While you wait...
Lots of women have bladder leaking and no one wants to talk about it. And then when you bring it up to your doctor, you're stuck waiting months to see a specialist. I'm Sarah Boyles, an experienced board-certified Urogynecologist and each week I'll combine medicine, science and my expertise to help you understand your bladder and your body and what you can do to get started!
Podcasting since 2023 • 107 episodes
While you wait...
Latest Episodes
From Anxiety to Empowerment: The Truth About Pelvic Floor Therapy
Pelvic floor physical therapy can feel intimidating, especially when you don’t know what to expect. In this episode, I sit down with MJ Strauhal, one of Portland’s most experienced pelvic floor PTs, to walk through what really happens at that f...
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Season 3
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Episode 21
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28:28
Empowering Patients: Navigating Healthcare and Communication Strategies
In this episode, we dive into the challenges and strategies of discussing intimate and potentially embarrassing health issues like bladder leaking with healthcare providers. I revisit an insightful conversation with Dr. Kara Wada, a board-certi...
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Season 3
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Episode 20
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26:22
Pessaries: A Modern Tool for Treating Prolapse and Incontinence
Pessaries have come a long way from their ancient origins. Today, they're sleek, medical-grade silicone devices that can help with prolapse and stress incontinence, no surgery required. In this episode, I break down the different types of pessa...
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Season 3
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Episode 19
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14:12
Understanding Hormones and Bladder Health
Hormones play a bigger role in bladder health than most women realize. In this week's episode of "while you wait…" podcast, I break down how estrogen shifts during perimenopause, menopause, postpartum, and even certain birth control methods can...
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Season 3
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Episode 18
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18:57
Vacation-Ready: How to Manage Bladder Leaks While You Travel
Planning a vacation but nervous about traveling with bladder issues? You're not alone, and you're not out of options. In this episode, I share practical, proactive strategies for women managing bladder symptoms during travel. Whether it's stres...
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Season 3
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Episode 17
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12:39
