Adult diaper basics / USE & CHANGING
Learn pad use and diaper changing, step by step.
Start with the types of incontinence insert pads and how to use 2-fold pads, then review fitting to help prevent leaks. Watch the videos in Chapter 3, continue through cleansing care and disposal after changing, and finish with sliding sheets.
Start with incontinence insert pads:
learn how to use them
Review the types of incontinence insert pads, then learn how to position 2-fold pads.
Start with the types of padsPad types and selectionTypes and selection of incontinence insert pads: absorbency, combinations with adult diapers, and precautions when layering pads [2026]Review incontinence insert pad types, absorbency and combinations with adult diapers.Read the article 
How to use 2-fold insert pads2-fold insert padsFeatures and positioning of incontinence insert pads for pull-on adult diapersReview the features and positioning of incontinence insert pads for pull-on adult diapers.Read the article After reviewing pad combinations, check fitting to help prevent leaks.
Check fitting to help prevent leaks
Review the role of standing leak guards and how to fasten tape-fastened adult diapers.
It is important to shape the product and check the position of the standing leak guards and fastening tapes.
Learn about standing leak guardsThe role of standing leak guardsStanding leak guards in adult diapers and incontinence insert pads: function, fitting and precautions [2026]Review how standing leak guards help prevent leaks and the precautions for using them.Read the article 
Learn how to fasten the tapesFastening the tapesFastening tape-fastened adult diapers: practical adjustments, cross-fastening steps and precautions [2026]Review tape fastening, cross-fastening steps and precautions for use.Read the article After reviewing fitting, watch the changing procedures for pull-on adult diapers and tape-fastened adult diapers.
Watch changing videos
Review changing procedures for pull-on adult diapers and tape-fastened adult diapers in articles introducing manufacturers’ official videos.
Choose the type of adult diaper you use, then open the article introducing the videos.
Videos: changing pull-on adult diapersChanging pull-on adult diapersUsing and changing pull-on adult diapers: official videos from manufacturers [2026]Learn how to put on and change the products through manufacturers’ official videos.Read the video guide 
Videos: changing tape-fastened adult diapersChanging tape-fastened adult diapersBasic procedures for changing tape-fastened adult diapers: videos from manufacturers [2026]Review positioning and tape fastening through manufacturers’ official videos.Read the video guide After watching the procedures, explore supplies used for wiping and cleansing.
Explore cleansing supplies
Explore wipes, cleansing liquids, bottles and absorbent sheets by purpose.
Review supplies for wiping and for cleansing separately.
Cleansing wipes: types and wipingCleansing wipes and wipingAdult cleansing wipes: types and wiping, flushable and non-flushable products from 7 manufacturers [2026]Review flushable and non-flushable types, wiping and product examples.Read the article 
How to use perineal cleansing liquidsHow to use perineal cleansing liquidsPerineal cleansing liquids: types, use and precautions, cleansing steps, no-rinse products and foam types [2026]Review cleansing liquid types and use, perineal cleansing steps and precautions.Read the article 
Choose a perineal cleansing bottlePerineal cleansing bottlesPerineal cleansing bottles: types and selection [2026]Review the types of bottles used for perineal cleansing and how to choose one.Read the article 
Absorbent sheets for cleansingAbsorbent sheets for cleansingDisposable absorbent sheets for perineal cleansingExplore disposable absorbent sheets used during perineal cleansing.Read the article After cleansing care, review disposal after changing and washing clothing.
Review disposal after changing
Review odor control for used adult diapers and how to address urine odors in clothing.
Review diaper disposal and washing clothing in separate articles.
Odor control for used adult diapersAdult diaper odor controlAdult diaper odor control: deodorizing features and disposal of used diapers [2026]Review adult diaper deodorizing features and disposal of used products.Read the article 
Washing urine odors out of clothingUrine odors in clothing and washingWashing clothing with urine odors and comparing laundry detergents from 3 manufacturers [2026]Review how to wash clothing with urine odors and compare laundry detergents.Read the article Finally, review sliding sheets used for moving and repositioning a person in bed.
Learn about sliding sheets
Finish by reviewing equipment used for moving and repositioning a person in bed.
Review the features of sliding sheets and precautions in the original article.
Open the published original article for any topic that interests you.
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