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  1. Allen Says:

    Hello,
    I have read this column with interest, and this post touches on something I've wondered for a while now:

    In my experience, a widely-available fitted diaper such as store-brand, or depends tend to leak after as little as one wetting unless supplemented.

    I have not tried pull-up types simply because I cannot imagine how they could fit snugly enough to prevent leaks, compared to a taped diaper where I can absolutely fit them to my exact dimensions, unless you bought them a size too small or supplemented them with plastic pants or something.

    Do people really find that pull-up, elastic diapers/briefs/whatever really work better for "mobility" situations than taped/fitted variety without leaking any more?

    Or, is the increase in clothlike and pullup style pants a marketable way to move away from the perception that "it's still a diaper"?

    Personally, I have not had any problems with "mobility" or "activity" in even my overnight diapers. But that may simply be my frame. Sure, I might have a little more waddle, but it doesn't stop me from hanging wallpaper or running cables in my house, for example.

    I don't mean to start some flame war or anything. I am genuinely curious about people's real experiences with the pull-ups versus taped/fitted, without having to break down and buy-and-try myself.

    P.S. Mr. Hirsch, thanks very much for these posts, and for your work on the Secure X-plus. They are a great product and well worth the price. I hope they are selling well for you and will be available for many years to come. I really don't like wearing anything else, now.

  2. Gary Hirsch Says:

    Hello Allen,

    Thank you very much for your insightful comment and questions - I appreciate them!

    Let me respond to your great questions with this answer: each person's experience in adult diapers - whether clothlike and elastic in construction or tape-on and plastic-backed - is completely different for each individual. That "standard" response being said, many people tend to wear elastic, form-fitting Protective Underwear for "mobility" reasons based on the fact that they are often more concealable underneath clothing. Some, like yourself, have no problem with mobility issues with the tape-on style (and sometimes bulkier) versions of these adult diapers, and so they choose to wear them for their often-better absorbency.

    I am not quite sure if I would go so far as to say that the prevalence of Protective Underwear on the market is merely a way to disguise the product as "not a diaper." Rather, I would say that these products are great for mobile persons who need moderate-to-heavy protection (4-6 hours at a time) and who want something snug and secure. They are, after all, excellent adult diapers whether they're labeled "Protective Underwear," "pull-on adult diapers" or otherwise.

    I hope this answers your excellent questions, and I again thank you for your insightful commentary!

    Your Partner in Comfort,
    Gary

  3. Bob Says:

    Hi, I had a quick question and would very much appreciate an answer to it (from anyone):

    Is there a pull up brief/diaper/ that uses plastic backing like the tape on diapers? I can't seem to find any anywhere. If you know of a brand, I'd be most obliged. Thanks.

  4. Gary Hirsch Says:

    Hi Bob,
    Thanks for your comment.
    I've looked around the diaper industry and I have not found a product that uses similar plastic backing to the plastic tapes. Frankly, plastic doesn't stretch very well, and that's why most pull-on style undergarments (i.e. Protective Underwear) are made with stretchy cloth-like non-woven.
    I hope this comment helps!
    Your Partner in Comfort,
    Gary

  5. grzz Says:

    First time reader. My interest is in minimizing the use of disposables (preferable to zero). The need in our case is for day-time incontinence (leaking) protection for an adult male. Are there products that are washable / reusable ?

    Thanks ....

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