The Role of the Midwife in Continence Care

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