
Did you know…?
ANN JOYCE, 45 YEAR OLD MOTHER OF TWO CHILDREN AGED 9 AND 4
A good friend recently sent me a birthday card depicting a 1960s call centre operator saying "Incontinence helpline... please hold!" How I laughed and then promptly had to make a quick dash to the loo just in case!
As a 45 year old mother of two, I have finally accepted the bodily changes that go with growing a little older - boobs start to droop, bottoms start to sag and pelvic floors rebel! Boy, it doesn't rain but it pours sometimes [excuse the pun], but you know what? In my case, it's a small price to pay when I look at my beautiful two kids and anyway - isn't it about time we all just accepted this condition as a normal bodily function which isn't exclusive to the elderly and frail of age?
The sooner we all talk about it openly and deal with it, the better for everyone. I am not advocating we all wave flags saying 'I suffer from sensitive bladder and I'm proud!' but I certainly think we can all seek comfort in the fact that this is a very common condition which millions of women share. And the great news is there are many fantastic products on the market to help ease the potential for embarrassment such as new Envive by Always, which helps me to get that confidence back and live an unrestricted life.
Health expert Dr Trisha Macnair joins forces with new Envive by Always to help women banish the taboo of sensitive bladder and live an unrestricted healthy and confident lifestyle.
Dr. Trisha Macnair understands that a sensitive bladder can affect your confidence, self esteem and relationships. Here she suggests some simple steps that could help your life and body run more smoothly:
1. First always check with your doctor who can rule out or treat more serious, but much rarer causes of urinary problems
2. Lifestyle measures help most women, including dietary changes and bladder training
3. Don’t panic if you have a sudden small leak when you laugh or cough – it’s a common problem for women and usually easily managed. Try using new Envive by Always for immediate, discreet and effective protection
Dawn Breslin joins forces with Envive by Always to encourage women to let their confidence stand out!
Dawn Breslin is one of the world's leading confidence and self-esteem coaches. She is also the author of 2 best selling-books, "Super Confidence" and "The Power Book" and has appeared regularly on TV and radio.
Dawn believes that life is for living and her work is focused on spreading the message of boosting self-awareness and self-confidence to improve our lives dramatically. She strongly feels that women should feel confident and able to live life to the full with no restrictions, in every aspect of their lives, so has teamed up with Envive to help women get women talking to one another.
Dawn says “A sensitive bladder can be an embarrassing topic but so many women experience it - they shouldn't feel worried about discussing it with their doctor or friends. Surprisingly, it affects more people than hay fever so chances are, your friends will be relieved to hear they’re not alone. In most cases people can simply use products like Envive to manage these little leaks and give then the confidence to live an unrestricted life. Encouraging women to talk to each other and realising how common a sensitive bladder is helps to break down the taboo and enables women to feel more confident - so get talking ladies!”
If you want to find out more about Women Talk Day, read on:
Tune in to the radio to hear our ‘Women Talk’ interviews with Dr Trisha Macnair and Dawn Breslin who will be revealing info and advice on women’s health and issues helping you to let your confidence stand out. Dawn and Dr Trisha will be dishing out exclusive health and lifestyle tips across all areas including relationships, beauty, fashion and health.
As experts in their fields, Dawn and Dr Trisha will also be touching on ‘women’s secrets’ looking into health issues women face as they reach a certain age. Sensitive topics which many women often find too embarrassing to discuss with their doctor or partner will be discussed, and helpful and reassuring advice will be offered to all listeners.
On the 10th April you can also participate in a live WebTV lifestyle show, via a live link from this website. This will give you the chance to question both Dawn Breslin and Dr Trisha Macnair on all the things you were too afraid too ask.
As with the radio, the Web TV lifestyle show will be tackling a variety of women’s issues and focussing on how to improve your confidence, health and lifestyle. You can also pick up Dr Trisha and Dawn’s exclusive health and lifestyle tips helping you to lead a happy, healthy and unrestricted life.
Dawn and Dr Trisha will be encouraging women to send in their questions online to be answered live during show, so make sure you take advantage of this fantastic opportunity to get talking and take a step towards a more confident new you.
Created in association with Envive by Always, Women Talk Day will encourage women to get talking and share their secrets and experiences with each other. Plus health expert Dr Trisha Macnair and confidence coach Dawn Breslin will be sharing their valuable insights, information and advice on women’s health and how to live a confident and unrestricted life.
To submit a question to our experts and to view the webcast from 5pm onwards please visit the following website www.uniqueinteractive.tv/wtd
With modern women having increasingly hectic schedules, regular changes of the female body can interfere with the smooth running of their lives. With some changes easily discussed, others are considered to be more of a taboo subject – one being a sensitive bladder.
Sensitive bladder is experienced by women of all ages and affects a staggering 1 in 4 women.
Embarrassing leaks are often experienced when laughing, coughing, sneezing or exercising, in fact, it’s estimated that 6 million women in the UK have some degree of sensitive bladder. Currently, a majority of women use bulky, uncomfortable products or pads and liners which are not necessarily designed for sensitive bladder …so a little laugh can mean a little leak, and without the right protection a little leak can seriously affect your confidence and can have a major impact on your life.
Did you know…?
- Your body produces up to 2500ml of urine every 24 hours the equivalent of about 8 cans of cola.
- 1 in 3 women who experience bladder sensitivity feel that is affects their sexual esteem.
- Sensitive bladder can be worse in the summer, partly due to dehydration – so contrary to what you may think, keep drinking 6-8 glasses of water per day.
Case Study
ANN JOYCE, 45 YEAR OLD MOTHER OF TWO CHILDREN AGED 9 AND 4
A good friend recently sent me a birthday card depicting a 1960s call centre operator saying "Incontinence helpline... please hold!" How I laughed and then promptly had to make a quick dash to the loo just in case!
As a 45 year old mother of two, I have finally accepted the bodily changes that go with growing a little older - boobs start to droop, bottoms start to sag and pelvic floors rebel! Boy, it doesn't rain but it pours sometimes [excuse the pun], but you know what? In my case, it's a small price to pay when I look at my beautiful two kids and anyway - isn't it about time we all just accepted this condition as a normal bodily function which isn't exclusive to the elderly and frail of age?
The sooner we all talk about it openly and deal with it, the better for everyone. I am not advocating we all wave flags saying 'I suffer from sensitive bladder and I'm proud!' but I certainly think we can all seek comfort in the fact that this is a very common condition which millions of women share. And the great news is there are many fantastic products on the market to help ease the potential for embarrassment such as new Envive by Always, which helps me to get that confidence back and live an unrestricted life.
A Happy Bladder and Feeling Confident
Health expert Dr Trisha Macnair joins forces with new Envive by Always to help women banish the taboo of sensitive bladder and live an unrestricted healthy and confident lifestyle.
- Dr Trisha Macnair qualified at Bristol University and initially pursued a career in hospital medicine before focussing on medical journalism and raising a family. She now combines journalism with working part-time as a General Physician in Medicine for the Elderly, in a small Rehabilitation Hospital where many of her female patients have bladder and urinary problems.
- Particular interests include women's health issues, For the past 17 years she has worked as a freelance medical journalist and broadcaster, primarily for BBC Radio and BBC Online
- She also writes for the medical profession as well as the general public
Dr. Trisha Macnair understands that a sensitive bladder can affect your confidence, self esteem and relationships. Here she suggests some simple steps that could help your life and body run more smoothly:
1. First always check with your doctor who can rule out or treat more serious, but much rarer causes of urinary problems
2. Lifestyle measures help most women, including dietary changes and bladder training
- Choose decaffeinated varieties of tea and coffee, and cut out carbonated drinks
- Opt for low alcohol drinks or dilute them with flat mixers
- Watch your weight – the more overweight you are, the greater the pressure on your bladder
- Exercises to strengthen the muscles of the pelvic floor can help control a sensitive bladder
Dawn Breslin joins forces with Envive by Always to encourage women to let their confidence stand out!
Dawn Breslin is one of the world's leading confidence and self-esteem coaches. She is also the author of 2 best selling-books, "Super Confidence" and "The Power Book" and has appeared regularly on TV and radio.
Dawn believes that life is for living and her work is focused on spreading the message of boosting self-awareness and self-confidence to improve our lives dramatically. She strongly feels that women should feel confident and able to live life to the full with no restrictions, in every aspect of their lives, so has teamed up with Envive to help women get women talking to one another.
Dawn says “A sensitive bladder can be an embarrassing topic but so many women experience it - they shouldn't feel worried about discussing it with their doctor or friends. Surprisingly, it affects more people than hay fever so chances are, your friends will be relieved to hear they’re not alone. In most cases people can simply use products like Envive to manage these little leaks and give then the confidence to live an unrestricted life. Encouraging women to talk to each other and realising how common a sensitive bladder is helps to break down the taboo and enables women to feel more confident - so get talking ladies!”
If you want to find out more about Women Talk Day, read on:
Women Talk Radio interviews with Dawn Breslin and Dr Trisha Macnair
Tune in to the radio to hear our ‘Women Talk’ interviews with Dr Trisha Macnair and Dawn Breslin who will be revealing info and advice on women’s health and issues helping you to let your confidence stand out. Dawn and Dr Trisha will be dishing out exclusive health and lifestyle tips across all areas including relationships, beauty, fashion and health.
As experts in their fields, Dawn and Dr Trisha will also be touching on ‘women’s secrets’ looking into health issues women face as they reach a certain age. Sensitive topics which many women often find too embarrassing to discuss with their doctor or partner will be discussed, and helpful and reassuring advice will be offered to all listeners.
Live and interactive Woman Talk WebTV show with guests Dawn Breslin and Dr Trisha Macnair
On the 10th April you can also participate in a live WebTV lifestyle show, via a live link from this website. This will give you the chance to question both Dawn Breslin and Dr Trisha Macnair on all the things you were too afraid too ask.
As with the radio, the Web TV lifestyle show will be tackling a variety of women’s issues and focussing on how to improve your confidence, health and lifestyle. You can also pick up Dr Trisha and Dawn’s exclusive health and lifestyle tips helping you to lead a happy, healthy and unrestricted life.
Dawn and Dr Trisha will be encouraging women to send in their questions online to be answered live during show, so make sure you take advantage of this fantastic opportunity to get talking and take a step towards a more confident new you.