An overactive bladder is no reason to clear your social calendar. A little preparation and planning can make it easier to travel, or just enjoy a night out with friends:

Getting ready

• Pack extra clothing and keep a change of clothes in your car, backpack or bag, just in case.
  
  
• If you're worried about leakage, wear absorbent pads or use other products. Pack extras.
  
  
• Carry plenty of personal hygiene products and maintain good hygiene, especially if accidents occur. Bathroom wipes are handy and hand sanitizing gels are great if you don't have access to soap and clean water.

En route

• If you're traveling on public transportation, arrange your seating in advance whenever possible. Try to get an aisle seat near an exit or bathroom.
  
  
• When traveling by air, a doctor's note may help you secure a seat near the bathroom. The convenience will help when a strong urge to urinate hits.
  
  
• Adjust your behavioral techniques and medication schedule to your travel plans. For example, bring enough medication to last the entire trip and make sure to carry some with you if your luggage is travelling separately.
  
  
• To maintain your bladder training schedule, plan your route to include regular bathroom breaks. For example, if you are training yourself to need a bathroom only once an hour rather than every half hour, it's important to know that you'll have access to a bathroom every hour.