Does Postpartum Depression Have Anything To Do With Bladder Leakage?

Stop Peeing Your Pants · Oct 14, 2026 · 10m

Could your bladder leakage be connected to postpartum depression? In this episode, we’re diving into the research behind the surprising link between postpartum depression and urinary incontinence, including stress incontinence and bladder leakage after pregnancy and birth. We’ll break down what the research actually says, how urinary incontinence can affect your mental and emotional well-being after birth, and why postpartum bladder leakage deserves to be taken seriously. If you’re dealing with stress urinary incontinence, leaking when you cough, sneeze, exercise, or jump, or simply feel like…