Alice In Yoga Pants

  Welcome to Support Sunday , where we continue our soft journey through poses that nurture the pelvic floor, calm the nervous system, and remind you that even diapered bodies deserve dignity, beauty, and strength. This week, we’re settling into a soft seat. A pose of stillness , of openness , and of elegant surrender . Let’s unfold together with Cobbler’s Pose . 🧘‍♀️ 6. Cobbler’s Pose (Baddha Konasana) How to do it: Sit on the floor with your spine tall and proud. Bring the soles of your feet together and let your knees fall open like butterfly wings. Hold onto your feet or ankles gently. Let your chest lift and your shoulders soften back. If your hips or knees feel tight, slide a folded blanket or cushion under each thigh for extra support. You can also sit on a folded blanket to elevate your hips slightly. 🕊️ Duration: Hold for 1–2 minutes , breathing deeply into your belly and pelvic bowl. 💞 Note: “Butterfly wings fluttering open—let your pelvic floor breathe wh...

I wasn’t planning to go viral on Reddit. Honestly, I wasn’t even sure I should hit “post.” Part of me kept saying, don’t do it, you’ll regret it. Another part whispered, just tell the truth. So I did. I wrote what I needed to say: “I do yoga in diapers and plastic baby pants. I’m still figuring out how to wear short shorts or leggings without feeling like I don’t belong.” Then I clicked “post.” And immediately felt sick. What if no one gets it? What if people laugh? What if I’ve just ruined everything by being honest? But then— it happened. Love. Kindness. Humor. Vulnerability. Encouragement. Over 64,000 views. More than 430 upvotes. Dozens and dozens of comments. Some from people who live with incontinence. Some from yoga teachers. Fellow students. People with prosthetics. People who’ve wrestled with body shame. And even strangers who just wanted to say, “You’re valid.” I cried. More than once. I laughed, too (someone literally said she tossed her prosthetic boob into ...

I had physical therapy again today with my pelvic floor specialist, and wow—this week took me deeper than I expected. We focused on four practices: • Pelvic floor engagement and release • Diaphragmatic (belly) breathing • Happy Baby pose with breath • Legs up the wall They sound gentle, right? But I learned how powerful—and surprisingly challenging—they really are. Especially when you’re proudly padded like me. At one point, she gently pointed out that my breathing pattern was working against my pelvic floor. I was unintentionally bracing and pushing down, creating the opposite effect of what I wanted. My body was doing its best, but it needed a softer kind of attention. That moment hit hard. What I’m Learning I’ve always thought of my incontinence as something I just had to manage—diapers, plastic pants, careful planning. But pelvic floor therapy is teaching me to relate to my body differently. Not just to control it, but to understand it. To breathe with it. To soften ...

Let’s be honest—some of these product labels are wildly misleading. You’ll see stuff marketed as “All-Day Protection,” “Nighttime Confidence,” “Ultra Absorbent,” and even “Leak Proof.” Sounds amazing, right? Then you look a little closer… and it holds maybe 2 to 5 ounces. Five. Ounces. My water bottle laughs at that. And honestly? So does my bladder—because when I leak, it can be 30, 34, sometimes even more ounces at once. That’s not a “little dribble,” that’s a full-on flash flood 🚨 So when those “discreet” pull-ups or pads fail me (again), I don’t blame myself. I blame the fact that a lot of these products just aren’t made for folks like me. That’s why I stick to the real heavy-duty stuff—  BetterDry,   Rearz, InControl and Northshore  when I’m feeling cute and crinkly. These are the diapers that don’t mess around. Thick, thirsty, and built for actual bladder-level leaks—not wishful thinking. And yes, I usually slip a pair of plastic pants over them too—because I like ...

  Welcome to Support Sunday , where we explore yoga poses that build inner strength and gentle confidence—especially for those of us living with incontinence, pelvic floor challenges, or a padded little secret under our leggings. This week’s pose is steady, simple, and oh-so-empowering. It reminds us that we can be soft and strong, gentle and grounded. Let’s rise into Chair Pose together. 🧘‍♀️ 5. Chair Pose (Utkatasana) with Pelvic Floor Engagement How to do it: Start standing tall with your feet together or hip-width apart. Inhale, then bend your knees as if sitting into an invisible chair behind you. Keep your chest lifted, arms reaching up or forward. Engage your core gently and softly lift your pelvic floor—like you're drawing up from deep within. Focus on length through your spine and try not to let your knees push past your toes. 🕊️ Duration: Hold for 3–5 breaths , or longer if you're feeling stable. Rest and repeat if desired. 💞 Note: “Strong thighs, li...

Traveling with incontinence isn’t always easy—but it is possible. Whether you're flying cross-country, road-tripping with friends, or staying in an Airbnb, you can absolutely stay confident, protected, and present. I've done it for years, and while every trip brings new lessons, I've learned that the right mindset and preparation make all the difference. Here’s how I manage travel with full-time incontinence—and how you can, too. 1. Pack with Confidence I always start with a checklist of essentials: High-absorbency briefs for both day and night use Boosters for extended wear or overnight protection Waterproof covers (PUL or plastic pants) to prevent leaks Disposable underpads for beds, seats, or unexpected situations Baby wipes and disposal bags for easy cleanups Wet/dry bags for discreet and hygienic storage Compression shorts or leggings for discretion under clothes Spare outfits just in case Packing extras means I never have to worry about finding supplies mid-trip. 2. C...

Short Girl Summer is here, and these are my go-tos… Mint, black, soft, padded, proud—and all me. Each week, I’ll be sharing real-life outfit ideas, tips, and reflections on how I dress for yoga, the gym, and daily life while managing incontinence. For me, that means wearing thick diapers and plastic baby pants under everything I own—and still showing up with softness, style, and confidence. As a self-proclaimed athleisure enthusiast (with an overflowing closet to prove it—okay, maybe more of an aspiring expert), I’ve tried it all: leggings, yoga pants, joggers, you name it. I’m still building my dream wardrobe one pair of yoga pants at a time—but if there’s one thing I’ve become very particular about, it’s fabric. When I find a material I love, I stay loyal—and this summer, my loyalty has a new favorite form: shorts. I’ve long been a fan of Old Navy’s Studio Smooth, PowerSoft, and Dynamic Fleece lines. So when I saw their shorts in the same dreamy materials, I had to try them. Let m...