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30 May 2022... Many women leak urine or wet themselves when they cough, sneeze or exercise (this is called stress incontinence). While there are many treatments to try first, some women need to have surgery for this problem.

01 Jun 2024... Information for patients and families on pelvic organ prolapse and how to manage it. 

01 May 2025... Your pelvic floor is a group of muscles and ligaments that support your bladder, uterus (womb), and bowel. Exercising these muscles every day helps keep them strong and prevents weakness. 

30 Aug 2025... The document explains how to keep your pelvic floor muscles strong. The floor of the pelvis is made up of layers of muscle and other tissues. These layers stretch like a hammock from the tailbone at the back, to the pubic bone in front.

01 Jun 2016... A translated resource for pregnant women who may be experiencing problems with bladder and bowel control. The resource covers information such as how to know when there is a problem, likelihood of getting bladder and bowel problems, having caesarean births and information on pelvic floor muscles.

01 Jun 2016... The document explains what is a vaginal (or pelvic organ) prolapse is.

01 Aug 2018... A trial of void is a test to check bladder function. This is an instructional fact sheet for patients of the Royal Women's Hospital Melbourne explaining the procedure.

01 Mar 2022... Information for patients and families on how to complete a bladder diary. Translated bladder diary templates are available in corresponding languages. The purpose of the bladder diary is to measure:  What fluids you are drinking  How much you are drinking  How often you are using your bladder and how much urine you are passing  Any accidents or leakage of urine

01 Jun 2021... A video that explains men's incontinence and help that is available.

01 Apr 2021... Normal bowel function is important for avoiding unnecessary strain on the pelvic floor muscles, which can result in other bowel and bladder symptoms. It is important to avoid constipation.