Menopause & Pelvic Health
The hormonal changes associated with perimenopause and menopause can affect many areas of pelvic health.
Changes in oestrogen levels can influence the tissues of the vagina, bladder, urethra and pelvic floor, and symptoms can sometimes appear for the first time during this stage of life. These changes may include increased urinary urgency or frequency, bladder leakage, vaginal dryness or discomfort, and changes in pelvic-floor strength.
Menopause changes the pelvic floor - hormonal shifts can bring bladder leaks, urgency, vaginal dryness and looser pelvic support, often for the first time. These changes are common, not something to just live with. This page brings together bladder support, moderate leakage containment, vaginal comfort products and simple pelvic-floor routines you can start today.
Bladder leakage and menopause
Some women notice that they begin to leak urine when coughing, laughing, exercising or lifting. Others experience a sudden and difficult-to-control urge to urinate.
Pelvic-floor exercises can form an important part of managing these symptoms. There are also products designed to provide additional bladder support or discreetly manage leakage while allowing you to continue everyday activities.
Vaginal dryness and discomfort
Hormonal changes during and after menopause can cause vaginal tissues to become thinner and drier. This can lead to irritation, discomfort or pain during sexual activity.
Lubricants and other vaginal comfort products can help manage some of these symptoms. Persistent pain, bleeding or significant changes should always be discussed with a healthcare professional.
Supporting your pelvic floor
The pelvic floor supports the bladder, bowel and reproductive organs. Like other muscles, it can become weaker over time, but regular pelvic-floor exercises can help maintain or improve strength.
Our pelvic-health resources and products are intended to help women understand these changes and find practical ways of managing their symptoms.
What would you like help with?
Browse our products for women, incorporating pelvic floor training devices for the treatment of, and accessories for the management of female urinary incontinence, and lubricant for the management of vaginal dryness.
