Living with Spina Bifida, Managing Incontinence, and Creating Your Own Solutions
From Life Without Leaks · 19:44
Show by National Association for Continence
For people who rely on catheters and other medical supplies, finding a convenient, discreet way to carry those essentials can be an everyday challenge. Derrek Cooke, who was born with spina bifida and has managed incontinence since childhood, decided to create his own solution.In this episode of Life Without Leaks, Derrek joins us to share his personal journey, from navigating the challenges of spina bifida and exploring treatment options to launching Derrek's Bags, a business offering customizable bags, backpacks and other accessories designed with accessibility and discretion in mind.Along the way, Derrek discusses the importance of self-advocacy, finding healthcare providers who understand your needs and how a simple idea born from personal experience can make a meaningful difference in the lives of others.Helpful Resources:Visit Derrek's Etsy story today: DerreksBags - EtsyFor more information about the National Association for Continence, visit NAFC.org, and be sure to follow us on Facebook, Instagram and Pinterest.MusicRainbows Kevin MacLeod (incompetech.com)Licensed under Creative Commons: By Attribution 3.0 Licensehttp://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/3.0/Living with bladder leaks shouldn't mean worrying about whether your protection can keep up. LivDry makes premium incontinence products designed for moderate to heavy bladder leakage with options for daytime, overnight, and extra protection when you need it most. From comfortable protective underwear to high-capacity briefs and insert pads, LivDry is designed to help you find the right level of protection for your needs. Learn more about LivDry at livdryhealth.com.
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