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Expecting a baby?
This resource explains that bladder and bowel control changes are common during pregnancy due to hormonal changes and pressure from the growing baby. Women may experience urinary leakage, urgency, or constipation.
It provides practical advice on preventing and managing symptoms, including pelvic floor muscle exercises, healthy bladder and bowel habits, staying active, eating enough fibre, and drinking adequate fluids. Seeking advice from a doctor, midwife or pelvic health physiotherapist is recommended if problems occur.
Support and further information are available through the National Continence Helpline (1800 33 00 66).
- Organisation:
- Continence Health Australia
- Target audience:
- Women
- Service area:
- National
- Published:
- August 2025
- Last reviewed:
- April 2026
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