Wondering when you can safely get moving again after bladder removal surgery?

In this episode of Leaks, Laughs & Life with a Urostomy, I talk about rebuilding strength and the steps to returning to an active lifestyle after surgery.

From gentle walking to gradually increasing activity, I cover safe ways to ease back into exercise, practical tips for people living with a urostomy, and why hydration is a key part of recovery. You’ll learn how to listen to your body, celebrate small wins, and rebuild strength at your own pace.

This episode is perfect for anyone recovering from bladder removal who wants to feel confident moving their body again and regain independence.

And remember, this journey has its share of leaks, plenty of laughs, and a whole lot of life.

The Other Side of Bladder Removal: Alex’s Neobladder Story

What is life really like after bladder removal surgery?

In this episode of Leaks, Laughs & Life with a Urostomy, I sit down with Alex to talk about life on the other side of surgery and his experience living with a neobladder.

Alex shares his journey from diagnosis to surgery, recovery, and the process of learning how to live with a completely new urinary system. He speaks candidly about the challenges, adjustments, and unexpected victories that come with rebuilding life after such a major procedure.

We talk about what recovery actually looks like, the emotional resilience it takes, and the realities people don’t always hear when they’re facing bladder removal. Alex’s story offers honest insight, encouragement, and a powerful reminder that life after surgery can still be active, fulfilling, and full of possibility.

Whether you are preparing for bladder removal, supporting someone who is, or simply want to understand what life with a neobladder is really like, this conversation offers real-world perspective and hope from someone who has lived it.

Because this journey is full of leaks, plenty of laughs, and a whole lot of life.

Urinary tract infections can look and feel different after bladder removal surgery, and they do not always show up the way you expect. In this episode, I provide a practical overview of common symptoms in urostomy and neobladder patients, risk factors to be aware of, and the early warning signs that should prompt a call to your medical team.

We discuss hydration, hygiene considerations, prevention strategies, supplements, and what surprised me most along my own journey, including odor changes, cloudy urine, and why drinking water like it is your new full-time job may save you a whole lot of trouble. The goal is to help you feel informed, prepared, and proactive, because sometimes the real danger is not the leak. It is ignoring the warning signs.