Women’s quality of life
Bladder control, vaginal comfort, intimacy and recovery after childbirth can affect everyday life. These are concerns you can discuss openly. A quality-of-life approach begins by understanding the symptoms that trouble you and the support you want, rather than promising one procedure.
Illustrative imageConcerns that affect your everyday life
Make room for questions about vaginal comfort, bladder control, intimacy and recovery after childbirth. Start with the topics below to identify your concerns, expectations and questions for consultation.
Setting a personal quality-of-life goal
Goals such as less disrupted sleep, movement without fear of leakage or comfortable intimacy can make consultation more specific. People with the same symptom may have different priorities. Ask how change will be monitored and when the plan should be reconsidered.
Make your plan clear.
- Note how symptoms affect sleep and everyday life.
- Discuss options in relation to your health history.
- Ask how new symptoms should change your follow-up plan.
Follow-up, care and return to everyday activities depend on assessment and the approach chosen. Before leaving, clarify the next step and how to contact the clinic.