Tips for travelling with incontinence

Out and about on the holidays? Advance preparation tips to increase your enjoyment

Increase your "staying power" with Tranquility Booster Pads used with any disposable brief or underwear to provide extra absorption.
Carry your prescription medicines or products for constipation, vomiting or diarrhea and keep them in their original packaging.
Book seats on the aisle, near a toilet or near the front of the bus / plane where you can exit quickly.
Bring (or send ahead) extra incontinence supplies for unexpected delays.
Choose clothes in dark colours (to disguise any leakage) that are easy to remove and comfortable to wear (elastic waists, track pants or longer, loose-fitting tops).
Take a small toilet bag in your carry-on bag, plus a change of clothing. Disposable wipes are handy generally and especially good for fecal incontinence.
Drink plenty of ‘good' fluids (water is best). Don't be tempted to cut down on fluids to reduce urine leakage as it can actually make things worse.
Avoid bladder irritants such as coffee, tea, alcohol, chocolate drinks, fizzy soft drinks and sports drinks. Spicy or acidic foods are best avoided too.