I had my RALP on Jan 26,2026. I had my catheter for 10 days. I was doing my Kegel exercises as soon as I scheduled my surgery. I wore a heavy pad for about 3 weeks for night and day and then went to a light pad during the nights. After about 8 weeks I use only a light pad for day and night. Needing to change the light pad maybe once during the day. No issues at all at night for the past 2 weeks though I do get up at least once during the night to drain my bladder. I might go back to the heavier pad for workouts and bike rides just to be safe for now. I have read all types of research and it all seems to be based on individual experiences.