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Make Shift Diaper Bag

Thursday, December 15, 2011

Have you ever noticed how much stuff babies need? This past Thanksgiving we spent the holiday weekend at my mother’s home a few states over. My husband packed the car to the gills with things we needed for our baby boy: play pen, crib, car seat, toys and more.

Of course, the one thing we forgot was the diaper bag! By the time we realized this it was too late to turn the car around. We made a pit stop at a grocery store and I picked up extra wipes, diapers, and baby powder. I also purchased Depend disposable pads to use in place of the changing mat that had been left behind.


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Expect The Unexpected

Wednesday, September 21, 2011

As we get older our bodies seem to tire out. Whether it is from just getting older, or having the joy of becoming a mommy, these are just a couple of scenarios.  What we once were able to do is not so easy. This really pertains to our joints and bladders. It can be quit embarrassing if  you aren’t prepared for the unexpected.

Fortunately there are things that we can do to make sure that though accidents happen you can at least be prepared for it. Depend disposable briefs are one of those things that you can wear that will ensure you are safe from embarrassment.


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Another Alternative To Adult Depends

Thursday, July 07, 2011

When you have to wear adult diapers, you can feel like you are being hindered on what you can do. As well as what you can wear. It can make a person feel very self conscious. It is hard enough to realize that you even have to wear adult depends.

The great thing about the way things go today is that everything evolves. Since the industry of adult diapers recognizes how trying it can be for people they have made accommodations for depend adult diapers. There are adult depend disposable underwear that you can purchase instead. It has the same feel as underwear and the same support as a diaper. It is quit remarkable.


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Dealing with Night Terrors

Thursday, February 17, 2011

Elderly patients aren’t the only people who deal with nighttime incontinence. Young children, especially those who are being potty trained, often have trouble knowing when they need to use the bathroom at night. In my son’s case, he went through a night terror phase. His dreams would scare him so badly that he was wetting the bed once or twice a week.

Until we got to the root of his fears, we needed a solution to keeping the bed protected from nighttime accidents. Our pediatrician recommended using Depend disposable pads. We placed a disposable bed between the mattress and the top sheet, and when an accident occurred all we had to do was toss the sheets into the wash and the disposable pad into the trash. No more trying to soak up urine or scrub out stains from the mattress!


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You’re Only as Old as You Feel

Wednesday, October 06, 2010

Some people view retirement as the end of one of life’s greatest chapters. Personally, my career has never defined me as a person. I’m much more likely to be identified with my love for family and my passionate interests in travel, cooking and painting. I’ve honestly never been more content, but it can be a challenge to keep from falling into a rut. I begin each day with some physical exercise, and then the possibilities are endless.

Over the years, I’ve watched the health of many of my friends deteriorate, as they’ve increasingly need caregivers to help change their Depend briefs, cook dinner and tidy up around the house. While a few of my friends are too timid and set in their ways to leave their comfort zones, I’m constantly challenging myself with new hobbies and senior activities. As long as you’re healthy and possess a sound mind and body, there’s no reason to waste valuable time. I would suggest signing up for a class at a community college or booking a trip to an exotic locale – anything to shake things up and reaffirm a sense of excitement.


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Coping with Incontinence

Friday, May 07, 2010

For people suffering with incontinence issues, it can be difficult to know where to turn for answers. It certainly isn’t a topic that people would prefer to talk about, but it is necessary. Many people with incontinence issues think that they are the only ones, but the truth of the matter is that over 25 million people in the United States alone are suffering from incontinence.

While it is most common in people over 50 years old, incontinence can be an issue for younger people as well. There are myriad causes of incontinence, but weak bladder muscles, stroke and other diseases are some of the most common culprits. Luckily, several products can help you manage the condition, including Depend disposable briefs and pads.


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McKesson STAY DRY PERFORMANCE PROTECTIVE UNDERWEAR

Thursday, January 07, 2010

mckesson-underwearMcKesson Incontinence Brand Products meets the highest industry standards for the last 150 years. Before any delivery of a McKesson Brand product, each item undergoes rigorous evaluation by a team of clinicians, as well as numerous quality control checks during and after the manufacturing process. McKesson Offers Adult Diapers (Briefs), Protective Underwear, Disposable Under-pads and Wipes/Wash-clothes, various Creams and Washes. The McKesson STAY DRY PERFORMANCE PROTECTIVE UNDERWEAR are latex-free with a breathable cloth-like cover and comfortable waist band that gives the feel of regular underwear. This protective underwear has side seams fasteners and a super absorbent stay-dry core which quickly wicks away wetness and order. This disposable protective underwear can be purchased at discreet Adult Care for $48/case.


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MOLICARE CLASSIC PLUS Adult Diapers

Tuesday, January 05, 2010

medline-classic-plus-adult-diapersMolicare Classic Plus Adult Diapers provide protection for patients with heavy incontinence by using an odor-neutralizing absorbent core and comfort stretch backing for maximum functionality and comfort. These adult diapers have new anti-leak cuffs that provide superior containment. The classic adult diaper has dual tapes for refastening and new high tech 3-part absorbent core for added dryness. It’s discreet profile is designed for dignity and comfort. These adult diapers can be purchased at Discreet Adult Care in Small, Medium/Large and X-Large. The small size has 120/case for $65, the Medium/Large size has 120/case for $67 and the X-large has 120/case for $76.


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Attends Bariatric Adult Diaper Information

Monday, January 04, 2010

attends-bariatric-breifsALL PaperPak® products are Latex Free including the Attends Bariatric Adult Diaper. The side panels are breathable to allow more air flow for drier skin, and stretchable to provide a tailored fit for a waist size up to 90 inches. Because this adult diaper is so large, it has wider Easy-Fit Tapes to cover the larger surface area. Attends Bariatric Adult Diaper contains Perma-Dry® fibers that channel fluid throughout the brief for reduced pH levels, ultimate skin wellness, dryness, and odor control. Attends Perma-Dry® fibers provide three beneficial effects to achieve SDO: 1) They stabilize the pH of urine in the range of 4.0 to 5.0, which retards the growth of bacteria, reducing skin irritation and infection and maintaining skin wellness, 2) The unique design of the core provides increased resiliency and continues to function even after multiple voids for maximum dryness, and 3) Reducing the pH of the urine also reduces the growth of odor-causing bacteria and ammonia for odor. Size: XX-Large Plus (70-90 Inches) Quantity: 32/case, 4 bags of 8 PaperPak® cans be purchased at Discreet Adult Care for $72/case. Other Attends® products such as briefs, pull-ons, pads, undergarments, underpads, and washcloths can also be purchased at Discreet Adult Care.


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Medline Bariatric Adult Diaper

Wednesday, December 30, 2009

medline-bariatric-diaperMedline Bariatric Adult Diaper has stretchable side “wings” that help provide proper and comfortable fit. The blue dryness layer helps prevent moisture from touching skin and the ultra-absorbent core keeps moisture away from the skin. These Adult Diapers have dual-tape closures that allow for multiple re-fastenings and a soft polyethylene back cover that protects clothing from leakage. The wetness indicator displays when the adult diaper change is needed. These Bariatric Adult Diapers can be purchased at Discreet Adult Care for $115 for a case of 32. The waist size of these adult diapers goes from 65″ to 95 inches.


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