Personal Stories

You are not alone. Watch, listen, and read these personal stories from New Zealanders who have lived experience with bladder and/or bowel continence issues.

Emma's personal story
Want to share your story? We are always looking for people who are comfortable to share their story with us. If you are interested, please email toni@continence.org.nz.

Emma

An Auckland mum and grandmother, who spent more than two decades trying to live with incontinence, encourages others to get the help they need and to stop missing out on life.

Jenny-May and Kaz

Jenny-May Clarkson and her buddy Kaz sit down with Continence Educator Janet Thackray for a relaxed chat, to share their experiences and find out what's normal and when you should be asking for help.

Rob

Rob is a 32-year-old man who shares his experience with urinary incontinence over the past year, including what he struggled with most and what he found helpful.

Claire

Claire is a 71-year-old woman who shares her experience living with incontinence for decades, and what she did to resolve it.

Emily

A case study for parents and carers based on Emily, a girl with developmental delay, struggling with ongoing issues with soiling and wetting.

Peter

Especially for parents and carers, this case study is based on a real story of how Peter, a boy with autism, was able to overcome chronic constipation.
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