Which is front of depends?

It seems no two manufacturers use the same language to describe their products. What's "moderate protection" to some is "heavy protection" to others.

To help you sort it out, we’ve developed a standardized Total Capacity Rating system that we use across all brands and incontinence products we sell.

At a glance, the rating shows a product’s ability to absorb and hold bladder and bowel leakage.

Let's talk specifics. Did you know that adults pass an average of 1 cup (8 ounces or 237 ml) of urine at a time?

Kids are different - there's a calculation based on their age. Look for the "Urine Output Calculation" section to learn more.

For adults, 1 cup is what's considered a 'full' pee (or, 'void' if you prefer).

When shopping for incontinence products, there are three ways of looking at a person's absorbency needs:

This is where it becomes critical for you to decide what you're looking for, based on your needs. Are you looking for protection against:

Understanding the protection you need - which can also change over time - is the key to picking the right product. Perhaps you need LIGHT protection during the day but MAXIMUM protection overnight. We've explained what each rating level means below:

Watch for the rating on every product listing on our site to make sure the products you choose are right for you.

Slight protection refers to products including disposable panty liners or men's shields that adhere to underwear. They have the capacity to absorb and hold up to 8 ounces (1 cup or 237ml) of bladder leakage over the course of a day (think occasional drips or dribbles).

Light protection products include more absorbent pads or liners that adhere to underwear and some disposable protective underwear. These products can absorb and hold up to 16 ounces (2 cups or 474ml) of bladder leakage.

Moderate protection products include full-length pads held in place by adhesive strips and/or snug underwear, disposable protective pull-up underwear and some adult diapers. Adult diapers open at the sides and are held in place with tape or 'tabs'. These products have the capacity to absorb and hold up to 24 ounces (3 cups or 710ml) of bladder or bowel leakage.

Heavy protection products include some disposable protective underwear and most adult diapers. They have the capacity to absorb up to 30 ounces (3.75 cups or 887ml) of bladder or bowel leakage.

Maximum protection products include some disposable protective underwear and most adult diapers. These products are ideal for for severe, daytime incontinence. They have a capacity to absorb up to 34 ounces (4.25 cups or 1 litre) of bladder or bowel leakage.

Maximum Plus protection products include specialized disposable protective underwear and specialized adult diapers and are offered by a limited number of brands. These products are ideal for for severe, overnight incontinence. They have a capacity to absorb up to 40 or more ounces (5 cups or 1.2 litres) of bladder and bowel leakage.

Are you looking for an effective way to manage adult incontinence? Have you tried different solutions without any success? If so, you are not alone. Today, millions of people suffer from different forms of incontinence. The National Association for Incontinence says urinary Incontinence affects 200 million people worldwide.

Managing adult incontinence is tough for the individual, their family, and for caregivers as well. Many patients suffer mental stress due to stigmatization. Others withdraw from active lifestyles leading to more health complications. This is why you need to identify the most effective incontinence protection.

Using a disposable adult pull up diaper has emerged as one of the best ways to manage incontinence. These products are readily available on the market. Diaper brands now use cutting-edge technology in the manufacture of their products, to provide better absorption, odor control, more comfort, and user safety.

However, you can only enjoy these benefits if you wear the diaper correctly. Whether you want to buy one for yourself or for someone in your care, it is important to learn how to put on a disposable pull-up diaper. This guarantees maximum incontinence protection, comfort, and discreetness.

There is a wide range of incontinence products to choose from in the market. Making the right choice can become overwhelming. To make things easier, consider the benefits of any incontinence protection you choose. There are several advantages of going for a disposable pull-up diaper. These include:

1. Comfort: Pull-up diapers look and feel like ordinary underwear. They are easy to wear and change. They feel natural to wear, and you can continue with your normal life comfortably.

2. High absorbency: The best disposable pull-up diapers leverage the best polymer technology. This guarantees you stay safe while wearing these diapers. The material used quickly wicks away any liquid that comes in contact with it.

3. Eco-friendly: The best disposable diapers are biodegradable. They are safe for the environment.

4. Hygienic: Wearing a disposable pull-up diaper is a hygienic option, as it does not involve washing. You just need to fold the soiled diaper and dispose of it properly.

5. Odor protection: The best pull-up diapers feature odor protection technology. You will enjoy peace of mind while wearing these pull-up diapers. They keep wetness and odor tightly locked in until the next change.

6. Discreet: Disposable pull-up diapers are lightweight, high absorbent, and the material does not rustle. This means that they are discreet and can be worn comfortably to work or any other place. These diapers come in all sizes, and you should consider ordering free samples to find the right fit.

While the best disposable adult pull up diaper guarantees incontinence protection and comfort, it can only work when worn properly. Wearing a disposable pull-on diaper correctly prevents leaks and other embarrassing incidences in public. It also ensures comfort while walking or at night.

The last thing you want is for people to notice your diaper peeking out from your skirt or trouser. This makes it crucial to learn how to put these diapers on correctly.

To enjoy the comprehensive range of benefits that these diapers provide, here are some steps and tips on how to wear them.

1. Pick the Right Fit

Many adult diaper users experience problems with their diapers because they wear the wrong size. A very large diaper is ineffective and can cause leaks. On the other hand, a very tight diaper is uncomfortable and inhibits movement. Choosing the right diaper size is the first thing you do when learning how to use this form of incontinence protection.

You should also consider the level of incontinence that the product is designed to handle, to ensure it suits your needs. To get the right diaper size, measure your hips at their widest point just below the navel. Different brands have size charts, and others offer free samples to help you find the right fit.

2. Prepare the adult diaper

Unruffle the leak guards from the cling inside the diaper’s containment zone. You should not touch the inside of the diaper when preparing it to avoid contaminating it.

3. Wearing the Diaper (unassisted)

Start by inserting one of your legs into the top of the diaper and pull it up a bit. Repeat the process for the other leg and pull the diaper up slowly. This works just like it would with any other pants. It works easily for unassisted users. The taller side of the diaper should be worn towards the back. Move the diaper around and ensure it is comfortable. Ensure it fits properly in the groin area. It is important to ensure that the containment zone is in contact with the body. This activates the chemicals on the diaper for odor control and guarantees effective absorption of any liquids.

4. Wearing the diaper (assisted application)

If you are a caregiver, you will find pull-up disposable diapers convenient to use. They are easy to use and require fewer changes. What’s more, they are not messy, and provide both the caregiver and the patient with a comfortable experience. You can assist your patient in wearing a pull-up diaper while they are sitting or lying.

The soiled diaper by tearing off the sides and disposing off it properly. You should clean and dry the patient’s groin area and apply powder to avoid skin infection. Always take care not to touch the inside of the diaper. the area is ready, you will lift the wearer’s leg and insert it to the largest opening of the diaper. Pull the diaper up a bit and repeat the process for the other leg.

Once the diaper is on both legs, ask the patient to turn on their side. It is easier to slide the diaper upwards up to the area below the groin. Help your patient to lift the waist section as you set the diaper into position. The patient can now lie on their back as you position the diaper correctly.

Depend is a brand of absorbent, disposable underwear and undergarments for people with urinary or fecal incontinence. It is a Kimberly-Clark brand, and positions its products as an alternative to typical adult diapers. Depend is the dominant brand of disposable incontinence garments in the United States with a 49.4 share of the market.[1]

The aggressive marketing of this product has been credited in reducing the serious social stigma of incontinence.[2]

Kimberly-Clark has been making Huggies disposable diapers for infants since 1978.[3] In 1984,[1] the Depend products for adults were introduced, pioneering the retail incontinence category in the United States.[4]

Depend was originally test marketed as the Conform brand in Green Bay, WI. The original products begun being made in 1983 and were liners, available in regular and extra absorbencies. They could be worn inside underwear or alone, and were held on by small elastic belts. In 1984, Depend Shields were added for slight incontinence in regular and extra absorbencies. These were intended for moderate to heavy bladder incontinence. Beginning in 1985, fitted briefs for heavy to complete bladder incontinence as well as bowel incontinence were added. The briefs were made in youth, small, medium and large. There were various sizes in terms of packaging as well for all three lines of products. The briefs had a green plastic cover while in the undergarments and shields the green plastic was covered with a thin cloth like cover. In 1987, the undergarments were made in both cloth like non-woven covers and plastic covers. The products were sold in large, cardboard boxes initially.

The padding was originally similar to what had been used for disposable baby diapers like Huggies. In 1988, all Depend products began to use an Absorb-Lock core which turns to a gel when wet as baby diapers began using this as well. In 1992, Depend Briefs were made in two different absorbencies, regular and overnight. The sizes were revamped to youth/small, medium and large. In 1998, Depend added Pull Up Adult Disposable Underwear to their offerings. Initially, this was clothlike and had absorbency down in the middle and was not recommended for night-time use. They had two sizes, medium and large. In 2000, Depend Briefs went through a huge change. They began to be made in white with a very slight green tint. They were still made in regular and night-time absorbencies. Sizes remained the same.

In 1998, 3 dimensional pull-on underwear were introduced and these completely replace adult diaper style 'briefs' that had tape tab closures. They offered consumer a product which fit and looked much more like regular underwear. In 2001, refastenable disposable underwear that was pull up style with a tearable area on each side of the brief and tapes to convert to a tape on disposable brief. These were cloth like but had absorbency all the way up the front and all the way in the back with similar protection and absorbency to the fitted brief that was plastic backed. The other Depend Underwear products became more absorbent in 2005. In 2002, the Depend Booster pad was added as a product to add absorbency to any depend product.

That year, the Depend shields were phased out due to their other product, Poise pads, used for slight female incontinence. That year, the male guard was added for minor male incontinence. In 2005, the Depend Briefs were renamed. The regular absorbency continued while the overnight absorbency was now called "Maximum Protection".

The product was originally unisex in style; in March 2009, Depend introduced gender-specific adult underwear in the United States and Canada. Depend Underwear for Men and Depend Underwear for Women replaced the existing unisex adult underwear on store shelves nationwide.[5] Also that year the booster pads and undergarment liners were discontinued. Depend now had the Poise pads, male guards, gender specific disposable underwear, refastenable Underwear that remained unisex, and the fitted brief that was unisex. The fitted brief now had one absorbency and was now called "Maximum Protection". They remained plastic backed while the other products kept the cloth like cover they had always had.

In 2012 the company introduced very slender brief-style products, Silhouette for Women and Real Fit for Men, aimed at the Baby Boomer market.[1] Also, the male guards were changed as well. They now had two absorbencies. One is the shield that is very thin for minor drips and intended for simple protection for continent boys and men that drip after using the bathroom. The Depend Guards for Men have more absorbency and are used for slight to moderate surges. Both are designed for brief style underwear. The Men's Underwear began being offered in grey as well as white and eventually only in grey. The women's underwear is now offered in a light tan as well as black. The refastenable Underwear remained the same since it redesigned in 2005. The Maximum Protection brief became cloth-like in the Spring of 2016 and the tapes were reduced from 6 to 4, though (due to consumer demand) in the Spring of 2017 Depend reverted to the original design. Both the refastenables and Maximum Protection briefs are designed for night-time use; another night-time brief, Night Defense, was introduced in 2016, initially for women who wet the bed, but later introducing the Men's version in 2019. The Men's and Women's underwear with exception of one of the lines of Men's and Women's Underwear are designed for daytime use.

For more than 20 years the principal spokesperson for the product was actress June Allyson, who was inspired to educate the public about incontinence because of her own mother's struggle with the problem. According to Kimberly-Clark, she "did more than any other public figure to encourage and persuade people with incontinence to lead fuller and more active lives."[6]

On March 30, 2009, Depend launched the largest integrated marketing campaign in brand history featuring TV, print, online, direct mail, in-store communication and public relations elements.[7] The TV campaign, created by ad agency JWT, was directed by 2004 Academy Award-winning director Errol Morris.[8]

The product was originally unisex in style; in March 2009, Depend introduced gender-specific adult underwear in the United States and Canada. Depend Underwear for Men and Depend Underwear for Women replaced the existing unisex adult underwear on store shelves nationwide.

In 2012 the company's advertising took a new approach. Previous ads had featured elderly actors with the implication that incontinence did not prevent them from carrying out active lives. The new approach used younger celebrities who were not incontinent but agreed to model the Depend brief-style products for charity.[1] Featured celebrities included actress Lisa Rinna,[9] football player Clay Matthews,[10] hockey player P. J. Stock, and figure skater Isabelle Brasseur.[11]

In 2014, fueled by data showing nearly half the adults who manage bladder leaks and incontinence are under age 50, Depend advertising embraced an active younger market with its "Drop Your Pants for Underawareness" free concert in New York City, headlined by alt/dance group Capital Cities, famous for the hit single "Safe and Sound." To the delight of the audience, fans wearing Depend products joined Capital Cities onstage and danced to the band's song, "Center Stage." A national television campaign also showcased younger adults in Depend briefs "dropping their pants" to promote Underwareness and increase awareness of incontinence and bladder leakage.

In 2016, Depend launch its "Reclaim What Matters" campaign for Depend FIT-FLEX Underwear, the slim profile adult underwear for men and women. The program goal is to inspire and empower people by giving them products that help them regain power over bladder leakage.

In the 1996 novel Infinite Jest by David Foster Wallace, each year has a corporate sponsor; most of the action takes place in year 8, the "Year of the Depend Adult Undergarment".[12]

In Lil Wayne's song "I'm Me" he raps "The only time I will depend is when I'm 70 years old"

In Blink 182's Cheshire Cat album, one of the songs is titled "Depends".

American comedian Joan Rivers saw Depend as good material for comedy, and would feign jealousy at June Allyson for being the star of Depend commercials, as in "Hi, I'm June Allyson and right now I'm taking a dump."

A Saturday Night Live parody paid homage to Depend in a commercial for a similar adult undergarment they called "Oops! I Crapped My Pants".[13]

In the Homestar Runner game Peasant's Quest, the character Rather Dashing will wish he had "Depeasant adult undergarments" when facing Trogdor the Burninator.

Lisa Rinna's success from the campaign is referenced multiple times on The Real Housewives of Beverly Hills, where Rinna is a cast member.

In 2009, during an NHL game between the Toronto Maple Leafs and Washington Capitals, a Capitals fan was dressed up as an astronaut. Commentator Pierre McGuire speculated that since he has difficulty going to the bathroom in the suit that he might be wearing Depend.[14]

While your loved one’s diaper appears to fit them, the amount of pee they produce may have grown following their age, and the diaper may not be able to absorb the extra urine. The more you know how a diaper works, the better you’ll understand how determining the front and back of the diaper is important.

Depends’ leakage causes

Changing Depend diapers may appear difficult at first. However, with a little experience, keeping your loved one clean and dry will become second nature. Check out the causes of Depends’ leakage and how to solve them here.

Put the diaper up to the abdominal button. Adjust the gathers around the leg area to fit around the crotch area properly. Ensure that the gathers are facing outwards. If the leakage persists after your loved one has been buckled up, try fastening the Depends diaper at a lower level, slightly slanted at an angle.

Causes:

1.) Around the thighs, there are gaps. (When your adult loved ones’ legs are spread out in a wheelchair or mobility scooters, a gap between their thighs and the diaper is likely to form.)

2.) Leg gathers are turned inside out.

Make sure you drag the diaper elevated enough beneath your loved one’s bottom to prevent leaks. Fasten a regular or medical tape diagonally downward after raising the back piece somewhat higher than the front portion.

Causes:

1.) Your loved one’s active leg motions cause the diaper to become out of alignment. (This is rather frequent among S-size users.)

2.) The front of the Depends diaper is taped more, providing less coverage for the back.

3.) The space between the Depends diaper and the loved one’s back.

Raise the front of the Depends diaper slightly higher than the rear and secure the tape slanting upward to conceal the belly button. Make sure the penis (for men) is pointing down.

Causes:

1.) The penis is pointing upwards (in the case of men.)

2.) The waistband of the diaper is far too loose.

3.) The pee tends to flow up towards the loved one’s abdomen while resting on their back.

Ensure the Depends’ diaper edges aren’t folded, and the tape is securely fastened. If the position where you secure the tape is outside of the designated area, it’s time to adjust the adult diaper size. Consider going up a size.

Causes:

1.) The tape has been fastened outside of the indicated region.

2.) Both sides of the tape are not uniformly affixed.

3.) It’s possible to fold the gathers around the legs inside.

Depends diapers with front and back indicator

For users and carers, it is best to know and determine where the front and back of the adult diaper are. Some diapers don’t have indicators, making them hard to wear, unlike these Depends products below that exceed our expectations and manage to have a front and back indicator for their users. See them below:

Depend Maximum Absorbency Underwear for Men is much like conventional cotton men’s briefs. If you desire a shade other than white, this men’s incontinence brief comes with a front-to-back indicator bar inside the waistband. For enhanced flair and discretion, the waistline mimics a traditional brief.

This protective underwear has a cottony outer material that glides with you for comfort and agility, and it won’t bind the chafe at the waist or pinch you around the elastic leg openings. If you suffer full bladder loss or light bowel incontinence, this product is a suitable choice. If you’re hesitant to join friends for a day of outdoor activities, this solution will protect you against leaks and stench.

The Depend Fit-Flex Maximum Absorbency Underwear protects heavy urine and light bowel incontinence for Women. When liquid is introduced onto the absorbent lining of the pad, the AbsorbLoc Core begins to transport it away from your skin. This women’s pull-on brief is perfect for when you have a lot of urine to eliminate, and the odor guard gives you the peace of mind you need to get through your day without worrying about undesired leaks or odor.

The back of this disposable brief is indicated by an indicator bar located on the inside of the waistband. This shielding pull-on is conceived to be worn like regular underwear and keeps you cool and comfortable. The gorgeous peach color adds a pop of color to your outfit, while the quiet cotton outer fabric keeps you cool and comfortable.

The Depend Protection Brief with Tabs is an excellent choice for men and women with moderate urine and fecal incontinence. This tabbed-style brief features refastenable tabs for a personalized fit. The tabs also simplify users or caretakers putting on and taking off the diaper. This adult diaper with tabs is odor resistant and includes an indicator at the back of the diaper and soft side barriers to prevent embarrassing leaks.

The elastic leg holes are quite comfortable and help prevent odor and leaks. This brief with tabs is also latex-free, ensuring that your skin remains healthy over time. The Depend Protection Brief with Tabs for men and women with fecal or urinary incontinence lost three full bladders.

Final Thoughts

If you have any questions or need some help, please don't hesitate to reach out to our Healthwick customer care team.

To begin, fold you adult diaper length-ways so that the back sheet is facing outwards. Don't create a hard crease, the adult diaper only needs to be folded softly. Refrain from touching the inside of the adult diaper, this will help avoid any contamination. Folding the diaper also helps to avoid any possible contamination while you're putting on the product.

Place the adult diaper between your legs, front to back. The narrow portion of the adult diaper should be between your legs. Hold the diaper carefully and avoid touching the inside with your hands to prevent contamination.

Now you're ready to adjust the adult diaper. Make any necessary adjustments so that the diaper is comfortable on your body and well-fitting. You can start with either the top or bottom edges of the adult diaper, this is often determined by personal preference and how you want the product to fit.

Once your adult diaper is where you want it and fits correctly, you can secure the tapes. Use the fasteners to ensure that the adult diaper is snug fitting with your body, but not too tight or uncomfortable. You can also try angling the lower tapes slightly upward for a better fit around your legs and bottom. Angling the upper tapes slightly downward will help to better secure your waist.

The final step is to adjust the edges of the adult diaper for maximum comfort and to avoid leaks. You'll often know what adjustments and changes you need to make based on how the brief feels on your body. Make sure that the edges around your legs are not going to chafe or cause skin irritation. You can also fold over any edges that seem a little sharp or you think will cause discomfort while you're wearing the adult diaper.

Be sure to start by thoroughly washing your hands or applying gloves. Softly fold the adult diaper length-ways and avoid any hard creases. Folding the diaper before putting it on helps to avoid any contamination.

Move the individual so they are laying on their side. Place the adult diaper between their legs ensuring that the front and back portions of the adult diaper are where they should be. Avoid touching the inside of the diaper. Spread out the back end so that the person's bottom is fully covered.

Once the individual is laying on their back, spread the front of the adult diaper out so it fully covers the person. Make sure that the adult diaper is no folded or crunched up between the legs.

The front of the Depends diaper is taped more, providing less coverage for the back. 3.) The space between the Depends diaper and the loved one's back. Raise the front of the Depends diaper slightly higher than the rear and secure the tape slanting upward to conceal the belly button.