Marlee was the Senior Content Specialist at Aeroflow Urology from 2022 to 2025. She brought a deep understanding of incontinence and health conditions associated with it to her writing. She thrived on collaborating with organizations dedicated to improving the world, such as the Awareness Film Festival and The Borgen Project.
A graduate of Columbia College Chicago with a Bachelor's degree in Journalism, Marlee actively contributed to various publications, including Borgen Magazine, Echo Magazine, Assuaged, Inc., and Chicago Ideas Week. Her work demonstrated a keen awareness of health issues, particularly those related to incontinence.
The Connection Between Sleep Apnea & Incontinence
, by Marlee Septak .
Do you find yourself stuck in the nightly routine of waking multiple times to use the restroom? Sure, as someone with urinary incontinence, that might be a normal occurrence, but is it combined with symptoms such as waking up with a headache, snoring loudly, or excessive fatigue? Then you may have sleep apnea and incontinence, both of which may contribute to each other as well as erectile dysfunction and a lowered sex drive.
How to Use Intermittent Catheters in Public Restrooms
, by Marlee Septak .
The process of adjusting to life with intermittent catheter use can be a major lifestyle adjustment for any patient, as well as their loved ones and caretakers. Though it can be a source of anxiety for patients, with proper preparation and education, catheterizing in public restrooms can be only marginally more difficult than doing so in the comfort of your own home.
How To Insert a Catheter as a Woman
, by Marlee Septak .
A common fear most people experience after a bladder dysfunction diagnosis is will I be able to cath myself? Fortunately, we have an expert is who is willing to share her experience learning to use a catheter. Trudy Triumph is a blog from JoAnne Lake sharing her knowledge and support about neurogenic bladder and bowel. Her goal is to enable other women to release embarrassment and reclaim their lives.
According to Whitehouse.gov, “Nearly 1 in 3 American families struggle to afford enough diapers, which can lead to serious health problems”. Not only does this issue affect families with small children, but families with older children with disabilities or disabled adults.
Often someone on a limited income or government assistance struggles with getting diapers for loved ones. The frustration of not being able to buy diapers or running out of pull-ons before the next monthly check puts a burden on a caregiver. Due to the fact this happens frequently and the cost of disposable diapers, briefs, and pull-ons are expensive and unaffordable to those on limited incomes, North Carolina Medicaid implemented a paid diaper service offering diapers to low-income recipients.
