Discreet Adult Care Info

Did you know that nearly 40 percent of all three year olds wet the bed? I mention this statistic in an effort to reassure parents that bed-wetting is a common occurrence. By ages five or six 15 percent of children will wet the bed and some of those children will continue to wet the bed for a bit longer.

My own son had difficulty staying dry through the whole night. We were surprised because his older brother hadn’t had the same issues. We consulted our sons’ pediatrician who said not to worry because it simply takes some children longer to become more self-aware. In the meantime we bought youth incontinence briefs for our son to wear at night so he didn’t have to worry about any accidents, especially if he had friends over for a sleepover.

Last summer a friend of mine was in a serious car accident. She had to have multiple surgeries and then she spent several months in a rehabilitation re-learning how to walk. I frequently visited her and drove her to appointments.

Many days she felt like crying because of the toll the accident had had on her life. Even seemingly small things like getting to the bathroom on time were difficult. When she confided that detail to me, I went out and bought her Depend disposable underwear. I told her that she could wear them “just in case” and no one would be the wiser. I never asked her if she wore them or not, but the bathroom issue never came up again.

As our parents or grandparents age, it sometimes falls on us to watch after these family members. Whether you are able to invite these family members into your home or you simply check after them in a care facility, it’s necessary for everyone involved to be prepared for what kind of care will be involved. If you find yourself caring for an aging individual, make sure you are made aware of the necessary products you’ll need and how to properly use them.

These products are wide and varied. Depending on the age and condition of your family member, you’ll need everything from incontinence underpads to an adjustable mattress. And don’t be afraid to admit when you’re in over your head. If you no longer feel like you can provide adequate care to your loved one, make sure you immediately contact a hospital, hospice, or other care facility.

Toilet training marks a monumental leap in the life of a young child. In some cases, it’s the first tangible step toward joining the prestigious realm of “big kids.” Parents should bear in mind that children learn faster when they have a stake in the results. Children should be encouraged to graduate to a potty chair, but that doesn’t mean shaming them if a few accidents result.

Most kids are ready to begin potty training by the time they turn 2 years old, if not slightly earlier. It takes some children a bit longer to gain effective bowel and bladder control, so don’t fret if your kid is still in diapers at age 3. If you’re trying to decide precisely when to begin the training, observe your child for signs of self-awareness on the bathroom front. If he or she expresses willingness to use a potty, never be discouraging. Some children experience incontinence and take more time to adjust; the best method for handling these difficulties is to buy youth incontinence briefs and be supportive.

McKesson 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.

Molicare 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.

ALL 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.

Medline 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.

McKesson 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 Adult Diapers are beige in color and have tape tabs that fasten the diaper. This adult diaper is filled with fluff/polymer with elastic gathers around the legs. The wetness Indicator on adult diaper backing is moisture activated and turns from yellow to blue when soiled.

These adult diapers are made for people that experience moderate incontinence problems. Depend Belted Shields add flexibility to your protection with open-sided design which has wide, re-usable, comfortable elastic straps that adjust to fit even large hip sizes (up to 65 inches) and can be removed easily while on the go. They have Ultra ABSORB-LOC® Dry-Touch® Liner helps keep you dry. These adult diapers have a comfortable soft outer cover that gently fits legs and prevents leaks. They come in one size(up to 65 inches)and can be worn with your own underwear to provide additional protection and discretion. Discreet Adult Care sells these adult diapers for $38 for a case of 60 and $71 for a case of 120.