Bladder and bowel care in childbirth
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Bladder and bowel care during pregnancy, labour and after birth is essential for a woman’s physical and emotional wellbeing.
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This resource is aimed at nurses and nursing support workers across all settings and levels of practice, including students of health, social work and care professions.
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Heather
Randle
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Resource last reviewed 28/10/2025
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