Whats your preferred padding for dealing with Incontinence? Pull-ups, Medical Grade Diapers or ABDL Diapers?

[jonny77]

Personally, I prefer the abdl diapers. They are by far way more absorbent.

 

[jonny77]

ABDL diapers, more capacity, I don't really mind if they peek. I just prefer to wear them on long flights.

How was the furry convention, last night

 

[LittleEnigma]

Personally, I prefer the abdl diapers. They are by far way more absorbent.

Deffo, and really awesome cute designs, Love a waddler overnight or a Little Sailors.

 

[Tenaman]

I wet the bed as a child and occasionally into my teens and in those days it was Terry nappies and plastic pants and a rubber sheet on the bed. Following a spinal injury some 35 years ago I became IC and have worn taped all in one adult nappies ever since I tried a catheter but got constant UTIs. I have tried many brands over the years and have found Tena to be best. I now wear the Tena Slip Active fit Maxi adult nappies 24/7 and at night wear Terry lined waterproof pants from Drylife over the top as I am a heavy wetter. I have also tried adult Terry nappies and waterproof pants in the past but they were not absorbent enough and the washing was a pain.

 

[LittleEnigma]

I refuse to have a catheter, because of the UTI issue. My Urologist constantly tried to get me to use a catheter, but they just increase the likelihood of getting constant UTI. Tena make very good medical diapers.

 

[Finny]

I think the majority of those that are medically ic(including those of on here) has different trends by age they became if but some overlap. Also there isn't a dedicated healthcare provider that knows about continence products most continence nurses in the US when I first got hurt were anti-diaper but even now they try other options and try not to talk about protection (it almost feels like medical marijuana it went from something they couldn't talk about to some would to some don't but I do wish the acceptance would follow)

So like those that because of a separate disability or whatever never got out of diapers and when they got past the avg age of need for diapers if it's medically related or associated with something else and even than IC alone is a disability alot use Medicaid(some use private or both) but Those that get Medicaid usually get diapers provided and unless there is a major issue most stick with them and as I mentioned in a previous post complicated kids are expensive and why most stick.with Medicaid ones and we.states have good offerings, if the other diagnosis doesn't effect cognitive they may be of the era that found better diapers online and may switch as they get older. I do know of few families with special needs that do buy brands like Abena or Molicare for special use.

Usually if you become incont alone or no other causes a lot of people feel shamed and embarrassed and alot try to hide it and most will either get something from a store usually a pull-up but with how internet is alot like the privacy and order online. But it seems for females it's pads to pullups than diapers if needed, Males pull-up to diapers(alot view pads even those for men are feminit product) some will eventually talk to their docs but some will rely on the internet and because of pride and probably embarrassed goes till someone mentions it.

If it is followed by a traumatic injury things like management of it is handled prior to the person being sent home and alot are referred to Medicaid because they do pay for alot more than private insurances. But usually the care team and case manager will make sure the person has everything they need that includes Caths-Diapers and it depends on the injury and healthcare facility like a lot of hospitals don't usually have pads where a rehab does but depending on injury and providers but usually pull-up to diapers

So depending on how or why someome became IC and the type they have it does seem like a good majority have started with cheaper products than usually like Mid-grade your normal Tena, Attends, Tranquility, Medline and depending on need and budget some will search for better products and if a person uses say Medicaid from being on it but some state provide booster pads but usually a cost effective way to improve the Mid-grade medical. But for the mere fact these companies are are still in business I will say that there are probably more people with if that use Mid-grade medical diapers the most but do think many people use a mix.

Currently for me I use Abena L4's with and without Tranquility Boosters(all combo's usually involves these) for most thing these work well, for times when changing is hard, unable to, or longer time in diapers may happen I do use abdl diapers but only use certain ones and like I mentioned in another post my go to are Rearz Inspire+ Nights because there all white but a case will last 2-3 months (me personally I am not an abdl so not really into prints or the babyish and extreme feminine ones, but can make some exceptions so have used alpacas or just tried a pack of Tykables)When I need to change more often, skin reasons or needs I do keep a case or.2.of Smartcore diapers. Currently for the gym I use Seni Super+, I am currently trying few pads vs baby diapers being paralyzed changing is hard as well as I have had ic episodes while changing so will use a prefold or like sz6/7 as a pee shield but find for short periods I can use one and pull it out easy enough wo it's not a full change. Also in my rotation usually if I had been drinking or just feel off I do use cloth diapers at home if honestly depends on needs so like at night usually a fitted diaper with a insert and booster or prefold with a pocket diaper but also can wear 2 fitted and a diaper cover(when comes to cloth diapers covers though pullup pants fit but being paralyzed it's hard to pull them up and change so snap or Velcro type covers are used) I really like cloth just because you can dial them in for need and leaks are usually rare I would like to use the pin on because usually cheaper but after almost 10yrs I still can't pin them on so when I outgrew snappi I switched to snaps or Velcro. But usually have good mix of diapers on hand but all depends on funding or budget for the month

But cloth diapers are like different levels of diapers it wasn't something I did overnight and usually for most besides a rare small range usually everyone learns and educated themselves overtime.very rare someone starts setting and uses abdl or top tier from start. But I don't find alot of the higher end of even alot of abdl diapers to be a practical use besides nighttime & when changes are difficult most try to change regularly and long term use can be bad or lead to potential issues, but for occasional use they are good but everyones budget and needs are different.

Your experience is very interesting. I’ve never encountered drs or nurses who were anti diaper. Most would prefer I were continent but that’s about it

 

[mbby]

If it wasn't for the ABDL's wanting these cute diapers, I don't think manufacturers would have create even better diapers that while cute, are also very effective for those of us that are incontinent.

 

[mbby]

I refuse to have a catheter, because of the UTI issue. My Urologist constantly tried to get me to use a catheter, but they just increase the likelihood of getting constant UTI. Tena make very good medical diapers.

My doctors wanted me to catheter while in the hospital, however, it causes all sorts of side effects. My wife brought my diapers from home and I wore them instead of using a catheter. So much more comfortable.

 

[LittleEnigma]

My doctors wanted me to catheter while in the hospital, however, it causes all sorts of side effects. My wife brought my diapers from home and I wore them instead of using a catheter. So much more comfortable.

Good for you, sometimes you have to take a stand. Diapers are the most effective way of dealing with incontinence in my opinion. You can of coarse get UTI from diapers too, but much less so. Tends to occur more frequently if you don't change often or reuse diapers. I respect Dr's, but i don't always agree with my urologist. I also respect that we are all able to decide for ourselves what works best for us, and what our preferences are.

 

[caffelatte]

Only tabbed diapers. There was a moment I was amazed with Pull-ups.. but a few embarrassing stories later I quickly adjusted my thinking.

 

[LittleEnigma]

Only tabbed diapers. There was a moment I was amazed with Pull-ups.. but a few embarrassing stories later I quickly adjusted my thinking.

Nice,

 

[blueberry]

I am not incontinent but do wet the bed from time to time and have urgency issues. I have found that the only diaper that doesn’t leak on me at night is betterdry. All other diapers ive tried including megamax have leaked especially when I'm on my side.

I wear the all white version instead of crinklz primarily because if an unsuspecting guest or family member where to accidentally stumble upon them, the all white version would prompt less questions.

As for plastic pants or booster pads usually I will wear a booster if going to a movie when I know ill be drinking a lot of fluids. Plastic pants are a last resort and I hardly wear them because I know my limits with the betterdrys and when they need to be changed before a leak.

 

[LittleEnigma]

I am not incontinent but do wet the bed from time to time and have urgency issues. I have found that the only diaper that doesn’t leak on me at night is betterdry. All other diapers ive tried including megamax have leaked especially when I'm on my side.

I wear the all white version instead of crinklz primarily because if an unsuspecting guest or family member where to accidentally stumble upon them, the all white version would prompt less questions.

As for plastic pants or booster pads usually I will wear a booster if going to a movie when I know ill be drinking a lot of fluids. Plastic pants are a last resort and I hardly wear them because I know my limits with them and when they need to be changed before a leak.

Cool, always wear what's right for you, and your needs. You don't need to be incontinent to wear a diaper or apologise for doing so.

 

[ParaRomeo]

Your experience is very interesting. I’ve never encountered drs or nurses who were anti diaper. Most would prefer I were continent but that’s about it

So my experience could be different as most of docs & specialist I first saw treated those with spinal cord injury and other Neuro stuff. Diapers were or are considered bad because on spinal cord patients skin issues can happen and where alot don't have sensation a simple diaper rash could turn bad. So I think the anti-diaper is more because of potential skin issues which can happen. But what I found odd because of fecal ic I was always diapered when Foley was found to be cause of UTI's it was removed and when I was on full care if I didn't wet while being changed I was usually straight cathed usually very little. But they tried to get me out of diapers but cathing caused infections but even(I honestly hoped to be out of them)but I won't lie I know some that cath and still wear protection as a backup and that's the thing at one point I was cathing every 1-2hrs but diaper was usually wet but I do know some that cath and honestly for me with memory issues I would be screwed alot cath q 2-4hrs though little easier seems like both suck but with good padding you can go 4-6hrs

But even after I got out of hospital and even rehab I remember once going back for pneumonia years later and was unexpected so I didn't have my go bag and was waiting for someone to bring me stuff but when I asked the nurses for diapers I was asked if I was lazy and didn't cath and even had times being legit paralyzed asking a nurse for help changing to be ask if I was too lazy I will say there are less Nurse Ratchets now like the old school nurses have retired but skin care is so huge and it is why even my primary doctor checks my skin every few months. I have had some facilities after I could care for myself refuse to let me because they were responsible for skincare and if I got say even a diaper rash they would get into trouble.

But like I said diapers used along with disabilities is really different from just incont because even in say non-verbal or developmental delayed like no or decreased sensation something small can get worse also in full care or facilities a pressure sore or diaper rash can or could be sign of neglect and it can be like a diabetic with wounds and sores if not treated promptly infection can lead to sepsis which can lead to death. But I talked to someone last yr similar injury but he cathed or used a Foley and had working bowel program he was obsessed with pressure reliefs like me and he did everything he was 8yrs post injury when he got a pressure sore and was on 8 weeks full care and bed rest so I might be paranoid about rashes but I am all set with full care, bed rest of even being forced to stay in a facility I enjoy my adult life way to much.

 

[LittleEnigma]

So my experience could be different as most of docs & specialist I first saw treated those with spinal cord injury and other Neuro stuff. Diapers were or are considered bad because on spinal cord patients skin issues can happen and where alot don't have sensation a simple diaper rash could turn bad. So I think the anti-diaper is more because of potential skin issues which can happen. But what I found odd because of fecal ic I was always diapered when Foley was found to be cause of UTI's it was removed and when I was on full care if I didn't wet while being changed I was usually straight cathed usually very little. But they tried to get me out of diapers but cathing caused infections but even(I honestly hoped to be out of them)but I won't lie I know some that cath and still wear protection as a backup and that's the thing at one point I was cathing every 1-2hrs but diaper was usually wet but I do know some that cath and honestly for me with memory issues I would be screwed alot cath q 2-4hrs though little easier seems like both suck but with good padding you can go 4-6hrs

But even after I got out of hospital and even rehab I remember once going back for pneumonia years later and was unexpected so I didn't have my go bag and was waiting for someone to bring me stuff but when I asked the nurses for diapers I was asked if I was lazy and didn't cath and even had times being legit paralyzed asking a nurse for help changing to be ask if I was too lazy I will say there are less Nurse Ratchets now like the old school nurses have retired but skin care is so huge and it is why even my primary doctor checks my skin every few months. I have had some facilities after I could care for myself refuse to let me because they were responsible for skincare and if I got say even a diaper rash they would get into trouble.

But like I said diapers used along with disabilities is really different from just incont because even in say non-verbal or developmental delayed like no or decreased sensation something small can get worse also in full care or facilities a pressure sore or diaper rash can or could be sign of neglect and it can be like a diabetic with wounds and sores if not treated promptly infection can lead to sepsis which can lead to death. But I talked to someone last yr similar injury but he cathed or used a Foley and had working bowel program he was obsessed with pressure reliefs like me and he did everything he was 8yrs post injury when he got a pressure sore and was on 8 weeks full care and bed rest so I might be paranoid about rashes but I am all set with full care, bed rest of even being forced to stay in a facility I enjoy my adult life way to much.

Really sorry you have had a tough time. I hope you are able to find the best solution that works for you. It's sad you were made to feel uncomfortable by the nurses/Dr for asking for diapers. Being permanently incontinent carries a high risk of UTI, i have experienced UTI myself, and its's not nice, but fortunately a corse of antibiotics clear it up. Hope you are feeling better, and free to make choices yourself as to what works best for you.

 

[Diaper4Life247]

Hi as someone with permanent urinary incontinence I wear all 3 forms of padding, usually pull-ups during the day, as they are more discreet, but they don't hold that much, between changes. I love to wear an ABDL Diaper at night because they tend to hold larger volumes, being much thicker. I also love the little designs. ABDL Diapers are fairly new to me, as is an ABDL lifestyle. I wish i had discovered both sooner. What is your preferred padding for dealing with incontinence?

Diapers all the way preferably plastic back there's nothing like the comfort and the protection

 

[LittleEnigma]

Diapers all the way preferably plastic back there's nothing like the comfort and the protection

 

[Bigt84015]

I have a Crinklz diapers that I love then I would order Northshore MegaMax diapers are more popular than medical diapers are thin absorbed capacity.

Yeah they are the ones I use. I just wake up in the morning with a damp night shrt so i5s not like I'm super soked but I battle depression and wet night clothes are a trigger as wired as that sounds. Also pp-ing on the floor during a diaper change or not making it to the potty for #2. I'm starting to accept that I'm bowle ic so the is getting easier. I just go hide under the covers all day when my triggers depress me. Also falling down is something that sends me down that road to cause I have cp so I fall alot. Sorry I rambled just to get things out

 

[mattk]

I just wear diapers from Medicaid with booster of inserts. This never changes. It’s always tranquility smartcore. When trying to use then ATN ones at least at night, it was uncomfortable and caused more leaking because the tapes were very different which made them harder to put on correctly.

For me, pull ups don’t usually fit well and tend to feel itchy. And haven’t tried the ad ones, but probably don’t want to a going so Long between changes would be uncomfortable.

The supplier I use says plastic-backed diapers are not covered by Medicaid anymore. I used to get plastic-backed Tranquility diapers from the last place I used, but then they no longer carried them. I am in Illinois, how do you get those? Currently I use Prevail Nu-Fits with a booster, covered by my insurance

 

[DLJosie]

i have worn medical grade diapers a few times but i prefer the abdl ones as they are a lot mor thicker and feel a lot better onme xxx