From 2 to 6 September, women’s health steps into the spotlight. We’ve put together resources, stories, and podcasts for every day during Women’s Health Week – we’ve even got a bladder control self-assessment questionnaire. While you’re here, why not take a wander around the rest of our website? You’ll find information, resources…and a sisterhood the goes against the flow!
Your core – it’s more than just tummy muscles
Bladder leakage: not just a ‘senior’s problem’
The truth about farts, constipation and why you pee when you sneeze
It’s time to talk about ‘below the belt health’
Rhiannon’s Story -Prioritise the things you love
10 body and sex facts that will change your life forever!
Should I lift and squeeze or see a Health Pro?
Nine ways to reverse exhaustion
Christin’s story – incontinence isn’t just a senior’s problem (podcast)
Incontinence Prevention – it’s all about healthy habits!
Boost your mood with these mind nourishing foods
iWorkout: the pelvic floor exercise routine you can start today
Bladder control: Self-assessment questionnaire
- Do you sometimes feel you have not completely emptied your bladder?
- Do you have to rush to use the toilet?
- Do you wake up twice or more during the night to go to the toilet?
- Do you leak before you get to the toilet?
- Do you plan your daily routine around where the nearest toilet is?
- Do you leak when you laugh or sneeze?
- Do you leak when you lift something heavy?
- Do you leak when you exercise?
- Do you leak when you change from a seated or lying position to a standing position?
If you answered ‘yes’ to any of these questions, talk to a health professional. There is help available, call the National Continence Helpline on 1800 33 00 66.
