Continence NZ

Continence NZ Empowering people affected by incontinence to thrive.

Did you know that small changes in your daily habits can make a big difference for your bladder and bowel health? Here a...
26/11/2025

Did you know that small changes in your daily habits can make a big difference for your bladder and bowel health?

Here are a few simple things you can try:
💧 Stay hydrated – around 6–8 glasses a day is great, but try to avoid too much right before bed.
❌ Cut back on bladder irritants like caffeine, fizzy drinks, and alcohol.
🍽️ Keep a regular bowel routine – and make sure you’re getting enough fibre and fluids to keep things moving comfortably.
💪 Add some pelvic floor exercises into your day – they support the muscles that support you!

You don’t have to figure it out alone. If you’d like to chat about what might work best for you, we’re here to help. 💙

📞 Call our free helpline: 0800 650 659
🌿 Explore more tips and resources: continence.org.nz

Every child deserves to grow up feeling supported, healthy, and confident. 💙 This World Children’s Day (20 November), we...
19/11/2025

Every child deserves to grow up feeling supported, healthy, and confident. 💙

This World Children’s Day (20 November), we’re shining a light on continence support for children and their families. From toilet training tips to understanding bedwetting or constipation, our resources are here to guide whānau with reassurance and practical advice.

🌿 Learn more: continence.org.nz/information-children
🌍 About World Children’s Day: un.org/en/observances/world-childrens-day
📞 Call our free helpline: 0800 650 659

🌍 World Toilet Day (19 November) reminds us how essential safe toilets and sanitation are for dignity, health, and wellb...
18/11/2025

🌍 World Toilet Day (19 November) reminds us how essential safe toilets and sanitation are for dignity, health, and wellbeing.

Here in Aotearoa, Continence NZ is committed to breaking down stigma and supporting people with bladder and bowel health needs. From practical tools like our Toilet Cards 🚻, to resources for people of all ages and abilities, our goal is to make access to toilets – and the conversations around them – easier.

👉 Explore our resources: continence.org.nz
🌍 Learn more about World Toilet Day: un.org/en/observances/toilet-day
📞 Need support? Call our free helpline: 0800 650 659

We’re grateful to Lotteries National for their incredible support of Continence NZ. 🎉 Your funding helps make everything...
12/11/2025

We’re grateful to Lotteries National for their incredible support of Continence NZ. 🎉

Your funding helps make everything we do possible – from providing trusted educational resources to developing new guides and training that support people and whānau across Aotearoa. 🌿

Because of you, more New Zealanders can access the information, understanding, and support they need to live with dignity and confidence. 💙

Ngā mihi nui – we couldn’t do it without you. 🙏

💙 Supporting continence shouldn’t be hard – and we’re here to make it easy. 🌿 You can order from our range of helpful co...
09/11/2025

💙 Supporting continence shouldn’t be hard – and we’re here to make it easy. 🌿

You can order from our range of helpful continence resources – from pamphlets and books to Toilet Cards and continence underwear.

Whether it’s for yourself, your whānau, or someone you support, there’s something for everyone. 🙌

👉 Explore and order here:
www.continence.org.nz/order-resources
www.continence.org.nz/continence-store

👨‍🦱 Movember is about more than moustaches – it’s about starting real conversations on men’s health. 💙 Bladder and bowel...
06/11/2025

👨‍🦱 Movember is about more than moustaches – it’s about starting real conversations on men’s health. 💙

Bladder and bowel leakage can affect men at any stage of life. It’s common, manageable, and – most importantly – you’re not alone.

Our Men’s Care Pathway shares clear, practical steps to help men take charge of their continence and overall wellbeing. 🌿

👉 Explore the Care Pathway: continence.org.nz/care-pathways
🌍 Learn more about Movember: nz.movember.com
💬 Need to talk? Call us for free, confidential support: 0800 650 659

06/11/2025

💬 Ask Me Anything!

Today, pelvic health physio Liz Childs answers another important question we often hear:
👉 “What can I do if I have a pelvic organ prolapse?”

In this short video, she explains practical steps you can take — from understanding your symptoms to ways to support your recovery and pelvic health. 🌿

💡 Got a question you’d like answered in our next AMA? Comment below or message us privately — we’d love to hear from you!

💙 A huge thank you to COGS for your amazing support! Your contribution helps us keep our mahi moving — making sure peopl...
03/11/2025

💙 A huge thank you to COGS for your amazing support!

Your contribution helps us keep our mahi moving — making sure people and communities all across Aotearoa can access the continence information, resources, and support they need, when they need it. 🌿

Ngā mihi nui — we couldn’t do it without you! 🙌

💙 It’s Diabetes Action Month! We’re shining a light on something that doesn’t get talked about enough – the link between...
31/10/2025

💙 It’s Diabetes Action Month!

We’re shining a light on something that doesn’t get talked about enough – the link between diabetes and continence. 🌿

Diabetes can sometimes affect bladder and bowel control through things like nerve changes, infections, or needing to wee more often. It’s really common – and you’re definitely not alone.

At Continence NZ, we’ve got practical info, resources, and a free helpline to help you and your whānau find the support you need. 💬

📘 Learn more: continence.org.nz/adults-information/diabetes-and-bladder-and-bowel-control
📞 Call us: 0800 650 659
🌍 More about Diabetes Action Month: diabetesactionmonth.org.nz

30/10/2025

💬 Ask Me Anything with Liz Childs, Pelvic Health Physiotherapist

Today, Liz answers one of the most common questions we receive:

👉 “What is a prolapse?”

In this short video, she explains what it is and what symptoms to look out for.

💡 Got a question you’d like answered in our next AMA? Comment below or message us privately - we’d love to hear from you!

💬 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/

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