Continence NZ

Empowering people affected by incontinence to thrive

Continence NZ provides education, information, advocacy and support for people living with incontinence, caregivers, health professionals and the general public.

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Toilet Card

Finding a toilet when out and about can be a challenge for people with bladder or bowel problems. It could even discourage some people from going out altogether.

Our Toilet Card clearly states that the holder has a medical condition and needs to use a toilet quickly. Most places you visit will be willing to help you.

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Pregnancy Guide

Download a free digital Pregnancy Guide. Continence NZ has put together this guide with help from pelvic health physiotherapists. The aim is to educate people about bladder and bowel control (also known as continence) in pregnancy and after childbirth. Pregnancy may be the first time you hear about the pelvic floor. There are often no problems prior to pregnancy so it’s not talked about...

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World Continence Week 2024:
Take the Pelvic Floor Challenge!

Our latest World Continence Week campaign was held from 17–23 June 2024, and we focused on pelvic health. We reminded and motivated you to do your pelvic floor exercises during World Continence Week by encouraging you to Take the Pelvic Floor Challenge!...

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10,000+

People Impacted

15.000+

Volunteer Hours

17M+

Funds Raised

75+

Projects Completed

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Free Resources
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Continence Guide for Carers

Includes toileting help for adults and children with additional needs. Also inside: webinar links, videos and resources in multiple languages.
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Pelvic Health Video Guide

Includes our busting the myths series! Also inside: resources, videos, tips and activity sheets to help support a range of ages and needs.

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Free On-demand
Webinar Series

Our popular Toilet Tactics for our Tamariki webinar series is presented by Paediatric Continence Nurse Lisa Smith, who has more than 35 years of experience working with children and young people.

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