Hormones, Periods & Leaks: Understanding Cyclical Incontinence
Understanding Cyclical Incontinence: How Your Menstrual Cycle Affects Bladder Control
For many women, period symptoms go beyond cramps and cravings. If you’ve ever felt like your bladder becomes extra sensitive, or noticed more urgency or light leaks around your cycle—you’re not alone.
It might not be something you’ve talked about, but it’s real:
💧 Cyclical incontinence is a condition where bladder control fluctuates during different phases of your menstrual cycle due to hormonal changes.
Let’s break it down—and more importantly, explore natural, supportive ways to manage it.
🚨 Hormonal Shifts That Disrupt Bladder Control
Your menstrual cycle is regulated by the rise and fall of estrogen and progesterone. These hormones don’t just affect your uterus—they impact your pelvic floor muscles, bladder nerves, and fluid retention, too.
Here’s what can happen:
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Before your period (PMS phase): Progesterone dips and fluid builds up, which can increase pressure on your bladder.
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During your period: Pelvic floor muscles may weaken temporarily, making leaks more likely.
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Ovulation phase: Higher estrogen may cause the bladder to feel more sensitive, triggering frequent urination.
🙈 This can leave you feeling anxious, uncomfortable, or embarrassed—especially if you're using unreliable, synthetic pads that don't breathe or protect well.
😩 When Standard Pads Make It Worse
Many women reach for traditional pads to protect themselves—but disposable products can worsen the problem.
Why?
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They’re often made of plastic and synthetic fibers
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They trap heat and moisture, increasing irritation
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Many contain fragrances and chemicals that disrupt your skin’s balance
That’s not what your body needs during a time when it's already inflamed, sensitive, and trying to regulate itself.
🌿 Natural Ways to Manage Cyclical Incontinence
Let’s look at how you can naturally support your body, feel confident, and stay dry—without compromising your health.
✅ 1. Switch to Reusable Incontinence Pads & Menstrual Pads
Reusable incontinence pads and reusable menstrual pads made from organic cotton or bamboo are gentle on the skin and offer reliable protection.
💡 Benefits of reusable sanitary pads:
✔ Soft, breathable fabric that reduces irritation
✔ Toxin-free and fragrance-free—no chemicals near your intimate areas
✔ Multiple absorbency levels to handle both period and bladder leaks
✔ Leakproof layers without plastic feel
Whether you're dealing with light and moderate incontinence or light to heavy flow during your period, Natissy's collection includes:
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Organic reusable menstrual pads for light to moderate flow with discreet absorbent layers
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Washable menstrual pads for heavy flow with multiple absorbent layers
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Reusable incontinence pads for women with bladder leaks
✨ How to use them:
Use lighter pads on pre-period days or during ovulation. Switch to overnight or heavy flow menstrual pads or incontinence pads during your period for extra protection.
✅ 2. Hydration & Herbal Support
While it may seem counterintuitive, not drinking enough water can irritate the bladder more than help it.
🌿 Drink herbal teas like:
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Chamomile – Calms the nervous system
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Corn silk tea – Natural bladder soother
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Raspberry leaf – Tones uterine muscles and eases cramps
✅ 3. Practice Gentle Pelvic Floor Exercises
Hormonal changes can weaken or over-activate the pelvic floor, so staying active (without straining) helps.
Try:
✔ Light yoga
✔ Kegel exercises
✔ Deep breathing and pelvic floor awareness
✨ Bonus: Apply yoni oil or massage oil to the lower abdomen to relieve tension and connect with your cycle.
✅ 4. Sleep, De-Stress, & Listen to Your Body
Stress increases cortisol, which disrupts your hormones even further.
😴 Get 7–9 hours of sleep.
🛀 Take warm baths with essential oils.
🧘♀️ Use period heat patches to calm cramps and relax your pelvic area.
💚 Feel Comfortable, Protected, and In Control—Naturally
You deserve to feel empowered and supported throughout your cycle. With Natissy’s breathable, organic reusable menstrual and incontinence pads, you're not only caring for your comfort—you're protecting your health and the planet.
✨ Ditch the irritation. Ditch the plastic.
Explore Natissy’s collection of toxin-free menstrual and incontinence pads today!
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