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Topic
Resource Type
Pelvic Floor Health for Expectant and New Mums
Type
Booklet

PDF


This booklet talks about pelvic floor health and how it helps with bladder and bowel control, otherwise known as continence, as well as pelvic organ support and sexual function during pregnancy and after childbirth.

Pelvic floor muscles that work well reduce the risk of losing control of your bladder and bowel, particularly during pregnancy, and assists with faster
recovery after childbirth.

It covers:
- lifestyle habits to prevent or manage incontinence during pregnancy and after childbirth
- the role of your pelvic floor muscles and how to exercise them during pregnancy and after childbirth
- frequently asked questions on related topics.

This booklet also provides information on where to get help if you experience bladder or bowel control problems, pelvic organ prolapse and sexual pain.

Pelvic Floor Muscle Exercises - Easy English
Type
Booklet

PDF


Pelvic floor muscles help to control bladder and bowel function. This booklet explains where the pelvic floor muscles are located, what causes them to weaken and how regular pelvic floor exercises can help strengthen them.

Pelvic Floor Muscle Exercises for Women
Type
Brochure

PDF


For Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander women living in rural and remote communities, this brochure explains the importance of pelvic floor muscles in maintaining good bladder and bowel control. It explains why pelvic floor muscles weaken, who is at risk and how pelvic floor muscles can be strengthened through regular exercises.

Pelvic Floor Screening Tool for Men
Type
Fact sheet

PDF


This short screening tool is designed for men to check if at risk of pelvic floor problems. It also advises men to ensure their exercise program is pelvic floor friendly. Takes 5 minutes to complete.

Pelvic Floor Screening Tool for Women
Type
Fact sheet

PDF


This short screening tool is designed for women to check if at risk of pelvic floor problems. It also advises women to ensure their exercise program is pelvic floor friendly. Takes 5 minutes to complete.

Poster - Protect your pelvic floor and stay in control
Type
Poster

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A poster promoting pelvic floor friendly exercises.

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Last Updated: Wed 14, Feb 2024
Last Reviewed: Sun 22, Mar 2020