Pelvic floor fact sheet Photo: Sandy Scheltema
Tips for a healthy pelvic floor
- 1. Avoid heavy lifting.
- 2. Perform pelvic floor exercises every day.
- 3. Avoid constipation through diet and by drinking water.
- 4. Try not to go to the toilet "just in case". Learn to wait until you have 250-300ml in your bladder.
- 5. Learn the correct toilet position and avoid slumping and straining.
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