Does the idea of traveling for Christmas strike fear in your heart? Do you dread shopping because you are constantly on the lookout for a washroom? Coping with incontinence can be challenging at any time of the year, but may be even more difficult at Christmas time when you may be invited out frequently and may be more apt to travel. So what can be done to make coping with incontinence during the holidays a little easier? You may find the following suggestions helpful.
Avoid overindulgence - It is all too easy to overindulge in all of our favorites during the holiday season. Alcoholic beverages, caffeine, carbonated beverages, spicy and acidic foods and other holiday treats can worsen incontinence. Avoiding these foods or moderating your intake can help you maintain control.
Arrange accommodations in advance - Whether you are staying in a hotel/motel or in the guest room of a loved one’s home, advance preparation can set your mind at ease and allow you to feel comfortable wherever you are. For example, if staying in someone’s home, ask if it is possible to be placed in a room close to the washroom. You may also consider the use of a mattress pad or bed cover. These products are designed to protect mattresses from leakage, and can grant you peace of mind while traveling. You may want to bring a supply of plastic bags with you to dispose of any used products.
Plan your trip- - When traveling, you may find it helpful to do a little reconnaissance before the mission; in other words, you may want to plan for bathroom breaks. Many people who suffer from incontinence are already in the habit of locating the bathroom in whatever venue they are visiting. The same can be done for trips by car—plan to stop frequently at rest stops and restaurants. Frequent stops will decrease the chance of accidental leakage.
Choose the right protection - Perhaps the most important thing you can do to ensure that embarrassing leakage is not an issue for you is to choose the right incontinence product. Incontinence pads come in a wide variety of shapes and absorbencies. Incontinence pants are also widely available. Either of these choices can provide protection and discreetness, allowing you to relax and enjoy yourself.
Incontinence need not detract from your enjoyment of the holidays. Planning in advance and using products designed to help you cope with incontinence, such as mattress covers, absorbent incontinence pads and pants will help you feel confident and secure. DryForLife has a wide range of products designed with you in mind. Thank you for visiting and enjoy the holidays!
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