Poise Impressa Stops Light Bladder Leaks Before They Happen

Poise Impressa provides bladder support to help ensure
you don't leak in the first place.

What to do

When I was first diagnosed with urinary incontinence I was overwhelmed with the idea of wearing an pad or even worse… an adult diaper.  My bladder leakage wasn’t that bad but I knew I had to do something to manage my incontinence. I just didn’t want to have to change my activities, my wardrobe, or any aspect of my life in order to accommodate using incontinence supplies. I wondered if there was some incontinence product which could help me prevent leaks and accidents before they happened. It was only after talking to the nice ladies at The CareGiver Partnership I found there was a incontinence product which could help me do that... Impressa from Poise.  Impressa provides bladder support to help ensure you don’t leak urine in the first place.  In the old days, these were referred to as pessaries.

It’s older than you think

A pessary is a device which has been around since ancient times. Most of the time a pessary is used to help control stress-related incontinence. It is important to understand while it doesn’t cure the medical issues behind stress related incontinence (such as pelvic organ prolapse) it can help to manage them and slow down the progression. A pessary is placed in the vagina to help support the uterus and bladder or rectum. When it is pressing against the wall of the vagina and the urethra it helps to decrease the amount of urine leakage.

Poise Impressa is inserted and removed
just like a tampon.

Poise Impressa is the answer

When I talked to the ladies at The Caregiver Partnership they told me Poise Impressa is a revolutionary way to manage urinary incontinence. Poise Impressa is an innovative, over the counter incontinence product that looks like a tampon.  It can provide an internal solution to stop leaks before they happen. There are several reasons why Poise Impressa may be right the right solution for your incontinence needs. Here are three of them. 

• Poise Impressa is inserted and removed like a tampon. At one time the only way to use a pessary device was to visit a doctor and have it specifically fitted, inserted and ultimtely removed.  Today, you can easily use Poise Impressa which is inserted and removed just like a tampon. There is no need for a doctor's visits or any other intervention. Because Poise Impressa is over the counter is it affordable and easy to use for every woman. 

• Poise Impressa comes in three different sizes so you can find the right size for you. The makers of Poise Impressa understand not all women’s bodies are the same size. This is why they offer a sizing kit so you can find the right size for you. Keep in mind the size is not determined by the amount of leakage, weight or height, but rather the internal size of the woman. A woman who is interested in using Poise Impressa will  purchase a sizing kit which contains two of each of three sizes. She starts with Size 1 and progresses to Size 2 or 3 if she feels like she needs more support to help stop leaks. This way you can be assured you are getting the level of support you specifically need.  Call to get your sizing kit.  For a limited tim, the sizing kit includes a $4.00 coupon for a regular count pack of any size.

•  Poise Impressa allows women to continue on with their normal, daily activities and participate in any activity they want to. Unlike other incontinence products which are used outside of the body Poise Impressa can provide protection even when a woman is swimming. There is no need to remove it for any type of physical activity or even when using the bathroom. Poise Impressa can simply be inserted and then allow a woman to go on with the activities of her choosing.

 Get real help from real people. 

Since 2004, The Caregiver Partnership has been helping women just like you. Unlike the big box stores which usually only offer 3 brands of incontinence products, The CareGiver Partnership shops the world over to find the best incontinence products - those used by consumers and professionals alike.  They offer over 733 choices which is ten times more brands, styles, sizes and absorbencies than even the big box stores. And, they have knowledgeable Product Specialists you can speak with when you call 1-800-985-1353.

However, even when you have an idea of what incontinence products you are looking for it can still be overwhelming. That’s why the free & easy Incontinence Product Finder was developed. It saves you time, money and frustration by making it easy to sort through hundreds of products - fast. The  video below explains how it works.

Watch this video to learn more about The Incontinence Product Finder

Consumers wasting $130 buying incontinence products

Did you know those buying incontinence products for the first time waste $130 on average in trial and error mode trying to figure out what will work best for them.  This is research from the makers of Depend and Poise.  The CareGiver Partnership recognizes this and that’s why they provide online tools to help you select the best choice. They also have a team of Product Specialist who are expert on all the products offered and can send you samples ($3.49 each) to try before you buy.  Questions?  Call them at 1-800-985-1353.

Watch this video to learn more about Try Before You Buy

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About The CareGiver Partnership. The CareGiver Partnership helps caregivers and their loved ones with answers to their caregiving questions, including information about home health care products and supplies, from our Wisconsin-based team of Product Specialists who are all current or former caregivers. The company’s Web site provides the largest online library of resources on subjects most important to caregivers — from arthritis to assisted living, and Parkinson’s to prostate cancer — as well as access to more than 3,000 home care products for incontinence, skin care, mobility, home safety and daily living aids. The CareGiver Partnership was founded in 2004 by Lynn Wilson of Neenah, Wisc. Visit http://www.caregiverpartnership.com to learn more or call 1-800-985-1353.

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Depend for Men Real-Fit Briefs (Pull-On Underwear)

Confusion Reins

Don’t let the names confuse you. Depend Real Fit briefs are actually pull-on underwear that go up and down. They’re not the type with tape tabs sometimes referred to as ‘adult diapers’. Why the Depend people changed the name to confuse everyone, is beyond us. All the other brands call ‘briefs’ - briefs and pull-on underwear or protective underwear. Not the makers of Depend. Go figure. Here is an easy to use chart which shows you all the product styles, a picture of each, the absorbency level, if its for a man, woman or either, for urine or fecal incontinence and when it should be used. There are 13 different product sytles!

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Don't Judge People. You Never Know What Kind of Battle They Are Fighting.

You Never Know

Mary’s friends wonder why she won’t come out with them as much anymore. They feel hurt and sometimes offended when Mary begs off outings with them and some of her friends have even stopped calling. Mary feels alone and isolated but what her friends don’t know is she struggling with a diagnosis of incontinence at age 39. She isn’t sure she is using the right incontinence products to help her manage her symptoms.

Sara age 56 is constantly torn between helping her Father who has recently moved in with her and taking care of her needs and other family members. Her Dad’s incontinence symptoms and his reluctance to deal with them has left her tired and worn out due to the extra work of caring for him and trying to find the right incontinence supplies.

Mark age 79 is struggling with managing his own incontinence symptoms after recently completing treatment for prostate cancer. He wonders if he will ever be able to get back to the activities he enjoys without always worrying about his incontinence becoming noticeable to others.

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Poise Impressa: They Help Stop Leaks Rather Than Absorb Them

Poise Impressa is designed for the temporary management of
stress urinary incontinence in women. 

New Poise Impressa Bladder Supports are a revolutionary product that helps stop leaks before they happen. Are they for you?

From liners to underwear, absorbing leaks is at the core (so to speak) of most incontinence products. Poise Impressa does not absorb leaks — it’s worn inside the body to help stop leaks before they happen.

How Impressa works

Designed for the temporary management of stress urinary incontinence in women, Poise Impressa Bladder Supports are inserted and removed the same way as a tampon but work very differently. Instead of absorbent material, they’re made of soft, flexible silicone with a non-absorbent cover.

While inserted, they gently lift and support the urethra with light pressure, much like stronger muscles. And unlike traditional pessaries, they’re conveniently disposable — simply discard in the trash.

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Prevail Bladder Control Pads Ultimate Length- 16"

Prevail is about half the cost of Poise,
while offering the same or better quality.

A Clever Solution

When Mary was first diagnosed with incontinence her first fear was would she have to wear an adult diaper? While she didn’t know exactly what incontinence supplies would be available she knew what she didn’t want to have to wear. In addition, she was worried about the cost of incontinence products after a close friend mentioned she also experienced some incontinence as well. She wanted something that would be comfortable, discreet (not big, bulky and noisy), cost efficient and would protect from leaks. It wasn’t until she spoke with the ladies at The CareGiver Partnership she found out the solution for her was actually a pad and the one they recommended was the Prevail Bladder Control Pads Ultimate - 16".

What is Prevail? I’ve never heard of it.

Prevail is manufactured in the U.S. by First Quality. They manufacture and sell more incontinence products then even Depend or Poise. I know, that’s hard to believe because you have probably never heard of the brand. That’s because Prevail is a professional brand used in many long term care facilities across the U.S., Canada and elsewhere. Prevail also doesn’t have a big ad budget like Depend or Poise and that is how they are able to keep their prices down, while offering the same or better quality. The cost is about half of Poise for the same Ultimate pad which is 16” long (at The CareGiver Partnership).

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New Seni Lady Bladder Control pads...Poised for Success...Always

1 in 3 women report experiencing light bladder leakage. 

A new choice in bladder control… imported from Europe

If you are experiencing light bladder leakage (LBL) you may feel embarrassed and isolated. Many women wonder how this could happen to them. They are worried they will have to use an adult diaper to deal with their incontinence.

1 in 3 like me

It is important to know light bladder leakage is extremely common and 1 in 3 women report experiencing it. The causes for this can vary. The physical stress of pregnancy and childbirth along with the hormonal changes which happen at menopause can bring on light bladder leakage as well as other assorted causes. The good news is if you are experiencing this issue is that you know you are not alone. There are many quality incontinence supplies which can help you manage your symptoms. Most of these aren’t available in the stores due to lack of shelf space.

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New Seni Incontinence Shaped Pads...for Day and Night Use

Seni shaped day pads could be the answer
to your incontinence management needs.

Looking for a little bladder control help

When I first began experiencing incontinence it was just some light urinary leakage when I was exercising or coughed or sneezed. At first I used period pads to try and keep me dry but they just weren’t doing enough. As time went on I realized I needed to find something I could wear comfortably and would let me continue on with my active lifestyle, but I just couldn’t seem to find the right incontinence product for my light bladder leakage. While there were plenty of choices when it came to adult diapers or pull-on underwear I wanted something which would offer me the protection I needed without using a full incontinence undergarment. .

I felt overwhelmed with all the styles, sizes and absorbencies and wondered where I could find the incontinence supplies I needed. I wasn’t willing to settle for cutting back on the things I wanted to do simply because I couldn’t find the right incontinence products for my needs. None of the leading brands I tried worked. That’s when I called and talked with the nice ladies at

The CareGiver Partnership. They know incontinence products inside and out and will take as much time as needed to help explain things.

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How to Regain Your Confidence-- With Incontinence Products

Regain your confidence with incontinence products. 

Feeling Unsure About It All - Especially Away From Home

Julie was a very confident woman with an important and fast paced career. She had always taken on her life with confidence and determination. However, when she began to experience incontinence symptoms, she felt her confidence slipping away as she worried about leakage and accidents at work and other places outside of her home. She was unsure as to how she could possibly manage her incontinence and continuing working and doing all the things she loved. It was only when she found some information about how to effectively manage her incontinence was she able to return to the vibrant and confident woman she normally was.

Julie’s experience is not uncommon as many people report feeling less confident after experiencing incontinence symptoms. This problem can be isolating despite the fact there are millions of Americans who are dealing with and successfully managing their incontinence. The key to knowing what to do is to educate yourself about incontinence and the products which can help. This way you can find the right ones that will work for you. Here is what you need to know about how to regain your confidence with incontinence products.

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I've Got Sam in My Pants

Two women talking about wanting to have Sam in their pants

Watch the video

This is a TV spot for new Poise micro liners.  Watch the video and/or read the copy below:

I love Sam.

Sam knows how to take care of a woman

Sam is also very small okay but

Sam can last for hours

I have Sam in my pants right now

Sam, its super absorbent material from Poise

For those little leaks

It’s crazy thin and look

I wish I had Sam in my pants

New Poise micro liners. Get a free sample and poise dot com.

Some might think this spot is funny, cute or clever.  Others have found it offensive and called us on it because it ran while their young children were in the room.  I'm sure it will be pretty polarizing.

What it isn't... is what its supposed to be - good advertising that sells products because it resonates with a consumer insight. 

First of all, there is no USP or unique selling proposition.  Every incontinence product has super absorbent material (SAM) inside.  The Poise people aren't even talking about a better SAM - one that absorbs more, works harder or lasts longer.  At least this would provide a competitive reason why or point of difference -- what CenterBrain Partners, Inc. refers to as the 'Truth' or reason to believe in all good communication.

This type of advertising is what CenterBrain refers to an 'ingredient story' advertising.  Its lazy advertising because it isn't based on a key consumer insight -- what they refer to as the "That's Me" factor.  For example, the consumer benefit is feeling fresh.  The most effective way to communicate that is 'Just Showered Freshness".  Visually "Just Showered Freshness" can be executed many different ways

Learn more here about the Positioning 3 T's

As David Ogilvy, the famous ad man once said, there are no low interest brands... only low interest ad agencies.  He also said to never write an advertisement which you wouldn't' want your family to read (or see).

What is your reaction?  Do you like this?  Do you think it is advertising which convinces you to buy?

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Are You Too Young To Do Kegels?

Noone is too young to do Kegels. 

Many people are surprised to learn urinary leakage is a problem which is experienced by nearly 50% of all women. This is most often due to the stress of pregnancy and childbirth. The pelvic floor muscles which regulate the flow of urine can be weakened and even damaged by these events. Coupled with the fact that later in life the hormonal changes which come with menopause can affect this even more, it makes it crucial that all women know how to do keels to strengthen these muscles. Knowing how to do this exercise and when they should be doing them is key. Here is what you need to know to answer the question- Are you too young to do Kegels?

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Kegel Exercise How To

Experts recommend doing Kegels while lying on your back. 

Urge incontinence is when an individual does not make it to the bathroom because of an overwhelming sensation to urinate that causes the pelvic floor muscles to release before reaching the toilet. Stress incontinence occurs when an individual leaks because of an increased pressure on the bladder, such as from laughing, shouting, coughing, jumping, etc. This is usually due to damage that has occurred to these muscles. The most common cause of this is pregnancy and childbirth which means women are in the majority when it comes to this problem. There can also be hormonal changes (especially at menopause), which can also cause stress incontinence to occur. It should be noted however, these conditions do not have to be present for anyone (male or female). There are things that can be done to reduce the symptoms of both urge and stress incontinence. 

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Bladder Control Problems, A Closer Look

A closer look at bladder control problems.

Incontinence and bladder control problems are fairly common, but are often under reported, and not talked about. Most thank incontinence issues only affect the very old and very sick. You may be surprised to learn problems with bladder control affect people of all ages, health status and both genders. However, this type of problem is one of the most under-reported health issues today, and one that is very treatable. Many people allow their embarrassment and fear of public discovery keep them from gaining the treatment and relief which they need. Most types of bladder control issues can be successfully treated and managed with a consult from a health care professional and a treatment plan. 

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Will Bladder Training Work For You?

Living with incontinence is not the only option.

Living with incontinence is not the only option. Too many people are embarrassed by the condition, and because of that embarrassment are reluctant to tell other family members and even their doctor. However, it is crucial to understand urinary incontinence is a treatable problem with many different treatment options. The first thing anyone should do when they are having symptoms is to see their health care professional to gain an accurate diagnosis and form a treatment plan. 

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Incontinence, Sleep, and Your Overall Health

What can you do about disturbed sleep due to incontinence?

Sleep is critical to overall health. The body needs rest to repair and build, for the mind to function properly, and even for the bladder to function properly. According to Dr. Park, “a large number of awakenings and lack of deep sleep can irritate the bladder and lead to earlier sensations of needing to void.” Many people who suffer from incontinence also find that their sleep is disturbed. And disturbed sleep can make incontinence worse, so what can you do?

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Decreasing Night Time Urinary Output For a Better Night's Rest

Tips for decreasing night time urinary output. 

One of the concerns many incontinent individuals have is that of not getting adequate rest as a result of night time urinary output. The urge to go, leaking, etc can interrupt sleep, leaving individuals tired, groggy, and often cranky as a result. The following are tips for decreasing night time urinary output for a better night’s rest:

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Does Your Loved One Have Incontinence?

A look at the signs of incontinence

Although incontinence impacts millions of adult Americans every year, it is a condition that is often kept hidden, even from physicians. Why? Because it is embarrassing. Loss of bowel or bladder control is not something people like to talk about, so how can you know if your loved one, or the individual you are caring for has incontinence? 

The following is a look at the signs of incontinence and what you can do as a caregiver to help a loved one with this condition.

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Dating With Incontinence: Tips and Tricks

It is possible to date with incontinence. 

Having incontinence can be a real blow to self-confidence. The discomfort that comes from potentially leaking, makes socializing awkward, let alone dating. However, it is possible to date with incontinence. The following are some tips to keep urinary incontinence from messing with your romantic relationships, and allow you to gain the confidence you need to socialize regularly:

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What To Ask When Selecting Incontinence Products

A guide to what you should ask and know
when selecting incontinence products.

Incontinence is not a normal part of aging, and often there are treatment options available. However, while treating incontinence, whether it is temporary or long term, getting the right products to manage it can help provide both physical and emotional comfort. Here is a guide to what you should ask and know when selecting incontinence products:

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Treatment Options for Incontinence

A physician will help you determine what options are best.

Incontinence is not something you just have to live with. In fact, many people wait years before seeking any kind of treatment for their incontinence. Let’s take a look at some of the treatment options for incontinence:

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Pumpkin Seeds For Bladder Control

Could pumpkin seeds be the answer to bladder control?

It is estimated that one in six adults over age 40 are affected by an overactive bladder, though it is hard to get accurate numbers as this is a highly personal and embarrassing condition. Approximately 12 million Americans suffer from urinary incontinence every year. 

For women, many suffer from stress incontinence. The toll of having babies can weaken pelvic muscles resulting in leakage with coughs, laughs, or even in some cases when the person stands up too quickly. Men often suffer from incontinence due to an enlarged prostate gland.

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