Continence NZ

Continence NZ Empowering people affected by incontinence to thrive.

💬 We want to hear from you! Whether you’re a health professional, carer, or someone with lived experience, we’d love you...
29/10/2025

💬 We want to hear from you! Whether you’re a health professional, carer, or someone with lived experience, we’d love you to share your top tip or piece of advice around bladder, bowel, or pelvic health. 🌿

Maybe you’re a nutritionist with great constipation tips, a pelvic health physio with practical insights, or someone who’s found a small change that made a big difference – whatever it is, your voice matters. 💙

🎥 Record a quick video (your phone is perfect!) and send it to us at info@continence.org.nz.

We’ll review submissions and share a few on our page (with your approval, of course!).

Your experience could help others feel supported, informed, and not so alone. 💙

26/10/2025

Ever wondered what your pelvic floor actually is? 👀

🎥 Here, pelvic health physio Leanne Wait explains what your pelvic floor muscles are and where to find them. 🌿

Simple, clear, and empowering – this video is all about helping you understand your body a little better and feel more confident in looking after it. 💙

👉 Watch now: youtu.be/thGDAFUAE3E
📞 Need to talk? Our free helpline is here for you: 0800 650 659

✨ Want to learn more? Check out our full Pelvic Health 101 video series with pelvic health physiotherapists Liz Childs and Leanne Wait for more easy, practical tips:
👉 youtube.com/

🌍💙💛 October is World Down Syndrome Awareness Month! It’s a time to celebrate inclusion, dignity, and support – and to ke...
23/10/2025

🌍💙💛 October is World Down Syndrome Awareness Month!

It’s a time to celebrate inclusion, dignity, and support – and to keep building a world where everyone feels seen and valued.

For people with Down syndrome and other disabilities, the right continence care can make a huge difference day to day.

At Continence NZ, we’re here to help with:

✔️ A dedicated Care Pathway for Disabled People
👉 continence.org.nz/care-pathways

✔️ A webinar series for supporting children and young people with disabilities with their continence
👉 continence.org.nz/webinars

✔️ Online training for Disability Support Services staff and schools:
• Disability DSS Training
• Disability & Schools Training

Together, we can keep creating a more informed, supportive, and inclusive Aotearoa. 💛

💙 Got a question about bladder, bowel, or pelvic health? Nothing’s off limits – and we really mean that! 🙌 We’re launchi...
20/10/2025

💙 Got a question about bladder, bowel, or pelvic health? Nothing’s off limits – and we really mean that! 🙌

We’re launching a new Continence NZ “Ask Me Anything” video series, where our continence experts will answer your real questions – openly, honestly, and without judgement.

Maybe you’ve always wondered…
🤔 How does Botox treatment for the bladder actually work – and how do you access it?
💧 What’s normal when it comes to bladder control?
🧘‍♀️ Do pelvic floor exercises really help – and how do you know if you’re doing them right?

No question is too big, small, or awkward. We’re here to help you get real answers in a safe, supportive space. 🌿

💌 Send us your questions by:
👉 Commenting below
👉 Sending us a DM
👉 Or emailing us at info@continence.org.nz

Then keep an eye out for our AMA video series, where we’ll share your questions (anonymously!) and expert answers. 💙

💜 It’s World Menopause Day! (18 October) This year’s theme is Lifestyle Medicine – all about how the way we eat, move, r...
17/10/2025

💜 It’s World Menopause Day! (18 October)

This year’s theme is Lifestyle Medicine – all about how the way we eat, move, rest, and manage stress can make a big difference to how we feel through menopause. 🌿

Menopause can sometimes affect bladder and bowel health too – things like hormonal changes, pelvic floor strength, or tissue support.

But here’s the thing 👉 you’re not alone, and there are ways to support your continence and feel more confident every day – small changes can make a big difference 👇
✨ Pelvic floor support
✨ Healthy habits
✨ Talking with your GP or physio

💡 Check out our practical info and tips here:
continence.org.nz/adults-information/menopause-and-continence

📞 Need someone to talk to? Call our free helpline: 0800 650 659

Sometimes bladder or bowel leakage isn’t caused by the bladder or bowel itself. Instead, aspects of physical ability, co...
11/10/2025

Sometimes bladder or bowel leakage isn’t caused by the bladder or bowel itself. Instead, aspects of physical ability, cognition, or communication, among other things, can increase the chance of toileting accidents.

For example:
• Mobility: arthritis or stroke may affect how quickly or easily a person can get to and onto the toilet.
• Managing clothing: joint stiffness, muscle weakness, or rigidity can make it harder to undo buttons or pull down underwear.
• Communication: someone may not be able to express their need to use the toilet.

By understanding these factors, we can reduce stigma, create more supportive environments, and help people maintain dignity and independence. 💙

🌍 Awareness Days:
• World Arthritis Day – 12 October (www.eular.org/world-arthritis-day-general-information)
• World Stroke Day – 29 October (www.world-stroke.org/world-stroke-day-campaign)

Supporting parents with practical pelvic health guidance. 🌿Our updated Pregnancy Guide (2025 edition) is here! Created w...
08/10/2025

Supporting parents with practical pelvic health guidance. 🌿

Our updated Pregnancy Guide (2025 edition) is here! Created with pelvic health experts and informed by feedback from readers, it’s designed to empower expectant and new parents with clear steps, real stories, and trusted advice on bladder, bowel, and pelvic health.

The guide:
• Provides self-check tools & practical charts
• Connects parents to extra learning resources
• Helps people feel supported, informed, and in control

📥 Download free or order copies: continence.org.nz/adults-information/pregnancy-guide

It’s Mental Health Awareness Week 💙 – a time to connect, support, and kōrero openly.Living with incontinence can feel is...
05/10/2025

It’s Mental Health Awareness Week 💙 – a time to connect, support, and kōrero openly.

Living with incontinence can feel isolating, but you are not alone. Our new guide shares honest stories, helpful resources, and practical steps to support both physical and mental wellbeing.

🌸 You Are Not Alone: Personal Stories & How to Get Help is free to download and share.

👉 Access it here: continence.org.nz/resources/you-are-not-alone-personal-stories-and-how-to-get-help

Learn more about Mental Health Awareness Week: mhaw.nz

We’re excited to announce that Continence NZ is now on Instagram! 🎉Our goal is to create a safe, supportive space where ...
03/10/2025

We’re excited to announce that Continence NZ is now on Instagram! 🎉

Our goal is to create a safe, supportive space where we can share continence information, practical resources, and education opportunities.

Whether you’re looking for guidance, updates, or simply reassurance that you’re not alone – this is a place for you. 💜

📲 Follow us and help us spread the word!

1 October is the International Day of Older Persons 🌿 – a chance to celebrate and support the wellbeing of older people ...
01/10/2025

1 October is the International Day of Older Persons 🌿 – a chance to celebrate and support the wellbeing of older people in our communities. This International Day of Older Persons, we'd like to ask you to help shape our new guide for older people 🧡

We’re creating a new resource to support and empower older people with their bladder and bowel health – and we want to hear from you!

By sharing your experiences, ideas, or questions, you’ll help us make this guide practical, empowering, and reflective of real voices from our community alongside expert knowledge.

📝 Complete the short survey here: https://www.surveymonkey.com/r/LBF7RDY

Every response makes a difference. 💙

👉 Learn more about the day: un.org/en/observances/older-persons-day
👉 Explore our Care Pathway for Older People here: continence.org.nz/care-pathways

21 September was World Alzheimer’s Day 💜 – a time to raise awareness and challenge stigma around Alzheimer’s and dementi...
30/09/2025

21 September was World Alzheimer’s Day 💜 – a time to raise awareness and challenge stigma around Alzheimer’s and dementia.

Continence is often an overlooked but important part of dementia care. Our Dementia & Continence training provides practical knowledge and strategies to support those living with dementia and their whānau.

👉 Learn more and enrol here: continencenz.thinkific.com/courses/dementia

More about World Alzheimer’s Day: alz.org/about/awareness-initiatives/world-alzheimers-day

As Blue September comes to a close, we’re joining the movement to raise awareness for prostate cancer and men’s health. ...
30/09/2025

As Blue September comes to a close, we’re joining the movement to raise awareness for prostate cancer and men’s health. 💙

Continence is an important part of wellbeing – and for men affected by prostate cancer, understanding pelvic floor health can make a real difference.

We’ve developed an online training course on Prostate Cancer & Pelvic Floor Muscles, designed for Prost-FIT trainers but open to anyone with an interest in the topic.

👉 Learn more and enrol here: continencenz.thinkific.com/courses/PC-PFMs

Discover more about Blue September: blueseptember.org.nz

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