Incontinence isn’t a topic we cover every day, but it’s a common facet of both aging and caregiving. It’s also nothing to feel embarrassment or shame about.
As Shakespeare pointed out with Jacques’s “seven ages of man” speech from As You Like It:
The sixth age shifts
Into the lean and slipper’d pantaloon,
With spectacles on nose and pouch on side;
His youthful hose, well sav’d, a world too wide
For his shrunk shank; and his big manly voice,
Turning again toward childish treble, pipes
And whistles in his sound.
With this is mind, we’re happy to announce a new care partnership with Dependable Daughter, a company that helps you navigate the wide sea of incontinence products. Here’s their explanation of what they do, as written by Angel Westerman.
Is there really a difference in adult protective underwear?
Many people have asked me the same question… “Are your products really better than what I buy at the store?” The answer is YES! There is a big difference especially for those with heavier incontinence issues. The key factors to look at are ABSORBENCY, DRYNESS, and DIGNITY
ABSORBENCY is the most obvious factor to consider. Most products you find the stores absorb well for those with those light to moderate incontinence, but find leaks occur with heavier incontinence, especially overnight. We offer higher quality products that can handle light, moderate, and even the heaviest levels of incontinence. We help older adults and their caretakers find products that work for every level of incontinence, even. overnight protection
DRYNESS is not the same as absorbency, and even more important. Just because a product says it has heavy absorbency does not mean it keeps your skin dry. A great product will be able to absorb and lock in the moisture. to keep the skin dry. Most products found in stores don’t lock in wetness very well, leaving the skin moist or wet. Moisture causes the skin to be more permeable allowing bacteria to enter into the skin and cause rashes, infections, and sores. When urine remains near the urethra it increases the chance of developing a urinary tract infection (UTI). The products we recommend are designed with materials that are gentle on the skin, that absorb quickly, and lock in moisture. This is going to help reduce the chance of embarrassing leaks and keep the skin dry and healthy.
DIGNITY is just as important. Our goal to eliminate embarrassing leaks, reduce odors and painful skin issues, and regain confidence allowing our clients to retain their dignity.
DEPENDABLE DAUGHTER is your incontinence concierge, helping make sure you find the best incontinence products today and continuing to support you throughout this journey.
Reach us at 619.697.3530 or [email protected]
Website: https://dependabledaughter.com/
Last scene of all,
That ends this strange eventful history,
Is second childishness and mere oblivion;
Sans teeth, sans eyes, sans taste, sans everything.