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Continence Health Australia

Continence Health Australia is a not-for-profit organisation and the national lead body for incontinence prevention, management, education, awareness, information and advocacy.

Vision and mission

Continence health for people of all ages in Australia. They believe everyone deserves the opportunity to live confidently, comfortably, and free from the challenges that often accompany continence issues.

How Continence Health Australia can help

Continence Health Australia commits to:

  • Raising awareness about incontinence
  • Providing trusted information, support and education
  • Advocating for better services, funding and policies
  • Breaking down misconceptions to foster a more inclusive and understanding community

Information lines / help lines

  • Call the National Continence Helpline on 1800 33 00 66, Mon to Fri, 8am to 8pm AEST
  • This is a free and confidential service staffed by Nurse Continence Specialists who provide advice, referrals and resources about incontinence to consumers, carers and health professionals. The Helpline can also be accessed via the Telephone Interpreter Service on 131 450.

Programs, apps and tools

  • National Public Toilet Map shows the location of more than 24,200 public and private public facilities across Australia, including toilets, adult change and baby care.
  • Information is provided about each toilet, such as location, accessibility details, opening hours and features like sharps disposal and showers.
  • The National Public Toilet Map improves independence and quality of life for the estimated 7.2 million Australians who are affected by incontinence. It is also convenient for people with young families and those holidaying or travelling to new locations.

Recommended links

This information was originally published on healthdirect - Continence Health Australia.

Last reviewed: June 2025

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Pelvic floor exercises for women | Working your pelvic floor · Pelvic Floor First

Pelvic floor exercises for women. The first step in performing pelvic floor muscle exercises is to identify the correct muscles. There are several ways which may help

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The pelvic floor and core · The pelvic floor · Pelvic Floor First

The pelvic floor muscles form the base of the group of muscles commonly called the ‘core’.

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Ever had a baby · Who's at risk · Pelvic Floor First

Pelvic floor muscles take time to get back to their usual state after the birth.

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The pelvic floor · Pelvic Floor First

The pelvic floor is the base of the group of muscles referred to as your ‘core'.

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Pregnant or postnatal · Who's at risk? · Pelvic Floor First

Pregnancy and childbirth can have a lasting effect on your pelvic floor muscle fitness.

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The Abdominal Brace · Core exercises · Pelvic Floor First

The Abdominal Brace. Pelvic floor friendly exercises, Core exercises, The Abdominal Brace. ‘Brace your abs’, ‘Lock on your core’, ‘Switch on your core’. These are all popular phrases used in group exercises classes and by personal trainers.

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The pelvic floor and core exercises · Pelvic floor friendly exercises · Pelvic Floor First

The pelvic floor muscles form the base of the group of muscles commonly called the ‘core’.

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Constipation | Faecal incontinence| Continence Health Australia (formerly the Continence Foundation of Australia)

Constipation is the passing of hard, dry bowel motions (stools) that may be infrequent or difficult to pass. Dietary tips for managing constipation

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Resources · Where to get help · Pelvic Floor First

We offer a wide range of free information resources for fitness professionals and consumers.

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How long can you plank? · Core exercises · Pelvic Floor First

How long can you plank? The plank – an exercise where you hold your body off the floor with your elbows and toes, is a commonly used exercise to ‘work the core’. Often a test for how long you can stay in this position is used to see how ‘strong your core is’.

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