The Holiday Hustle & the 'Gotta Go' Struggle: Understanding Urinary Incontinence After 50

Holiday errands, crowded stores, long lines… and not always a restroom in sight. For millions of women over 50, urinary incontinence can make the season more stressful than joyful. This encore episode revisits an important conversation with Dr. Briana Walton — pelvic health specialist, surgeon, and advocate for women’s intimate wellness. She's also known as "The Vagina Whisperer."

We break down why urinary incontinence becomes more common with age, what’s actually happening in the pelvic floor, and the emotional toll many women quietly carry. Dr. Walton offers practical steps you can take right now, from lifestyle shifts and pelvic floor support to knowing when it’s time to seek professional care.

If you’ve ever dealt with sudden urgency, leakage when you laugh or sneeze, or anxiety about leaving the house… you are not alone — and there are solutions.

CHEERS to Healthy Aging and Joyful Living, Luvvies.

ABOUT OUR GUEST — Dr. Briana Walton
Dr. Walton has spent nearly 20 years specializing in Female Pelvic Medicine and Reconstructive Surgery. She is passionate about helping women understand their bodies, reclaim their confidence, and access compassionate, evidence-based care. Through the Center for Feminine Wellness and Surgery, she empowers women to address intimate wellness with dignity and confidence.

Learn more:
https://briwaltonmd.com/

RESOURCES
Hopkins Medicine — Urinary Incontinence in Women: https://www.hopkinsmedicine.org/health/conditions-and-diseases/urinary-incontinence/urinary-incontinence-in-women