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Adult Briefs with a Better Fit

Posted by Jeanne Lowry on October 29, 2015 under BladderMatters | Be the First to Comment

One of the reasons that adult briefs leak is that they don’t fit well. But what can a person do if they’re between sizes, or if they’re just more active than their brief will allow?

We recommend trying Prevail’s Stretch Fit. The main difference in these briefs from others in the Prevail product line are the tabs. The tabs stretch, creating the perfect brief for individuals who find themselves between sizes. Stretchy side panels are easy to grab, pull and attach for an adjustable fit that is secure and comfortable. Additionally, these tabs are the Easy-Lock Fastener^® (ELF^®) type – they grip and hold without being sticky. The entire outer cover is a refasten zone, allowing for multiple tab refastening for improved fit, accurate sizing and cost savings through reduced waste.

These briefs also have many of the features that make Prevail briefs both convenient to use and trustworthy. They have a simple design on the front of the brief that discreetly lets the user or the caregiver know what size is of the brief. The Skin Smart^® Fabric on the inside of the brief is hypoallergenic and contains aloe, chamomile and vitamin E for skin wellness. Lastly, the cloth-like outer fabric on the outside of the brief means better air flow for the wearer, and makes the brief less likely to rustle when the wearer is moving.

Please keep in mind that Prevail is in the middle of a packaging change, and so your briefs may or may not arrive looking just like the package shown here. But please be assured that the product on the inside is the same quality as always!

Incontinence Products vs. Feminine Products

Posted by Jeanne Lowry on July 28, 2015 under BladderMatters | Read the First Comment

Original post written for LiveConfidently.com

For women, bladder control issues can occur at various stages of life. Light bladder leakage is most commonly experienced during pregnancy, after childbirth, and throughout menopause. When these symptoms of incontinence arise, many women use feminine hygiene products for protection due to convenience or their level of comfort selecting and purchasing these products in the store. However, not all absorbent products are equal, and using feminine hygiene products for incontinence needs can lead to issues with odor and leakage.

Consider this example. While pantiliners for feminine hygiene and incontinence needs appear similar at a glance, there are important product differences. Pantiliners for feminine hygiene are designed to absorb small amounts of occasional discharge, while pantiliners for incontinence protection are designed to rapidly absorb and lock away urine flow. Incontinence protection products for women are also available for a multitude of absorbency needs, ranging from very light liners to more absorbent pads. In general, these products are designed to lock fluid away so an active person doesn’t have to worry about leakage during normal daily activities.

Many modern incontinence protection products also include odor control systems that neutralize the creation of odors caused by urine. This means that the products actually prevent odors from forming instead of attempting to conceal odors by masking them with a fragrance. To find out which incontinence protection products are available for your needs, take a look at our incontinence product selector tool.

On occasion, women are embarrassed to purchase incontinence products and instead buy feminine hygiene products for their light bladder leakage needs. This occurs because feminine care products are considered a normal part of women’s protection needs, while incontinence may be viewed as a medical issue or problem. Increasingly, incontinence products are being designed to look and feel like feminine hygiene pads and pantiliners to reinforce a sense of normalcy when purchasing or using these products. In addition to retail store locations, products are available through online retailers for worry-free shipping and convenience. You may want to refer to our product retailer locator for a list of stores and websites that sell incontinence protection products.

What factors do you take into consideration when purchasing products for light bladder leakage? Let us know on our female incontinence forum!

You can find the original article here.

A Comprehensive Look at Prevail Products

Posted by Jeanne Lowry on November 12, 2014 under BladderMatters, Resources | Be the First to Comment

Prevail is a line of diaper and related products by First Quality. We here at TotalHomeCareSupplies.com are proud to offer a large amount of Prevail products. The variety of these products is impressive and includes adult briefs and diapers, bariatric products, youth briefs, baby diapers, protective underwear, adult pull-ups, underpads, liners, pads and wipes. Let’s take a look at some of the most popular and products that offer the best coverage and exclusive features.

Our most popular Prevail product is the Extra Adult Pull-Up. It is the perfect product for those that want the look and feel of underwear with great absorbency and protection. These pull-ups also feature Skin Smart™ Fabric, Odor Guard™ and a Stay-Dry strip. This product, and other Prevail items, can be ordered as a sample to find the perfect fit.

Another great and unique Prevail product are the Boxers for Men. These boxers are similar to regular pairs, but are absorbent and disposable. Perfect for those who miss the air-flow provided by boxers, these items feature a built-in pad designed for maximum absorbency.

Prevail’s Breezers are different because of their breathable, cloth-like outer fabric. More air-flow to the area is idea for keeping skin healthy and happy. And the Easy Lock Fastening Strips create a custom fit that conforms to your body.

One of the newer Prevail items are the Per-Fits for Men and Women. Each of these is specifically designed for each gender. The men’s have a printed waistband and male-specific dimensions that make for a more comfortable and discreet fit. The women’s has, of course, female-specific dimensions and a light lavender color.

Do you have a particular favorite Prevail product? Or is there a certain feature you’re looking for? Feel free to comment below.

How to Dispose of Incontinence Products

Posted by Jeanne Lowry on October 17, 2014 under BladderMatters | Be the First to Comment

Knowing how dispose of incontinence products is useful in your own home and when you’re out and about. Odor is a concern for both situations. And being discreet can be a thought when leaving the house for a few hours. So how can you solve these two issues and have good diaper etiquette?

Let’s start with inside the privacy of your own home. Many incontinence products, including those from Prevail, have odor control, but after a few days, the odor reducing components may start to break down. And taking out the trash everyday can be a pain. The best path is to get a diaper pail, like the ones made for children’s diapers, but larger. Having each incontinence product wrapped in its own plastic bubble helps immensely with odor. There are several companies that offer such products, including Akord.

On the go, it’s recommended that, along with extra incontinence items, you take a couple of disposable plastic bags. The type you receive your groceries in at the supermarket are not recommended. They can be easily ripped on the trip home from the store and even a small hole can release odor. Try the smallest garbage bags at the store and tie them shut with twisty-ties. These are often opaque and can be thrown away while out and about. Or if you’d rather not throw them in a foreign garbage can, you can always use regular plastic baggies that zip closed. These are generally see-through, but if you’re keeping your items in your purse, that won’t matter. If you’d prefer a scented bag, Heaven Scent makes perfumed bags specifically for incontinence product disposal.

With these tips, you should be able to eliminate odor issues and discreetly dispose of your diapers and pads. If you know of more tips to help solve these problems, please let us know in the comments!

The History of Adult Diapers

Posted by Jeanne Lowry on August 8, 2014 under BladderMatters | Be the First to Comment

The advances in adult incontinence products over just the past several years have come so far. There are now cloth-backed briefs that allow for air flow and leakage protection. There are underpads that can handle more liquid than imaginable. And there’s even gender-specific protective underwear that look more like regular underwear than ever. The improvements are convenient and there are always more on the way.

But how did we get here, to this place of convenience? Let’s take a look back.

Disposable diapers weren’t introduced until the 1940’s. Everything before that point was cloth. There’s not a lot of information about the prevalence of adult incontinence supplies during this time of change (so if you have any information, please be sure to comment below!). There is some anecdotal evidence about the US Army, Air Force and Marines using adult diapers during long-term or potentially chemically dangerous missions.

Kimberly Clark introduced their line of baby diapers in 1978, and in 1984 they created the Depend line, which began by manufacturing liners for adult incontinence. While Depend was one of the first to create specifically targeted adult incontinence products, many others quickly followed suit when they recognized the market need. First Quality, maker of Prevail, introduced their adult incontinence briefs in 1990.

Since then, with the baby boomers growing into a lively older age, the market need has grown even more, and innovation to keep people as comfortable and active as possible has grown as well.

Why Buy American

Posted by Jeanne Lowry on August 4, 2014 under BladderMatters | Be the First to Comment

When it comes to incontinence supplies, you need the most trustworthy product out there. That’s the number one priority. But what if there are other factors in purchasing these products that can make you feel good about helping out not only your country, but also the environment?

Enter Prevail, by First Quality. Not only are their products designed with comfort in mind, they’re designed with the country and the environment in mind. All their products are engineered and assembled in the US. Why is that so important? Because it means that by purchasing their products, you’re helping create and keep jobs here in the US. These are jobs that are safe and fair to the employees.

In addition, every time you buy a Prevail product instead of one that has to be shipped in from another country, you’re helping the environment. That item doesn’t need to be brought across an ocean, using up more oil than necessary. And not only that, Prevail themselves are committed to sustainability initiatives. During the process of manufacturing their products, only 1% becomes landfill waste.

And when you get your incontinence supplies shipped to you, you also save gas by not taking that extra trip to the drug store in the middle of the night. It’s convenient for you and better for the country. Many delivery services now use trucks that run on alternative-fuel, including those utilized by TotalHomeCareSuppplies.com. UPS just expanded its fleet of alternative fuel trucks, and last year, OnTrac was named one of SDCE 2013 Green Supply Chain Award Winners.

We are proud to be working with companies whose efforts are keeping both American jobs and the global environment in mind.

Prevail Per-Fit for Women and Men

Posted by Jeanne Lowry on July 24, 2014 under BladderMatters | Be the First to Comment

Prevail is announcing something new in the world of adult diapers. They know that those individuals who wear protective underwear would ideally wear something that’s as close to possible as a regular pair of underpants. That’s why they’re now offering their Per-Fit products, for women and men.

These underwear are gender specific – the women’s come in a lovely light lavender color, while the men’s come in white with classic grey lines on the band. And both are created from a cloth-like material, meaning they look and feel closer to regular underwear.

Other great features of these underpants include Odor Guard® protection, which means each style has targeted absorbency zones that will whisk moisture from the skin before locking it away and neutralizing any ammonia odor.

Customers will also find these adult pull-ups more breathable. Between the specifically ventilated and breathable waist area and the higher cut on the legs, air is more able to freely migrate on the wearer.

Both the protective underwear for the women and the men are available in medium, large and extra large. Each product page provides a sizing chart so our customers can make informed decisions on what will be the best fit for them.

For those experiencing LOBC (loss of bladder control), many may find that their unique shape is better served with a pair of Per-Fit protective underwear.

At TotalHomeCareSupplies.com, shipping is completely free on all orders over $40. Orders come packaged in discreet, unmarked boxes for customer security.

Prevail StretchFit Comfort Supreme Diapers

Posted by Brooke Phillips on April 18, 2013 under BladderMatters | Be the First to Comment

Prevail StretchFit Comfort Supreme Diaper Coming Soon to Total Home Care Supplies!

Total Home Care Supplies will soon be selling the new Prevail Stretchfit Comfort Supreme Diaper! The Stretchfit Comfort Supreme Diaper is an upgrade to the Prevail Stretchfit Brief. It comes with several new “Comfort Supreme” premium feature upgrades, including:

Hypoallergenic SkinSmart Fabric containing Aloe, Chamomile and Vitamin E for skin wellness.
Odor Guard Technology that helps prevent and lock away odors before they happen.
Easy Read Wetness Indicator with new, fast-acting technology that gives a clear indication when the brief is wet.
Premium Diamond Pattern to give the look and feel of true underwear.
Discreet Color/Sizing Coding indicates the size of the diaper by pattern color, for quick, easy identification.

In addition to these premium comfort upgrades, the StretchFit Comfort Supreme Diaper is made from a new, softer stretchy material that has greater stretch. This means that StretchFit Comfort Supreme Diaper Size B will now fit up to 70 inches around the waist.

Total Home Care Supplies will sell the new Stretchfit Comfort Supremes in the following sizes:

FQ SF-A SIZE A (fits a 32-54 inch waist) 96/CS $77.28
FQ SF-B SIZE B (fits a 49-68 inch waist) 96/CS $77.28

We offer reliable, fast, discreet shipping on all orders – and orders over $40 ship completely free, guaranteed! Never worry about running out of incontinence supplies again: sign up for EZ ship, and schedule easy, automatic deliveries of your preferred incontinence products. For more incontinence supplies, visit TotalHomeCareSupplies.com.

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First Quality Prevail Adult Briefs – Customer Favorite!

Posted by Brooke Phillips on March 28, 2013 under BladderMatters | Read the First Comment

First Quality Prevail Adult Briefs on sale at TotalHomeCareSupplies.com

A long-time customer favorite, First Quality Prevail IB Adult Briefs are designed for moderate to heavy incontinence protection. Designed to fit and feel more like typical underwear, Prevail IB Adult Diapers have extended fluff in both the front and back panels to create enhanced security and comfort for the wearer. These soft, full-mat briefs also feature an Advanced Zoning System to increase protection where you need it most, ensuring maximum leakage protection and promoting skin dryness.

Best-Selling Features:

Soft, full-fitting absorbent mat with complete coverage for confidence and security
Wetness indicators that change color when brief is wet
Multi-strand leg elastic ensures a snug, comfortable fit
Ultra-absorbent core for superior incontinence management and skin dryness
Bonded construction that resists tearing and clumping
100% Latex-free

First Quality Prevail Adult Diapers are offered in three sizes:

FQ IB012 Medium (32-44 inch waist) 96/CS $48.00
FQ IB013 Large (45-58 inch waist) 72/CS $45.00
FQ IB014 Extra-Large (59-64 inch waist) 64/CS $42.00

First Quality Prevail Adult Incontinence Washcloths

Posted by Brooke Phillips on March 18, 2013 under BladderMatters | Be the First to Comment

Made with super strong and super soft fabric, First Quality Prevail Adult Incontinence Washcloths are designed to improve the quality of life for those managing incontinence. The comfortably-sized washcloths measure 12inches by 8 inches, and each Prevail adult washcloth is enriched with Vitamin E and Aloe to moisturize sensitive skin and maintain skin health. Single Hand Dispensing^® ensures that a single unfolded wipe dispenses each and every time. This creates added convenience and less waste, especially for those with only one hand available.

Each pack comes with 48 adult washcloths, giving you 576 adult washcloths in a case. At $33.96 a case, that’s less than 6 cents per washcloth:

FQ WW710 12IN X 8IN 576/case $33.96

All orders come packaged in discreet, unmarked boxes for customer privacy. And shipping is completely free for all orders over $40, guaranteed! Read about our Fast, Free, Discreet shipping policy.

For more high-quality, low-cost incontinence supplies, visit TotalHomeCareSupplies.com.

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