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Tips For Caregivers Managing Incontinence

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If you are caring for a loved one suffering from incontinence, you should know how difficult it is. Incontinence product is quite unpredictable and that increases the caregiver's workload. It can be costly too. Many caregivers coping with this situation report feeling frustrated, angry, and lonely as they find it difficult to manage the situation on their own. Caring for someone suffering from incontinence is not easy but the situation becomes manageable if you have access to the right supplies and the support of a qualified health professional.



Caregivers can be young or old. Many of them may be providing unpaid care to a family member or friend suffering from a disability, disease, or another problem. Here are some tips to help you.

Tip #1: Exercise and emotional support

If your loved one has incontinence, encourage them to perform prescribed pelvic floor exercises like Kegels. Give emotional support to your dear one and make sure that they don't get overwhelmed with feelings of helplessness or embarrassment. 

Tip #2: Try various incontinence products on the market and find the best one for your loved one

When selecting Incontinence Pads, you need to consider the care receiver's level of mobility. If the person is mobile, they will prefer a pad or brief that permits movement.

Tip #3: Mask the odor

 Make sure your loved one avoids foods with strong scents as they produce smelly urine. Use products that control the odor. Also, make it a point to clean all clothing and bedding regularly.

Tip #4: Care and Hygiene: Must Haves Supplies

Here is a list of must have supplies for use at home and while traveling.

  • Extra towels.
  • Incontinence bed pads, panty liners, briefs, adult pull ups, and guards with built-in odor control properties.
  • Incontinence wipes.
  • Extra-large plastic bags with zip lock for keeping soiled pads or soiled clothing.
  • Gentle washes or cleansing lotions.


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