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This course has been designed for Midwives to enable them to work with women throughout their pregnancy to reduce their risk of developing incontinence. 

The course has 4 modules covering:

1. Normal function of the pelvic organs and the effects of pregnancy:
   • Anatomy and physiology of the lower urinary tract
   • Anatomy and physiology of the lower bowel
   • Effects of pregnancy on the pelvis and pelvic organs
2. Continence problems during pregnancy:
   • Types of incontinence
   • Understanding the effects of incontinence
   • Assessing the risk of incontinence
3. Intra-partum continence care:
   • Understanding and managing the risks to the bladder and bowel during childbirth
   • Delivery related complications and pelvic health
4. Post-partum continence care:
   • Childbirth related complications that can affect continence
   • Helping women to navigate initial postpartum